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QuestionWhat is a hair diffuser and how does it work?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.A hair diffuser is an attachment that you add to a hair dryer to make the flow of air less concentrated so that it can dry curly or wavy hair without disrupting the curl pattern. It works by spreading out the air flow.
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QuestionHow do you use a diffuser for curls?Martin Nepton is a Professional Hair Stylist and Colorist at Bang Bang LA in Los Angeles, California. With over 11 years of experience, Martin specializes in helping clients express their Queer identity through hair. Martin offers personalized haircuts and color and style services with non-gender prices based on hair length. Martin holds a BA from the University of Québec at Montréal and is a Licensed Hair Stylist in California.First, apply a product for curly hair. Then, wrap your curls around your finger to help them form. Slip your finger out, then use the diffuser on them. Work your way around your head. This will give you defined curls.
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QuestionDo all hair diffusers work the same?Martin Nepton is a Professional Hair Stylist and Colorist at Bang Bang LA in Los Angeles, California. With over 11 years of experience, Martin specializes in helping clients express their Queer identity through hair. Martin offers personalized haircuts and color and style services with non-gender prices based on hair length. Martin holds a BA from the University of Québec at Montréal and is a Licensed Hair Stylist in California.No. When you purchase a diffuser, make sure you know what type of hair dryer you have. Many diffusers will work on a variety of hair dryer styles, but some hair dryers will need a certain diffuser
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QuestionDo you put product in your hair before diffusing?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.It's best to apply conditioner to your hair. You might use leave-in conditioner or styling cream so your hair looks its best.
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QuestionHow do you use a diffuser on short hair?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.A diffuser is great for short hair, just comb your hair into your desired style before diffusing. Move the diffuser in circular motions around the head.
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QuestionCan I use the diffuser without hair products?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.You can, but it won’t be as effective. Even if you don’t like a lot of product, add some leave-in conditioner and finish with a little styling cream for best results.
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QuestionWhat products should I use with my diffuser?Martin Nepton is a Professional Hair Stylist and Colorist at Bang Bang LA in Los Angeles, California. With over 11 years of experience, Martin specializes in helping clients express their Queer identity through hair. Martin offers personalized haircuts and color and style services with non-gender prices based on hair length. Martin holds a BA from the University of Québec at Montréal and is a Licensed Hair Stylist in California.You can use curling cream or gel. I usually prefer curling cream because I love the softness of it. You apply it to wet hair—it helps the curl to kick in, but it's not crunchy.
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QuestionDoes diffusing your hair make it curlier?Martin Nepton is a Professional Hair Stylist and Colorist at Bang Bang LA in Los Angeles, California. With over 11 years of experience, Martin specializes in helping clients express their Queer identity through hair. Martin offers personalized haircuts and color and style services with non-gender prices based on hair length. Martin holds a BA from the University of Québec at Montréal and is a Licensed Hair Stylist in California.Yes, and it will help the curl last longer when it's dry. Try lifting the hair from the bottom, then diffuse starting at the scalp. Work section by section, and use low speed and low heat.
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QuestionIf I buy a hair dryer, does the diffuser come in the box or separate?Ayyat KhurramCommunity AnswerIt should come in the box.
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QuestionAre a blow dryer and a hair diffuser the same thing?Community AnswerNo. A diffuser is an attachment that either screws in or clicks on to the business end of a hair dryer.
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QuestionI have slightly wavy hair. Can I use this without curl enhancing cream or mousse and get better enhanced curls?Community AnswerYes! I use with without cream or mousse. I use the CROC Silicone diffuser, it's gentle on hair and it has a slot to insert an oil (Moroccan, coconut, lavender, etc.).
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QuestionI already have a blow dryer. So can I buy a diffuser only?Community AnswerYes. They can be found anywhere you would buy a hair dryer.
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QuestionDoes a hair diffuser dry my hair, or is it used for styling?Community AnswerYou can really use a diffuser for both.
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QuestionWhy does the diffuser pop out of my hairdryer while in use?Community AnswerIt pops out because it probably isn’t clicked or placed in properly. Check on your instructions.
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QuestionWhat happens if I use a diffuser on a higher speed or heat than is recommended?Community AnswerIt will most likely cause frizz.
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QuestionDo I have to use leave in conditioner? Will my hair get damaged if I use normal conditioner?Community AnswerYou don't have to, but it is recommended to use some kind of product as a heat protector. Leave-in conditioner encourages moisture and bounce in wavy and curly hair, which tends to be more dry than straight hair.
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QuestionHow can I refresh wavy hair that’s been slept on?Community AnswerWetting it would be your best option. And to make the waves come up better, scrunch it with your hands.
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