Shop Talk: Hair Products for Thinning Hair
Thinning hair just reading it makes you feel a little uncomfortable, huh? We get it. And so does Paul Mitchell® stylist Chris Hogg. Here’s his take on guests coming to terms with their thinning hair and what products he recommends so you fellas can still have a good hair day.
Hair is our crowning glory, a symbol of our youth. For men around the world, it's an expression of our confidence and personal style. Hair loss isn’t something I’ve encountered yet, but that doesn't mean I haven't questioned it before! You find yourself in front of the mirror asking questions like, "Does this feel thinner than this?" and comparing different sections of hair.
I definitely have friends and family members who suffer from hair loss. It’s a very sensitive subject for men, but it should be addressed. I’ve had clients open up to me about their thinning hair and here are some of the products I recommend:
I’ve been trying this new collection on a few of my clients. I’m getting very positive feedback and I’m noticing a change in their hair by the end of the first month!
This is my go-to product for getting a thicker look on a short-hair style. Apply a small amount to towel-dried hair and style as desired.
Not afraid of product? Here’s my cocktail for thinning hair:
Lemon Sage Thickening Spray® at the roots
Awapuhi Wild Ginger® HydroCream Whip® (approximately golf ball sized)
MarulaOil Rare Oil Style Extending Primer
Blow-dry as desired.
Add a little Dry Wash®.
Blow-dry again.
Detail and highlight areas with Tea Tree Shaping Cream™.
No matter what, your hair is always going to look better when it has some product in it. But you do need to pick hair-thickening products that accentuate your hair texture. For thinning hair, stick with a matte product. Anything with shine will create more separation and make the scalp more visible.
Thanks for these great product recommendations, Chris!