WHAT HAIRSPRAY SHOULD I USE ON THIN HAIR?

If your hair is naturally fine or thinning, your number one goal is likely to be adding long-lasting volume and body. The good news is that this is completely achievable by finding the best hairspray for fine hair and pairing it with the right styling routine.

Although it may seem counterintuitive to layer products onto fine hair, professional session stylists often rely on volumising sprays and lightweight hairsprays to create lift at the roots. When used correctly, hairspray can be just as effective as some of the best hair thickening sprays for thin hair.

If you’re eager to learn how to add volume to thin hair with minimal effort but maximum results, read on for our guide to the best volumising hair sprays and styling tips – with the help of TRESemmé’s professional-quality range.

What To Look For In A Volumising Spray

Hairspray is no longer just for fixing curls or taming frizz and flyaways. If you want to create lift and add body to fine hair, a well-chosen hairspray can help deliver texture and fullness without weighing strands down. It also works alongside other styling products for thin hair, helping your style last longer.

When buying a hairspray for thin hair, choose one that offers a fine, even mist and brushes out easily. Avoid sticky, heavy formulas that leave residue, as these can flatten hair and make it look greasy. Instead, look for a lightweight volumising hairspray that enhances natural movement while holding your look in place all day.

How To Add Volume To Thin Hair With Hairspray

Below we’ve compiled simple steps on how to use volumising sprays and styling products for fine hair. With the right techniques, achieving salon-worthy lift and texture at home is easy.

Step 1: Prep Hair With A Volumising Shampoo and Conditioner

Start with a strong foundation. Wash with a volumising shampoo and conditioner for fine hair to create lightweight fullness from the roots. Massage a generous amount of the TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Shampoo into wet hair, lather from roots to ends and rinse thoroughly. Follow with TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Conditioner, focusing on the mid-lengths and ends. Leave for 2–3 minutes before rinsing.

This duo is one of our best combinations because it’s formulated with a special volume control complex that helps prevent hair from falling flat.

Step 2: Blow Dry Hair Upwards

After gently towel-drying, smooth through a small amount of volumising blow-dry cream, such as TRESemmé Volumising Blow-dry Crème. This adds lift while protecting from heat damage.

Blow-dry using a round brush, lifting sections upwards while pointing the nozzle towards the roots. This technique gives hair extra height and bounce.

Step 3: Use Hairspray As A Hair Volume Spray

Once dry, lock in your style with a lightweight hairspray for fine hair. For flexible hold without stiffness, try the TRESemmé Firm Hold Hairspray. If you want longer-lasting lift, the TRESemme Extra Hold Hairspray offers stronger hold that resists flattening – yet still brushes out easily at the end of the day.

One common question is: how do you add volume to hair at the roots? The trick is simple. Flip your hair upside down and mist a root-lifting hairspray into the roots. Gently tease with your fingers for added texture. Flip back upright and finish with an all-over mist, holding the can 8–10 inches from your head.

Step 4: Top Up Your Volume With A Dry Shampoo

To refresh between washes, try the TRESemmé Day 2 Volumising Dry Shampoo For Fine & Wavy Hair. Formulated with natural starch cleansers, it absorbs excess oil that can weigh hair down, leaving it fresh and lifted without white residue.

Shake well, dispense into your palm, and massage into the roots while your head is upside down. Leave in (don’t brush out), then style as usual and finish with a light spray of hairspray to maintain volume.

Final Thoughts: The Best Way To Add Volume To Fine Hair

Now you know how to use volumising sprays and hairsprays for thin hair, you can style your locks with confidence. Whether you’re lifting your roots, boosting texture, or refreshing between washes, the right products make it easy to achieve a fuller look. With your new voluminous style, you’ll be ready to take on the day – no matter what comes your way.