How I Add Volume to My Thinning Hair
Happy Tuesday ladies. I’ve written here about my thinning hair often. I wanted to share my fear and frustration so others would know they’re not alone. It’s hard to miss your hair coming out in handfuls and clogging your drains. Hair loss is a common challenge for women in menopause. If you’re new here, I shared my first experience with it here and then show how I apply Rogaine here. Several of you have asked how I style my hair to get the volume I do so today I’m showing you.
I’ve used Kevin Murphy products for years. They work brilliantly and give great results.
They source organic products and look for companies with harvest techniques that are ecologically sound. All their products are sulfate-free, paraben-free, and cruelty-free. Plus they smell amazing.
Welcome to my bathroom.
Here’s what I use in the video in the order I use them. Yes, it’s a lot of product but it works for me. Enough said.
- Body Builder Volumizing Mousse
- Anti Gravity Oil Free Volumizer
- Kevin Murphy Doo Over
- Kevin Murphy Session
Do you struggle with thinning hair?
Thanks for reading and have a great day!
Hi I have very fine straight hair as well, it is hard to find someone who know how to cut thus type of hair without it looking choppy. I have a scent allergy and gave a very hard time finding products that I can use in my hair to give me some bounce and hold. I’m looking for suggestions
I don’t know of ones without scent. Some are stronger than others. Perhaps try some organic brands to see if natural scents are better.
Have you ever purchased the products online and if so where? Thank you
I buy everything online, usually from Amazon.
When do you apply the Rogain? Thanks for the tips – they are great!
I apply it in the morning before I Style my hair and in the evening before bed.
I am definitely going to save this video… and maybe share it with my stylist too. I have very similar hair, cut in a similar style. I’ve always wondered how you get the lift you do. Can I ask if you color your hair? I love the ash tones. Sometimes when I have my hair colored, the tones are warmer… not a good look with my cool skin tones. Reading the other comments, it seems that you have provided many of us some great tips!
I stopped adding high and low lights several months ago because they always turned warm which I didn’t like against my cool complexion. I’m not sure how I like what’s growing in but I prefer it to warm tones. I’m so glad it was helpful.
Jennifer, loved the video on blow drying your hair, found it very helpful. Unfortunately we don’t have those products in Canada but, I make out quite well with what I use. Also I would like to comment on your voice, it is not harsh I find it very soothing and easy to listen to. Love the blog.
Thanks Jennifer for this video! I had to watch over several times as it went a bit too fast. What size is your brush? Looks to be 3 inches? Can’t seem to find the mixed bristles on Amazon.
Great video, Jennifer. I’ve got baby fine, stick straight hair like Susan above, and I am terrible wielding a blow dryer and round brush. Last year I purchased a Conair Infinity Pro rotating hot air brush. (Infiniti Pro by Conair Spin Air Rotating Styler / Hot Air Brush; 2-inch; Black, about $32 ). It has been a game changer for me! Now I use my blow dryer and fingers to get the roots dry and the rest of my hair almost dry. Then I use the hot air brush to style my hair…I can lift it, smooth the ends, and get great volume and shine. When I broke my wrist and leg in August, I was actually able to do my hair one handed. I use Redken Guts 10 volumizing mousse. For color fade, my hairdresser recommended shampooing with TRESSA Water Colors shampoo once a week. (Pick the appropriate shade for your hair color, got mine from Amazon). I also use a clarifying shampoo once or twice a month to remove product buildup. That really gives me volume!
When it comes to volume, I love what Dolly Parton said…the higher the hair, the closer to God!!
Totally enjoyed your video and the applause at the end was the perfect touch! As another one with fine, straight hair, I’m thinking of trying the products you use, though I’ve been pretty happy with the Aquage line that I found at ULTA. I like to switch around from time to time and think my hair does too. 🙂 One question… do the Kevin Murphy products have a lingering scent?
I don’t notice a linger scent but my daughter thought I was wearing perfume one day when I wasn’t so they must linger a bit.
Lovely voice. I enjoyed hearing you.
Terrific video! I can use all the help I can get on on my fine, straight hair. I’ll check out the products you mentioned. Thanks!
Fine straight hair is tough to work with. I know! Good luck.
Ditto to Janet. Will try the products.