HOW TO ADD VOLUME TO MEN'S HAIR

July 24, 2023 by Jack

How to Add Volume to Men’s Hair

Whether you’re a man who’s starting to feel like your tresses are falling a bit flat, you were born with less than ample strands, or you’re simply looking for a new look, the right products and styling techniques can help you pump up the volume when the mood strikes you. Luckily, Jack Black has everything you need to put extra oomph into your ‘do. Of course, there are also a few things you should avoid, too. How do men keep their hair voluminous all day? Let’s get to it.

What is the Best Volumizer for Thin Hair?

Jack Black True Volume Hair Density Foam features a specially formulated combination of ingredients designed to strengthen hair and skin at the root, add volume, and make hair look and feel fuller. This easy-to-apply volumizing foam absorbs quickly without a crunchy residue, leaving hair feeling soft and flexible with a natural, healthy-looking shine.

Simply massage 1-2 pumps into clean, damp hair. Leave in and style as usual. It’s easy to use in combination with other hair products for men. Key ingredients include:

Procapil™: Designed to help strengthen skin and hair around the root.

Aloe: Calms, soothes, and softens the skin.

Olive Leaf Extract: Rich in antioxidants to help fight free radical damage to maintain healthier hair and scalp.

Peppermint: A naturally energizing aromatic known for its cooling effects on skin.

What is Hair Volume?

Why is my hair so flat on top as a male? Volume refers to a few different characteristics under the same umbrella.

The number of hairs (density) that cover your scalp.
The diameter of the strands.
How well your hairs are resistant to split ends and breakage.
Hair type — thick, curly hair naturally has more volume than stick-straight strands.

Common Challenges Faced By Men in Achieving Voluminous Hair

Thin, fine, flat hair is the most prominent hurdle men face when attempting to achieve volume. Other setbacks include using hair products that are too heavy, neglecting regular trims, not washing your hair frequently, and overlooking scalp health.

How to Add Volume to Hair Men

How can I add volume to my hair, you ask? Even if you’re not naturally rocking a generous mane, here are a few measures you can take to add height and thickness.

Wash and Condition Your Hair Regularly

To achieve more volume, you’ll likely need to use styling products. That said, you must wash your hair regularly — maybe even daily — to effectively remove buildup, residue, and excess oils weighing your hair down on day two and beyond. When it comes to conditioning, stick to the ends only.

Jack Black True Volume Thickening Shampoo (the #1 Men’s Hair Shampoo*) is a sulfate-free formula that removes oils, dirt, and product buildup, while helping hair look and feel thicker. A bodybuilding blend of botanicals and a proprietary thickening complex called Expansion Technology helps hair follicles look healthy and full. Follow it up with our Nourishing Hair and Scalp Conditioner (the #1 Men’s Conditioner*), a deeply moisturizing, rich treatment that leaves hair and scalp healthy and hydrated without weighing hair down. It’s also a best-seller!

*Source: Circana Group/U.S. Prestige Beauty Total Measured Market, Men’s Hair Product Dollar Sales, Annual 2022.

*Source: Circana Group/U.S. Prestige Beauty Total Measured Market, Men’s Hair Product DollarSales, Annual 2022.

Use Lightweight, Volumizing Styling Products

The last thing you want is to use a styling product that weighs the hair down, leaving it greasy or even hard and crispy, which zaps volume. Jack Black Body Building Hair Gel is a unique, alcohol-free gel that delivers flexible, natural-looking hold and control without the crunch, buildup, or flaking. Unlike other hair gels, this formula dries completely, leaving no sticky residue that weighs hair down. It’s fragrance-free and rinses clean.

Suppose your hair is already on the naturally voluminous side, but frizziness is more of a concern. In that case, our Sleek Finish Texture Cream provides long-lasting, flexible control and superior anti-frizz benefits. It gives hair a controlled, sleek finish without stiffness or greasiness. It’s ideal for dry-to-normal coarse, thick, or wavy hair and is excellent before or after blow-drying.

Apply Your Products Correctly

We understand you’re trying to achieve volume for men’s hair. However, overdoing the amount of product you’re using can backfire. Start with approximately a dime-sized amount of the formula of your choice and evenly distribute between three or four fingers on each hand before running them through your hair — top, front, back, and sides.

Avoid placing a lot of product on your roots, which can have an anti-volumizing effect. Repeat with more product if needed. Remember. You can always add but can’t remove it once it’s slathered throughout your strands.

Be Mindful of Scalp Health

Neglecting to exfoliate your scalp can lead to dead skin, dandruff, dirt, and oil buildup, all of which make it difficult to achieve volume — a healthy scalp leads to healthy tresses!

Jack Black just released an Exfoliating Scalp Scrub + Shampoo. This multitasking 2-in-1 scalp exfoliating shampoo removes excess oils and product buildup while gently scrubbing away dead skin cells and flakes for stronger-, healthier-looking hair. The formula is cleansing, non-drying, and gentle enough for daily use and helps soothe an itchy, dry, or oily scalp. Hair is left healthy-looking while imparting a natural shine and fullness.

Use a Blowdryer — Occasionally

You don’t want to overuse hot tools — especially if you already have dry, damaged strands — but sometimes, products, the right brush, and a blowdryer are needed to kick up the volume a notch. After applying products such as Jack Black Body Building Hair Gel or Sleek Finish Texture Cream, hold your dryer approximately an arm’s length away from your head as you run your fingers (or a boar bristle brush) through your hair in a lifting motion to create volume at the roots.

Change Your Hair Cut

If achieving more volume is your goal, work with your hair stylist or barber! Whether it’s adding more layers or letting your hair grow out, a pro will be able to walk you through the steps you need to create more volume while still looking clean-cut.

What is the Best Volumizer for Thin Hair?

Simply massage 1-2 pumps into clean, damp hair. Leave in and style as usual. It’s easy to use in combination with other hair products for men. Key ingredients include:

Procapil™: Designed to help strengthen skin and hair around the root.

Aloe: Calms, soothes, and softens the skin.

Olive Leaf Extract: Rich in antioxidants to help fight free radical damage to maintain healthier hair and scalp.

Peppermint: A naturally energizing aromatic known for its cooling effects on skin.

Nailing volume for men’s hair may take some practice, so don’t be afraid to experiment with products, techniques, and haircuts. Jack Black is here to help you achieve all your hair goals with all our hair products for men, including men’s hair volume products like our new Hair Density Foam.

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