Why a Blow Dryer Brush Is the Hottest Hair Tool Right Now

What styles can be created with a hair dryer brush? 

Many styles can be created with a blow dryer brush — it can be used to create waves, flips and curls. If you prefer a va-va-voom look, body, volume and lift can also be achieved with the versatile tool to leave you looking, as Durham put it, “like a Victoria's Secret model with that perfect bouncy blowout.”

What hair types are the best candidates for use?

Blow dryer brushes work best on a range of hair lengths, but people with fine hair will get the most benefit. “The blowing hot air delivers volume while the round brush provides control and style, leaving your hair flowing and shiny,” says Durham. She notes that the brush won’t make curly hair stick-straight — that’s what your flat-iron is for. Instead, a blow dry brush like Amika’s she says is “typically used to smooth curly hair or add gentle curls to straight hair.”

What are your tips for using a hair dryer brush correctly?  

Sometimes maneuvering your hot tools around your head is easier said than done. When it comes to blow dry brushing, start with towel-dried hair, “removing as much excess moisture as possible,” instructs Durham. Always use a detangling spray that has a heat protectant, such as Loreal Professional Absolut Repair Gold 10 in 1 Perfecting Multipurpose Spray. 

“Section your hair in large sections, to make it easier to blow out with the brush,” says Durham. “Remember, for added volume in the front and in the crown area, pull the brush in the opposite direction to give more voluptuous volume.” Finish your look with a hairspray like for a smooth, soft-hold sleek look.