Blow dry brushes have been gaining popularity in recent months. Elevating your hair routine to achieve salon-quality results has never been easier and you can do it all from the comfort of your own home. These versatile tools are a game-changer. Whether you're a beauty enthusiast or just someone who loves a good hair day, understanding blow dry brushes can elevate your styling game. Dive into our informative guide and discover everything you need to know about hair dryer brushes and how they can revolutionise your at-home styling routine.
What is a Blow Dry Brush?
Blow dry brushes, also known as hot brushes or hair dryer brushes, are a hybrid tool combining the functionality of a blow dryer with the styling capabilities of a brush. These innovative devices feature heated bristles that help to smoothen, volumize, and style your hair all at once, cutting down the styling time and delivering impressive results.
One of the ultimate hot brushes is the BaByliss PRO Titanium Expression Big Hair Pro, which will allow you to achieve dramatic shape, volume and shine, all in one use. It has a 50mm brush barrel and combines titanium with super ionic conditioners to deliver a perfect blow-dry finish, reducing flyaways and enhancing shine. The Revlon Professional Styler One-Step Style Booster is a slightly smaller alternative with a 38mm brush barrel. It’s lightweight design makes it easy to handle, whilst delivering incredible salon-quality results.
Which Brush is Best for Blow Drying Hair?
With a variety of blow dry brushes available, considering a number of factors is important to ensure you buy the right one for you. Here are some key criteria to consider:
Brush size and shape: Larger brushes are ideal for creating volume and waves, while smaller brushes work best for precision styling and smoothing.
Bristle type: Nylon bristles are great for detangling, while boar bristles add shine and reduce frizz.
Heat settings: Multiple heat settings offer versatility for different hair types and styling needs.
Can You Use a Blow Dry Brush on Wet Hair?
Hair dryer brushes are designed to be used on damp hair, not soaking wet hair. For optimal results, towel-dry your hair first to remove excess moisture prior to using the brush. This helps the brush to work more effectively and reduces the time needed to dry and style your hair.
Do Heat Brushes Damage Hair?
While all heated hair devices carry some risk of heat damage, blow dry brushes are designed to do minimal damage. Most newer features use advanced technologies like ionic and ceramic coatings that help distribute heat evenly and reduce frizziness.
Do Hot Brushes Work on Short Hair too?
Hot brushes are a great option for both long and short hair. They can enhance volume, eliminate frizz, and create a range of looks. Whether you're aiming for sleek straight locks or soft subtle curls, a hot brush is an excellent choice for shorter styles.
Does a Blowout Brush Straighten Hair?
Blowout brushes are versatile tools that can smooth and straighten hair to a certain extent. However, if you’re looking for pin-straight results, you might need to use a flat iron in addition to the blowout brush. The key is to use the blowout brush to add volume and style, and then finish with a flat iron if you desire a sleek, straight look.
What Products Are Useful for Blow Dry Brushes?
To get the most out of your blow dry brush, pairing it with the right products is essential.
Heat Protectant Sprays
In order to give your hair further protection, you can use heat protectant products that reduce the damage significantly. The Kérastase Defense Thermique: Anti Hair-Fall Fortifying Blow-Dry Fluid 150ml protects against heat up to 230C. Its unique and innovative formula strengthens weakened hair that is prone to breaking or falling out by 99.3%. Another fantastic option is the Redken Heat Styling Quick Blowout Heat Protection Spray , a professional-grade product designed to protect your hair from heat damage whilst simultaneously speeding up the blow-drying process.
Volumizing Mousse: Helps add body and bounce to your hair.
Volumizing mousse can be a great addition to a haircare regime that uses a blow dry brush, as it can optimise your styling results, providing enhanced volume, texture, and overall hair health. One of our personal favourites is the Philip Kingsley Styling Volumizing Froth Root Lift Mousse, which gives hair a boost, whilst keeping it subtle and shiny.
Smoothing Serums and Oils: Reduce frizz and add shine.
Alternatively, you could opt for a serum-in-creme, like Bumble and bumble Repair Blow Dry which helps seal split ends and also protects against heat, breakage and UV damage.
We also love the L'Anza Keratin Healing Oil Smooth Down Spray 10, which blends together four unique, wildcrafted plant oils to promote exceptional levels of radiance for all hair types.
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