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Blow Drying Basics
If you are tempted to try super-straight hair but don't want to loose your natural waves
for good, a blow out is a great way of achieving the look without the commitment. The
perfectly straight, sleek locks sported by many celebrities may seem difficult to achieve
at home, but with the right tools and techniques, anyone can have super straight hair
without a trip to the salon.
Blow-drying is also a very useful styling technique no matter what type of haircut you
have. This styling method helps add fullness and texture to the hair while lending a
polished finish to your style.
What You'll Need:
1. A blow dryer with an attachment to help focus and direct air flow and reduce frizz.
2. A round or paddle brush with densely pack bristles.
3. Products to help smooth and straighten hair.
4. Large clips to hold up sections of the hair that you are not currently working on.
How to:
First, it is important to begin with freshly washed hair, especially if you want the look to
last for several days. Begin by patting damp hair with a towel until the excess moisture
has been removed and then shape the hair into the style that you want. Begin drying
the bottom, back part of the hair first. Keep the hair that you aren't working on yet
pinned up away from the airflow and heat. If your goal is to straighten the hair, use
the brush to stroke hair from root to ends, directing the air on hair as you run the brush
through.
If you want to maintain some of your hairs natural texture, blow
dry hair by directing air towards the roots and combing through
the hair with your fingers. Work your way through the back of the
hair and through the sides. When you reach the top layers of
hair, use a brush to lift hair straight up and blow dry.
Lifting the hair from the scalp in this way will help to add body
and volume to your hair.
When hair is nearly dry, the style you want will determine how you
should complete the drying process. If you want super straight
hair, continue drying hair as before until hair is completely dry. Then, use a flat iron all
over the hair and add a smoothing pomade to finish the look. If you want a more
textured look, separate individual sections of hair and lift them up. Twist each section
slightly and apply a low heat until each section is dry. Then, allow each section to
descend naturally and shake head slightly to let the locks fall into place.
If you want to add a slight curl or flip at the ends of your hair, use the round brush to
curl hair into the shape and direction of your choice and blow-dry each section until
completely dry. You can create more texture by using styling gel and your fingers to
shape individual sections of hair. When blow drying, it is vital to make sure there is no
dampness left in the hair in order to prevent frizz. Complete the look by spritzing on
a light holding spray.
A blow dryer can be a versatile styling tool for creating a wide variety of looks.
Whether you want a sleek, straight look or tousled, sexy fullness, following these tips
can help you achieve the look you want at home without the hassle and expense of a trip
to the salon.
Author: Kendra Van Wagner
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