Want More Volume? Try These 15 Shampoos for Fine Hair ASAP

Specifically formulated for people over 40 (although anyone at any age can technically use it), this shampoo gives fine hair lift and volume while also making hair easier to style too. Reviewers were impressed by the fact that it helps thicken hair without weighing it down. One person with “very fine, thin, and bleached hair” explained that “most products leave my hair oily but this gave me so much volume.” Umm okay, say less!

THE REVIEWS: “I have flat, oily hair and absolutely nothing worked until I tried this bebe. It rebalances my scalp and gives my roots lift— I can finally go for days without washing,” says one tester.

This deeply clarifying shampoo-like treatment transforms from a paste to a foam upon application. The unique consistency provides lift and thickness at the roots for all-over body and volume. The best part? It’s under $20!

THE REVIEWS: “I got this product as a sample and had to buy a full- size version because I loved how volumizing it was! I use it once a week in place of my regular shampoo and absolutely love how thick and full it makes my hair look,” says a tester.

You (probably) know her, and you (probably) love her. This popular shampoo from celeb hairstylist Jen Atkin’s line adds major bounce and volume to hair. It even has strengthening benefits (ty, keratin and biotin) and nourishing properties thanks to chia seed oil. Reviewers also note that it lathers well and leaves hair feeling super healthy after every wash.

THE REVIEWS: “This shampoo has a beautiful scent that reminds me of a rose garden,” says a tester. “Aside from the great fragrance, it really helps make my fine hair feels super full and very soft too.”

Infused with coconut, aloe, and tiger herb, this banana-scented shampoo works overtime to deliver hydration and shine to fine hair while also treating dry, flaky scalps. Bonus points for the recyclable packaging!

THE REVIEWS: “I had been using the pre-wash treatment from this same brand and had really good results, so I decided to give the shampoo a try…and let me just say I’m VERY impressed,” reads one review. “It definitely smells amazing and it cleaned my hair perfectly—it’s hydrating and doesn’t leave any residue.”

If you dye or bleach your fine hair, this volumizing shampoo for color-treated hair is a must-have. It’s sulfate-free, so it gently gets rid of dirt and buildup without damaging your hair or stripping your color. There’s also Oribe’s Signature Complex, which is a combo of antioxidant-rich plant ingredients designed to protect your hair from oxidative stress and prevent color fading too.

THE REVIEW: “Oribe is the GOAT of hair products in my opinion, and this particular one is my favorite,” says a tester. “I have fine hair that is very straight. This has changed my hair, it feels fuller and looks so good all the time.”

This volumizing shampoo bar is an easy way to make your beauty routine more eco-friendly and give your fine hair a boost too. The sustainably-made, plastic-free formula comes in 100 percent recyclable paper and lasts for up to 40 washes too.

THE REVIEWS: “This is one of the best shampoos I’ve ever used,” says a tester. “I appreciate that there is no chemically-derived fragrance and that the packaging is sustainable, but I really love the oomph it gives my fine hair.”

This volumizing shampoo is a former Cosmo Beauty Award winner, so you know it’s legit. It uses ginger root extract to add body and fullness, glycerin to lightly hydrate, and vitamin E to promote a healthy environment for hair to grow. Also cool: It’s vegan, cruelty-free, and comes in a fully recyclable bottle.

THE REVIEWS: “I’ve searched high and low and spent a lot of money to find a shampoo for my limp and naturally oily hair,” reads one review. “I read about this brand and decided to try both shampoo and conditioner and I immediately noticed results—this is *the* product for fine hair.”

Whether you have stick-straight hair or type 4 curls, this volumizing shampoo has got you covered. It uses linden-bud extract to plump each individual strand—plus it contains a dose of moisturizing argan oil, coconut oil, and glycerin to nourish and moisturize your hair too.

THE REVIEWS: “I love it! Make sure to lather it in your hands first before applying it to your hair. I have long medium thick hair that’s wavy when air dried. Gets oily fast so my hair gets flat and gross looking after a day of not washing. This shampoo has helped that problem a lot!” says a tester.

If your fine, flat hair needs a little extra oomph but you don’t want it to look or feel weighed down, you’re about to become BFFs with this volumizing shampoo. The lightweight formula gives your hair instant lift and body that’s totally weightless.

THE REVIEWS: “This stuff is the best. My typically fine, thin hair looks so much healthier and full after using it. A genuine life, er, hair saver,” says a reviewer.

Think a shampoo has to be pricey to get the job done? This volumizing drugstore shampoo for fine hair (it’s less than $8!) is here to prove you wrong. It’ll give you more volume at the roots and all over thickness thanks to collagen, biotin, and wheat proteins.

THE REVIEWS: “You won’t find a better shampoo at this price points,” writes one tester. “It makes my hair feel just as smooth and bouncy as shampoos that are triple, even quadruple, the price.”

Sad-looking curls are…well, sad. This shampoo for fine hair will give them a much-needed boost. Biotin, maltodextrin, and ginseng extract add volume and softness, giving your curly hair a defined yet weightless bounce.

THE REVIEWS: “This shampoo not only smells amazing but I can now go multiple days without washing my hair and it still looks and feels clean and voluminous,” reads a review. “I’ve been looking for something like this for my fine curls for years and I’m happy that I’ve finally found it,” says another tester.

Stress, hormones, diet—there are a ton of things that can cause your hair to start thinning. Instead of freaking out, grab this shampoo for fine hair. With biotin, quinoa, and baobab, this shampoo works to repair and strengthen your hair from the inside out.

THE REVIEWS: “I shampoo with this everyday and it hasn’t dried out my hair,” says a reviewer. “My hair now looks and feels fuller and lays so much better.”

You don’t want to skimp on your scalp care, trust me. It’s just as important as your hair care routine. So if you want to get rid of a greasy scalp without stripping it of its natural oils, you need to try this shampoo for fine hair. With peppermint oil and plant extracts in the formula, this shampoo is able to leave your scalp feeling squeaky clean but not dry.

THE REVIEWS: “I use this shampoo once a week in rotation with my other shampoo and it’s great,” reads one review. “I noticed an improvement in my hair’s amount of volume and shine—plus the formula feels so fresh and soothing on the scalp.”

Think of this shampoo as an instant volume boost for your fine hair. The formula’s combo of saw palmetto berry extract—which adds volume and dimension—and biotin work to plump and strengthen, leaving you with hair so thick, full, and healthy, you legit won’t be able to stop playing with it.

THE REVIEWS: “I have fine that gets flat and greasy easily, but with this shampoo my hair looks great,” says one tester. “I was even able to skip days in between shampooing—something I normally never get to do with other shampoo formulas,” says a tester.

Fine or thin hair is sometimes hard to style, and this shampoo for fine hair helps to strengthen and lengthen hair so it can truly take any heat-styling. It uses flax to build up your strands while enveloping them for a thicker look and feel.

THE REVIEWS: “This shampoo works great. I have fine, thin hair and the volume it gave me was definitely noticeable. Not only did it help with volume, but it made my color look more vibrant too. My hair had an overall healthier look and feel,” says a reviewer.