Quick Answer
Use a hot air styler like the VolumeBrush on damp, heat-protected hair, working in small sections from root to tip with a twisting motion to build volume and soft curls without extreme heat damage.
Why a Hot Air Styler Is Gentler Than a Curling Iron
A hot air styler combines a hairdryer and a round brush, using heated airflow rather than a direct hot plate. This means the heat is distributed more evenly and is less likely to scorch the hair cuticle, making it a smarter choice for daily styling.
The VolumeBrush Hot Air Styler is designed to tackle flat-looking hair, lack of volume, and frizz in one tool. Its 2-in-1 design lets you dry and style simultaneously, cutting down the time your hair is exposed to heat.
Step-by-Step: Voluminous Curls Without Damage
- Start with Damp, Heat-Protected Hair: Towel-dry your hair until it's about 70% dry. Apply a heat protection spray or serum evenly from mid-lengths to ends. This is crucial to shield the hair cuticle from heat damage and frizz. Never skip heat protection, even with a lower-heat tool.
- Section Your Hair: Divide your hair into 4-6 sections using clips, starting from the bottom. Work with smaller sections for tighter curls and larger sections for loose waves. This ensures every strand is styled evenly. Smaller sections give more defined curls but take longer; larger sections are faster but yield looser waves.
- Twist and Glide: Take a section, wrap it around the barrel of the hot air styler, and hold for 5-8 seconds. Gently glide the styler down the section while twisting to create a curl. Use the cool shot button (if available) to set the curl before releasing. Avoid holding the styler in one spot for too long to prevent heat damage.
- Finish with a Light Hold Spray: Once all sections are curled, let your hair cool completely. Then, apply a light-hold hairspray to set the style and add extra volume. Avoid brushing the curls; use your fingers to gently separate them. Cooling before spraying helps the curls hold their shape longer.
Product Spotlight
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VolumeBrush Hot Air Styler: The VolumeBrush Hot Air Styler combines a hairdryer and a round brush in one device, allowing professional blowout results at home. This 2-in-1 design means you can dry and style in one pass, reducing overall heat exposure and styling time.
VolumeBrush Hot Air Styler