How to Create Salon-Worthy Blowouts at Home

Achieving a salon-quality blowout at home might seem like a daunting task, but with the right techniques and tools, you can create stunning, voluminous hair without ever stepping foot in a salon. At Keva Hair Care in Coimbatore, we understand the importance of looking your best every day. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps to achieve a flawless blowout, as well as answer some frequently asked questions to help you master the art of blow-drying and right shampoo.

Step-by-Step Guide to a Perfect Blowout at Home

Step: Start with Clean, Conditioned Hair

• Shampoo and Condition: Use a right shampoo and conditioner suitable for your hair type. For a sleek blowout, opt for products that provide moisture and shine.
• Towel Dry: Gently towel dry your hair to remove excess water. Avoid rubbing your hair vigorously, as this can cause frizz and breakage.

Step: Apply Heat Protectant

• Protect Your Hair: Apply a heat protectant spray or serum evenly through your damp hair. This step is crucial to shield your hair from the damaging effects of heat styling.

Step: Pre-Dry Your Hair

• Rough Dry: Use your blow dryer on a medium heat setting to rough dry your hair until it’s about 80% dry. This will cut down on the time needed to style your hair and reduce heat exposure.

Step: Section Your Hair

• Divide and Conquer: Divide your hair into manageable sections. Typically, you should create four to six sections depending on the thickness of your hair. Clip each section up to keep it out of the way.

Step: Choose the Right Brush

• Round Brush: Use a round brush with boar or nylon bristles for added shine and volume. The size of the brush should correspond to the length of your hair – larger brushes for longer hair and smaller brushes for shorter hair.

Step: Blow-Dry Each Section

• Work in Sections: Starting with one section, place the round brush under your hair near the roots. Point the blow dryer nozzle downwards to avoid frizz and slowly move the brush and dryer down the length of your hair.
• Curl the Ends: For added volume, curl the ends of your hair around the brush and hold the blow dryer over them for a few seconds.

Step: Cool Down

• Cool Shot: Once you’ve finished drying each section, use the cool shot button on your blow dryer to set the style. This will help lock in the volume and smoothness.

Step: Add Finishing Touches

• Serum or Oil: Apply a small amount of smoothing serum or oil to your hair to tame any flyaways and add shine.
• Hairspray: Lightly mist your hair with a flexible hold hairspray to keep your blowout in place without making it stiff.

Tips for a Lasting Blowout

1. Avoid Humidity: Humidity is the enemy of a good blowout. Try to stay in air-conditioned environments or use an anti-humidity spray to keep frizz at bay.
2. Sleep Smart: Use a silk pillowcase to reduce friction while you sleep and preserve your blowout longer.
3. Touch Up: Use a dry shampoo or perfect hair cosmetics to refresh your roots and a flat iron or curling iron to touch up any areas that have lost their shape.