See how these inspiring women have reclaimed their confidence

Hair isn’t just hair. It’s the confidence to walk into a room without feeling self-conscious. It’s the freedom to try new styles that feel fully ‘them’. It’s the relief of running hands through fuller hair without thin spots. And for some, it’s simply the chance to feel like themselves again after hair loss or thinning. 

These 16 transformations showcase how a little added volume, length, or lift can be life-changing. Read each story and see how hair extensions go far beyond beauty—they bring a bit of ourselves back to life.

 

Before and after hair extensions

These incredible transformations are courtesy of The Lauren Ashtyn Collection, where extensions and toppers are made to blend seamlessly and add natural volume and length. Each extension uses 100% Remy human hair, offering a luxe look and feel that lasts—no one would ever guess it’s not your own!

 

Full-volume hair toppers

Full-volume hair toppers are designed for anyone looking to add serious lift and fullness at the crown without the weight of traditional extensions. These toppers sit naturally over the top section of the head, adding volume where thinning is often most visible. Perfect for women with fine or thinning hair, they blend effortlessly with natural hair to create a thicker, more youthful look. 

Whether styled loose or in an updo, full-volume toppers create instant, lasting body. Plus, they’re easy to apply and remove, making them great for day-to-day volume or special events that demand glam.

Transformation #1

This woman had long, beautiful locks but struggled with a thinning hairline at the part. A full-volume topper adds instant coverage, giving her hair a fuller look with minimal effort. With light styling—think loose waves and a sweeping side fringe—she’s rocking a salon-fresh finish every day.

Transformation #2

This is a prime example of before and after hair extensions for thin hair on top. This young woman experienced noticeable thinning at the crown, but a full-volume topper brings her hair back to life with such a natural look. The transformation is dramatic, yet blends ultra-seamlessly, giving her the fuller, more confident style she’s been craving.

Transformation #3

With a severely receding hairline and sparse bangs, this transformation shows the power of a well-styled topper. Cut to add natural volume and full bangs, the result not only fills in thinning areas but gives her a fresh, youthful look that feels effortlessly real.

Transformation #4

This client had significant thinning on the crown, but a carefully placed topper changed EVERYTHING. Positioned at the top and styled with soft bangs, it adds body to her hair, even in areas unaffected by hair loss, creating an even, natural fullness that radiates confidence.

 

Full volume hair extensions

Full-volume hair extensions offer all-around thickness by adding volume from root to tip, unlike toppers, which specifically target coverage at the crown. These extensions are perfect for creating a fuller look across the entire head, making them ideal for styles that need consistent volume and shape, like bobs or A-lines. 

By adding body throughout, full-volume extensions bring natural-looking depth and height to any cut, enhancing its overall style and flow. If you’re looking to fill in areas of thinning or just want that extra lift, full-volume extensions offer an effortless transformation with a fuller, polished finish.

Transformation #5

This client wasn’t dealing with hair loss—she simply wanted more volume and lift for her A-line cut. Full-volume extensions added height, creating a balanced, fuller look that highlights the angular shape of her cut. The added volume gives her style a polished, salon-quality finish with extra body.

Transformation #6

With moderate hair loss at the crown, this woman found her ideal fix with full-volume extensions. Styled into a chic bob, the added volume fills in the thinning areas and creates a thicker, sophisticated style. The result is a full-bodied bob with a natural flow that complements her features beautifully.

Transformation #7

This client’s thinning hair left her with a flatter silhouette that didn’t do her lovely features justice. Adding full-volume extensions gave her an instant lift, creating height that frames her face beautifully and draws attention upward. The result? A fresh, more defined look that brings out her natural glow.

Transformation #8

With thinning around the front and sparse bangs, this client needed fullness that looked real. Full-volume extensions added soft volume at the top and filled in her bangs, creating a balanced look that brings subtle structure and polish. Her hair now feels full and effortless, highlighting her natural beauty.

 

Light-volume hair toppers

Light-volume hair toppers are for anyone craving a little extra lift without the bulk of a full topper. These lightweight pieces add soft height and fullness, sitting neatly at the crown to fill in areas of mild thinning or to simply give a style more body. 

For those wanting a thicker fringe or just a bit more volume, these toppers offer a quick, natural-looking way to amp up your look with minimal effort. A subtle but impactful addition, they’re a go-to for anyone seeking an easy, polished upgrade.

Transformation #9

With thinning around the fringe, this client’s hair needed a little density boost. A light topper added volume that transformed her side-swept fringe into full bangs, giving her strands more thickness right to the ends. This simple addition lifts her face beautifully, adding softness and framing her features.

Transformation #10

Mild thinning at the crown may seem small, but it can impact confidence in a big way. In this transformation, the light topper provided instant coverage for her thinning area, restoring her hair’s fullness and leaving her visibly happier and refreshed. It’s a subtle but powerful confidence boost. 

Transformation #11

No noticeable hair loss here—this client just wanted a bit of extra glam. The light topper delivered on volume, giving her curls more bounce and thickness. That extra body took her style from everyday to red-carpet-worthy, making her hair look lush and full without appearing too heavy.

Transformation #12

This A-line bob needed volume at the crown and around the front, where hair was thinner. With the light topper, her hair now has enough density to shape into a chic, angular cut at the front, adding depth and creating a beautifully structured look that suits her style perfectly.

 

Luxury length extensions

Luxury length extensions are designed to give not only length but also natural volume throughout the entire head. Unlike partial extensions, these come with a base that clips around the entire crown, ensuring an even, balanced look that adds body from roots to ends. 

The extensions can be custom-colored and styled to blend effortlessly with your natural hair, including options for ombre and balayage color matching. Ideal for those dreaming of longer locks or wanting to enhance natural volume, luxury length extensions provide an easy, transformative way to achieve that long, glamorous look without waiting for growth.

Transformation #13

The color match here is so spot-on, it’s almost magic. These hand-painted extensions blend perfectly with her ombre tones, adding luscious length and volume at the ends. It’s hard to believe it’s not all her own—she’s achieved that “just grew it myself” look, effortlessly.

Transformation #14

Hello mermaid hair! With decent volume to begin with, this client was all about adding that glam length. The result? A natural-looking transformation that seems as though her hair has grown overnight. It’s the kind of length and fullness that feels both glamorous and effortless, like it was always meant to be.

Transformation #15

Adding full bangs and a major dose of volume, these extensions took her curls from pretty to pure luxe. Each curl looks fuller, with more bounce and shape, creating a textured, voluminous style that has serious wow-factor and an undeniably lush finish.

Transformation #16

More length, more volume, and a color match that’s flawless—even down to her highlights. This transformation brings extra inches without losing a single bit of her natural style. The extensions flow beautifully, adding length and fullness that feel entirely her own, with a gorgeously authentic finish.

 

Ready for your transformation?

Hair is a part of who we are. When thinning, flat, or fine hair starts to change how we feel in our skin, it can be hard to recognize ourselves. Hair extensions offer more than just volume or length; they give us a chance to feel like ourselves again, with hair that truly reflects how we want to show up in the world.

The before-and-after hair extensions transformations we’ve shared here show what’s possible when it comes to enhancing rather than covering up. It’s feeling a rush of confidence when you catch yourself in the mirror or run your hands through hair that’s fuller and feels totally natural. For some, it’s finally being able to pull off a dramatic, ultra-glam ponytail. For others, it’s the chance to feel put-together, every single day.

If you’re ready to explore what’s possible for you, The Lauren Ashtyn Collection offers personalized, one-on-one consultations with stylists who get it. They’ll work with you to find extensions that fit your hair needs and style, so you can feel like yourself—just with a little more lift.