Our hair is versatile. We can wear big afros and waist-length braids, twist-outs and blowouts. Sometimes you want that silky smooth bounce without having to go to the beauty shop and without costing you the health of your hair. Heat damage can take months, even years, to overcome, so we’re sharing our tips for an at-home blowout that will turn heads while keeping you moving towards your hair growth goals.

Start with a clean slate

The perfect blowout begins even before you reach for your hair dryer. Use our LENGTH₂O Aquaholic 5-in-1 Moisture Conditioner to both cleanse and condition. Your scalp will be clean. Your hair will be moisturized, and you’ll be able to go a little longer before your next wash, making your blowout last.

Pre-dry

Your hair shouldn’t be dripping wet when you start the blowout. Give your hair time to dry about 50%. Use that time to detangle your hair, give yourself a facial, catch up on your favorite show, or do all three! This time spent air-drying allows you to avoid using too much heat on your hair.

Protect yourself

Put a layer of protection between your hair and the hot air from the blow dryer. A good heat protectant will help to keep damage at bay. However, you still need to be mindful of the amount of heat you use. Even the best heat protectants can only do so much.

Small steps

Portion your hair off into smaller sections. This will help you get your hair as straight as possible while also giving you additional control over how much heat you’re applying to your hair. Use a diffuser if you have one in order to spread the heat out over your hair.

Cool it off

Finish off each section with a blast of cool air. The breeze not only feels good on your scalp, it also helps your hair stay straighter for longer. If your blow dryer doesn’t have a cold shot feature, consider investing in one when you’re able.

Shine bright

No blowout is complete without that signature shine. Finish off your look with our Iconic Hair + Scalp Growth Elixir Oil  for an extra dose of moisture.

Now that you’ve got the perfect at-home blowout, take a selfie before you go out and slay. Tag us in pictures of your at-home blowout, and use the hashtag #shedavi for a chance to be featured. Got tips for at-home blowouts? Share them in the comments below.