The Proper Way to Blow Dry Your Hair – Tips from the Pros

When it comes to styling and drying hair, many women think that they need to simply use the highest heat setting in order to get their hair dry as quickly as possible. However, if you do not blow dry hair correctly, you can potentially cause a lot of damage to the hair and scalp. Here are a few handy tips that will not only help protect your hair while it is being blow dried, but that will ensure that your hair looks as good as it did on the day that you left the salon.

Avoid High Heat Settings

Many women make the mistake of using the highest possible heat setting when blow drying their hair. However, this can cause the hair to become frizzy and unruly. If hair is repeatedly blow dried by using high heat settings, overtime it can cause it to become extremely brittle and fragile. Stylists recommend that when adjusting the heat setting on your dryer, it should be comfortable enough to be directed on to the back of your hand without burning it. The dryer should also be kept at least 8 to 10 inches away from the hair.

Keep Moving

In order to prevent any heat damage from occurring to the hair, it is essential to ensure that the blow dryer be kept moving constantly. This will also prevent the scalp while blow drying the hair as well. To get the best drying results, stylists recommend that wet hair be divided into even sections with clips and then blow dried section by section starting from the neckline and working up to the top of the head.

Let your Hair Rest before Drying

Most people who wash their hair will immediately reach for the blow dryer in an effort to get it dry as quickly as possible. However, it is recommended that the hair be wrapped in an absorbent towel for at least 10 to 15 minutes before it is blow dried, as this will not only cut down on the blow drying time needed; it will result in the hair being exposed to less heat from the dryer as well. While in the towel, the hair can gently be patted to help remove excess water – it should never be rubbed vigorously. Once the hair is dry, it is also recommended that a shot of cool air be applied to the hair, this will help to lock in the style and provide the hair with more bounce once the blow dry is completed.

Taking the above mentioned tips into account when you blow dry your hair will help ensure that it looks its best every day. Anyone who requires further advice with regards to drying and styling their hair should not hesitate to schedule a consultation with one of our professional and experienced stylists. This can be done by calling our salon or by filling out the appointment request form on our website.