Thicker, shinier hair is in reach with these simple tips.

Stocksy / Design by Zackary Angeline

Heres the truth: you might’t change the size of your hair follicles.

If you were born with fine hair, its genetics, and no product will completely alter that.

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Stocksy / Design by Zackary Angeline

Address a Stress and/or Hormone Imbalance

Off-kilter hormones can affect the thickness of your hair.

The Ouai Thick and Full Hair Supplements include all of these strand-boosting ingredients for healthy hair growth.

Avoid Dryness by Reducing Heat Styling

Heat styling inevitably irritates dry and breakage-prone hair.

Chances are itll grow at a quicker rate (and will look far healthier).

Unfortunately for your locks, this messes with its thickness.

We love the Pura D’Or Hair Thinning Therapy Shampoo because it restores hair’s densityandadds a healthy sheen.

verify to use the bottoms-up method as well as tools that are gentle on your hair.

Be extra gentle on your endsthat’s where breakage comes from.

For the illusion of thickness, go for lightweight mousses that create lift at the root.

The ingredients indry shampooscan also add texture to fine hair.

Fill In Your Scalp to Mask Thinning

Too-tight ponytails?

Sparse hair and visible scalp at the hairline can make hair appear thinner than it really is.

For this issue, root cover-up products are incredibly effective.

It helps soothe the skin from irritation and protect it from UV radiation damage.

Give Yourself a Scalp Massage

Massages aren’t just for relaxation.

One of the easiest ways to get your massages is to use the help of an in-showerscalp brush.

You’ve likely seen them all over TikTok and Reels by now.

Wet your hair, apply shampoo, and use the brush to massage and deep clean your scalp.

This can lead to breakage, which in turn can leave you with thin, lifeless hair.

To combat this, use lukewarm water when you wash your hair instead.

And as a bonus, you’ll likely end up reducing frizz as well!

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