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  • Question
    Is blow drying good for the hair?
    Courtney Foster
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Courtney Foster is a Licensed Cosmetologist, Certified Hair Loss Practitioner, and Cosmetology Educator based out of New York City. Courtney runs Courtney Foster Beauty, LLC and her work has been featured on The Wendy Williams Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Late Show with David Letterman, and in East/West Magazine. She received her Cosmetology License from the State of New York after training at the Empire Beauty School - Manhattan.
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    If you're using a blow dryer correctly, it's neither good nor bad. It's more of a cosmetic thing to make sure that your hair is styled the way you want. Hair can kind of dry in a funny way if you don't blow dry your hair, so it's a good idea to blow dry your hair if you're going for a specific style.
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    Does blow drying hair make it straight?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    You can make hair straight with a dryer. This works best with a boar bristle brush or a comb that can provide tension while you're drying. A straightening balm also helps.
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    What products should I use to blow dry my hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    This depends on the result you are trying to achieve. Mousse is great for creating volume, while a straightening balm or gel is great for smoothing.
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    How do you straighten your hair with a blow dryer and comb?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Use the comb to pull the hair out straight and follow closely behind it with the dryer. Always work roots to ends with the dryer pointing down the hair shaft.
  • Question
    What does blow drying your hair do?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Blow drying can straighten your hair or it can enhance curl. It can also add volume. It all depends on the products and technique that you use.
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    What should I put on my hair before blow drying?
    Gina Almona
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Gina Almona is the Owner of Blo It Out, a New York City-based hair salon. With over 20 years of beauty training experience, Gina's work has been featured in People Magazine, Time Out New York, and Queens Scene. She has been able to keep a fresh perspective in the industry by demonstrating and participating in trade shows and workshops like the International Beauty Show. She received her cosmetology training from the Long Island Beauty School, Astoria.
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    Always apply a thermal protectant first. If you'd like to get more volume, blow-dry your hair upside down while using a root boost or volumizing spray.
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    How do I make my hair not frizzy after blow-drying?
    Gina Almona
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Gina Almona is the Owner of Blo It Out, a New York City-based hair salon. With over 20 years of beauty training experience, Gina's work has been featured in People Magazine, Time Out New York, and Queens Scene. She has been able to keep a fresh perspective in the industry by demonstrating and participating in trade shows and workshops like the International Beauty Show. She received her cosmetology training from the Long Island Beauty School, Astoria.
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Expert Answer
    Proper product application and proper tools will help avoid frizz. Always use a thermal protectant, and use a blow dryer with a nozzle.
  • Question
    Should you let your hair air dry before blow drying?
    Drew Hawkins1
    Community Answer
    You do want your hair to be partially dry before you blowdry it so it's not as frizzy and doesn't take as long to blowdry. You can let your hair air dry for a bit before you blowdry it, or you can use a towel to blot it so it's not sopping wet. If you do use a towel, avoid rubbing, squeezing, or twisting your hair, which can damage it.
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