Winter weather is the ultimate nemesis of a good blow dry. One moment you’re rocking a big, bouncy blow dry with salon-worthy locks, and the next, you’re battling a storm of frizz and flatness, but don’t despair – achieving a flawless, winter-proof blow dry at home is not only possible – it can be your secret superpower this season. With the right arsenal of products, heat-styling know-how, and a few game-changing tricks, you can keep your hair extensions looking like you just walked out of a blow-dry bar, no matter how brutal the weather outside gets. Ready to fight off the winter hair blues and perfect that at-home blowout? Learn how to blow dry hair fit for all weathers and achieve glass-level shine today by following these simple steps!
Combat Winter Weather with Protective Hairstyles
When it comes to winter hair, it’s important to not only focus on styling but also on protection. Winter conditions can leave your hair dry, static-prone, and brittle, so taking a few extra steps to shield it from the harsh elements can help maintain both the health and style of your hair.
Protect Against Static
Cold, dry air and heated indoor environments are notorious for causing static in hair. To combat this, use a Deep Moisture Conditioner or a light anti-static serum to coat your strands. Avoid using heavier oils or serums that can weigh your hair down, as they may cause your blowout to lose volume and texture.
Shield from the Cold
A stylish winter hat can be your best friend, but the fabric can lead to flat, limp hair. Consider wearing a silk or satin scarf underneath the hat to reduce friction. These materials will help prevent breakage and preserve the shape of your blowout.
Hydrate Your Hair
Cold weather can dehydrate your strands, leaving them looking dull. Incorporating a deep conditioning treatment once a week such as our Hair Mask will keep your hair nourished and strong. However, remember to avoid applying it before your blow-dry, as it can make your hair too slippery to hold the shape you want.
Winter Hair Hacks: Combing, Styling and Serums
Use Rollers for Volume
For a blow dry that lasts, start by adding volume at the roots with large or medium rollers. After you’ve blow-dried your hair, let the rollers sit for 10-15 minutes to set your style. They help create extra volume, lift, and shape, which will help your hairstyle last longer – even through wind and snow.
Backcombing for Extra Hold
When the weather is particularly unruly, backcombing, or teasing, your roots will add instant lift and hold. Use our pintail comb and gently tease small sections at the crown. Just be sure to finish with a smoothing brush to blend the teased sections into the rest of your hair for a natural, voluminous look.
Pin Curling for Defined Waves
If you’re going for a more structured, glamorous blowout, try pin curling your hair while it’s still warm. After drying, roll small sections of hair into tight curls and secure them with pins. Let them cool completely before removing the pins. This will lock in the curl and help it hold through the elements. This is the perfect solution if you don’t have rollers at home!
Smaller Round Brush for Tight, Long-Lasting Curls
A larger round brush gives big, voluminous curls, but for a tighter curl that holds longer in winter, opt for a smaller round brush. The smaller the barrel, the more defined and long-lasting your curls will be. The tighter curl pattern is less likely to drop in the face of winter humidity or damp conditions.
Mousse for Hold and Texture
Before you blow-dry, apply a mousse or styling cream to damp hair to give it some extra grip and texture. Mousse helps hold your style in place without making your hair feel heavy or greasy. It’s perfect for providing volume and texture to your blowout, especially when paired with other techniques like rollers or backcombing. Medium hold mousse is also a great, safe product to use on hair extensions as its lightweight and not sticky to the touch.
Avoid Oils and Heavy Serums After Styling
While oils and serums can be great for adding shine and moisture, they can also weigh down your blowout and make it harder to maintain throughout the day. Stick to lightweight products and use them sparingly. Focus on hydrating your hair when it's wet and skip the heavy serums after styling to preserve your blowout’s shape and volume. If you need a little shine or frizz control, our lightweight Moisturising Silky Spray is designed for post-blowout use and won’t dampen the volume you’ve worked hard to create.
