Care for fine hair properly for volume & protection

Care and styling for fine hair – with gentle organic shampoos, light conditioners, and volumizing finishers. For noticeably more body, elasticity, and shine – without silicones, sulfates, or heavy additives.

Fine hair has its advantages—for example, a smooth texture and natural shine thanks to the smooth surface. However, it can also present challenges: Hair tends to look flat at the roots and often lacks volume. Fine hair is also more fragile and more prone to breakage and split ends. The following tips will help you get the most out of fine hair, for more volume and a vibrant, healthy look.

Typical challenges with fine hair

• Hair breakage and split ends: Fine hair is especially sensitive when wet and breaks more easily than thick hair. Therefore, you should be extra careful when combing after washing.
• Lack of body and volume: Fine hair lies close to the scalp and quickly becomes stringy if you have an oily scalp. This makes it appear flat, weighed down, and limp, lacking natural bounce.

Fine Hair vs. Thin Hair – What’s the Difference?

• Fine hair: The diameter of a single strand of fine hair is only about 0.03–0.04 mm—about half the diameter of normal hair. Therefore, it feels thinner and is barely noticeable between the fingers.
• Thin hair: Hair density refers to the number of hairs on the head. Thin hair means there are fewer hairs on the scalp overall, which gives the hair less volume and density.

Whether hair is fine, thick, or normal is primarily determined by genetic factors. Hormonal changes, stress, and dietary factors can also cause hair to become thinner and finer.

The best hairstyles and haircuts for fine hair

• Short haircuts: Shorter cuts like pixie cuts, long bobs, or wavy bobs are ideal for creating more volume. Short to medium-length hair has enough bounce to visually lift the roots. As a rule of thumb: the shorter the hair, the fuller it appears. Slight layers can add extra body, but be careful not to cut too much to avoid further thinning the hair.
• Be careful with perms: Perms used to be a common recommendation to add volume to fine hair. However, experts now advise against them, as the chemical ingredients can often lead to hair breakage and split ends.

Care and styling tips for fine hair

Fine hair requires special care and balanced styling to maintain volume and avoid unnecessary weight:

• Scalp care for hair growth and strengthening
  Regular scalp massages promote blood circulation and help strengthen fine hair. Myrto's Organic Scalp Treatment H strengthens the hair roots with micronutrients such as millet seed extract, sandalwood, rosemary, and cedar oil. This combination of natural active ingredients stimulates hair growth, supports volume, and reduces breakage.
• Gentle organic shampoo without heavy additives
  Use a mild organic shampoo with plant-based surfactants that provide gentle cleansing and protect the hair structure. myrto's Ultra Mild Free Organic Shampoo is free of fragrances, sulfates, and alcohol. It retains moisture in your hair and prevents it from becoming dry or weighed down.
• Leave-in volume conditioner for fullness and elasticity
  Overuse of conditioner can weigh down fine hair. Once a week is enough to add moisture and elasticity. The myrto Volume Bio Conditioner thickens the hair shaft with wheat proteins and provides intensive moisture with olive squalane and aloe vera. This protects the hair from breakage and makes it more resilient. The conditioner should be worked sparingly into the lengths and ends to avoid weighing down the hair.
• Finisher gel for heat protection and styling
  Air-drying is optimal for fine hair, but if you blow-dry, use a heat-protecting product like myrto Volume Bio Finisher Gel . This gel not only protects against heat but also helps define waves and curls. A diffuser can add volume while blow-drying. Flat irons, on the other hand, are harsh on fine hair and should be avoided if possible.
• Hair wax against split ends and for tip care
  High-quality hair wax helps keep hair ends elastic and prevent split ends. Myrto's Organic Argan Hair Wax nourishes damaged ends and prevents existing split ends from splitting further.

Conclusion

Despite its challenges, fine hair can be beautifully cared for and styled if you pay attention to the right products and techniques. Choose gentle, volumizing care products, use styling products sparingly, and opt for the right haircuts for more body. This will not only make fine hair shiny, but also add bounce and volume.

❓ Frequently asked questions about fine hair