6 Keys to a Successful Blowout + Style
When it comes to your hair, there’s nothing better than that fresh from the salon, bouncy, just-blown-out feeling. And I honestly believe that everyone deserves to look and feel their best, every single day!
So, I’m here to help you achieve that very same salon-quality blowout, from the comfort of your own home. Because you shouldn’t have to wait until your bi-monthly trim to experience that beautiful, bouncy hair. Don’t you agree?
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1. The success of your blowout depends on your prep work.
If you go anywhere close to a week between washes, you’ll want to do your first wash with a clarifying shampoo, and the second with a volumizing shampoo. Then, finish things off with a lightweight conditioner!
Your hair’s prep involves using the right leave-in products, too. Opt for products for hold, volume and heat protection! I love using Unite’s 7 Seconds Leave-In spray, and then topping things off with Blow & Set (also by Unite) and Liquid Volume at the roots. These products will protect your hair, nourish it, and give it the hold it needs to achieve that bounce you crave.
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2. Start your blowout with the sections of hair that frame your face.
Use a small round brush to twist the pieces surrounding your face back while blow drying them away from your face. This will help to tame those challenging face-framing pieces!
Make sure to attach the nozzle to your blow dryer. If you use an Air Wrap, use the open blow dryer attachment.
3. To achieve lasting volume, blow dry your roots first.
Using your hair brush, lift your hair directly up off of your scalp at a 90-degree angle for maximum volume. Be sure to still point your blow dryer nozzle away from the roots, and toward the ends.
Make sure your roots are 100% dry, so that you don’t lose any volume in the process. Before moving on from this step, the rest of your hair should be about 80% dry.
4. Work section by section.
Section out your hair, and begin to blow dry with your round brush. Using a smaller round brush will create a stronger shape and tighter curl, and a larger round brush will create loose volume!
Once again, make sure that every section is fully dry before moving on! If you’re using an air wrap type tool, switch your attachment to your selected tool.
5. Blow dry the top of your hair from front to back.
For the very top section of your hair, you’ll want to move from front to back while using a pulling motion. Pull each section forward, and let it rest and cool in front of your face!
6. Never move on without checking your work.
To check and see if your hair is 100% dry, turn off your dryer and let your hair cool for a minute or two. Go do something else as you get ready. Come back to your hair and touch it - if it’s slightly cool to the touch, it’s still damp. If it feels room temperature, it’s dry and you can proceed with styling!
Once you perfect your blowout, you’ll want to learn how to create salon-quality curls, too. Click here to watch my full hair curling tutorial!
A Few Things To Remember When Blow Drying Your Hair:
Your blow dryer’s nozzle should always be pointed from roots to ends. This will help to close down the cuticle layer of your hair, and create a smoother, shinier finish.
For curly hair, tension will be your best friend. Pull your hair straight as you blow dry to help smooth it out!
Pick the proper products for your hair type - and that includes its natural texture, moisture level, color history and cut. Email me if you’re unsure what to use!
Use a good heat protectant, always. This is a non-negotiable ☝️
About Michaela
Located in Campbell, CA, I focus on creating lived-in color and effortless extensions that feel like your natural hair - and I’d love to work with you!
