Big hair, don’t care —let’s talk volume

Flat hair? We don’t know her. I’ve spent most of my adult life desperately seeking volume and love trying all the products — any recommendations? — BUT these are my tried and true favorites that I buy or use on repeat. Whether you’re chasing that salon-worthy bounce or just trying to convince your roots to wake up, these volume-boosting hair products are here to bring the drama (the good kind). Shop my favorite volume heroes below — because life’s too short for flat hair.

Two bottles of VERB hair care products: Ghost Shampoo in a white bottle and Ghost Conditioner in a black bottle, placed against a neutral background.

I was introduced to VERB Ghost Shampoo and Conditioner by my stylist and it was love at first wash. The brand has a volume line, but I prefer Ghost’s weightless formula — it cleanses and hydrates my fine hair without weighing it down.

A clear spray bottle labeled 'VERB Ghost Oil' for fine to medium hair, with a black and white label and a transparent spray nozzle, set against a beige abstract background.

VERB Ghost Oil is one of those products you didn’t know you needed until you tried it. After blow-drying, I rub a little between my palms and apply it to the ends for shine, then lightly smooth it over my crown to tame flyaways.

Pink hairbrush with multiple black bristles, labeled 'lange', against a beige abstract background.

L’ange Le Volume Eleve is THE hairdryer you need if you’re looking to add volume, IMO. The tear-shaped dryer head lifts the root while drying, and different heat and speed settings get you that perfect blow out.

A bottle of Pacifica scalp detox and tonic with rosemary and apple cider, featuring a green label with pink and purple leaf illustrations.

Pacifica’s Scalp Detox + Tonic makes my scalp feel squeaky clean, and my hair has more bounce when I use it prior to washing. Just a five minute massage on a dry scalp, rinse, and you’re on your way.

A gray bottle of Living proof Perfect hair Day dry shampoo against a neutral background.

She’s not specifically for volume, but Living Proof Perfect Hair Day dry shampoo is the only one I’ve tried that eliminates grease and holds volume on those non-shampoo days.

Black and pink hair straightening brush with metal bristles on a beige background.

I love my L’ange Le Vite Straightening Brush — it smooths out my hair without flattening. I like to brush my hair from underneath to give some lift while straightening.

A bottle of Rusk Thickr Myst thickening spray for fine or thin hair on a light background with beige abstract shapes.

My love for Rusk’s thickr myst is undying — I never let myself run out. It adds fullness and volume while leaving my hair touchably soft.

A can of TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Blowout finishing hairspray with black body and red label, placed against a beige background with paint splatter design.

I’ve tried more expensive hair sprays but I always come back to TRESemme. The Keratin Smooth Blowout version is my current favorite, adding hold without weight, and the price point is spot on.

A pink and purple electric toothbrush with the text 'BEACHWAVER B1' on the handle, placed on a beige background with abstract shapes.

Beachwaver forever! It’s (almost) foolproof even for someone like me who rarely curls her hair (I’m just lazy). This is the version I use — the curls last. The end. There’s also a Beachwaver “dupe” with good reviews!

Red hairspray can labeled "Sexy Hair Big Root Pump Plus" against light beige background.

Oh, Sexy Hair. The Big Root Pump Spray Mousse is such a favorite, and I just love the sassiness of this brand overall. Not sticky, has heat protectant, and helps lift my hair at the root — the perfect combo.