Nothing compares to a professional blowout, but with the right techniques, it is possible to achieve and maintain that salon look at home. Here, hairdressers reveal their best tips, tools, and products for shiny, beautiful hair.When it comes to getting just-stepped-out-of-the-salon hair at home, your stylist really is your stylist secrets weapon. They know the cuts and products that are best for your particular type of hair, and the tools that can help you maintain the look. Of course, nothing quite compares to a professional blowout.
Get a Good Haircut & Learn How to Maintain It
“My biggest pet peeve is that clients have really low expectations of their hairstylists,” says Syck. She advises finding a stylist who can create a haircut that’s just right for you and your hair, and who will explain what it’s going to take for you to maintain the look. That usually means getting regular trims, says Tania Moran, a stylist at Swank salon in New York City. “If you have long hair, return every six to eight weeks,” she recommends. “If you want it to grow, wait a bit longer.