For more tips on how to keep your hair looking and feeling it’s best throughout the winter, we have everything you need to know in our blog Tips for Hair in Cold Weather.
The Ultimate DIY Winter Blow Dry Tutorial
Now that you’ve got the winter hair hacks down, let’s put it all together for the ultimate winter-proof blow dry with two tutorials suitable for both clip in and permanent hair extensions.
Prep Your Hair:
Let’s start by setting the perfect foundation for your winter-proof blowout! Begin by washing your Remy hair extensions with our nourishing Deep Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner to ensure your strands are soft, hydrated, and ready to take on the elements. If you’re wearing clip in extensions, make sure to remove them before washing. If you have permanents in such as tape ins or nanos, then washing as you would your normal hair is completely fine. Rinse thoroughly, and as you step out of the shower, don’t forget to spritz your hair with our Heat Protection Spray to shield it from the heat styling tools ahead.
Next, grab our Detangling Hairbrush and gently work through any knots or tangles, ensuring your hair is smooth and free of frizz. This is the key to a polished blowout! Now, blow dry your hair until it’s mostly dry but still slightly damp – this will give you the best base for styling. As your hair is drying, section it off using our Alligator Clips to keep each part manageable.
Style Your Hair
This is where the magic happens! Take each section of hair and dry it using either a round brush and hairdryer or even a blow-dry brush, the choice is yours. Lift and curver under as you dry to add volume and movement to the hair. This will give you a sleek, smooth base to work with and ensure your blowout is long-lasting.
Now, it's time to take your hair to the next level. For that flawless volume only achieved from a good blow dry, roll each section up into medium or large Velcro rollers, depending on the vibe you're going for. If you’re after a chic, sleek, understated look – think Cher Horowitz from Clueless – use medium-sized rollers all around your head. This creates a subtle, smooth volume that’s sophisticated and polished. If you're craving more of a bouncy, dramatic, retro blowout that’s full of life, opt for larger rollers in the T-section of your head, focusing on the crown, bangs, and framing pieces. These will add the perfect lift and curl to your blowout, making it pop!
Allow the rollers to set for as long as you can – this will help lock in the shape and volume. Once the rollers are cool, gently remove them and watch your hair come to life!
Final Look:
To seal the deal, finish your blow dry with medium hold hairspray for an extra dose of smoothness and hold. This will keep your hair soft, shiny, and resistant to the winter elements, like wind and humidity. The result? A picture-perfect blowout that’s effortlessly styled and ready to take on whatever the weather throws at it! Whether you go sleek and chic or bold and voluminous, your hair will be flawless, hydrated, and protected all season long.
Winter Blowout with Clip In Hair Extensions
For clip-in hair extensions, you’ll need to wash, prep and style your natural hair first before adding your clip ins. Once your hair has been styled, curled or placed in rollers of your choice, you’ll need to take your set of extensions and clip them in the remaining sections left on the head, before pin curling, styling and letting the curls set, allowing them to blend with your own tresses in a natural fashion. Finish by adding a medium hold hair spray and let your hair sit for around an hour before delicately undoing your curls.
Conclusion:
No matter what Mother Nature throws your way, with these tips in your back pocket, you’ll be armed and ready to face snowstorms, chilly winds, and dry indoor heating without a hair out of place. Remember, winter weather may be relentless, but your blowout game can become even stronger. So grab your round brush, crank up that blow dryer, and show winter who’s boss – one gorgeous, voluminous blowout at a time!
Cliphair have a wide variety of luxury clip in hair extensions, as well as professional options like permanent extensions. Choose from our extensive collection of clip ins, tapes, weaves, nano rings and more for a jaw dropping transformation either at home or in your salon. All of our clip in and professional hair extensions range are high quality human hair extensions, meaning they are made from 100% Remy human hair and are some of the finest available on the market. Whatever you decide, you’ll always be making the right choice with Cliphair.
