A crucial component of rendering your luscious locks to look like you just stepped out of a salon is, of course, a quality blow dryer. After using some of the best shampoos and hair conditioners on the market — oh, and wrapping yourself up in a plush robe to ignite all of the resort hotel vibes you can muster — selecting the appropriate hair-styling tools makes a world of difference to your hair. “Begin blow drying five minutes after stepping out of the shower,” Amy Abramite , creative director and hairstylist at Maxine Salon in Chicago, told the New York Post.
“Hair is easier to manipulate when it’s wet. Hydrogen bonds, or the type used to style hair, are temporarily changed with water and heat, so letting hair air dry too much before starting the blow dry can hinder the process.” Related : Best blow dryer brushes we reviewed We turned to Abramite for a full-on FAQ on blow-drying etiquette after our comprehensive review to provide in-depth hair-styling routines for your specific type and texture, too.
Best Overall : Moroccanoil 4-in-1 Blow Dryer Brush I’ve been using the Moroccanoil 4-in-1 Blow-Dryer Brush for months, and it’s by far the best blow-dryer I’ve used.The brand is known for its much-adored smoothing hair products — like its Hydrating Styling Cream ($36) and All-in-One Leave-In Conditioner ($30), so I knew its stunning, new hair tool was on that same agenda. The best part? Not only does the brush satisfy my hair-styling expectations (only 10 .