Tips to increase the volume of your hair

Who doesn’t dream of lustrous, voluminous hair? Every woman does.

Every time we women notice an actress with well-styled hair on screen or in a magazine, our heart starts racing. Superior, wholesome and glamorous-looking hair is not an overnight miracle though. It is a work of consistent labour and love.

The good news is, it’s achievable. With a little TLC, you can give your hair the much-needed volume with these easy to follow tips.

Change you hair washing regime

If you desire bouncy hair, try interchanging your hair washing regime. Reverse the process, condition your hair first and then apply shampoo. You will not complain about your flat hair again.

Get a suitable haircut

Haircut changes a lot about a woman’s face and personality. Naturally, thin hair needs the right haircut otherwise, hair may end up looking even thinner. With the right technique and haircut, your hair can look bouncier. Do visit your salon to get some more professional advice on the type of haircut that would suit your face.

Nourish your scalp

Massaging your scalp and hair regularly with warm olive oil, castor oil, coconut oil or flower oil helps in boosting blood flow and circulation. Preferably leave the oil overnight for best results, your hair will oblige to you. Aloe-vera naturally extracted gelatin or gels serve as a healthy hair mask that facilitates in revitalising your hair volume.

Feed in nutrition

We are what we eat. Iron-rich foods like spinach, tofu, beans help in promoting healthy hair. Other essential nutrients can be provided by foods like amla, nuts, banana, avocado, soybean, eggs and seafood. A well-planned diet (rich in iron, zinc and vitamin B) will make a ton of a difference to the quality of your hair.

Pick the right products

If you visit a professional hair expert, he will advise you to invest in volumizing shampoos and conditioners if you have thin or fine hair. These shampoos will help in cleansing and detangling leaving your hair thicker than before. A dry shampoo is the ultimate shortcut in magnifying the density of your hair, and hardly time consuming.

Last minute selfie-ready look

Keeping the very same hairstyle every day can make your hair flat. Switch the parting for an instant lift. Backcombing techniques can also be applied for the last minute boost.

Bonus tips

- Avoid caffeine, alcohol and tobacco

- Cut down on using too many professional hair styling products and gadgets

- Cover your hair well when travelling or visiting polluted areas

- De-stress and exercise often

You’re now ready to aim and fire. Get set to say ‘hello’ to your new hair.