Electricals

Using a Diffuser on a Hairdryer

1. Attach the Diffuser

• Securely attach the diffuser to the hairdryer nozzle

2. Set Up the Hairdryer

• Use a low or medium heat setting and low speed to protect your hair and maintain curl pattern

3. Dry Your Hair

• Position the Diffuser: Place sections of hair into the diffuser bowl, close to your scalp, lifting at the roots
• Circular Motion and Scrunching: Move the diffuser in a circular motion and scrunch hair to enhance curls. Tilt your head for more volume
• Drying Time: Continue until hair is 80-90% dry to avoid frizz

4. Finishing Touches

• Cool Air Blast: Use cool air to set curls and add shine
• Final Styling: Apply a lightweight hair oil or serum to reduce frizz and add shine, and fluff curls gently

5. Tips

• Avoid touching your hair too much while drying to prevent frizz
• Experiment with different diffuser types and techniques for best results

Hair dryers can damage hair, especially if not used properly. High temperatures can weaken the hair cuticle, strip moisture, and cause dryness and breakage. To minimise damage:

1. Use a Heat Protectant: Apply a protective spray or serum
2. Adjust the Heat Setting: Use the lowest effective heat setting
3. Keep a Safe Distance: Hold the dryer at least six inches from your hair
4. Limit Usage: Avoid daily use and let hair air dry partially before using the dryer
5. Use a Diffuser: Distributes heat more evenly for curly or wavy hair

Proper use and preventative measures can significantly reduce hair dryer damage.

Choosing the best hair dryer depends on your specific needs, but several models stand out in 2024 for their performance, features, and user satisfaction

1. BaByliss Pro Powerlite Hair Dryer

• Leightweight design just 445 grams
• Powerful performance 1900W LHT motor
• Neaytralises static energy leaving hair frizz-free
• Customisable heat and speed settings 

2. ETI Turbo Dryer 3500 Barbershop Edition 

• Long-lasting
• 4 heat settings
• 2-speed settings
• Cold shot button

3. ETI Turbodryer 2000 Hair Dryer

• 3-metre cord
• 1500 W AC motor
• Includes concentrator nozzle
• 2-speed settings and 4 heat settings

4. WAHL Pro Keratin Dryer Rose Gold

• 2200 watts of power
• 3 heat settings and 2-speed settings
• Comes with 2 additional attachments
• Evenly distributes heat while drying hair

Curling Hair with a Straightener

1. Prep

• Use a 1-inch rounded straightener
• Apply heat protectant
• Section your hair

2. Curl

• Heat the straightener (300°F-400°F)
• Clamp a section near the roots
• Rotate 180° away from your face
• Slide down slowly for tight curls, faster for loose waves
• Release and let the curl cool

3. Finish

• Cool all curls completely
• Separate with fingers or a wide-tooth comb
• Apply flexible hold hairspray

Choosing the best hair straightener depends on individual needs such as hair type, styling preferences, and budget. However, some top-rated hair straighteners often recommended by experts and users include:

1. BaByliss Pro Keratin Lustre Hair Straightener - Lilac Silk

• Ceramic plate provides smoothness and shine
• Ceramic heaters ensure fast heat-up and temperature control
• 3m cord for easy use
• Temperature settings range from 140°C - 230°C 

2. BaByliss Pro Classic Ceramic Straightener

• Floating plates provide equal performance along their full-length
• 5 heat settings offer great control and consistent performance

3. WAHL Pro Glide Straightener

• Ultra-fast heat
• 3m cable length
• Ceramic coaxed plates

Temperature ranges from 150°C -210°C

1. Choose the Right Curling Iron: Smaller barrels for tighter curls, larger for looser waves
2. Wash and Dry Hair: Completely dry hair and apply a heat protectant
3. Section Hair: Use clips to divide hair into manageable sections

Curling Process

1. Heat the Iron: Set to the appropriate temperature (lower for fine hair, higher for thick hair).
2. Curl Hair:

• With Clamp: Clamp ends of a small section, roll upwards, hold for 5-10 seconds, release
• With Wand: Wrap hair around the barrel, hold for 5-10 seconds, and release

1. Alternate Directions: Curl some sections towards and others away from your face
2. Work in Layers: Start from the bottom and move upwards

Finishing Touches

1. Cool Curls: Let curls cool completely
2. Style: Finger comb or brush for the desired look

Apply Products: Use light-hold hairspray and shine spray if needed

1. Prep Hair: Apply heat protectant to dry hair

2. Section Hair: Divide hair into three sections (bottom, middle, top)

3. Curl Hair:

• Take 1-2 inch sections
• Curl away from your face, leaving ends out
• Alternate curl directions for a natural look

4. Loosen Curls: Let curls cool, then run fingers through or use a wide-tooth comb

5. Add Texture: Spray texturiser or sea salt spray, and scrunch hair

6. Set Waves: Lightly mist with hairspray

Start with clean, dry hair and apply a heat protectant spray.

1. Heat Crimper

• Plug in and heat the crimper to a medium setting

2. Crimp Hair

• Take a small section, place the crimper close to the roots, and hold for 5-10 seconds
• Move down the section, overlapping slightly for an even texture
• Repeat for all sections

3. Finish

• Run fingers through hair for volume
• Lightly mist with hairspray to set

4. Tips

• Avoid Overlapping: Try not to crimp the same section more than once to avoid excessive heat damage
• Temperature Control: If your hair is fine or damaged, use a lower heat setting. For thicker hair, a higher setting may be necessary

Maintenance: Regularly clean your crimper to remove any product buildup, which can affect its performance

For optimal results, keep the crimper on the hair for 10-20 seconds, adjusting based on the iron's temperature: the hotter the iron, the shorter the time needed. If you have thick hair, you may need to hold the crimper in place longer than for fine hair but still within the 10 - 20 second time frame.

Start with clean, dry hair and apply a heat protectant

1. Heat the Brush

Plug in and heat the brush to the right temperature for your hair type

2. Section Hair:

Divide hair into manageable sections with clips

3. Style:

Take a section, place the brush at the roots, and slowly glide to the ends

Rotate for curls/waves or keep straight for a sleek look

4. Finish:

Let hair cool

Optionally, use a light hairspray to hold the style