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Fluffy hair is the ultimate soft-volume style. Whether you're dreaming of that signature '90s blowout or a modern, cloud-like finish, achieving fluffy hair is easier than you think with the right care, products, and techniques. In this blog, Laura Elliott, Head of Education at Neäl & Wølf reveals her expert advice on how to get fluffy hair.
What is fluffy hair?
Fluffy hair is soft, voluminous, and intentionally styled to look simply undone. It’s not stiff, crunchy, or overly teased - instead, it’s full of movement, bounce, and airiness. Think lightweight volume with a smooth texture, healthy shine, and a soft-touch finish that still holds its shape. Suitable for a range of hair types - from fine to thick - fluffy hair enhances your natural texture.
How do you get fluffy hair? Step by step
Fluffy hair can be achieved by nailing your washing, drying, styling, and maintenance routines. It's important to focus on volume, texture, and lightweight products. Follow the advice below for soft hair that looks and feels flawless.
Step 1. Hair washing: Building the perfect base
H4: 1. Use a volumising shampoo and conditioner
It all begins in the shower. Heavy formulas can leave your hair flat before you even style it. Instead, choose volumising, weightless products that cleanse and nourish without buildup. Our AMPLIFY Volumising Shampoo and Conditioner are expertly crafted to lift from the root while smoothing each strand - creating the perfect foundation for long-lasting volume.
2. Flip your hair when washing
This simple trick encourages natural lift at the roots. Flip your head forward while rinsing and conditioning to help lift your hair away from the scalp and boost volume from the very first step.
3. Use leave-in conditioner to detangle
Tangles and dryness can weigh hair down and reduce movement. A leave-in conditioner treatment, like the luxurious HYDRATE Leave-In Conditioner Spray restores softness and strength while ensuring hair remains light, manageable, and beautifully bouncy.
4. Exfoliate your scalp for better lift
A healthy scalp is essential for voluminous hair. Gently exfoliating your scalp weekly to remove buildup, stimulate circulation, and help create a fresh environment for natural lift and growth at the root.
Step 2. Drying techniques - lifting from the roots
1. Protect hair from heat damage
Volume thrives on healthy hair. Overstyling or high heat can break down the hair’s natural bounce. Always apply a high-quality heat protectant like our GUARD Heat Protection Spray before blow drying or using hot tools to preserve your hair’s softness and integrity.
2. Dry with a diffuser for natural texture
If you have curls or waves, a diffuser can work wonders. It enhances your natural texture without flattening or frizzing. Our HERØ Ionic Technology Hair Dryer comes with a diffuser, whilst also using ultra-quiet and fast-drying technology.
3. Flip your hair when drying
As with washing, flipping your hair forward while blow drying creates instant lift at the roots. This gravity-defying move adds body without needing extra products and is ideal for prepping hair before round-brush styling.
4. Blow dry with a round brush
For that iconic fluffy finish, a round brush is your go-to tool. Section the hair, pull it upward from the roots, and direct airflow along the strand. This smooths the cuticle while boosting body, creating a look that lasts all day. Always finish with a cool blast to lock in shape and volume.
Step 3. Styling for volume - creating lasting fluff
1. Use a volumising spray for lift and hold
A root-boosting spray or lightweight lotion is key to setting your style. Apply a volumising product like our UPLIFT Volumising Mist which creates lasting volume for up to 48 hours, even in high humidity.
2. Use dry shampoo to refresh and volumise
Dry shampoo isn’t just for absorbing oil - it’s also an excellent volumiser. Apply TEXTURE Dry Texture & Finishing Spray to the roots and gently massage in to create instant lift and texture that revives your hair in seconds
3. Use a strengthening lotion
Hair lotion is a powerful yet often overlooked step in creating soft, voluminous styles. Unlike heavy creams or mousses, a well-formulated lotion like our ELEVATE Volumising Lotion offers light hold, natural movement, and a touch of texture, making it ideal for achieving that perfectly fluffy finish.
4. Flip your parting for instant volume
Sometimes, the simplest tricks are the most effective. Flipping your part to the opposite side instantly breaks up flatness and creates natural lift. This quick refresh adds movement and makes your hair look fuller with zero effort.
Step 4. Hair health & shape: maintaining the look
1. Trim your split ends regularly
Split ends can drag your hair down and disrupt its shape. Regular trims every 6–8 weeks help maintain bounce, eliminate heaviness, and keep your ends looking fresh and full of life. Find out more about maintaining your hair: How to Get Rid of Split Ends
2. Consider layers for built in volume
Fluffy hair thrives with the right cut. Ask your stylist for soft layers to remove weight and add movement, allowing your hair to sit naturally with enhanced body and texture. Read more about one of our favourite styles: 5 Reasons to Choose Layered Hairstyles with Curtain Bangs
3. Avoid heavy oils and creams
Rich oils and styling creams can collapse volume and leave your hair feeling greasy. Opt for lightweight, volumising stylers - and apply oils sparingly, focusing only on the ends to maintain that airy, cloud-like texture.
4. Sleep on silk to preserve volume
Cotton pillowcases can create friction and flatten your style overnight. A silk or satin pillowcase reduces friction, helps maintain moisture, and keeps your hair smooth, voluminous, and beautifully fluffy into the next day.
Fluffy hair is more than a trend - it's a celebration of volume, softness, and self-care. With the right products, a few expert techniques, and a focus on healthy hair, anyone can achieve this beautifully bouncy look at home. View our tailored products to help you to achieve fluffy hair: Volumising Hair Products
