Who doesn’t love a DIY salon-perfect blowout, right? However, achieving the perfect hair blowout isn’t easy when you do not know the right tips and tricks. Certain blow-drying mistakes easily result in leaving the hair flat, frizzy and even damaged in some cases. Unlike in salons, blow drying at home requires a little more hard work as you need to do every step on your own. But with the knowledge of the common errors to avoid and the tricks to adapt, you can achieve stunning results.
The Vega range of hair dryers is designed with user-friendly features to elevate their usage for all. They are perfect for use at home and on the go to create stunning blow dry along with a series of hairstyles without having to visit a salon. Achieve flawless blow-dry results and ensure that you avoid these common blow-drying mistakes to flaunt a professional-looking finish.
Using the Wrong Hair Brush
There’s a reason for the availability of various types of hair brushes – to suit hair brushing needs for different hair types. Along with that, they also play a crucial role in achieving results in your hair blowouts at home. For instance, choosing a round brush with the wrong barrel size will not give you the results you are looking for and using a flat brush won’t add volume to your hair. Here’s how you can choose the right hair brush:
- Use paddle brush for thick and long hair.
- Choose a large barrel for long hair and a small barrel for short hair.
- Use a vented brush if your hair is wet for quick drying and styling.
Not Detangling or Sectioning Hair
While ensuring that your hair is clean, you must also detangle it properly. This step helps in creating a smoother base that works to achieve the desired results with added shine more effectively. Vega hair brushes such as paddle brushes, cushion brushes, round brushes, flat brushes, detangle brushes and more are carefully designed to smoothly detangle hair with less hair breakage. Their nylon ball tips offer a gentle brushing experience while the air cushion base protects the scalp and hair follicles. The brushes also feature an ergonomic handle and are ideal for everyday hair grooming.
Additionally, after detangling your hair, make sure that you divide it into different sections. If you have thicker and longer hair, make more sections for easy hair drying and styling. Sectioning hair also results in even drying and a polished finish. For effective results, start drying from the bottom layers of your hair and work your way up.
Blow-Drying in the Wrong Direction
One of the major reasons that creates frizz is blow-drying hair in the wrong direction. For instance, blow-drying in the upward direction or randomly while drying hair can create frizz by disrupting the natural flow of the hair cuticle. Here are some tips to blow dry:
- Always use the nozzle attachment of a hair dryer, especially if your hair is easily prone to frizz.
- Aim the nozzle downward along the hair shaft, and not upwards.
- Use a hairbrush to smoothen the cuticle and reduce frizz.
For more effective and easy hair drying and styling, you can try the Vega LitStyle L3 Volumizer Hair Dryer Brush which dries and styles hair in one go! With Tourmaline Ceramic Barrel for even heat distribution with minimum frizz, 360° Airflow Vent Design for even airflow from all sides, Balled Tipped Nylon Bristles for gentle brushing and compact size among other features, this is definitely a must-buy for quick and easy hair drying and styling in one go.
Holding the Dryer Too Close
One of the major reasons for excessive hair dryness and damage is the use of a hair dryer very close to the hair. When placed too close, it can also cause burns to the hair. Hence, the ideal way to use a hair dryer is by holding it at least 5-6 inches away from your hair. Additionally, do not blow dry hair by positioning it in one place for a long time. Instead, you must make controlled movements from top to end. This helps deliver even heat throughout the hair length, prevents the chances of hot spots and also protects from overheating damage.
Using the Wrong Heat & Speed Setting
Vega hair dryers come with different heat and speed settings to cater to different hair types and their styling needs. The common mistake that many people tend to make is using high heat with the intention to quickly dry hair. However, this shouldn’t be the process, especially if you have fine hair. Instead, here’s what you must follow:
- Use low heat for fine or damaged hair.
- Use medium to high heat for thick or coarse hair.
- Use cool shot to seal the cuticles and set hairstyle.
Using the Wrong Hair Dryer Attachments
Along with nozzle attachments of different sizes, hair dryers also come with other attachments. They each offer their own benefits to different hair types and styling requirements. The Vega Blow Pro 2200-2400W Hair Dryer with a combination of 4 heat and 2 speed settings features 3 attachments to elevate hair drying and styling needs for all. Here’s how they work:
- Diffuser Attachment: Perfect for those with textured hair such as waves and curls, a diffuser works like magic to dry and style hair with the scrunch technique. It elevates the curls or waves and adds volume.
- Nozzle Attachment: This attachment provides a focused airflow to the targeted areas of hair to effectively smoothen hair while controlling static and reducing frizz.
- Comb Nozzle Attachment: For effortless detangling hair while drying, the comb nozzle works to precisely dry and smoothen hair, reducing usage time.
Key Takeaway
Avoiding these common DIY blow-dry mistakes can make a huge difference. Additionally, ensure that you regularly clean your hair dryer, depending upon your use, and store it in a pouch or closed space. A clogged filter can reduce the airflow and eventually, its efficiency, which can automatically result in longer drying times along with overheating. With the right blow drying techniques and Vega hair dryers, you can achieve salon-worthy hair from the comfort of your home and on the go!
