Hair dryer attachments: what they are and what they are needed for

If you managed to get acquainted with the article we previously presented, which discussed how to choose a hair dryer, today the site “Thing” will expand the boundaries of your knowledge and tell you which hair dryer attachments can be its components.

In view of the fact that almost every model of hair dryer presented on the modern household appliances market is equipped with at least one attachment from a great variety, in order to use this or that device it is necessary to determine its functions.

Rules for using a hairdryer

If you prefer to dry your hair not naturally, but with a hairdryer, then you should know that it is unacceptable to use it on wet hair . Before drying, absorb any excess moisture present on your hair with a towel, then comb the strands with a wide-tooth comb, and, of course, apply mousse or some other styling product of your choice.

Hair is dried with a hairdryer located at a 20-centimeter distance from the head. This process begins with the top strands by lifting them with your fingers or a comb-brush.

Basic Rules

To style your hair at home using a hair dryer quickly and beautifully, you need to follow several rules:

Immediately after washing your hair, you need to dry your hair a little naturally. To do this, wrap your curls in a terry towel for 5–10 minutes, and then run it along the entire length with blotting movements. If you have some free time, then you need to let your hair dry for another 20–30 minutes. In this case, the bulk of the moisture will evaporate from the surface of the strands, and the time of thermal exposure to them will be halved.
Before the procedure, it is recommended to use a thermal protectant that covers each hair with a thin film and reduces damage from hot air. Also, due to the nutrition of curls, electrification after styling is reduced.
Self-installation is carried out in stages. You will need to divide the entire pile into 2 or 3 tiers. To do this, you need to make a horizontal parting above the ears through the back of the head, and collect the upper part with a clip or elastic band. Lay the lower tier, separating small strands equal to half the width of the comb.
During styling, the hairdryer is held with the left hand, and the working hand controls the comb. The air stream should be directed from top to bottom, which will have a beneficial effect on the condition of the curls , covering the scales on the surface of the hair shaft.
For styling you will need a round comb.

It is important to choose natural bristles that will not damage your curls when rubbing during drying.

Know! Iron combs cause hair breakage and tangling.

Nozzles in the form of concentrators

It is difficult to imagine a hair dryer that does not have a concentrator, because these attachments are components for each hair dryer model . They are a cylindrical figure, hollow from the inside and flattened towards the end, which is placed on the hair dryer with its base. Concentrators allow you to direct air masses in a given direction (thereby preventing air dispersion and ensuring faster drying of hair).

When choosing a professional hair dryer, be sure to look at its concentrator , because just by looking at this component, you can conclude whether the equipment in front of you is professional or not.

Each concentrator, intended for professional use, has standard dimensions - length 50-74 mm, width 60-90 mm. If you use a hairdryer whose concentrator width exceeds 10 mm (on the flattened side), you can forget about the gentle effect of this device on your hair.

The condition of your hair directly depends on how narrow the walls are in this type of attachment. As a rule, many hairdressers prefer very narrow concentrators in their work , which allow each strand of hair to be perfectly styled. But you shouldn’t turn a blind eye to the disadvantages that exist in narrow varieties of attachments, namely: a negative effect on the hair structure and the possibility of getting a slight scalp burn.

The main sign of a non-professional hair dryer, according to the website 6tu4ka.ru, is the wide and short hair dryer concentrator attachments included in most travel and low-cost models.

As for professional hairdressing equipment, the concentrator not only has the correct dimensions, but can also rotate. This is necessary so that you can comfortably hold the hair dryer in your hands while changing the direction of the air masses. However, even if the nozzle is in a static position, check how well it is secured . Sometimes you may notice that not every concentrator attachment is properly attached to the hair dryer; some of them have the unpleasant property of falling out of the device at the most inopportune moment.

Hair dryer attachments - why are they needed and how to use them?

There are two types of hair dryer attachments. They are completely different - they are structured differently and serve different purposes. The topic is interesting, let's look at it in detail.

