The secret of safe drying is good timing and every second counts. The ideal way is to pat it with a towel and let it dry naturally, but this is not always convenient! The obvious alternative is to use a dryer, and it is not the dryer which can cause damage to your hair but the way you use it. Overuse of the hairdryer can rob the hair of precious moisture, leaving it dry, dull and brittle.
Here are a few simple steps to use your dryer quickly and safely:
towel drying
the right hairdryer
using the hairdryer
finishing off
adding volume
towel drying
Press your hair with a towel to remove excess moisture. Follow by gently removing tangles with a wide-toothed comb, starting at the ends.
the right hairdryer
It should have separate controls for temperature and speed. Special diffuser attachments spread the heat over a wider area, the wider the attachment the better. However, for fast drying dont use the attachment.
using the hairdryer
Hold the hair dryer about 6 inches away. Dry the back and sides of your head first and work towards the crown and front. Start on a high speed and high temperature and as the hair begins to dry gradually reduce the heat. If you use a brush for styling, choose one made of soft, pliable plastic and use it gently.
finishing off
When the hair is almost dry, turn down the heat and reduce the speed. Check the hair constantly. Do not over-dry your hair - stop when your hair is just dry. That extra few seconds of heat can dry out the moisture and lead to dullness, breakage and split ends.
adding volume
If you have limp, thin or straight hair, as you finish drying, bend over, still using the hairdryer, let your hair hang down towards the floor. Gently brush or comb your hair in this direction with the dryer following behind. This improves scalp circulation and generally increases volume and body.
