Most clients want their hair to dry faster. As a stylist, you can provide valuable services that inspire and educate your clients. For example, you can tell them not to aim a blow-dryer at soaking-wet hair and start drying vigorously. This takes too much heat and time, and it damages the hair. What is the fastest way to blow dry hair? Here are tips to speed up the drying process and keep the hair shiny and healthy.
1. Start with towel-dried hair
Gently squeeze out excess water with a towel before using a blow dryer. This will help reduce drying time.
2. Use a microfiber towel
Microfiber towels help absorb water more effectively than regular towels, reducing drying time.
3. Use a heat protectant spray
Apply a heat protectant spray to your hair before blow-drying. This helps minimize damage from the heat.
4. Use a right hair dryer
Invest in a good-quality hair dryer with high wattage. Higher wattage dryers tend to be more powerful, providing faster drying times. If possible, try a high speed blow dryer. It offers fast drying experience not by heating, but super speedy airflow. This prevents your hair from heat damage.
5. Divide your hair into sections
Sectioning your hair allows you to dry it more efficiently. Start with the bottom layers, working your way up to the top. Use hair clips or hair ties to keep the sections separated.
6. Use a round brush
When blow-drying, use a round brush to add volume and control. Lift sections of hair with the brush as you blow-dry, directing the airflow from the roots to the ends.
7. Use the cool shot button
After drying each section, finish with a blast of cold air using the cool shot button on your hair dryer. This helps set the style and adds shine.
8. Avoid using high heat settings
While it might be tempting to use the highest heat setting for faster drying, it can damage your hair. Opt for the medium heat or lower setting, and adjust as needed.
In Conclusion
To achieve a fast blow-dry, you need to do three things. Prepare properly, use the right tools, and use effective skills. First, towel-dry your hair and use a microfiber towel to get rid of extra moisture. Next, apply a heat protectant spray and use a high-powered hair dryer with a round brush. This will speed up the drying process and minimize damage. Also, divide your hair into sections and use the cool shot button on your dryer to help you dry your hair quickly. But be careful not to use high heat settings because they can damage your hair. By following these tips, you can blow-dry your hair quickly without harming it.