How To Blow Dry Hair Step By Step
The secret to getting a smooth, frizz free finish when you blow dry hair is keeping it moisturized and making sure it dries completely.
What You Need
Blow Dryer (w/ concentrator nozzle)
4 -6 Large Hair Clips
Wide Tooth Comb
Paddle Brush
Leave-in Conditioner
Heat Protectant
Hair Serum
Step 1
- Shampoo, deep condition and use leave-in conditioner then apply a good heat protectant to create a barrier between your hair and the heat from the blow dryer.
Step 2
- Use a wide tooth comb to gently comb your hair from the ends up to the roots.
Step 3
- Part your hair into 4-6 sections (depending on your hair’s thickness) and clip them up and away.
Step 4
- Using medium heat, hold the blow dryer 6-8 inches away from your hair and gently comb through with your fingers until it is about 80% dry.
Step 5
- Apply a light coating of hair serum to the section. Use a large paddle brush to slowly brush the hair from underneath while pointing the concentrator nozzle downwards. Finish off the section of hair with a shoot of cool air to seal cuticle.
Step 6
- Keep going through your hair section by section, moving from back to front till the entire head is done.
Step 7
- Finish by spraying a little oil sheen lightly over the hair (if you are going to flat iron, do this step when you're finished).
Tips For Getting An Extra Smooth Finish
- Direct the heat down the hair shaft. Doing this seals the cuticle of the hair and gives it sheen.
- Work from back to front. Drying hair in sections ensures that it’s dried properly, is easier and guarantees zero frizzes.
- Never use the highest heat setting. That singes your hair, dries it out and leaves it prone to breakage. Low to medium heat is much healthier.
- Keep the blow dryer moving so your hair doesn't overheat and "burn".
- Never ever blow dry hair your hair when it's dirty. That's the fastest way to damage your hair.
- Always use a heat protector before you blow dry. It's like extra insurance for your hair when if you use it with a good leave in conditioner. Your hair's strength depends on it!
- Never blow dry your hair with a brush attachment. They have hard plastic bristles that chew your hair up big time.
- Use a concentrator nozzle and a paddle brush to get your hair sleek and smooth.
Have a Good Hair Day!!!
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