Q&A for How to Get Thick Hair

You can use volumizing shampoos and conditioners, but avoid using them daily since they're drying. There are also thickening products you can apply to your hair when you style it. One trick you can try is blow drying your hair upside down to give it extra lift and volume.

Shampoo every 2 - 3 days with a sulfate-free shampoo. Massage the scalp regularly, using almond oil or a similar product if it feels dry.

Putting it in a braid everyday is actually a good thing as it protects the hair from damaging. It probably won't make your hair thicker just by doing that, because the hair is growing from the scalp.

Depending in your hair type, if the elastic is too tight or rubs a lot, it may make your hair thinner. To get around this, keep the ponytail loose (and use a hair tie that is soft and expandable) as you've mentioned, and braid your hair.

Your hair will be fine. If you don't braid too tight, you'll actually be helping your hair. Braids help protect the hair from damage.

Stress and a poor diet are common causes of hair loss and thinning hair. Hormones, genetics, and illness are other common causes.

Yes, it will grow back thick. Just stop doing any damage to your hair by bleaching it again or other hair procedures like coloring.

You should look after your hair and put oil in your hair so it can strengthen the hair. Also, make sure that you have a healthy diet and that you get all of the vitamins and nutrients you need. If you feel it is a major problem you can tell your parents and they may be able to help you.

Not necessarily. It depends how tightly you tie it. If it is a very tight bun, then it may pull on the strands of hair and cause them to fall out, but if it is loose, then it will not do that and may even protect your hair. Also, it can add slight waves to your hair, which will help make your hair look thicker.

The amount of shampoo you use won't change the thickness of your hair. Use a nickel-sized amount unless you have very long hair.

Wait for it to grow. Hair grows about a half-inch per month. Or, you can use hair extensions.

Don't wear it in a ponytail or put any heat/products on your hair. If this hair loss continues or is already of considerably concern to you, consult a doctor if the situation to check that you don't have alopecia.

Combing makes it easier for your hair to grow without unsightly knots. If not combed, the hair can end up looking very messy in appearance too.

No, there is no way to suddenly change the type of hair you have, but you can follow the steps in this guide to achieve results over time.

You cannot really stop that. You are welcome to dye your hair, though. A balanced diet and exercise with daily nutrients will additionally keep your hair healthy and might delay some color changes but mostly it's genetics so you can't do a lot. It never hurts to focus on keeping your hair healthy though.

No, one has nothing to do with the other. Your hair might be naturally thin from genetics, or it could be caused by inadequate nutrition or damage to your hair (e.g., from heat styling, dyeing/bleaching, or harsh products).

This may not make it thick, but it's pretty and can protect your hair. Braiding is good, but if braided to hard, it can lead to split hair.

Dyeing hair is actually rather bad for it. Many dyes have harmful chemicals, which can actually contribute to unhealthy hair. Using natural dyes, like henna, can work better

It may take months for hair to grow thicker, or it may not improve at all.

Fish oil can give your hair a shiny look if taken daily, while also making it stronger, but fish oil does not result in visible thickness.

See wikiHow's article on how to make hair grow long faster for some tips.

There are limits to how thick any given person's hair can get, but you can certainly increase the thickness of your hair. Using high-quality shampoo and conditioner, using coconut and/or castor oil (ideally left in overnight and then washed out - it could make your hair look greasy, so you might not want to have it in during the day), and getting good nutrition can all help. How to Get Healthy, Strong Hair has some more dietary and other tips.

It's possible. Try massaging your scalp once a week with Jamaican black castor oil and a carrier oil such as grapeseed or olive. You can add essential oils if you want such as peppermint, lavender, rosemary, tea tree, etc.

Usually thinner, since this stretches the hair causing breakage and thinner hair.

It mostly depends on your hair, as it changes between individuals.

Your hair will continue to grow at the same rate as it did prior to your cut, but getting your hair cut can take care of split ends, resulting in healthier hair growth.

No, gray hair tends to be very resistant to hair color, so it mostly likely will just leave you with dark blonde hair and the grey spots will be nearly the same. I recommend getting your hair professionally done in either your natural hair color or slightly darker to hide any gray you dislike.

Good diet, plenty of sleep and exercise. A healthy body can do wonders for itself. Have someone wash your hair for you and give you a scalp massage once a week to get the blood circulating; even if it doesn't work, it'll still be relaxing.

That depends on your hair. If your hair is quite dry, then try to avoid washing it frequently. However, if you hair is quite oily, then you may need to wash it more often. Figure out your hair type and go along with that.

It could. Because your hair is in a tight bun for long periods of time it can cause breakage to your hair. However, you can resolve this by wearing your headscarf (hijab) with your hair in softer or looser hair ties more often than not.