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The Best Shampoos for Adding Volume to Fine, Limp Hair
Do you have thin, straight, or lifeless hair? Do you feel that no matter how much you style it, it flattens within minutes? You are not alone. Lack of volume is one of the most common hair concerns, and often the solution starts with the first step of your routine: shampoo.
A well-chosen volumizing shampoo can make the difference between flat hair and a look full of body and freshness. Today we tell you why your hair may lack volume, what ingredients to look for in your shampoo… and we recommend our favorites available at Maquillalia!
There are several reasons why hair can appear weighed down or lack body, and many of them have nothing to do with the amount of hair, but with its texture and how we treat it. Here are some of the most common:
✅ Genetics: fine hair usually has less thickness per strand, making it difficult to stay upright or move.
✅ Excess of heavy products: very dense conditioners, oils, or poorly applied treatments can weigh it down.
✅ Oily roots or saturated scalp: if not cleaned properly, accumulated sebum removes volume from the root.
✅ Continuous use of heat tools without protectors: they damage the hair fiber and weaken the hair, making it more limp.
The good news is that all this can be solved with the right products and some tricks that we will tell you about below.
When it comes to gaining volume, the shampoo formula should be light yet effective. Here is a small guide on what you should look for on the label:
✅ Plant proteins (wheat, rice, soy): strengthen the hair fiber and add body.
✅ Biotin or caffeine: stimulate the scalp and promote a denser appearance.
✅ Botanical extracts and vitamins: such as ginseng, panthenol (provitamin B5), or aloe vera, which improve hair health without weighing it down.
✅ Formulas without heavy silicones: that do not leave residues that flatten the hair.
✅ Shampoos with a “detox” effect or gentle purifying: ideal if you have oily roots and normal or dry ends.
Here are our favorite shampoos for an extra boost of volume without sacrificing shine or hydration:
✨ Revox Purifying Step 4C Shampoo: This detox shampoo deeply cleanses without drying and is ideal as a first step for looser, more voluminous hair. Its formula helps to remove product residues that can weigh down the roots.
✨ Color Wow Xtra Large Volumizing Foam: Although not a shampoo per se, this light foam has become a favorite for its volume effect without stiffness. Perfect for applying after washing, it adds thickness without weighing down.
✨ Ziaja Pomegranate Moisturizing Shampoo WASH step: Light yet effective, this shampoo with pomegranate extract cleanses and hydrates without adding weight. Ideal for normal scalps looking to maintain natural volume.
✨ ghd Pick Me Up Volume Spray: A favorite for instant volume before drying. It lifts the roots, provides light hold, and leaves the hair loose and movable, perfect for voluminous hairstyles.
✨ COLAB Extreme Volume Dry Shampoo: Ideal for reviving volume between washes. This dry shampoo not only absorbs excess oil but also provides an immediate volume effect. Perfect for busy days!
✨ Red One Volume Powder Cloud: A very easy-to-use styling product: it adds volume in seconds by just applying a little powder to the roots. It textures, lightly sets, and leaves the hair with an airy effect.
✨ Olaplex Nº4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo: Not a traditional shampoo, but a wonder for refreshing hair and adding volume without white residue. Perfect if you use hair treatments and want to extend the effect without losing body.
✨ Organic Shop Fig & Rosehip Volumizing Shampoo: A natural, vegan shampoo with plenty of content! It cleans without weighing down and leaves hair shiny, loose, and feeling fresh. Ideal if you're looking for a family-friendly and economical format.
Having the right shampoo is not enough, you also need to make the most of it. Here are some steps to apply your volumizing shampoo like a pro and achieve a fuller, looser mane:
✅ Do a pre-wash if you have a lot of residue: if you use fixatives, dry shampoo, or oils, you can apply a bit of micellar water for hair or do a quick initial wash with warm water.
✅ Thoroughly massage the scalp: with the fingertips (never with nails!) to stimulate circulation and help lift the roots. You can also use a massager.
✅ Do a double wash if you have oily roots: the first removes fat and impurities; the second activates the shampoo's ingredients.
✅ Rinse with warm water and finish with cold water: this helps to close the hair cuticle and keep it lighter and shinier.
✅ Avoid conditioner at the roots: only apply it to the mid-lengths and ends, and preferably use a light texture.
Maquillalia Tip: you can apply a volumizing spray at the roots before drying to enhance the effect of the shampoo.
A good routine doesn't end in the shower. Here are some simple tricks to keep your volume from morning… until night!
✅ Dry upside down or with your head tilted: this technique naturally lifts the roots.
✅ Use a round brush when blow-drying: it shapes and adds volume to the hairstyle from the base.
✅ Apply volumizing powder at the roots if you notice your hair flattening throughout the day.
✅ Avoid constantly touching your hair: excessive handling transfers oils from your hands to your hair.
✅ Avoid heavy products: like oils or dense serums, which can weigh down your hairstyle.
✅ Alternate volumizing shampoos with deep cleaning ones to prevent residue build-up.
✅ Change your parting side: a very simple trick that provides immediate volume and breaks the routine of your hairstyle.
Volume is not just a matter of genetics, it's also a choice. A good volumizing shampoo can completely transform the look of your hair and become your new best ally. And at Maquillalia, we have options for all tastes, textures, and needs, always with fast shipping and many brands to discover.
Ready to give your hair the volume it deserves? Discover all our shampoos and hair treatments here.
