How to Blow Dry Short Hair Perfectly (Step-by-Step Guide)

After extensive research, I found all the expert hacks and professional hairstylist tips to blow drying short hair perfectly.

Continue reading to learn. 

How to Blow Dry Short Hair In 7 Easy Steps

Here are your seven steps for blow drying short hair.

1. Protect Your Hair with Moisturizer and Heat Protectants

One of the most important things you can do when blow-drying your hair is to protect it with a moisturizer. A good moisturizer will help to reduce frizz and keep your hair looking healthy. [1]

There are a lot of different moisturizers on the market, so you may have to do some experimenting to find the one that works best for you.

I recommend trying a few different types until you find one that hydrates your hair and helps to smooth frizzy hair.

Once you find a good moisturizer according to your hair type, make sure to use it every time you dry your hair. It will help keep your hair looking healthy and shiny, and it will also help to have frizz-free hair.

2. Divide Your Hair into Sections

One of the best ways to ensure that your hair is evenly dried is to divide it into sections. This will help you dry each hair section evenly and avoid any fizziness.

There are a few different ways to section your hair, but I find the easiest way is to use a clip. Just clip your hair into six or eight sections, depending on how thick your hair is, and you’re ready to start drying.

3. Select Right Temperature

If you use too little heat, your hair won’t be adequately dried, and it won’t be easy to style. If you use too much heat, it can damage and dry your hair. [2]

Some prefer to air dry [3] or a cool blowout before starting the final blow-drying process

I find that the best temperature for my blow dryer is around medium-high. This will help to dry your hair quickly without any heat damage.

If you have a thick head of hair, you may need to increase the temperature a bit. But be careful not to go too high, or you may end up with fried hair. 

You can check different settings of your hairdryer and see which settings work best for you.

4. Start Drying in Sections

First, you need to section your hair with a paddle brush, a flat brush, or a wide-tooth comb depending upon your hair type. Now it’s time to start drying the sections of hair.

Please start at the Back because the back of your head will be the most challenging part to dry, so it’s a good idea to start there.

Use a round brush to dry your hair, and make sure to keep the meeting moving in a circular motion. 

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5. Use a Round Brush to Give Volume

When blow-drying your hair, it’s essential to use a round brush to give your hair volume. A round encounter is a perfect tool for adding volume to your hair, and it will also help dry your hair more quickly.

To use a round brush, start at the roots of your hair and make small circular motions. Make sure to keep the meeting moving, and don’t stop until your hair is dry.

This will help to lift your hair and give you more volume. 

6. Style Your Hair

To maintain the style you select, using a comb, styling gel and a dab of styling cream can maintain definition with styling products. 

One of my favorite styles is the messy bun.

To tie your hair into a messy bun, first, pull all of your hair up into a high ponytail. Now twist the ponytail and wrap it around the base of the ponytail. Pin it in place with some bobby pins, and you’re done.

If you don’t like buns, you can try a simple bob haircut. This style is effortless to maintain, and all you have to do is brush it regularly. 

7. Use a Hair Spray for Setting Your Hair

You can spray small sections of hair to keep your hair intact. 

There are many different types of hair spray, so you may have to do some experimenting to find the one that works best for you.

I recommend trying a few different types until you find one that holds your style in place.

Once you find a good hair spray according to your hair type, make sure to use it every time you style your hair. This leaves the hair smooth after using the hair dryer. 

It will help keep your hair looking healthy and shiny, and it will help keep your style in place all day long.

If you are still uncertain how to use your blow dryer or airflow, watch the video below for further exclusive hair care tips. 

FAQs

Conclusion

That’s it, and now you know how to blow dry short hair.

Short hair can be a challenge to style, but you can make it look good if you use the right products and techniques. [1]

Be sure to use a good quality hair gel and brush your hair at the roots for best results.

You can use a round brush with a blow dryer to give your hair volume. And finally, finish off your hairstyle with some hairspray for some natural curls. 

When following these tips properly, the results will result in salon-like blowouts. 

Resources

• 1. Gavazzoni Dias MF. Hair cosmetics: An overview. International Journal of Trichology [Internet]. 2015;7:2. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4387693/
• 2. Why Do I Have Dry Hair? [Internet]. Healthline. Available from: https://www.healthline.com/health/dry-hair#causes
• 3. Should You Really Air-Dry Your Hair Every Day? [Internet]. Healthline. 2021. Available from: https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/air-dry-hair