volumize
verb
vol·u·mize
ˈväl-yə-ˌmīz 
-(ˌ)yü-
variants
also British volumise
volumized; volumizing; volumizes
: to add fullness or volume to (something)
especially
: to make (hair) thicker or fuller in appearance
To rumple and volumize hair: While you're blow-drying, use your (other) hand and pull your hair up gently from the crown. —
Redbook
Redbook
volumizer
ˈväl-yə-ˌmī-zər
noun
-(ˌ)yü-
… one of the new liquid volumizers that enhance your hair's natural texture …
—Cosmopolitan
Cosmopolitan
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According to professional makeup artist Timothy McKay, the differentiator of volumizing mascaras is not only in the formula, but the mascara wand itself.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2025
The color-safe formula exfoliates and hydrates the scalp while nourishing and volumizing hair from the root.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Be mindful of volumizing conditioners, as not all are created equal.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 16 Feb. 2025
Avoid volumizing products, which can leave hair feeling more electrified.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 11 Feb. 2025
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2025
The color-safe formula exfoliates and hydrates the scalp while nourishing and volumizing hair from the root.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Be mindful of volumizing conditioners, as not all are created equal.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 16 Feb. 2025
Avoid volumizing products, which can leave hair feeling more electrified.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 11 Feb. 2025
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“Volumize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volumize. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.
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