Fast & Easy Everyday Blowout for Beginners: Smooth, Shiny & Professional at Home

This beginner-friendly blowout tutorial teaches you how to achieve a sleek, professional-looking hairstyle with minimal damage and maximum efficiency. By focusing on hair prep, proper drying technique, and smart sectioning, you’ll create smooth movement and light volume perfect for everyday wear, especially for work.

Step 1: Pre-Treatment on Dry Hair
Spray a bonding repair treatment (like Epres) on dry hair before shampooing. This strengthens your hair and reduces frizz. Let it sit, then wash as usual.

Step 2: Shampoo & Condition
Use a scalp-focused shampoo and conditioner (like Aveda Scalp Benefits) to support healthy hair growth and clean roots.

Step 3: Apply Heat Protectants & Bonding Cream
On damp hair, apply a bond-building cream (like Aveda Botanical Repair) focusing on ends. Comb it through in sections and lightly distribute leftovers to baby hairs and roots.

Step 4: Pre-Dry Hair to 80-90%
Using a blow dryer without a nozzle, dry your hair mostly with your fingers. Focus on roots first to speed up drying and reduce damage. Avoid brushing wet hair.

Step 5: Smooth the Hairline
Comb the hairline flat while directing air downward. Alternate combing down and back to neutralize any waves for a clean frame around your face.

Step 6: Section the Hair
Split your hair into top, middle, and bottom sections using alligator clips. Work from bottom to top for better control and smoother results.

Step 7: Round Brush Drying
Use a medium or large round brush depending on how much bend you want. Place the brush at the roots, dry with concentrator nozzle, and smooth through to the ends. Only spin at the ends for soft curls.

Step 8: Work in Layers
Repeat the round brush technique section by section, alternating sides. Focus on smoothing frizz and creating bend on the ends. Use high heat and airflow for efficiency.

Step 9: Style the Top Section
Blow dry horizontal sections of the top going forward and then backward for added volume and part flexibility. Smooth and curl ends as desired.

Step 10: Finishing Touches
Apply a light serum (like Oribe Hair Alchemy) on dry hair for shine and frizz control. Set with a lightweight hairspray (like Aveda Air Control) for touchable hold and movement.