10 Simple Steps to Silky Swishy Shiny Hair.

1. Wash. While some hair looks are better on second-day hair, this is all about squeaky-clean strands. So shampoo and condition, using a duo best suited to your hair type. If your hair has any tendency to frizz or kink, go for a smoothing formulation on days when you intend to blow-dry hair – this will enhance softness and make styling much more manageable.

2. Detangle. Use a wide-toothed comb to work conditioner through mid-lengths and ends, and to gently comb out any knots.

3. Blot. Resist the temptation to vigorously wring or rub hair with your towel to remove excess moisture – all you need is to gently blot hair until it’s no longer dripping-wet.

4. Apply product. If your hair is naturally wavy or curly, apply a smoothing balm or serum from about ten centimetres below the roots, right through to the tips. All hair should next use a heat-shielding spray.

5. Rough-Dry. Throw head upside down and dry it off to about 70% - this will give some volume at roots, enhancing overall movement.

6. Section. To prepare for the final dry-off, separate hair into three tiers, clipping up the top two first. Work in sections of about 8-10 centimetres along each tier.

7. Dry. Work with a big radial brush and a hairdryer on medium-heat and high-speed. Always direct the nozzle downwards, to encourage the outer cuticle layer to remain flat, therefore creating an overall sleek effect. Try to keep the blow-drying motion fluid and even.

8. Part. Before drying off the final sections, take a tail comb and create a centred partline.

9. Iron. To straighten out any kinks, all you need to do is give the outer layers a once-over with your irons.

10. Finish. Mist hairspray on a cushion-padded brush if you need to control any frizzies around the crown; then spritz a shine spray over the mid-legnths and ends for a glamorous finishing touch.

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