10 Common Blowdrying mistakes....and how to fix them!

Problem: Not sectioning your hair:
Solution:  Keep clips in your bathroom so that you can easily section your hair.  Only blow dry in sections that are small enough that you feel comfortable working with.


Problem:  Standing up when you blow dry.
Solution:  Keep a chair or stool in your bathroom, or vanity area where you style your hair.  When you are comfortably seated you can fully use your upper body strength without getting tired.  Trust us this makes a huge difference.


Problem: Holding the brush in the wrong hand.
Solution:  Many people hold the hairdryer with their dominant hand and try to work the brush with their weaker hand.  You will get better results by working the hairdryer with your weaker hand and the brush with your dominant hand! Give it a try!


Problem: Over twisting the brush.
Solution: Try to never go more than a quarter of a turn with the brush, this will give you smooth tension without risking a snag or snarl.  And remember to use a brush size that is correct for your hair. For more information on that talk to your stylist on your next visit.


Problem: Pulling the hair downward at the scalp.
Solution: It is our natural inclination to pull the brush downward, but that will only give you flat results.  Instead pull your hair up towards the ceiling, imagining a horse shoe shape coming out of your crown.  Hair in the horseshoe should always be blown dry in an upwards position, while hair falling below the horseshoe can be styled downwards for smoothness.


Problem: Holding the dryer to close
Solution:  Holding the nozzle of the dryer right next to the area of hair you are working on, doesn't help it dry faster, but only adds to the frizziness.  Instead always dry with a nozzle (you know that little attachment that came with the dryer that you threw away :) ) It regulates and directs the heat to the area you are working on, and you get faster drying time with less frizz.


Problem: Holding the dryer in the wrong position
Solution: Keep the nozzle parallel to each section you are working on.


Problem: Keeping the dryer motionless
Solution: Keeping the dryer moving ensures that hair will dry at the same rate all over the head.  It will prevent shoulder and wrist strain.


Problem: Going to fast
Solution: It's not a race, we leave precious little time for ourselves in the morning and this can be a bad hair day waiting to happen.  Slow it down, blow dry thoroughly and take time to style that amazing cut you got at la Tierra!!


Remember dry in sections, have a seat, use the correct brush and take a little time! You will have a great hair day every day!