What types of hair dryer attachments are there?
Concentrator attachments - how do they work and why are they needed?
Why is a hair dryer without a concentrator ineffective?
What are the dangers of using a concentrator?
Diffuser nozzles - how are they supposed to work and why is there any doubt about it?
Not with nozzles alone...

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Diffuser nozzles

The diffuser nozzle looks like a wide tube tapering towards the base, which fits directly onto the hair dryer. This device, like a sieve, passes, filters and disperses powerful air masses emanating from the hair dryer, thereby sparing your hair.

Attachments for some hair dryer models can also be represented by elongated “tubercles” rounded towards the tips, which, when drying hair, slightly lift it, giving volume to the hair - this is, in any case, what representatives of some hair dryer manufacturing companies broadcast from screens and advertising brochures .

Of course, thanks to diffusers, you can dry hair of any length very quickly , but their ability to add volume and fullness to your hair, let’s say, is questionable. Even if, heeding the admonitions of advertising, you bring the diffuser close to your hair and scroll it a little so that it captures as much hair as possible, the styling will look not voluminous, but sloppy (this is, in any case, claimed by those who worked with a diffuser). And the “tubercles”, when heated, can cause a burn to the scalp.

If you decide to experiment with using a diffuser as a means of adding volume to your hair, then pay close attention to the length of the “tubercles” (or “fingers”): a short length is clear evidence that this accessory is intended exclusively for drying hair. But with the long “fingers” that some hair dryer attachments are equipped with, it may be possible to add volume to your hair.

Hairdressers and stylists may recommend using a diffuser attachment for women who prefer perms. However, in this difficult matter, so that the result does not become a cause of grief, practice is necessary. True (compared to a concentrator), a diffuser has a more gentle effect on the hair.

If you want your hair to look great and not break, buy a hairdryer equipped with a Twist diffuser , which, when turning, grabs several curls of hair and thoroughly dries each of them.

How to use a diffuser?

No less popular recently are devices with diffusers, which have good functionality. This device has a structure that is attached to the base of the device and a wide socket. It has numerous holes and plastic fingers.

Unlike the concentrator nozzle, the air passing through these numerous holes turns into a light breeze, which allows you to dry a large area of hair in the shortest possible time and with high quality. The diffuser attachment is very useful for those with voluminous and thick hair. Another possibility is the formation of beautiful ringlets and curls.

But how to use a diffuser on a hair dryer? To obtain a quality result, it is also important to follow basic safety precautions. It should not be brought very close to the surface of the head, since a powerful stream of hot air can cause a burn.

Despite the number of different equipment on the market - hair dryers, curling irons and electric curlers, more and more girls prefer to know how to style their hair without a hair dryer? If you don’t have this simple household device at hand, then use these simple tips. In addition, they can significantly improve the condition and structure of curls.

Hair dryer brush attachments

The nozzle, represented by a brush, has a round shape and is equipped with holes through which warm air escapes while drying the hair. It is worth noting that hair dryer models that contain this type of attachment are, as a rule, not intended for professional use , due to the fact that their power leaves much to be desired.

Briefly about the main thing, or what this or that brush attachment is intended for

a universal round brush equipped with plastic teeth - allows you to transform your hair into curls;
comb attachment - allows you to dry your hair and give it the desired volume;
wide diameter comb – designed for drying and styling hair;
a round brush equipped with natural bristles – gives hair shine during drying;
a brush in which the teeth are hidden - allows you to create perfect curls;
universal curling iron – designed for curling hair;
small diameter curling iron - designed for curling very small curls;
The attachment is in the form of a half rounded brush – straightens even chemically curled hair.

To prevent your hair dryer from drying out your hair while drying, pay attention to hair dryer attachments, which, if used correctly, can serve you well.
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Basic blow drying techniques

To get the desired hairstyle, it is important to understand how to properly do the main types of styling.

