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What's the Best Hairstyle for Fine Hair?
Photo: Greg Kessler
Photo: Greg Kessler
Q: I have very fine hair, but a ton of it—which makes every haircut wind up flat. What's the best style for me?            
            
A: Though I'm sure many of your fellow Ask Val readers will be envious of your problem—a "ton" of hair isn't often among their complaints—I know that styles gone flat are no fun. But there's an easy solution. It's not about creating lots of volume, says stylist Rodney Cutler, founder of the Cutler/Redken salons. Rather, you want to create movement and texture by cutting layers in a style that sweeps to one side. Though this approach works on various lengths, a cut that falls between the chin and collarbone works best, says Cutler.


As for styling products, try a spray that gives hold at the roots. Cutler recommends Redken Rootful 06 ($15.50; redken.com for salons).            

Keep in mind:  Product on the ends of your hair will weigh it down, so avoid it.

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