How to blow dry (hair dry)like A proThe perfect blow dry. How is it you can’t really look as puttogether as you do when you leave the salon after aprofessional blow dry? Is there a way to achieving the perfectblowout or is it impossible? Actually, it is as long as youfollow the right steps.

A good blow dry can last several days, especially if you alsoshampoo your hair with the correct one.Once you learn how todo it the right way and you take your time, you should be ableto keep the look for several days. Use a dry shampoo inbetween to keep the greasiness at bay.Time Required: 10-25minutes, depending on length and thickness of hair

Start with freshly-washed hair. If you have dry hair,1.condition in the shower. If you have fine hair,condition only the ends. Blot hair — never rub — with atowel to get rid of excess moisture. You can’t do ablowout with super wet hair or it will take forever. Tokeep your blow-out intact over several days, make sureto rinse hair thoroughly after you wash to get out anyconditioner residue.Apply product to towel-dried hair. A good styling2.product is key to the perfect blowout. It adds body tofine, limp hair, while women with thick, curly hair needto keep the frizzies at bay. Plus, products actuallykeep hair from getting oily. Spritz damp locks with avolumnizer spray or mousse before blowing hair dry.Thesecret is to coat every strand of hair with product.Ifyou have dry hair, work in a leave-in conditioner, astraightening balm or shine serum. Start by coating theends, working your way up the hair shaft. Finish bycombing the product through hair.NOTE: Stay away fromgels.

Pre-dry hair and blow dry your bangs. You can’t do a1.blowout with super wet hair or it will take longer. Youhave a couple options to pre-dry your hair. Your goal isto get hair to 75 to 80 percent dry, which is optimalwhen it comes to a blow dry. You can either let hair airdry until it’s 75% dry, or, if you are short on time,use a dryer to remove excess moisture before you startthe blow dry. Simply dry hair all over being as messyand mussy as you want. Bend over at the waist to getboost at the roots.Separate hair into sections. Divide combed hair into2.sections and secure with clips or ponytail holders.Ifyou have super thick or heavy hair, try dividing each ofyour sections. One above the other helps manage theblowout. Leave out a section to start with.Start with your fingers.Stylists know the secret to the3.perfect blowout is to start with your fingers. Pull yourfingers through hair starting at the roots. Pull hairout a few inches and hold it while you use the dryer toshoot air at the crown on down. “A brush can only get soclose in,” says Toronto stylist Matthew Collins,on thesocial TV. Collins suggests holding hair super taut,“otherwise, moisture stays in the hair shaft and frizzesit up.”Move on the round brush. Now that your roots are dry,4.it’s time to move on to a round-barreled brush (TonyRicci prefer a mix of boar and synthetic bristles). Pullthe brush through hair as you blowdry, pointing thenozzle downward onto hair 2-3 inches away. NAHAwinner Tony Ricci likes to start with the ends, becausethey tend to dry fastest.Pull hair super taut as you dry.As you pull the brush5.through hair, follow the brush with the dryer. I loveCollins tip on the social, “Imagine there’s a point sixinches in front of your nose. Stretch the hair towardthat point as you dry. It sounds crazy, but when you’redone, the tips won’t flip under or up — they’ll just

sort of fan out over your shoulders.”Lock in style with the “cool button.”The last step for6.each section is to pull hair taut with the brush andblast it with cool air from your dryer. You can alsoeach dried section up in a Velcro roller.Continue through all sections until hair is dry.7.Finish off with a serum.8.

Blow like A ProDo you remember the glow inyour hair after your stylistblow-dried it? How healthy andshiny your hair looked! Blow-drying results at home are notalways that gorgeous.Actually, proper blow-dryingis not all that difficult. Wehave gathered for you all thebest tips step-by-stepinstructions with our top hairstylist Matthew Collins makessure that you blow-dry yourhair like the professionals

The proper blow-drying technique is gentle on your hairand leaves the hair with plenty of bounce Above all, itis important to use the right kind of blow dryer such asthe kadori LIA . You should be able to adjust thetemperature and the air stream. At least two settingsshould be available including a low-temperature setting.

The hair structure may be damaged if you blow-dry hair

too long or use the high temperature setting. Theresults may be dry, brittle hair with split ends and anirritated scalp.

What We Need For Best ResultsThese styling aids help you blow-dry your hair safelyand properly: kadori LIA 2500x ,Heat protection spray, apaddle brush, a diffuser attachment for your blow dryer.

