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Some of the downsides of a fine hair type is the flatness and lack of volume that can leave your locks looking limp and some hairstyles, such as an updo, without the wow factor. These hair problems can be solved, however, with the right haircut and some simple hair tips.

Haircut Suggestions:

Graduated Haircuts 

A graduated haircut where the hair is cut progressively shorter towards the back of the head is great for adding movement and volume to fine hair types and will work well on straight or curly hair elasticities.

This full-bodied look is especially good for fine hair that needs more fullness and volume. The back section has been graduated to create shape and to contour the head, while the side sections have been given angled layers and a wispy texture.

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Layered Haircuts 

Layered haircuts add body to fine hair and can add shape and style if your hair length is long, or versatility if your haircut is a short crop.

Textured ends and layers make a big impact on this divine medium straight hairstyle. The back has been jagged cut at the nape and then blended up to the funky layers through the crown. These layers create lift and body for the hair and the layering is also carried through the sides to create shape around the face.

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Fine Hair Tips:

• A short or medium hair length is ideal for fine hair types as any hair length longer than the shoulders can make the hair look quite thin.
• Layers work really well in fine hair and over all layers will boost fullness to your locks.
• Bangs can help to strengthen the look of your hair, especially around the sides of your face. For ideas about bangs, see our hairstyles article, Hair Ideas: Bangs Hairstyles and their Benefits.
• If you’ve always wanted to try shorter hair then give it a go. The shorter your hair, the more volume it’ll look like it has, which is a big boost for fine hair.
• Blunt cut hairstyles will instantly thicken fine hair.
• Velcro rollers are a great hair shaping tool for fine hair as they don't need to be clipped into place and are less likely to cause damage to thin, fragile locks.
• A diagonal hair part that starts on one side of the forehead and moves diagonally towards the center of the head will make fine hair look even on both sides of the part and create a thicker look than a traditional straight side part.

We hope these haircut suggestions and hair tips help you to make the most of your fine hair. If you have any of your own fine hair tips then be sure to share them by leaving a comment below.

There are lots of ways to give your hair a makeover. Big hairdo changes like a new hair color or a shorter hair length will create an instant new look with lots of impact, or styling your hair into a half up, half down updo or a braided hairstyle will give you an entirely new look without having to alter your hair in anyway.

But if you’re looking for more than just a new hairstyle or something less drastic than a hair cut or hair color that changes your hair completely then bangs might be the answer.

If you don't know much about bangs then our hairstyle article, Hair Ideas: Bangs Hairstyles and their Benefits, is a good place to start. For those who do know about bangs but just aren't sure if they are for them then take a look at these two hairstyles from Carrie Underwood.

For both of these hairstyles, all Carrie has done is added loose waves to her long blonde locks - and while both hairdos look great - there’s no denying that the hairstyle that also features bangs has that extra oomph.

This is because the bangs have not only added a new feel to Carrie’s classic wavy hairstyle, they have also shortened the length of her oblong face shape as well as added balance by flattering the width across her forehead. She's then further enhanced her face shape by side-sweeping her bangs to draw attention up and away from her pointed chin and focus it on her beautiful eyes. That is the beauty and impact of bangs. They create a new look, help minimize facial flaws and can enhance great features such as your eyes and cheekbones!

So the next time you’re in the mood for a hair style makeover but unsure about what to try then why not give bangs a go?. If you're still not convinced then upload your photo to our Virtual Hairstyler and try something with bangs from our range of celebrity and salon hairstyles. That way you'll get a firsthand look at whether bangs are the hair style makeover for you.