How to get the perfect blow out at home😍

2024/2/16 Edited to

... Read moreOkay, so you've seen the basic steps, but let's really dive deep into how I get that perfect salon blowout at home every single time! It's not just about the tools; it's about the technique and the right products working together. First up, that heat protectant. My original post mentioned it, but let me tell you, it’s a non-negotiable. I always make sure my hair is towel-dried to about 60-70% dry before I even think about applying it. I spray it generously from roots to ends, making sure every strand gets coated. The OCR mentioned a product *specific for blowouts*, and honestly, I look for those! They often have ingredients that not only shield from heat but also help with shine and smoothness, making your blowout look even more professional. Think of it as laying the perfect foundation! Next, the magic of mousse – especially for creating volume and hold. When you're *blow drying hair with mousse*, the application is key. I usually take a golf-ball sized amount (or a little more if my hair is feeling extra thick) and emulsify it in my hands. Then, I apply it mainly to my roots for lift and some through the mid-lengths for body. For a truly bodifying blow dry, like with the Sexy Hair Big Altitude Bodifying Blow Dry Mousse I often use, it transforms fine or limp hair. It’s truly a necessity if you want your style to last beyond an hour or two! I've experimented, and putting hair mousse before blow drying makes a colossal difference in both volume and longevity. Now for the actual at home blowout tutorial part, beyond just grabbing a round brush. After applying my products, I usually rough dry my hair until it's about 80% dry. This cuts down on overall heat exposure and makes styling with the round brush much easier. Then, I section my hair! This is a game-changer. I start with the bottom layers, clipping the rest up. Taking small, manageable sections, I use my round brush, pulling it through with tension from root to tip, following with the hairdryer nozzle pointed downwards. For extra bounce, especially if I'm aiming for a wavy blowout on my medium hair, I'll roll the section up and blast it with a cool shot before gently releasing. This sets the curl and adds incredible shine. Don't rush this step – patience really pays off here! And speaking of products, while I love my go-to mousse, I’ve also heard amazing things about Living Proof blowout spray for speed and smoothness if you're looking for alternatives or additional steps. The beauty is finding what works for your hair type. Finally, a few pro tips for that salon blowout at home: always use a concentrator nozzle on your hairdryer for precision and to reduce frizz. Also, don't use a brush that's too small or too big for your hair length; a good rule of thumb is that the brush diameter should be roughly the same as the length of the section you're working on. And if your blowout starts to fall flat, a little dry shampoo at the roots can revive it for day two. With these detailed steps, you’ll be rocking a gorgeous, salon-quality blowout right from your own bathroom!