Add Height to Your Crown

Bob haircut for a woman with a round face
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Q: What can I do to add height to my crown with my round face?
 
A: With any hair type, the key to adding height at the crown is creating volume. There are several ways to achieve this, and combining a few techniques will usually give you the best results.
 

Blow-Drying

One of the easiest methods is to create lift at the roots while styling. Apply a root-lifting spray or volumizing foam to damp hair, then blow-dry while lifting sections of hair away from the scalp with a round brush or your fingers. Directing the airflow upward at the roots helps set the hair with more height and prevents it from lying flat.
 
You may also want to try drying your hair with your head flipped upside down. This simple technique encourages the roots to dry in a lifted position, creating extra fullness. Once your hair is dry, finish by lightly backcombing the crown, then smooth the top layer over the teased section for a sleeker look. A light-hold hairspray will help maintain the volume throughout the day, without making the hair feel stiff.
 

Perms & Roller Styling

A root-lift perm can be an excellent option as well. Unlike a traditional perm that creates curls throughout the hair, a root-lift perm is developed to add volume at the scalp. It works well for shorter hairstyles or fine hair that lacks natural body.
 
You can also create height with rollers. This technique produces the greatest amount of root volume and allows you to style the curls however you like. Velcro rollers or large hot rollers can provide temporary crown lift without committing to a chemical perm treatment.
 
Methods to create height at the top of your head
 

Haircut

The right haircut can make a noticeable difference as well. Layers through the crown help create movement and make it easier to achieve volume, while avoiding excessive weight at the top that can cause the hair to fall flat. If your hair is thick, strategic layering can remove bulk while still maintaining fullness where you want it most.
 
Since you have a round face, your goal is to create the illusion of more length. Keep the majority of the volume at the crown rather than the sides of the head. Too much fullness around the cheeks can make the face appear wider, while extra height on top creates a more elongated silhouette. Hairstyles with some length, soft layers around the face, and a little lift at the crown are generally the most flattering for a round face.
 
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See also:
 
Root lift perm
 
How do you cut the top of a hairstyle to increase height?
 
Roller styling techniques