We’ve talked a lot about thinning hair.  We have discussed solutions for thinning hair primarily.  However, finding a long term solution for the problem requires that one be ready to deal with the problem.  Sometimes it can be a process for that to occur.  So, in the meantime, we will discuss some things you can do in the interim, until you are ready mentally and emotionally for a long term solution.

Here are some things you may want to do:

Try coloring your hair.  Just because you are experiencing hair loss does not mean that the hair you have is not healthy overall.  Therefore, you may benefit from some permanent or semi-permanent color to give body and volume to your hair.   If your hair loss is due to medications, unfortunately they can weaken the hair.  In this case you would want to use semi-permanent color.  It does not contain ammonia or peroxide.  It will not damage the hair but will give it body and volume.

Use volumizing products.  Try to avoid volume-building products that contain paraffin, which is beeswax.  This is not good for the hair as it builds up and can make fragile hair break.

The volumizing products sold in professional salons will help.  They won’t weigh the hair down, and they won’t damage it.  If you choose to use mousse, it should be applied at the root area for support.  Then, begin blow-drying the root area, applying tension with a brush to build volume.  Use a light finishing spray for holding.

Shampoo and condition your hair when dirty.  To best protect the hair, shampoo only when the hair is dirty.  Because fine hair gets dirty faster, people with fine-textured hair need to shampoo more frequently–even though fine hair breaks more easily.

Find a style that suits fine hair.  Blow dryers should not be a problem, even if dealing with fine hair.  However, be very careful about putting high heat directly onto hair.  Refrain from using flat irons and curling irons because they can break and further damage the hair.

Get a perm.  Perms can help give volume to fine-textured hair.  However, the hair should be healthy and not dry and brittle.  A gentle body wave would be the best because tighter waves can damage the hair.  Bear in mind, chemicals in perms can be harsh so this solution should only be used as a last resort for fine haired people.   It’s best to have a professional stylist give you a perm to assure that the hair is not further damaged.

These again, are some temporary solutions to try if you are self-consious about your thinning hair problem.  When you are ready for permanent change, contact your professional salon dealing with thinning hair solutions, they would be happy to help you.