How To Achieve A Gorgeous Blowout At Home
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Getting the perfect blowout can seem like a daunting task, but with the right tools, products, and techniques, you can achieve a salon-quality blowout chez toi. I’ve struggled with taming my curly, thick hair for years, but I’ve finally discovered a haircare routine that leaves me with the voluminous, bouncy hair of my dreams. Ready to never have a bad hair day? Continue reading for all of my tips, tricks and tools for creating a gorgeous blowout.
Choosing the Right Tools
The first step in achieving a beautiful blowout is to have the right tools. Despite the social media hype, you don’t need to invest in an expensive hair tool like the Dyson Airwrap to style your locks.
For this tutorial, all you’ll need is a hairdryer with a concentrator nozzle and a round brush. The concentrator nozzle will help to direct the airflow and the round brush will create volume and shape. I use a $30 hair dryer from Babyliss that I bought in France, but any dryer with a nozzle should work. For professional hair brushes, I always buy from Olivia Garden. Almost every hair stylist I’ve seen uses these brushes and for good reasons. They don’t snag my hair and significantly reduce drying time. This thermal round brush is what I’m currently using.
It is also important to use the right products to protect your hair from heat damage and to help hold the style. Use a heat protectant spray before blow-drying and finish with a hairspray or styling cream to hold the style in place. My go-to heat protectants are the Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray and the Redken One United All-In-One Leave In Conditioner. Both of these work wonders at protecting my hair while detangling my often unruly mane. I lock in my style using the blowpro Blow Out Hair Spray.
You can add an oil to your hair for extra softness and shine. When I feel like my hair needs some extra nourishment after my blowout, I like to add a few pumps of the Davines OI Oil. I’ve been using this products for years, and I can’t recommend this brand enough!
Your Toolkit
Steps to Achieve a Blowout
Start by washing your hair and towel-drying it until it is damp.
Apply a heat protectant spray to your hair, focusing on the ends.
Section your hair into manageable sections, using hair clips to hold them in place.
Begin blow-drying your hair using the concentrator nozzle to direct the airflow. Use the round brush to lift the hair at the roots and pull it taut while blow-drying. Work through each section of hair, blow-drying from the roots to the ends.
Once you have finished blow-drying, use a cool shot of air to set the style.
Finish with a hairspray or styling cream to hold the style in place.
For visual learners, check out my favorite blowout tutorial on YouTube.
Tips and Tricks
Use a leave-in conditioner or detangler before blow-drying to help prevent tangles and make it easier to brush through.
Blow-dry your hair upside down for extra volume. When my hair needs some added lift, I do this before the cool shot.
Don't rush the blow-drying process. Take your time and work through each section of hair. Since I have a lot of hair, my blowout routines takes me at least 30 minutes. I often put in my Airpods and listen to a podcast while I’m styling my hair so that I don’t rush the process.
Choose the right brush: The size of your round brush should be proportional to your hair length. If you have long hair, you'll need a larger brush, while a smaller brush is better for short hair.
Blow-dry in sections: Blowing dry your hair in sections can help ensure that you don't miss any spots, and that you get the best results possible.
Use the right products: Using the right products is crucial to achieving a perfect blowout. If you have fine hair, opt for a lightweight volumizing mousse or spray. If you have thick hair, choose a smoothing cream or serum to help tame frizz.
Invest in a good hairdryer: Investing in a high-quality hairdryer can make all the difference when it comes to achieving a perfect blowout. Look for a hairdryer with multiple heat and speed settings, as well as a cool shot button. A good hairdryer doesn’t mean you have to spend hundreds of dollars; my drugstore dryer has worked for me for years.
Achieving your dream blowout at home doesn't have to be difficult. By following the steps above and using the tips and tricks provided, you can create a professional-looking blowout without the weekly trip to the salon. Don't be discouraged if you don't get it right the first time - practice makes perfect! With a little patience and some experimentation, you'll soon be able to master the art of the blowout and have fabulous hair every day.
And don’t forget to take good care of your hair in between blowouts. This means using a gentle shampoo and conditioner, avoiding excessive heat styling, and using a deep conditioning treatment once a week to keep your hair healthy and hydrated.
What are your best tips for achieving the perfect at-home blowout? Let me know in the comments below.