Blow-Drying TipsWe have gathered 10 tricks of the trade, which ensuregentle and proper blow-drying with gorgeous results.Your hair will be healthy and shiny!

1. If at all possible, don’t use the high heat settingsof your blow-dryer. The air stream should feelcomfortable on the back of your hand.

2. Keep your distance! Keep the hair dryer at least 8inches away from your hair.

3. If your hair is fine you should set the air stream tolow. Otherwise, you may end up with tangles in yourhair.

4. Blow-dry every individual hair strand from the rootsto the ends. This technique provides smooth cuticlelayers, which are the basis for healthy, shiny, andwell-protected hair.

5. You should keep the blow-dryer moving constantly toavoid applying too much heat in a single spot. Werecommend dividing the hair in several portions andsecuring the strands with large hair clips or grips.

6. Most of us have to somehow live with the morning

rush. Whenever you must speed up drying your hair use ahigher setting for the air stream, not for the heat.

7. Always use a heat protectant. These products helpprevent blow-drying damage.

8. Try not to blow-dry your hair immediately afterwashing . Ideally, you should allow your hair to firstdry for 15 minutes under a towel turban. This saveseffort and also cuts down on the hair exposure to theblow-dryer.

9. The diffuser attachment of your blow-dryer spreadsout a more even air stream. This also prevents exposingindividual strands of hair to too much heat.

10. Once you are done blow-drying your hair, brieflyapply a stream of cool air. This cooling step gives yourhair more elasticity.

Braided Halo for Long HairBun

halo hair bun

Here is how to:Make 2 braids, on on each side, towards the back of the headand pretty high up. Flip the braids up and tie them once, sothat the ends hang down the opposite side. Stick a couple pinsin there, where the braids feel loose. Be sure to pin thesides, where the braid ends overlap the opposite braid.Takethe ends of the braids, pull them up and overlap them acrossthe top of the head again. Add more pins as needed. Now takethe ends of your braids, and tuck them in and under your braidhalo, so that they are hidden. Add more pins as needed. Yourbraids should look like a halo! Let the rest of your hairhang wild and free or put it in a pony tail.

Prom looks 2015Prom is one of the most memorable occasions in a high schoolteens life. The dress, the shoes, the date, and of course thehair have to be just right! Why not try doing your hairyourself?

The Sleek Side PonyA great side pony can be the perfect way to complement anawesome color or a beautiful side bang. It’s also nice becauseit creates elegance while keeping your hair out of your faceso you can dance the night away without having to worry aboutyour hair frizzing out!

How to Style:

1. Start with dry hair, parted to the preferred side. Ifdesired, leave out bangs.

2. Secure your hair to one side with a hair tie. Ideally, thehair tie should be the color of your hair or clear.

3. Before curling, spray each section with a light holdhairspray or a working spray. Using a 1 inch Kadori curlingwands, or 1 and 1/4 inch kadori curling iron, (it will varydepending on the length of your hair and your preferenceregarding the tightness of curls) curl sections of theponytail.

4. Take a section of hair and wrap it tightly around theponytail holder. The end of this section of hair can either betucked in the ponytail holder or secured with a bobby pin.

5. Style bangs as desired.

6. Spray everything with a finishing spray.

Recommended Products:

Kadori 2-in-1 curling irons with ceramic tourmalinetechnology.

Best Face Shape and Hair Type:

This style really works well for any hair type. This is agreat style if you have hair that tends to get frizzy and“poofy”. This style will allow it to be secured back all nightand will elongate a square face shape.

Tip: I often prefer my clients to have “day old” hair whenthey are coming in for a formal style. This allows the hair tohave a bit more grit to work with and prevents it from beingoverly slippery. It can also allow a style to hold better thanit would with clean hair.

The Wave StunnerThis timeless style has gained extra popularity in the pastfew years. It has become a total hit for all hair types andoccasions. With a stunning prom dress and the perfectaccessories, this simple style will complete the look. Thebigger the hair, the better!

How to Style:

1. After washing your hair, prep it with a root boosting sprayor mousse.

2. Dry your hair using a Kadori LIA hair dryer and paddlebrush and over directing your hair to create volume.

3. Secure most of your hair back, leaving a section to begincurling. Spray each section with a working hairspray.

4. If you have curly, frizzy hair that needs more than just ablowdry to smooth it out, run your kadori ceramic flat ironover the top two inches of your hair, closest to the root.

