There are so many ways to achieve a lazy, yet stylish hairdo that appears effortless. What if you could achieve that bomb, JLaw style to make you look and feel like the put-together, boss woman you are? Learn to nail your own blowout and you’ll be sporting your most luscious locks in no time.
Start in the Shower
There are a few techniques required to properly prep the locks. It all starts with what shampoo and conditioner you use and how you use it. Be sure to use volumizing products. In an article on the blog, “All Things Hair” they discuss in the intro to their list of top volumizing shampoos:
“Volumizing shampoo really does work and when paired with coordinating conditioners you can achieve new levels of volume while simultaneously cleaning your strands.”
Additionally, be sure to apply conditioner only to the bottom half of the hair. Some experts say that conditioners will strip the natural oils on the scalp which will cause the oil balance throughout the hair to be off.
Finally, be sure to rinse with cool water will lock in moisture and seal the cuticle.
Maintain the Mane
Dry Before You (Blow) Dry: When it comes to blowouts, your hair will never have that glossy, smooth finish if you style sopping wet hair. According to Ryan Richman, an LA-based celebrity stylist, using a soft towel or even a t-shirt is a great way to gently wick away moisture (which also saves drying time).
Products, Products, Products: Before you bring on the heat, be sure to feed those precious locks with styling balm or creme. A balm is good to give your hair some form while a creme assures your hair is smooth and frizz-free. Finally, always protect your hair from heat damage with products like L’Oreal’s blowout spray.
Brush With Care: Just as you need to remove excess moisture from your hair before applying heat, brushing wet hair can cause intense breakage. The Wet Brush Original is a great option that won’t break the bank and assures a gentle, effective brush.
Let’s Do It
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Finally, it’s time to give it a go. I assure you, with practice and familiarity in what products are best for your unique hair and style, you’ll soon be sporting a super do. Here are some tools celebrity hairstylist Charles Baker Strahan recommends.
A Ceramic Blowdryer: “Ceramic and ion technologies help polish the cuticle layer for a smooth and sleek look,” Strahan says. The high heat features allow for a fast, smooth dry without losing moisture in the hair. This product can be pricey, but trust me, it’s worth it.
A Boar Bristle Brush: Strahan mentions a boar bristle brush allows for the greatest tension to really smooth those cuticles and overcome frizz. This brush by Goody is a cheap way to achieve top results.
A Diffuser: Although the diffuser is best known to tame the curliest of hair, Strahan claims it is also another way to decrease frizz by funneling the hair in one directionand drying the hair stick straight.
All in all, it’s totally possible for you to reach salon status in a faster, cheaper, and more convenient way. Sitting in a chair takes time and the costs of each session add up. However, if you stick with these tips and tricks, you’ll be looking totally fab, even on the busiest of days.
