3 quick steps to achieve an in-salon blow dry at home

There is no feeling that matches stepping out of the salon with a bouncy, fresh blow dry to make your friends jealous. But, replicating it at home never gives you the bounce, volume or shine that you desire. We can help change that.

It’s all in the tools you have. You don’t need the most expensive hair dryer or styler to achieve your preferred look, however, picking up a few products or tools will ramp up your hair game from amateur to amazing!

Protection

Protecting your hair is key when it comes to applying heat. With heat repeatedly applied directly to the hair, it can become damaged which is definitely not what you want. Layering heat protection first, followed by a styling product to ensure maximum hold accompanied with the correct type of brush is the recipe for success.

Brush

Selecting the correct brush is essential for the perfect blow dry. The bristles count where smoothness is concerned – they should have natural fibres and be closely spaced together so the hair is smoothed between them as it passes through. A ceramic or metal barrel will heat up during the blow dry process and act like a heated styling tool, resulting in a curl, which is great when you need a bit of bounce. The shape and size of the brush dictates the movement in the final result of your hair. A flatter paddle brush is ideal for straighter looks whereas a large, round brush is better to achieve a curve in your hair. If you want lots of volume and a curl, a smaller, round brush is your best option. Remember – let your hair cool down before brushing through it and secure it with a hold hair spray.

Products

There are some products that should be in everyone’s bathrooms. A medium cork handled bristle brush is a great choice to achieve that bouncy look but to also keep your hair looking smooth and shiny. Pair this with our recommended KMS Thermashape Quick Blow Dry lotion which speeds up the drying time whilst simultaneously protecting your hair from blow dry aggressions.