The 9 Best Texturizing Powders for Bigger, More Voluminous Hair

The bigger the better when it comes to hair.

Allie Hogan
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Published: Feb 23, 2024

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Hair that’s reminiscent of Flat Stanley is out. Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen a big focus on volume and texture that’s a stark contrast to the pin-straight trends of the early 2000s. Those born with thin, fine hair devoid of texture can have a hard time achieving the height of volume they hope for. Luckily, there are expert-developed products with formulas that help give hair the volume and texture we see on the stars and desperately want to recreate at home. Powder products have become popular, with dry shampoo powder taking off and interest in texturizing powder climbing. We’ve curated a list of texturizing powders that pass the test and pump up the volume.

Texturizing powders to try

1 / 9

PHYTO PRO Style Texturizing Powder ($25)

A celeb favorite—both Sarah Snook and Lizzy Caplan have worn it on red carpets this year—this texturizing powder is great for applying at the roots to create tousled, undone looks or a beautiful backcomb.

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2 / 9

Oribe Swept Up Volume Powder Spray ($42)

The mess-free—not to mention beautiful—packaging allows for easy use, so the powder only ends up where it’s supposed to be. The grip, texture and volume will increase before your eyes, adding a weightless lift that’s hard to come by.

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3 / 9

Davines This is a Texturizing Dust ($31)

Add some hard-to-achieve workable texture with this powder to help support your styling. This dust formula creates structure, hold and fullness to fresh hair or days-old 'dos.

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4 / 9

Kristin Ess Hair Working Texture Loose Styling Powder ($12)

Celebrity hairstylist Kristin Ess calls this her “ultimate braid aid,” as it keeps them from unraveling and falling apart. She also loves using it to add volume at the root when styling hair.

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5 / 9

Unite Expanda Dust ($32)

Sprinkle a bit of this magical dust, a little goes a long way, to add instant volume, grip and texture to any hair type.

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6 / 9

Hairlust Volume Wizard Hair Powder ($31)

The magical powers behind this organic formula straight out of Denmark cast a spell on hair, adding instant volume and texture.

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7 / 9

Sexy Hair Big Sexy Hair Powder Play Volumizing & Texturizing Powder ($22)

When talking about big hair with a whole lot of texture, it would be remiss to not mention Sexy Hair’s iconic formulas. This powder, which is best suited for medium and thick hair, immediately imparts enviable volume and texture.

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8 / 9

dpHUE Colour Fresh Texturizing Powder ($28)

Not all texturizing powders are created equal, and not all are color-safe. This formula turns up the volume without degrading the hair dye we spend so much time and money on.

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