Hair Care
How to Air Dry Your Hair Without Looking Like a Hot MessDitch your hot tools and master the art of air-drying your hair |
Do This Post-Shower Don't even think about using your regular towel to dry your hair. You want a supersoft cotton towel or even a t-shirt, which will soak up moisture without making your hair frizzier. Williams says to gently wrap your hair into a turban, and leave it for about two minutes to soak up water. When you unwrap it, gently pat your hair dry (repeat after me: do not rub your hair dry).
Then, begin layering your products. "Layering means to begin with stylers that need to be applied closest to the scalp and proceed to mid-shaft and ends," explains Williams. Comb through to distribute the product evenly -- but don't comb through your hair more than twice, or risk the wrath of frizz. "Once your desired shape is complete, only handle hair as needed," advises Williams. "This will decrease frizz and bigness."
Remember: Products are your BFFs when it comes to air-drying your hair. "Water can leave hair dry with flyaways in abundance, therefore a light crème or drops of oil will make the difference between shiny soft hair or frizzy, dull locks," says Williams.
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Then, begin layering your products. "Layering means to begin with stylers that need to be applied closest to the scalp and proceed to mid-shaft and ends," explains Williams. Comb through to distribute the product evenly -- but don't comb through your hair more than twice, or risk the wrath of frizz. "Once your desired shape is complete, only handle hair as needed," advises Williams. "This will decrease frizz and bigness."
Remember: Products are your BFFs when it comes to air-drying your hair. "Water can leave hair dry with flyaways in abundance, therefore a light crème or drops of oil will make the difference between shiny soft hair or frizzy, dull locks," says Williams.
SEE NEXT PAGE: For Tousled Waves (On Stick-Straight Hair)