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March 08, 2025 3 min read
Welcome back to theBeauty Lab Podcast! In this episode, Monina and Velia dive into the insider secrets of achieving salon-quality hair at home. If you’ve ever wondered why your hair never looks as good as when you leave the salon, you’re not alone. This guide will cover the essential products, tools, and techniques to help you master that professional blowout look from the comfort of your home.
It’s a common frustration—your hair looks incredible when you leave the salon, but the next day, you can’t seem to recreate the magic. According to Velia, the secret lies in two key factors:
The Products You Use
Your Technique
Many people either overload their hair with too much product or don’t use any at all, which can sabotage your styling efforts from the start. And even when the products are right, improper blow-drying technique can leave your hair frizzy, flat, or uneven.
Velia breaks down the must-have products that everyone should be using:
Cleanses and nourishes your hair properly
Even if you don’t have salon-brand products, invest in a good quality set that suits your hair type
Helps to lock in moisture and prevent frizz
Can be applied to both wet and dry hair
Ideal for those with frizzy or hard-to-manage hair
Perfect for adding body and lift
Use to hold the style in place, but not essential for everyone
Investing in the right tools can make or break your styling success:
A Quality Blow Dryer – It doesn’t need to be expensive, but it should be lightweight and come with a cooling button and attachments.
A Round Brush with a Grippy Handle – A slippery brush will make styling more difficult.
A Terrycloth-Lined Shower Cap – Essential for preserving your style overnight and keeping your hair dry in the shower.
Always shampoo twice to remove buildup and oil
Condition thoroughly but avoid the roots to prevent flatness
Apply leave-in conditioner and hair oil evenly
Brush through to distribute the product
Hold the blow dryer above your head, pointing down
This prevents frizz and encourages smoothness
Divide your hair intothree horseshoe sections
Start at the top, clip the sections, and begin styling from the bottom
Pull the hair away from the direction of growth for volume
Use the cooling button to set the style and lock in the shape
Velcro rollers help maintain shape and volume
Let the hair cool in the rollers or round brush before releasing
If your bangs keep splitting, blow dry them first while they’re soaking wet. Direct the airflow from side to side to reset the growth pattern, then finish by blow-drying them straight down with a round brush.
🚫 Using too much product
🚫 Not drying hair completely (98% dry won’t hold the shape!)
🚫 Ignoring the cooling button—setting the shape while the hair is hot won’t last
A mid-range blow dryer with a cooling button and concentrator attachment works well for most hair types.
Wash twice each time, but you can stretch washes to every 2–3 days with the right products and techniques.
Yes, but be careful with the direction of airflow to avoid frizz.
Mastering a salon-quality blowout at home takes practice, but with the right products, tools, and techniques, you’ll be able to enjoy flawless, long-lasting hair every day. If you need more guidance, don’t hesitate to reach out for a personalized consultation.
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