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Your hair says so much about you. It is as much, if not more important to your “look” than the clothes you wear. Hair plays a major role in how we look and how we feel. So what happens to those of us not blessed with thick flowing locks? Let’s not kid ourselves; thinning hair is hard to work with. It can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. But it doesn’t have to be. Below are some simple styling solutions to turn flat, thin hair into voluminous tresses.

So Fresh and So Clean

We’ve all heard the rumors that styling with heat products can damage your hair. But for women’s thinning hair it really can be a godsend. Start your hair care regime in the shower. Investing in a good volume boosting shampoo is key. Also, many people are drawn to volumizing conditioners, but 9 times out of 10 these products can actually weigh thin hair down. Instead, look for a conditioner that is light and heat responsive. This way, it’ll activate when you blow dry.

Heat It Up

The best strategy to add volume quickly is blow drying. Once you’re done with your shower, towel dry those tresses until they are just damp. Next, you’ll want to use a volumizing moose. Remember a little dab will do ya. Start at the root and work the moose down to the tips. It’s vital to use it sparingly; with thin hair it’s easy to overuse products which weigh your hair down.

Next, flip your hair upside down and blow dry, again working from the roots out to the tips.

Curly Sue

Curling your hair is an excellent way to create the illusion of volume. Curls by nature take flat hair and round it out, making your hair appear shorter. This is an excellent tactic to give the impression of fuller hair and always serves well for special occasions. Start with the same process described above but after applying your moose, you’ll need to use a heat protectant spray (nothing ruins a hot look like frizz…).

Curling irons work as a great tool to add curl to your ‘do. They come in a huge variety of styles, allowing you a lot of versatility to your look. Thicker curling irons work well with longer hair, but don’t give as dense a curl. Thinner irons are great for hair that is already short and make tight ringlets with ease. Start at the tip of the hair and roll to the root. Hold it for a good 10 seconds, adding a fine mist of hair spray will help the curl keep. Then release. In no time you’ll have a sassy, voluminous look that’ll give them something to talk about.

For a more permanent solution, you can try a perm, but use caution! Perms use chemicals which can further damage thin and fine hair. Do your research before pursuing this as an option.

What’s Up Short Stuff?

Hair styles come and go. Let’s face it, trends in hair evolve just as quickly as trends in fashion (and thank God for that, or we all may still be rocking mullets). But like the little black dress, the pumps, and the fitted jeans, some hair styles are timeless classics.

Short styles work for people with thin or fine hair. Which styles can vary drastically, depending on your face shape and hair color, but a good rule of them is to keep thin hair no longer than shoulder length.

With these styling solutions in your thinning hair care arsenal, your thin hair will be a thing of the past. Now your biggest problem is going to be which shoes match that top.

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WHETHER itâ??s curly or straight, full or thinning, a short hairstyle or a long, flowing mane, hair plays a major part in a manâ??s appearance. So understanding basic hair care and hairstyles is an important step in the grooming process. Luckily, good hair care comes down to four simple areas: washing, conditioning, styling and protecting. Follow these simple guidelines of menâ??s grooming and hair care and look forward to maintaining a stronger, healthier head of hair over time. Washing

Regularly wash hair with a shampoo that is gentle enough for everyday use. Look for shampoos like MenScience Daily Shampoo that contain ingredients such as Panthenol and Vitamin E to strengthen and condition hair follicles.

Donâ??t overwash hair. Washing more than once a day, even with a gentle cleanser, can often stress hair follicles, causing them to weaken and break. It can also provoke an oilier scalp as your skin tries to compensate for moisture being washed away.

If your hair is very fine, or thinning, you may want to shampoo every other day to prevent stressing hair. The key is to keep hair clean and free of buildup, without damaging it.

Make sure to firmly massage shampoo into the scalp. In addition to working grime free, this also stimulates blood circulation.

After washing, rinse all traces of shampoo away with clean, cool water. A buildup of shampoo can not only cause your scalp to itch, but can also dull hair and damage it. Conditioning

Although not for every type of hair, adding a conditioner to your hair regimen can help if your hair is very dry or brittle. Conditioning helps replenish lost moisture levels and makes hair more manageable.

However, most men should not need to condition hair if they treat it gently and use effective hair products.

Too much conditioning or not rinsing conditioner completely away can create buildup and oiliness. Styling

You might not think you need it, but regular haircuts remove dead ends and stimulate healthy hair growth. And although itâ??s different for every hairstyle, opt to see a barber or stylist at least once a month.

Use products appropriate for your type of hair: oily, dry, thick, thin, thinning or curly. Ask your barber or stylist for some recommendations based on your specific hair type.

If you suffer from oily hair, the best haircut for oily hair is one that keeps hair off the forehead and back. Oily hair follicles rubbing against skin can cause acne outbreaks and irritations. For a good acne prevention treatment, try MenScienceâ??s Acne Treatment System.

Change your hairstyle from time to time. What looked good on you a few years ago might not be making the cut these days. And something as simple as a different part or trim can give you a more youthful or polished appearance instantly.

Keep any hair tools (brushes, combs, etc.) clean and replace them from time to time. Did you know that the simple act of brushing hair from forward to back can redistribute oils of the scalp and cut down on oiliness and dryness at the same time?

Menâ??s hair styles constantly change, but for men with thinning hair or dealing with hair loss, a short hairstyle might be the best bet. If you wear your hair long, be sure to keep it well-trimmed and groomed. Even if youâ??re going for an â??unkemptâ? look, hair needs to be trimmed and styled on a regular basis to look good. Protecting

Protect your scalp and hair from harsh chemicals and drying agents by rinsing your hair with cool, clean water immediately after taking a dip in the pool or ocean. This will prevent follicles from becoming dehydrated and damaged.

The sun can damage hair, too! If your hair is already thinning, or youâ??ve opted to shave your head, itâ??s imperative that you apply an effective sunscreen to avoid sun damage. Choose one that is non-greasy and fast-absorbing with an SPF of 30 or higher (like MenScienceâ??s Ti02 Sunblock SPF 30).

Wear a hat whenever youâ??ll be in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. For more sun protection tips, see our Sun Care article at www.menscience.com.

Avoid products that contain alcohol, which can have a drying effect on scalp and follicles.