Maybe you can’t stop thinking about those magazine-worthy curtain bangs your friend sported at brunch last week. Or the barista’s easy-breezy beach waves that created an envious effortless look. But guess what? You can create those hairstyles and more with the power of a high quality blow dryer at your side, whether you have curly hair, straight hair, or wavy hair.
From classic voluminous curls to more experimental styles that take you out of your comfort zone, the beauty of blow dry hairstyles is that you can put yourself in the stylist's seat. You simply find a style that intrigues you, create the look, rinse, and repeat. No appointment necessary.
#1 The Ultimate 90s Blowout
Revive the best parts of the 90s with a sleek blowout hairstyle so full of gloss and shine, you’ll be polished and prepared for work, play, or whatever lies ahead.
Get the look:
Step 1: Divide your hair into manageable sections. Begin with the bottom section of your hair, near the nape of your neck.
Step 2: Blow dry your hair from roots to ends, curling the ends of your strands inward with a T3 round brush.
Step 3: Repeat step two with each section of hair using the round brush until you complete the final layer on top of your head.
Step 4: For extra body and bounce, hold the round brush under your roots for a few extra seconds as you blow dry.
Step 5: Use the same technique as you curve the brush at the ends of each section.
Step 6: Use the Lock-In Cool Shot on the T3 AireLuxe to set your style, lock in shine, and flaunt your 90s blowout all day and night.
#2 Maximum Volume with Retro Curtain Bangs
Whether you’ve got waist-length tresses or a shoulder-length lob, one on-trend accessory that pairs perfectly with any hairstyle is a set of curtain bangs. Pair with a voluminous blowout, and you’ll give Farrah Fawcett’s hair stylist a run for their money.
Get the look:
Step 1: Let your wet hair air-dry naturally or rough-dry your hair to speed up the process. For either option, you’ll want hair that’s about 80% dry.
Step 2: Section your damp hair and begin drying and curling each section using the T3 AireBrush Duo with the round brush attachment. For added volume, curl some sections of hair inward, and others outward.
Step 3: To create retro curtain bangs, part your bangs down the middle. Then, use the T3 AireBrush Duo’s round brush to curl your bangs up and away from your face.
#3 Bouncy Natural Curls
If you’re a proud owner of natural curls, a professional blow dryer and diffuser make it easy to amp up the curl power and volume. From business casual to black-tie, this natural hairstyle pairs well with any look—and luckily for you, styling it is super-simple.
Get the look:
Step 1: Start with damp hair. Choose where you want your part to sit and apply your favorite curl-enhancing products to your natural hair.
Step 3: Cup a small section of your curls in the diffuser. Hold the diffuser near your roots for roughly ten seconds to help define, hold, and dry the curls in place.
Step 4: Once your hair is almost dry, flip your hair upside down and hover the diffuser over your curls once more to give your style a boost of added volume.
#4 Smooth and Stylish Waves
Any time is the ideal time for smooth, shiny waves. With this technique, you can transform naturally coily or curly hair into free-flowing wavy tresses. And as a bonus? You can achieve them in half the time without going to the hair salon. It’s a win-win.
Get the look:
Step 1: To prep and dry your hair, use a blow dryer with a comb attachment. The T3 AireLuxe and Smoothing Comb attachment make it easy to reach your roots and smooth lengths and ends.
Step 2: Section your hair to streamline the curling process.
Step 3: Beginning with the layer of hair closest to the nape of your neck, style small sections using a flat iron. Starting at the roots, guide the flat iron with a fine-tooth comb and work your way down to the ends to smooth each section.
Step 4: After smoothing each section, curl them around the flat iron and away from your face to create waves and add body. Focus on curling your hair from the midshaft to the ends.
Step 5: When you’re done, comb your fingers through your hair to loosen the waves.
Tools and Tricks for Blow Dryer Styling
You can minimize damage while you dry and smooth your locks by following these simple blow dry styling tips:
• Use a microfiber towel: When you hop out of the shower, grab a microfiber towel before you blow dry your wet hair. The soft, porous fabric absorbs excess water more quickly (and with less friction) than a normal terry cloth towel.
• Use a heat protectant: Heat protectant sprays and creams protect your hair against damage caused by excessive heat. Always apply a heat protectant before using your professional hair dryer (or any other styling tools).
• Dry with an ionic blow dryer: Ionic blow dryers tap into the power of negative ions to help smooth the hair cuticle, reduce frizz, and boost softness and shine. Win-win-win.
• Look for a product with customizable temperature settings: Every hair type requires a unique temperature—use the right heat for your hair to maximize your hairstyle and hair health. Both the T3 AireBrush Duo blow dry brush and T3 AireLuxe blow dryer come equipped with five heat settings and three different speeds to ensure you’re using the ideal temperature and airflow for your hair.
Heat Up Your Hair Styling Game
Blow dryers don’t need to be a prelude to your styling session—with the right techniques, they can be the styling tool of your dreams.
For best results, look for a hair dryer that suits each and every need of your unique hair. Multiple heat settings for every hair type? Check. Ion generator for boosted shine and smoother hair? It certainly doesn’t hurt.
Whether you’re aiming for a bouncy blowout look or effortless beachy waves, or even just want to know how to dry hair fast, a high-quality blow dryer can help get your hair from here to there.
