7 Blowout Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Style
You left the salon with a flawless blowout—smooth, bouncy, full of life. Two days later? Flat, frizzy, and greasy. 😩 What happened?
Chances are, you’re making a few sneaky mistakes that are shortening the lifespan of your blowout without even realizing it. As a hairstylist who works with busy women in Toronto, I’m here to help you fix that.
Let’s go over the top 7 blowout mistakes—and what to do instead—to make your style last longer, look better, and feel like it was done by a pro every single time.
And hey—if you're still unsure what products or routine your hair type actually needs, start with my FREE Personalized Hair Care Quiz! It’s quick, easy, and totally tailored.
This one’s a biggie. Aggressive scrubbing creates frizz before you even step out of the shower.
Do this instead:
Massage your scalp gently using your fingertips—not your nails—and let the shampoo do the work.
Pro Tip: Use a clarifying shampoo like Redken Cleansing Cream once a week to reset your hair without stripping it.
Blow dryers, round brushes, hot tools... it’s a heat storm. And without protection? You’re frying your strands. 😬
Fix it fast: Apply a leave-in with heat protection (hello, Olaplex No. 6) before you even think about grabbing that dryer.
We love volume, but applying heavy serums or oils at your roots? That’s a no from me. ❌
Try this instead:
Keep styling products mid-length to ends, and only apply texture spray or dry shampoo at the root.
Waiting too long before blow-drying lets your hair start to dry unevenly—and that means frizz, weird bends, and less hold.
Golden rule:
Towel blot gently, apply products, and start blow-drying ASAP while hair is still damp.
This is one of the easiest ways to make your blowout look... meh. If you just randomly aim the dryer at your head, you’re not shaping the hair properly.
Salon Secret: Work in small sections using a round brush and always dry from roots to ends. Hit each section with a cool shot to lock it in.
Finishing products should match your hair type and how you want your style to feel.
Frizzy or thick hair? Use Sexy Hair Shine Spray for smoothness.
Fine or oily-prone hair? Try Redken Volume Maximizer Thickening Spray to give hold and volume without greasiness.
Pro Tip: Always finish with Olaplex Oil to seal and protect the cuticle.
This one hurts... literally. Sleeping with loose hair causes breakage, frizz, and flattens your blowout.
Save your style with:
A silk pillowcase 🛏️
Loose pin curls or a high pineapple bun
A silk scarf or bonnet
Conclusion: Style Smarter, Not Harder
The truth? Blowouts don’t fail because of your technique—they fail because of these little habits. With a few tweaks, you can wake up with hair that looks like it was just done. 💁♀️
Want to build a routine that actually works for YOUR hair?
Take my FREE Personalized Hair Care Quiz and start styling smarter today.
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