Volume products have come a long way. The best ones today don't just add temporary lift — they strengthen the hair shaft, protect against damage, and deliver lasting fullness. Here are the top picks for every step of your routine.
Before Blow Drying (Damp Hair)
Best Thickening Spray
The Kerotin Hair Thickening Spray with Keratin (3-pack, Made in USA) is a heat protectant, repair mist, and volume booster in one. It increases hair diameter, adds body and shine, and is natural and cruelty-free. Apply to damp hair at the roots before blow drying.
Best Texture Spray
The Boldify Hair Thickening Spray (8 oz) is stylist-recommended for a reason — it adds instant texture, grip, and volume that lasts all day. Works on all hair types, women and men.
During Blow Drying
Best Volumizing Shampoo System
Volume starts in the shower. The Philip Kingsley Brilliant Body & Volume Set includes a volumizing shampoo, conditioner, hair plumping cream, and deep conditioning mask — a complete system that builds volume from the first wash.
On Dry Hair (Finishing)
Best Keratin Thickening Spray
The Keranique Hair Thickening Spray (6.8 oz) delivers instant volume, texture, and lift for fine hair while protecting against heat damage with keratin. Spray on dry hair at the roots and tousle for immediate fullness.
Best for Thinning Hair
The Philip Kingsley Hair Thickening Collection — shampoo, conditioner, and scalp serum — is specifically designed for fine, fragile, and thinning hair. It volumizes and strengthens at every step of the routine.
Volume Product Guide by Hair Type
- Fine hair: Lightweight thickening spray + volumizing shampoo system
- Thin/thinning hair: Keratin thickening spray + scalp serum
- All hair types: Boldify texture spray for instant lift anytime
Volume Tips That Make Products Work Better
- Apply volumizing products at the roots, not the ends
- Blow dry upside down for maximum root lift
- Use a round brush to build volume section by section
- Finish with cool air to lock in the shape
Volume is a product + technique combination. Get both right and your hair will never fall flat again.
