They say "The higher the hair, the closer to God".

They say "The higher the hair, the closer to God". So what's a limp-haired girl to do? From topical products, to supplements, to prescription drugs, most remedies for fine or thinning hair promise visible results in weeks, and sometimes months. But what if you have a hot date tonight and you need results by 7:00 pm?

Here are 6 ways to add volume to your locks... instantly


6) Be a Tease:

Your mother did it, your grandmother did it, and her mother probably did it too. Back-combing - aka "teasing your hair", is a styling technique that has been carried on through the ages and doesn't seem to be going anywhere any time soon. Here's how to do it correctly without turning your strands into one giant dreadlock. Begin with one inch sections at the crown. Using a fine-toothed comb, Back-comb each section while maintaining a circular motion from the mid-shaft down to the scalp, and back up again until a firm nest is formed at the base. Brick-layer your sections as you move through the rest of the crown area and anywhere else volume is desired. Finish with a boar-bristle brush to sculpt and smooth down the surface of your hairstyle, be it soft, romantic waves, or a rocker-chic pompadour!

5) <--- That's the Magic Number:

If you're looking for fullness at the top of your head, nothing makes hair defy gravity like cutting off heavy, weighted ends. As a rule of thumb, remember that volume begins at five inches

. Hold up a strand of hair from the top of the crown wherever your shortest of layers begin. If it is five inches

or shorter, you have far greater chances of achieving height and volume in your hairstyle. Not ready to lose the length? Try shorter layers in long hair.

4) Fake it 'til you Make it:

Hair extensions are a beautiful thing. Often used for adding length, they can also be clipped-in or bonded to hair for added thickness. When choosing clip-ins, skip the synthetic types and go for 100% human hair. Keep in mind that hair is usually lighter in color at the ends than the hair closest to the scalp (especially true for highlighted blondes). This being the case, color-match to the ends of your layers for a seamless blend and have a colorist professionally darken the "roots". When it comes to any sort of semi-permanent hair extension service, always visit a reputable extension specialist.

3) Powder Power:

One of the latest innovations to hit salon shelves: Volume/Texture Powder. Hair powders do all the fabulous things that dry shampoos do but also add massive volume and matte texture! A sprinkle of this magic dust on the roots will deliver immediate results that last until your next shampoo.

2) Fringe Benefits:

A heavy, eye-length fringe creates the appearance of fullness in your hair. A heavier fringe creates a shorter part-line, and the shorter the part-line is, the thicker the hair will appear. A broad fringe that extends to the corners of your face will also camouflage a high forehead and/or deep recession points at the temples.

1) Lighten Up:

Your hair color, that is. Avoid dark base shades as they  create more contrast between the hair and scalp, making fine or thinning hair obvious. Instead, opt for a lighter base shade, and even highlights to break up the overall color. Visually speaking, darker shades recede, and lighter shades expand. Hair color with highs and lows will deliver an illusion of movement and body.


Wishing everyone fabulous hair days, all-day-every-day,

Emily Chen


Allora Salon and Spa

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