10 Beautiful Hairstyles Make Your Hair Look Thicker

Frustrated with your fine tresses? Don't worry! There are a number of hairstyles that will make your hair look thicker. We've rounded up the best hairstyles that will give the illusion of thickness. Take a peek at our favorite picks, below!

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#1. Choppy Pixie

We all love having long hair, after all it's one of our first obsessions as a child. We usually have fond memories of our mother brushing each strand neatly before bedtime and braiding the strands when we have to go out. Cutting your long locks short can feel like a bit of a betrayal but cutting into an edgy, choppy pixie cut is an amazing way to add some serious oomph to thin hair in terms of volume! Chunky layers work to add extra body into thin hair and rubbing some texture paste through the new do will give it a piecey look while making your locks look so thick they could be hiding another girl under there!

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#2. The Shag

The shag has become incredibly popular in recent years. It's not only trendy, but it also serves as a great way to add volume and body to your locks. All the intricate layers in this cut work together to make the hair appear fuller and thicker - which will give you the illusion that your hair is even more voluminous than it really is!

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#3. Angled Lob

Everyone loves a good lob, because everyone can pull off an angled cut. It doesn’t matter how long or short your hair is, you can still pull it off! And this style is great because you get more body and shape without having to go super short or as long as a traditional bob. Plus with all the volume, this haircut will give the illusion of thicker hair!

#4. Messy Topknot

Messy styles in general can make any hair look thicker, but the messy topknot is particularly awesome for giving your locks some much-needed volume no matter what length you have. This style is super easy to create on most heads of hair and only requires a comb or brush as a finishing touch. 

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#5. Pancake Braids

Most tight braids are restrictive, which make fine hair like yours look even thinner. Pancake braids can help create the illusion of more volume by gently pulling out strands of your hair and preparing them for the next stage of where you want to add twists individually to form a more voluminous looking braid.

#6. Fluffy Ponytail

When someone thinks about getting the most out of their fine hair, very often one of the first styles that come to mind is a ponytail because that’s definitely a viable option. When you’re creating this hairstyle, we recommend teasing your hair first before gathering it up into a ponytail. This way you can get the most volume and texture out of your hair and make sure it stays in this position for as long as possible. As an extra tip, if you want more hold then try using volumizing mousse or spray before pulling your locks into this updo style!

#7. Half-Up Half-Down

Any sort of half-up half-down hairstyle will give the impression of thicker hair. This can be accomplished by pulling your hair into a sleek ponytail, braid, or bun. The important thing to remember is that the front and back sections of the topknot should both have a very similar thickness.

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#8. Low Bun

While a sleek hairstyle may not be everyone’s cup of tea, it works especially well with buns. If you find that your bun is starting to feel flat and unnaturally smooth, try rolling your hair up at the nape of your neck to create a fuller look that’s flattering. By using texture spray and working in volume mousse around the base of your locks, this bun will be noticeably thicker.

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#9. Voluminous Curls

Curls are a great way to mimic thickness. But, you want to avoid letting them get too coiled because doing so would only make your hair look thinner than it actually is. To keep the curls looking full without creating an unnatural appearance, apply mousse.

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#10. Beach Waves

Finally, we have beach waves. When people see them, they know that the look comes with effort and style. If you want to give the impression that you pay attention to your appearance, then beach waves are the hairstyle for you!

Think of the way they brush their hair on the red carpet, that classic Hollywood look manufactured from using a curling iron or flatiron. The most beautiful of people are pictured at premieres and parties looking stunning at all times! And this is what you want for yourself too.