Which type of design is best for a client needing volume at the crown?

The choice of lifted layers is ideal for a client seeking volume at the crown. This design technique involves cutting the hair in such a way that layers are created, which can be strategically placed to enhance lift and movement, particularly around the crown area. The layering allows hair to fall in a way that adds dimension and fullness, making it appear more voluminous.

Lifted layers work by removing excess weight from the hair, allowing the remaining hair to be elevated. This increased elevation at the crown creates an illusion of added height and body, which is especially beneficial for clients with finer or flatter hair types.

In contrast, options like a flat iron style tend to create sleek, smooth looks that can actually reduce the appearance of volume, while shag cuts may provide texture but do not necessarily focus on volume specifically at the crown. A wavy perm can add body and texture, but it may not give the precise lift needed at the crown that lifted layers can achieve. Thus, for achieving volume specifically at the crown, lifted layers are the most effective choice.