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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Featuring a Shampoo, conditioner, in-shower treatment, and thickening serum—each enriched with biotin, prebiotics, and rosemary oil—this is designed to volumize, soothe the scalp, and reduce breakage for a healthier head of hair.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
Laura Geller New York Kajal Longwear Mascara This do-it-all mascara is designed to define, curl, lengthen, and volumize your lashes, all while pea protein peptides and shea butter work to condition and nourish them.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
The Dyson Airwrap Origin, a more streamlined version of the viral favorite Dyson Complete, uses the same Coanda airflow (without extreme heat) to curl, smooth, and volumize with just a few attachments.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2025
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
Laura Geller New York Kajal Longwear Mascara This do-it-all mascara is designed to define, curl, lengthen, and volumize your lashes, all while pea protein peptides and shea butter work to condition and nourish them.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
The Dyson Airwrap Origin, a more streamlined version of the viral favorite Dyson Complete, uses the same Coanda airflow (without extreme heat) to curl, smooth, and volumize with just a few attachments.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2025
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“Volumize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volumize. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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