Blow drying is a frequent hair routine for busy women, but it can take a toll on the health of your hair due to heat exposure. The process of washing, blow drying, and styling your hair may achieve your desired look, but it can lead to dryness and breakage. Despite providing a quick solution for fancy hairstyles, blow drying causes a lot of hair damage. Hence, adopting a few cautious blow drying techniques can help you restore your hair’s health.

We at tira have brought to you a curated list of hair damage prevention tips while blow drying. Check them out!

1. Use hair conditioner

Conditioning can enhance the strength and vitality of your hair. If you blow dry your hair frequently, deep conditioning is an excellent solution to revive your dull hair. Applying conditioner throughout your hair’s length, wrapping your hair in a hot towel, and leaving it on for some time before rinsing it off can create a luxurious spa-like experience at home. This will help nourish and revitalise your hair, making it more lustrous and healthy.

2. Towel dry your hair

Blow drying your hair while it is still wet can be damaging because wet hair expands and absorbs water. If you use hot air to dry your hair in this state, the cuticles will contract rapidly, which can cause damage to your hair, making it rough and prone to breakage.

To avoid this, it is recommended to towel dry your hair until it is about 60% to 70% dry before using the blow dryer. This will give your hair more time to adjust and reduce the risk of damage.

3. Avoid vigorous towel drying your hair

Towel-drying your hair incorrectly can be just as harmful as not towel-drying it at all.

Vigorously rubbing your hair with a towel to speed up the drying process can cause your strands to break and damage your hair. To avoid this, gently press the towel against your hair and leave it for a few seconds to absorb the excess water. You can then gently blot and squeeze the towel to expedite the drying process.

4. Don’t forget to use hair serum

Applying a hair-protecting serum before blow drying your hair is an essential tip that should not be overlooked. Before blow drying your hair, it’s imperative to use a hair-protecting serum or spray to shield your hair from heat damage. While it may not completely prevent damage, it can certainly help reduce the amount of damage caused to your hair during blow drying.

3. If possible, air dry your hair

While blow-dried hair may be a desirable look, it’s crucial to give your hair a break from the heat. Whenever possible, allow your hair to air dry while you complete other tasks before styling it. Air drying is generally healthier for your hair and can significantly reduce the risk of hair breakage. So, take a break from blow drying and give your hair a chance to rest and recover before styling it.

4. Cold dry

To enhance the shine of your hair, treat it with cold air after blow drying. Use your fingers to blend the sections of your hair, and apply an anti-frizz serum or moisturiser to add extra shine. If you prefer straight ends, you can use a flat iron, but if you prefer a curly blow dry, you can skip the flat iron altogether.

5. Divide your hair into sections

Before you begin to blow dry your hair, detangle it and divide it into smaller sections based on its length and thickness. Keep in mind that the larger the section, the longer it will take to dry. Use clips to separate the sections, and work on one side of the hair at a time before moving on to the other side. This will make it easier for you to blow dry your hair.

6. Start with lower sections

Avoid setting your blow dryer at the highest temperature and running it all over your hair with a round brush, as this can expose your hair to excessive heat and damage it. To protect your hair from heat damage, blow dry it gently and maintain a suitable distance from your scalp. Start blow drying near the base of the neck and work on small sections at a time. If needed, you can use clips to divide your hair into manageable sections.

6. Go from roots to tips

To properly blow dry your hair, begin with the top section, ensuring that the blow dryer is at least 15 cm away from your scalp. Hold the brush at a 45-degree angle from your scalp, and while running the dryer along the length of your hair with the brush, begin brushing your hair. Curl the bottom of your hair and hold the dryer for a few seconds before proceeding to the next section. A thick round brush is ideal for achieving a salon-like blow dry at home, but you can also use a comb if you prefer.

Blow drying hair may appear to be a simple task, but if it’s not done correctly, it can cause damage to your hair. Follow these tips to get a salon-like blow dry at home.

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