Using a hair dryer with a comb, often referred to as a "blow-dry comb" technique, involves using the comb to guide and shape your hair while the heat from the dryer sets the style. The process helps create smoother, straighter, or more voluminous looks.
How to Blow-Dry With a Comb
Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Prepare Your Hair:
- Start with clean, damp hair. Towel-dry your hair, so it is no longer dripping wet.
- Apply a heat protectant spray or serum to minimize damage from the heat.
- Choose the Right Comb:
- Select a comb with wide teeth for detangling and gentle styling, or one with fine teeth for a sleek, straight look.
- Some specialized combs, like the one shown in the reference, may even attach to the dryer, but the general principles below apply regardless.
- Divide Your Hair:
- Section your hair using clips or hair ties. This allows you to focus on small areas for a more precise blow-dry.
- Start at the Roots:
- Begin with one section. Hold the comb at the roots and point the hair dryer down towards the hair at the roots, starting close to the scalp. Move the comb and dryer downwards along the length of the hair. The video reference points out that you do not need to "continuously pass heat over the hair".
- Focus the heat on the roots first, as this is where most of the volume and lift are created.
- Guide With the Comb:
- As you blow-dry, guide the comb through your hair following the direction of growth. Pull your hair taut with the comb as you move the dryer downwards. This creates tension and helps to straighten or smooth the hair.
- For a straight style, comb down. For more volume at the root, lift hair slightly upward with the comb while pointing the dryer at the root.
- Dry in Sections:
- Continue the process through each section of your hair until fully dry.
- Remember to direct the air flow downward to help smooth the cuticle and reduce frizz.
- Cool Down:
- After blow-drying, switch to the cool setting on your hair dryer and comb through your hair. This helps set the style and add shine.
Types of Combs Used in Blow Drying
| Comb Type | Hair Type Suitable | Styling Use |
|---|---|---|
| Wide-Tooth Comb | Thick, Curly | Detangling, adding volume and soft waves |
| Fine-Tooth Comb | Straight, Fine | Smoothing, creating a sleek and straight style |
| Vented Comb (attached) | All hair types | Detangling, speeding up drying time |
| Round Brush comb | All hair types | Volume, smoothing, curls, waves |
Benefits of Using a Comb with a Hair Dryer
- Smoothing: A comb can help guide the hair and smooth it while drying.
- Straightening: Creates a smoother finish when blow-drying hair straight.
- Volume: You can lift your roots with the comb while drying.
- Direction: Helps guide the direction of the hair while drying for the desired style.
- Even Drying: The comb helps distribute heat evenly and dry the hair in an organized way.
The reference demonstrates that the use of the Lucia tool (specifically) allows for a sleek style without needing continuous heat. This highlights a more controlled and efficient way to use a hair dryer and comb together.
