Wondering what the best haircuts for thin hair are? You’re not alone. Whether due to hormonal changes, medical conditions, lifestyle, or aging, hair thinning can affect anyone.
However, there is good news. Thin hair is something you can easily conceal with a good haircut and some clever styling tricks. These staple styles suit all hair types—from curly and coily to poker straight.
Should thin hair be layered?
When it comes to picking layers or a blunt cut for thin hair, there are two schools of thought. “Excessive layering can take the volume out of the hair, making it look quite flat and lifeless,” says hairstylist George Northwood. “My advice is to keep thinner hair all one length. A short, shoulder-length bob or any kind of blunt style can create a thicker, fuller appearance.”
In fact, regular micro trims to maintain your blunt cut can make a world of difference. “Simply taking the most minute ends off your hair every six weeks can help the hair look much thicker and healthier.”
If you prefer the layered look, however, some styles can work. It’s all about the type of layering. Hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons recommends soft layers. “Soft, long layers can preserve most of your locks’ thickness, while still allowing for volume and shaping around the face.” Shaping includes those shorter, face-framing strands of hair that help to create the illusion of thicker, denser hair.
Zoe Irwin, creative director at John Frieda Salons, suggests adding what she calls seamless layers. This is when you very finely cut the top section so that it’s “super blended, just at the very tip and creates a soft layer that can be easily lifted, styled, and blow-dried.”
She also recommends a side-sweeping fringe as opposed to a straight one. “Fringes that are side-sweeping work well as they make hair appear thicker and create a better fringe, whereas straight fringes don’t work as they tend to get oily over the course of the day and separate more.”
“The goal is volume and flow, not choppiness,” adds Elliot Bute, stylist at Hershesons Fitzrovia, “Soft, blended layers add movement without exposing sparse ends—for ultra fine textures, you can even create invisible layers, which are hidden within the haircut to create lift and body while keeping the edge of the hair full.”
Does thin hair look better short or long?
As a general rule, anything past the shoulders can make thin hair look thinner, which is why most experts would recommend shoulder-length and shorter. “Shoulder-length styles, such as my signature FLOB (Flat Iron Wave Bob), are great for finer hair types, as they give nice texture and body to the hair,” says Northwood.
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