In order to create the illusion of fuller hair, each strand of your hair should face the camera in your images. So, if you’re looking straight ahead, pull all your hair back and place it in front of your shoulders (leaving it long enough). You can also wear all your hair on one side of your shoulder. If you are taking a picture of the back of your head, pull all your hair from the front to the back. For those with shorter hair, you can always move your hair volume to the front, sides or back.
This sounds simple enough, but most people don’t think about it and make all the difference in volume and body.
The twist and tilt trick
This tip works hand in hand with the ‘fuller hair’ tip above. Again, you need to make sure that all your hair is facing the camera. So, since this image was taken from the back of my head, I pulled all my hair from the front of my shoulders to the back. I also did two additional things to create a more flattering image. Firstly, I twisted my hair, as shown in the picture, and then let it down. This prevents the hair from spilling down the back and gives a better look. Secondly, I tilt my head back slightly, which makes my hair look longer.
Don’t go overboard with hairspray
You want your hair to look soft, supple, and natural in your images. Hairspray counteracts all of the above. Sure, you can use a spritz or two to keep frizz at bay, but the helmet head is a bad look for all the world.
