Almost nothing compares to heading to the hair salon, with your makeup done and outfit picked, and getting a great blowout right before a night out. We all know that your whole look isn’t complete without a great hairdo!
If you’re nodding yes, then you may also agree that going to salons for blowouts may be costly and require a lot of time (not to mention the hassle of booking an appointment around your hectic schedule).
Fear not, because we have all the tips and hair dryer you need to DIY a perfect blowout or style your hair in the comfort of your home!
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It may be intimidating at first, but once you get the hang of it and let your inner pro hairstylist persona take the wheel, you’ll be flaunting your gorgeous mane in no time.
It’s also surely a more sustainable way to make sure your tresses always look Instagram-worthy and just imagine the sense of accomplishment you’ll feel after!
Tips on getting the perfect blowout at home
Towel-dry your hair with care
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Just like how a perfect makeup base is achieved with a good primer, a perfect blowout starts with prepping your hair.
After hopping out of the shower, remove excess moisture with a gentle, super-absorbent towel or a microfiber towel.
You’ll want your hair to be damp and not soaking wet as too much heat exposure will cause frizz and damage over time.
Always prep your hair with the right products
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Use a wide-toothed comb or detangling brush to weave out any knots from the bottom up. Then, depending on what style you’re going for (sleek straight or voluminous waves), follow with a leave-in product or volume spray which can also serve as a heat protectant.
Choosing the right product is also an essential step! Use hair products that will match your hair type, the same way you’d pick products for your skin type.
If your hair is very fine, use mists or mousses. Go for oils or creams to add moisture for smoothing and softening the hair if you have medium to thick hair.
Pre-dry your hair
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Before you section and style your hair to your liking, rough-dry your tresses till it’s about 60% to 70% dry.
It’s crucial to keep your hair dryer on cool air to medium heat and to use your fingers first. This will help keep your hair cuticles sealed and lends you more natural texture and movement.
Using high heat means you won’t get any bounce in your locks since your hair will be overstretched.
Laifen Swift SE: The best hair dryer to get a shiny blowout
Of course, the “main ingredient” of getting a head-turning blowout and a fresh, voluminous look lies in a great hair dryer.
You’ll need one that isn’t too harsh on your tresses, won’t damage your hair long-term, and lets you achieve the exact results you desire.
With the newest Laifen Swift SE, which is another of the brand’s innovative, affordable appliances coupled with top-of-the-line technology, you’ll get your blowout done effortlessly and feel like a pro too!
This Laifen hair dryer ticks all the boxes while looking absolutely chic and stylish, decked in four adorable colours.
Why you need a Laifen Swift SE hair dryer
Yes, this highly raved hair dryer is so popular that even influencer Jonathan Monroe, who many go to for hair and beauty tips, loves it!
Zero heat damage
Instead of using high temperatures, this hair dryer replaces that with high wind speed to protect both the hair and scalp.
That means you’ll never experience any scalding or overheating which could happen with other hair dryers or inexperienced hair stylists.
Without heat damage, you can even skip the heat protectant step when styling your hair!
Smooth and silky results
More often than not, using a hair dryer results in frizzy hair that is made worse in Singapore’s humid climate.
However, that’s something that you won’t be experiencing with this Laifen hair dryer which grants you the joy of drying your mane daily with ease!
With 200 million negative ions, moisture is locked in your strands and your hair will be visibly glossier, smoother, and more supple.
Intuitive and user-friendly
There are also three temperature modes — cold in blue, medium in orange, and hot in red — that come in handy for achieving the perfect blowout and even for normal hair drying.
You can even automatically circulate between cold and hot air modes after long pressing the temperature button.
Its built-in intelligent thermo sensor monitors temperatures in real-time, consistently keeping it at 50°C in medium mode and 80°C in hot mode.
And similar to noise-cancellation headphones, this hair dryer has six layers of noise reduction that make for a quieter, more peaceful hair-drying experience.
The Laifen Swift SE can also be equipped with a magnetic nozzle to accomplish your desired blowout easily.
Reduced hair drying time
Another bonus? Thanks to its powerful air speed (21 metres per second), your tresses will dry quicker and you’ll be able to cut down on your hair styling time!
Satisfied customers have shared how the Laifen Swift SE dried their hair in five to seven minutes and even faster for those with finer or shorter hair.
Light and travel-friendly
Weighing only 407g, this mighty hair dryer isn’t bulky and won’t tire your arms out from drying your hair, which can happen for those with thicker or longer locks. Its sleek design also makes it super easy to stash into your gym bag or luggage.
Plus, with the aforementioned noise reduction feature, you won’t feel anxious about noise pollution when you’re using the Laifen Swift SE in public toilets or hotel rooms without soundproof walls.
Where to get the Laifen Swift SE
Ready to rock a stunning blowout and smooth, frizz-free hair?
If you need another reason to invest in a great hair dryer, the Laifen Swift SE can last you up to 13 years! That means saving over a decade of quality blowout costs in salons which are likely priced from S$50 to S$300.
Laifen Swift SE retails for S$299 at Shopee and Lazada.
This article is brought to you by Laifen.