5. Depending on your preference regarding tightness of curls,begin curling each section with either a 1 and 1/4 inch Kadoricurling iron or a 1 and 1/2 inch kadori curling iron. (Thebigger the iron the looser the curl).

6. After each section has been curled, run your fingersthrough your hair for an even softer look.

7. Finish with a light finishing spray.

Recommended Products:

Kadori LIA hair dryer, Kadori ceramic flat iron, Kadoricurling irons

Best Face Shape and Hair Type:

This style will soften harsh jaw lines and complement a fullerface shape. Thick, coarse hair will hold these curlsbeautifully.

Tip:

If you have finer hair that doesn’t hold curl very well, youwill want to use a smaller curling iron. The curls may looktoo tight at first, but by the time you get to the dance thecurls will have fallen a little and be just perfect! Also, ifyou have fine hair, skip step 6.

The HottieThe half up half down hairstyle is a timeless classic that canbe dressed up or dressed down in an instant. This specificstyle offers an elegant twist on an everyday favorite.

How to Style:

1. Begin with dry hair.

2. Secure hair back and leave out a section to begin curling

with a 1 and 1/4 inch Kadori curling iron. Curl each sectionof hair.

3. Separate a section on the top of your hair that spansapproximately 4-5 inches. This is the “Mohawk” section of yourhair.

4. Begin back combing the top Mohawk section of your hair.

5. When you have the height that is desired on the top of yourhair, secure the section back using bobby pins.

6. Take a large section of hair on either side of your head,smooth them out with a brush, and secure each side back withbobby pins.

7. When the top and sides of your hair are secured back, beginpinning the loose pieces of hair up to cover the bobby pinsthat are visible from pinning the top and sides. (This can bea bit messy with no specific rhyme or reason!)

8. Spray everything with a medium to strong hold hairspray.

Recommended Products:

For this style you will need plenty of body and height on top.If you have fine hair, try backcombing after you have sprayeda bit of dry shampoo on your roots. It will give you thatextra oomph that you are looking for!

Best Face Shape and Hair Type:

This hairstyle will elongate a rounder face shape and willwork best for people with thicker hair.

The Braided BeautyAlthough this style will test your braiding skills, it’s verysimple to achieve and creates a look of sophistication and

class. Another plus about this style? The braid in the frontkeeps it out of your face and thus there’s no risk of anymakeup getting smudged or frizz framing your face!

How to Style:

1. Begin with dry hair.

2. Using a comb, section out a two inch band of the hairaround your face. Secure the rest of your hair back.

3. Part your hair where desired.

4. Begin braiding on either side of the part. After you haveFrench braided the 2 inch sections on either side of yourface, secure the end of the braid with a small rubber band.(It doesn’t have to look pretty, as you will be pinning thebraids back and securing them with bobby pins later on.)

5. Curl the remaining hair that is not in the braids. A 1 and1/4 inch Kadori curling iron will do the trick!

6. Pin the braids on either side with bobby pins. I wouldrecommend hiding the pins underneath some curls. Remove theponytail holders from the braids. Curl the ends of the braidsthat may now not be braided since you have removed theponytail holders.

7. Finish by spraying everything with a light finishing spray.

Recommended Products:

If you have extra fine hair, I would suggest spraying thesection that will be braided with a light working spray, likeSpray and Play by Big Sexy Hair. This will give your hair abit more “grit” and allow you to get a better grip on pieceswhile French braiding!

Best Face Shape and Hair Type:

Fine or thick hair will work well for this style. It would

complement someone with a small forehead.

Tip:

When doing a French braid like this, you may want to work withday old hair. By not washing your hair on the big day, youallow some natural oils to build up which will help the braidsstay better.

You’re Probably Using YourCurling Iron Wrong!#1: Not Prepping Your Hair

In order to get a good curl, you need to prep your hair first.“It’s like building a house,” says celebrity hairstylistMatthew Collins. “You have to create a good foundation for itto hold.” To do this use a heat-protecting product it’simportant to prevent damage, then blow-dry your haircompletely. Collins also suggests using a styling glaze pre-ironing he likes Kerastase or Loreal professional.

