Show Do you prefer air drying, or diffusing your curly hair? Everyone has different preferences, and the results can be very different depending on your hair type, products, and technique. In today’s video, I’m going to show you a styling routine where diffuse, and then another routine using the exact same products but with air drying. Then compare the results side by side and how long my curls last after wash day. We’re also going to discuss the pros and cons of each, and which method is healthier for your hair type. I first wanted to clarify that there is no right or wrong way to do your hair. If you like air-drying your hair, this is not intended to convince you that you need to stop air drying. My goal is to present the pros and cons that I had with both methods to help you identify if air drying or diffusing is causing any of your hair issues. Get the Shark HyperAir & IQ-Curl Defining Diffuser here that I will be using in this video. The Styling Routine
How to Diffuse
How to Air Dry
Pros & Cons of Diffusing vs. Air Drying
Which do you prefer? There are pros and cons of both methods, and it depends on the look you’re going for and your preferences. There are also ways to combine both methods to reap all benefits, such as diffusing for 5-10 and then finishing off with air drying. If I was short on time, this would be my preferred method to still get some of the volume and definition from diffusing, but not have to diffuse for too long. If you’re struggling with frizz, I recommend checking out this video about How to Diffuse without Frizz for Beginners. To reduce your dry time whether you air dry or diffuse, watch this video on How to Reduce Drying Time. For my Shark HyperAir vs. Dyson comparison video, click here. And lastly, to learn more about why diffusing may be less damaging than air drying, check out Manes by Mell’s video here and read this research study. Is it better to diffuse or airThe heat during diffusing also helps to “set” the hair in the scrunched position and the shape lasts longer. This is also why some get longer-lasting results from diffusing compared to air drying. Air drying can cause the curls to fall quicker after wash day, especially for those with loose curl patterns.
What is the best way to dry curly hair?“Some people like to dry their curls fully, others prefer to diffuse to 50-80% dry and then leave the rest to air-dry,” says Michele. “Diffusers will give volume and can also create curl shrinkage, if you want more volume control and elongated curls air-drying or using a hooded dryer are best.
Does a diffuser make a difference for curly hair?A diffuser is a plastic attachment for your hair dryer that helps keep the natural curl pattern. It's a game-changer when it comes to heat-styling curly hair. But use it incorrectly, and you can end up with frizzy and undefined hair.
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