I’m a top hairdresser, this is how to dry wet hair faster on busy mornings – and it’s time to stock up on paper towels
WHEN it comes to things we’d rather be doing than drying our hair, the list is endless.
And for those with thick, long or curly tresses, a hair wash may literally need to be scheduled into a busy week.
But there is a way to speed up the never-ending, mundane process.
Here, Richard Ashforth, co-founder and creative director of Saco Hair, shares his simple, effective tips.
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Let it air dry a bit
Smoothing out hair that’s about 30% dry is faster than trying to tackle it soaking wet.
When you get out of the shower, gently towel dry it, apply a lotion or serum and then wait for 10 minutes. In the meantime, you can go about your morning routine.
But don’t wait too long – too-dry tresses are harder to style.
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Ditch your towel
Something super absorbent is good. In the salon, I often use paper towels to squeeze out as much water as possible before applying products.
If you have no room in your bathroom cabinet for stacks of paper towels, invest in a soft microfiber towel instead.
The softer texture soaks up twice as much water and won’t frizz up your locks.
Don’t skip the conditioner
Conditioner smoothes your strands, locking in moisture and can help your hair dry faster, too.
The silicone coats each strand and seals it down, repelling water in the process.
Start at the roots
Drying from the roots rather than the ends is best as they control the direction of your hair.
First, blast them up with the dryer for volume and then down for a sleek, glossy ‘do.
Also, starting at the front of your head is a must, especially if you have a fringe.
Starting at the back means the front is often already dried-out by the time you reach it and as such harder for you to achieve your desired look.
Avoid metal brushes
Use a good quality brush or comb. It’s a worthwhile investment to get a great brush and it should last you for years to come.
Avoid metal brushes as these overheat your hair and will cause damage over time.
Ceramic round-barrel brushes conduct heat and will warm up under the hot airflow of your dryer, reducing blowout time.
Use smart products
A good blow-drying product that can help dispel water quickly is Saco Haircare’s Primer – this leave-in treatment (and the perfect detangler), contains Hydrolysed Silk Protein, Comfrey, and Bamboo Extract to strengthen and repair whilst providing protection and adds shine.
To use, spray onto wet hair, comb through and leave-in.
Regardless, rough dry your hair from wet to damp before starting to avoid wasted time with the brush – position your head upside-down and blast from roots to ends using your fingers to move lengths around and pre-dry as evenly as possible before applying any styling product.
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