Drying your hair can take a long time, especially for those with long, thick hair that requires a certain amount of styling effort. This process becomes even more difficult when you are in a hurry. There are several methods to speed up drying, including using conditioner and hairspray, styling with a hair dryer by dividing the hair into sections and using a ceramic brush or blotting the hair with a microfiber towel, which absorbs the excess water and speeds up the process.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Remove Excess Water from Hair
Step 1. Use a wide-toothed comb after washing your hair
This type of comb detangles hair and promotes air circulation, which helps eliminate excess water. Comb before you leave the shower.
Step 2. Before you get out of the shower, wring or shake your hair
This movement speeds up the drying process and removes excess water after washing.
- Separate the hair into several sections to be wrung out one at a time to remove excess water.
- Turn your hair upside down and move your fingers through the strands to get rid of the dripping water.
Step 3. Dab the hair using a microfiber towel, which is soft and has high absorbent properties
It is therefore more effective than traditional towels to absorb water without damaging the cuticles.
Part your hair into several sections and pat them one at a time using a dry towel for best results
Step 4. If you don't have a microfiber towel, use paper towels, which can absorb more water than traditional towels, while preventing frizz
Use several and, once finished, don't forget to recycle them.
Long, thick hair requires more wipes than short and / or thin hair
Step 5. Wrap your hair with a turban towel
If you wear it while getting ready, the towel will absorb excess water. To put it on, tilt your head forward facing the floor. Place the towel horizontally on the nape of your neck and start wrapping your hair with both hands. Twist it gently, without squeezing it too tight, and lift your head back to an upright position.
Replace it with another towel when the one you're wearing gets all wet and heavy
Part 2 of 3: Speed Up Drying with Hair Products
Step 1. Treat your hair with a conditioner while washing
This product moisturizes them and helps repel water, so your hair doesn't absorb more than it needs after a bath or shower. When you apply it, focus mainly on the tips and leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing it off.
Alternatively, use a leave-in conditioner: in addition to combating frizz and polishing your hair, it also speeds up drying
Step 2. Use hair products labeled "blow dry" or "quick dry"
Many commercially available hair products, such as lotions and primers, contain substances that conduct heat, removing water from the shaft. Apply them according to the instructions before using the hair dryer or air drying your hair, then distribute them evenly over your head.
Before applying any product, pat your hair dry with a towel and absorb excess water
Step 3. Use alcohol-containing lacquers
In principle, we do not recommend the use of alcohol-based products, as they can dry out the hair. However, if you are really in a hurry and have wet hair, try using a hairspray or mousse that contains this ingredient - it will speed up drying.
Part 3 of 3: Styling with the Hair Dryer
Step 1. Use a high-power ion hair dryer
It will help you to better discipline your hair and avoid burning it. Prefer a hairdryer with a power of at least 2000 W to speed up drying as much as possible.
Step 2. Dry your hair outside the bathroom
It is natural to do this in the bathroom itself, as soon as you get out of the shower, but the steam does not speed up drying. Try to move to the bedroom or another room to keep them from getting damp and speed up the process.
Alternatively, open the bathroom window and let the steam out for a few minutes before drying your hair
Step 3. Before styling with the brush, turn on the hair dryer
While drying, untangle the hair with your fingers using it as if it were a comb and shake it from side to side. Do this method for 50-75% of the drying time, then start using a brush. Go up for more volume and down to make your hair smooth and shiny.
Step 4. Use a microfiber brush or a round ceramic brush for the rest of the styling
The first allows you to absorb water while you brush, while the second can conduct the heat that comes out of the hair dryer onto the shaft, also shaping it. Having fewer bristles than normal brushes, they also promote air circulation.
Step 5. For greater effectiveness, divide your hair into four sections
Although it may seem even more laborious, this process actually helps to dry your hair more effectively than the classic procedure. Dividing the hair into four parts, secure three sections with pliers.
Proceeding by working on small strands is effective for almost any type of styling, not just for drying
Step 6. Start with the tips
Doing this prevents the top layers from absorbing excess water after drying, especially when the hair is combed or brushed. Get upside down, then dry the lower layers before moving on to the upper ones.
Step 7. Spend more time drying the roots
The tips tend to dry out before the roots, which take longer. While drying your hair, focus on this area. However, avoid keeping the hairdryer fixed in one place, otherwise you risk burning your hair.
