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The best haircuts for fine hair are blunt bobs, lobs & pixie cuts because they keep the ends strong & create the illusion of thicker hair.

Obviously not all haircuts suit all face shapes so It’s important to assess what will suit your face shape as well as hair type. The right haircut done by a professional though can be transformative.

In my salon I often see clients with fine hair trying to keep their hair too long fearing going shorter will make it look less. In reality it will look much thicker, fuller, more stylish and easier to manage.

Blunt Bob

Classic blunt bobs are often worn with a centre or side parting. It’s a sharp straight across haircut with no layers usually falling between the jawline and shoulders. An excellent choice for fine hair due to its straight, heavy ends.

Best Face Shapes for Bob and Lob Haircuts

Oval face shape will suit chin length straight across blunt haircuts

Round face shape will suit a longer bob (Lob) with straight lines to give a narrowing effect.

Heart shaped/ diamond face shapes suit a chin length cut adding width to a narrow jawline.

Square face shape will suit a cut slightly longer just past the jaw.

Oblong shaped face will suit shorter chin length bobs, one length, with bangs bringing focus to the cheekbones.

These haircuts are ideal for fine hair and will give a thicker, fuller look.

Pixie Cut

Classic pixie is usually tapered into neck, short sides and longer layered hair on top. There are many variations of a pixie cut, spiked, asymmetrical, undercut, curly, textured and longer versions but still graduated in framing the neck and around the face. These haircut are to be worn with confidence as they highlight facial features and jawline.

Best Face Shapes for Pixie Cuts

Oval face shapes will suit most pixie styles.

Round face shapes will suit a textured pixie with volume around the crown and top sections.

Square face shapes will suit a whispy, layered or shaggy pixie cut to soften a strong jawline.

Heart shaped/Diamond face shape will suit side swept bangs with some length around the ears to balance a wider forehead & narrower chin.

One mistake I often see in the salon is clients with fine hair trying to keep their hair too long. Without strong ends, the hair can appear flat & lifeless. Keeping the length around a bob or lob usually gives the appearance of thicker,fuller hair.

Ultimately the best haircut for fine hair is one that keeps the ends strong & adds shape without removing too much density. A professional stylist can help assess your face shape & lifestyle to recommend the most flattering option.

To maintain shape & structure you’ll need regular trims every 4-6 weeks.