#2: Curling Your Hair in the Wrong DirectionMake your desired part before you start curling, as this willhelp determine which way you curl the hair. For a more naturallook, you’ll want to curl your hair away from your face. Thismeans winding the hair down and around the barrel of thecurling iron in a clockwise direction.

#3: Using an Iron That’s Too LargeYou might own different-sized curling irons, thinking you need

many sizes to achieve a range of tighter or looser curls. Thetruth is, you really only need 3. “You can do a everystyle with a 3/4-inch, one-inch and 1.5-inch barrel” says TonyRicci .

#4: Curling Too Much Hair at a TimeWhile taking a slightly larger section of hair may provide youwith a looser wave, curling too much hair at a time isn’t agood idea, either, says Daniel Benoit. You won’t get an evendistribution of heat throughout that section, which can causeyour curls to do a disappearing act. For the most naturallook, wrap small sections of hair around the barrel of youriron.

#5: Buying a Curling Iron That’s on ClearanceIf you curl your hair frequently, you should invest in a goodiron with a ceramic heaters and tourmaline barrel.(such as thekadori curling wands) Also, there’s a difference betweenspring hinge irons and Marcel handle with a swivel handle.Even though it might see the stylist using it, DanielNaumovski recommends going for a spring Kadori curlingirons because the clip on a regular spring can cause unwantedcreases in your curls. The Kadori curling iron can also standin for those wand-like curling irons with no clip at all—justwind your hair around the iron and hold it by the ends.Daniel recommends leaving the ends out of the iron completelyto get a more natural “undone” look.

#6: Holding Your Hair in the Iron Too LongObvious alert: Curling irons are hot. Kadori irons can reachup to 450°F, which can cause some serious damage, depending onyour hair’s condition and texture. DerrickRutherford recommends using a low or medium setting on finer,more fragile hair and leaving your hair wrapped around it forno more than two to three seconds. You can use the hottestsetting if your hair is strong, coarse, and thick, but becareful not to leave it on any longer than you need to.

At last, make sure to remember that many curly styles can becreated by using variations on these techniques. If you have aspecific look in mind that you want to achieve, ask yourstylist to show you how to recreate it the next time you visitthe salon. They’ll appreciate the chance to give you atutorial, and you’ll get a hairstyle that works with yourspecific cut and texture.

Fishtail braid – WeddingslookFishtail braids are one of our faves braid in this tutorial we will show you how

Braid Tutorial

This braid tutorial is perfect for work , proms or weddings.The added detail in the fishtail is really pretty.

It’s also a gorgeous style to wear any day, even just withjeans on the weekend. we love the contrast of wearing adetailed hairstyle with a simple outfit.

Fishtail braids take a little longer to do than regularbraids. If you’re new to braiding, this style will test yourarm muscles for sure. Keep practising though and you will getthere. it’s worth it, for both the strong arms and awesomehair.

What you need:

Clear hair elasticBobby pins

Step-by-step hair tutorial:Part your hair where you like. you can do a centre part1.or side part instead. Brush your hair to remove anyknots before you braid.Take an inch section next to your part to begin your2.braid. Split this section into two. The reverse fishtailis a process of crossing small pieces of hair under fromone section and combining it with the other section.The start of this braid is also a Dutch fishtail braid.3.As well as being a reverse fishtail braid, it also hashair added as you braid towards your ear.Take a small piece of hair from the outside of the right4.section and cross it under and combine it with theinside of the left section. Then pick up a small pieceof hair from next to your braid. Cross it under theright section and combine it with the left section.Repeat on the other side. Take a small piece of hair5.from the outside of the left section and bring it underand combine it with the inside of the right section.Then pick up a small piece of hair from your hairlinenext to your braid. Cross it under the left section andcombine it with the right section.BRAIDING TIP: To keepmyself on track with this braid, I like to say out loud“outside to inside”. This reminds me to bring hair from

the outside under to the inside of the other section.Remember it takes a few sections to see your braid come6.together. Keep going! You need to cross pieces of hairfrom the outside under to the inside and also add insmall sections of hair from next to the braid.Once you reach your ear, stop adding in hair. Continue7.with just the reverse fishtail braid.Continue braiding until the braid reaches the back of8.your head. Secure the end of your braid with a small,clear hair elastic.Stretch out your braid! This is super important to9.really make it look thick and emphasise the braid.Pin your braid up at the back. Lift hair out of the way10.and pin your braid at the back of your head. Place yourhair back over to cover the ends of your braid.

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