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Which hairstyles will make my thinning hair look thicker?

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Question: Which hairstyles will make my thinning hair look thicker?

Answer: For men, a shorter hairstyle like a crew cut or a layered "caesar" cut will give the illusion of thicker hair. Long strands will only draw attention to hair's sparseness closer to the scalp. For women, a chin-length bob gives hair more body and "swing" at the ends. Face-framing bangs help give the style more fullness and height. Anything longer than shoulder-length will make thinning hair look straggly.

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