13 hairstyles suitable for voluminous hair

Handling thick, high-volume hair is a blessing and a curse, isn't it? One day you look like you just walked out of a high-end salon blowout, and the next day you look like a lion that got struck by lightning.

I learned this the hard way back when I tried to pull off a blunt, jaw-length bob. My stylist warned me, but did I listen? Nope. I walked out looking like a mushroom for three months until it grew back.

If you're tired of fighting your hair density and wasting half a bottle of conditioner every wash day, here is my honest breakdown of 13 hairstyles that actually work with your volume instead of against it.

The Short & Medium Volume Tamers

1. The Long Layered Cut

If you do only one thing for your thick hair, get long, subtle layers. Weight is your biggest enemy when you have high density, and long layers remove the heavy bulk from the bottom without giving you "poodle hair."

Pro Tip: Ask your stylist for slide-cutting or point-cutting through the interior to thin out the mid-lengths without shortening your overall length.

2. The Long Bob (Lob) with Undercut

A classic lob can turn into a triangle shape real fast if you aren't careful. The secret weapon here is an internal undercut or severe thinning underneath the crown.

I was terrified when my stylist first suggested taking a razor to the bottom layer near my neck, but removing that hidden bulk made my hair lay completely flat for the first time in my life.

3. The Textured Shag

The 70s shag is honestly a gift from above for high-volume hair. Because the style relies on choppy layers, curtain bangs, and intentional texture, your natural volume does all the heavy lifting for you.

You just scrunch in some lightweight texturizing spray, and you're good to go.

4. The Layered Pixie Cut

Who says thick hair can't be short? A pixie with piecey, textured layers on top allows you to showcase your hair's full volume without dealing with hours of drying time. Keep the sides shorter to balance the proportions.

Sleek & Protective Styles

5. The Half-Up Top Knot

When you want your hair out of your face but still want to show off your length, this is the go-to. Taking the top half of your hair into a top knot instantly cuts your visible volume in half while keeping things stylishly casual.

6. The Low Slicked-Back Bun

Got a formal event or just a bad hair day? A low bun is practically made for thick hair because you actually have enough volume to make the bun look full and luxurious rather than like a tiny doorknob.

Apply a pea-sized amount of hair oil or leave-in conditioner to damp hair.
Brush thoroughly toward the nape of your neck using a boar bristle brush.
Secure tightly with a thick, seamless hair tie (regular elastic bands will snap instantly).

7. Dutch or French Braids

Thick hair holds braids better than any other hair type. Dual Dutch braids keep every single strand locked down, making them perfect for workouts, humid days, or long travel days.

Flowing & Natural Styles

8. Curtain Bangs with Face-Framing Layers

If you hate the feeling of heavy hair falling into your face, face-framing layers start around the chin and sweep backward. Curtain bangs soften your features and break up the heavy wall of hair around your face.

9. The Modern Mullet / Wolf Cut

A blend of the shag and the mullet, the wolf cut uses heavy layering on top to create volume where you want it while tapering out toward the ends. It's edgy, low-maintenance, and thrives on natural texture.

10. Deep Side Part with Hollywood Waves

Switching from a middle part to a deep side part allows your natural volume to create a dramatic, glamorous swoop. Use a 1.25-inch curling iron and brush the curls out gently with a wide-tooth comb to get soft, touchable waves.

Effortless Everyday Styles

11. The Claw Clip Half-Up

Regular claw clips usually break under the pressure of thick hair. But if you gather just the top third of your hair and use an extra-large, rectangular metal clip, you get an effortless, chic look that takes under 10 seconds.

12. Pineapple Updo (For Curly & Coily Volume)

If your volume comes from curls or coils, piling your hair loosely at the very top of your head with a silk scrunchie protects your curl pattern, preserves volume, and keeps your neck cool.

13. The Bubble Ponytail

Standard ponytails often sag after an hour because thick hair is heavy. Adding clear elastics every two inches down the length of your ponytail creates "bubbles" that distribute the weight evenly while looking incredibly put-together.

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