Blow-dry Your Hair Like a Pro

There’s nothing like stepping out of a salon after a good blow-out.

To get the full effect at home here are a few things you need to know.

Your hair should be damp, but not dripping wet. Blow-drying and applying products to wet hair is a recipe for disaster. And don’t continue blow-drying hair that is already totally dry—this is not only counterproductive, but will dry out the hair shaft.
The perfect blow-out takes time, so don’t rush it. Separate your hair in several sections and work on one section at a time.





• If you’re going for volume, choose the right styling products and tools. A volumizer and/or mousse coupled with a round brush will give your hair more body. And if your hair is curly, a round brush will also do the trick to keep those bouncy curls.
  For a sleek look, a light-hold gel will work for thinner hair, or a wax for thicker locks. A flat, or paddle brush is ideal for styling straight hair.
• For increased volume, dry your hair upside-down. Brush and blow from the neck towards the forehead, from the roots down to the tips of your hair. Turn your hair from left to right and vice versa as you brush and blow to give it an extra kick.
• For that sleek look, especially for longer hair, position the blow-dryer above your head, directing it down the hair shaft. Sitting down will make this less tiring on your arms.
• Working with blow-dryer and brush at the same time takes patience. Remember, practice makes perfect!
• Finish off with a shot of cold air as this will seal your hair cuticle (which has been opened by the blow-dryer’s hot air) and give you shinier locks.