Top 5 Haircuts and Styling Tips for Thinning Hair

“What haircut will make my hair look fuller?” That’s a question I hear almost weekly at Runway Blowout Lounge. As someone who’s been behind the chair for over 20 years, I can tell you—thinning hair isn’t the end of your style. It just means we get creative with shape, technique, and the right products. Let me walk you through five stylist-approved ways to make thin hair look thicker, healthier, and more confident.

1. Choose Volume-Friendly Haircuts

Heavy, blunt cuts can make fine hair fall flat. That’s why layered bobs and lobs are client favorites here in Ramsey. Soft layering gives movement while keeping weight balanced, so your hair doesn’t collapse at the roots. Nicole, our salon director, often recommends textured lobs for clients who want volume without sacrificing length.

2. Keep Your Length Working for You

When hair gets too long, it tends to look stringy. That’s why shoulder-length or just above is usually the sweet spot. It gives us room to create body without pulling the hair down. For clients who love longer styles, we add feathered layers inside to lighten things up while keeping the overall shape polished.

3. Use the Right Products (Light, Not Heavy)

One of the biggest mistakes we see? Using products that are too creamy or oily. They weigh hair down. For thinning strands, we lean into lightweight foams, root lifters, and thickening sprays. A favorite in our thinning hair treatments shop is a volumizing root spray that gives instant lift without residue. Think of it as scaffolding for your style—it holds everything up without being seen.

4. Master the Blow-Dry

You don’t need a complicated routine. Flip your head upside down when blow-drying, focus the airflow at your roots, and finish with a round brush for shape. The goal isn’t a “perfect” blowout—it’s controlled lift that lasts all day. Many of our clients book regular blowouts because they love how much fuller their hair looks after a professional round brush finish.

5. Care for Your Scalp

Healthy hair starts at the scalp. Massaging during shampoo, using gentle exfoliating scrubs, and adding a nourishing scalp serum can make a real difference over time. Brianna on our team often shares this tip: “Treat your scalp like skin care. If it’s happy, your hair will show it.” It’s also why we encourage regular trims—clean ends make the whole style look thicker and healthier.

Bonus: Ask Us About Hair Thinning Services

We know thinning hair can be frustrating, but you’re not alone. At Runway Blowout Lounge, we offer specialized treatments for thinning and hair loss. Paired with a haircut that flatters your texture, these treatments can help restore confidence in what you see in the mirror.

Ready to Feel Confident Again?

If your hair feels thinner than it used to, let us help. Stop by Runway Blowout Lounge at 70 E Main Street in Ramsey, right near Ramsey Square and the Farmers Market. Call us at (201) 962-3027 or book online here. We’ll sit down, talk through your goals, and create a haircut and styling plan designed just for you.