Root volume

Volume after special shampoos or conditioners has a short-term property, especially on thin or heavy hair. blow drying will help to strengthen it .

Step by step:

To style, you need to lower your head down, throwing all your hair forward.
Starting from the back of the head, dry the strands from the roots to the ends with a round comb.
completely dry hair with a cold stream and tilt your head back , go through the cold air again, giving the necessary shape with a sparse comb.
If necessary, fix with varnish.

Advice! A leave-in volumizing spray, which is applied to the roots before the thermal protectant, will allow you to maintain the resulting effect.

Brushing

Using a cylindrical comb and a hairdryer, you can straighten, curl or lift hair of any length from the roots - this is brushing.

The best comb for blow-drying hair depends on the type of bristles and base material. It is better to give preference to ceramic or iron brushes with natural or nylon bristles.

For brushing, you should divide all the strands into segments , collecting the upper part with an elastic band. Place a curl on the brush and place a hairdryer on top. The movements should be synchronous with both hands: from roots to tips.

If you need to curl the ends, the comb rotates in one place for several seconds, which will form a strand curled inward or outward.

This video shows how to blow dry hair.

How to straighten

To straighten and shine your hair, you will also need a high-quality round comb and a hair dryer with a concentrator attachment.

Straightening begins after the preparatory stage by highlighting the lower tier with a horizontal parting. Collect the upper part into a bun.

Place the strand furthest from the face on the comb at the roots, and place the hair dryer on top so that the wide part of the nozzle hole is parallel to the width of the comb. The angle should be acute in relation to the roots , that is, the air stream is directed downwards.

Important! Turn on the hair dryer and simultaneously move the device and comb down, repeating the steps until the strands are completely straightened.

Dry all your hair in this manner, finishing with cold air.

Blow drying curly hair

For curly hair, a great styling option would be to blow-dry with a diffuser attachment.

The prepared hair is divided into tiers or small segments. A hairdryer with a nozzle is brought to the ends and lifts the strands up, trying to collect all the curls inside. After this, the hair dryer is turned on and dried in a circular motion.

Carefully! There is no need to bring the diffuser directly to the scalp: hot air from the holes can cause burns or cause excessive dryness and dandruff.

How to style medium length hair?

Shoulder-length hair is the most convenient length for styling with this attachment. By following the instructions below, you will get volume and romantic waves:

Divide all your hair into zones: occipital, 2 temporal, crown and the remaining - parietal. Secure them for convenience with clips or crabs.
You can “comb” the strand with your fingers, or, in extreme cases, with a comb with long, sparse teeth.
It is correct to start from the occipital area, so it should be treated first with the product. Rub the styling mixture a little between your palms and apply it to your hair using light tapping movements.
For convenience, tilt your head to the side. Apply the disconnected hair dryer with the nozzle to the ends. Using rotating movements, as if winding the hair around the “spikes”, place the entire strand into the nozzle.
Turn on the hairdryer on minimum setting. The air should be warm. Dry your hair for a couple of minutes, occasionally massaging the roots. This adds volume to the hairstyle.
Lay the temples and crown in the same way.
Having reached the front (parietal) zone, decide on the parting, treat your hair with the product and dry it, tilting your head to the side in which the parting will be.
Lightly fluff up your hair with your hands. If necessary, run the diffuser through your hair again and apply hairspray.

An art stylist will show you how to style your hair using a diffuser attachment and create a voluminous hairstyle in the following video:

How to style curly hair into curls?

If your hair is naturally curly, then styling your hair will be even easier. To do this, apply mousse to clean, damp hair, tilting your head down. The product should be applied with your hands, collecting and fixing the strand in your fist for a couple of seconds. Next, using a nozzle with “spikes,” we dry the hair in sections, as if winding it around a diffuser.

Raise your head, distribute all the strands into the desired style. Go through the hairdryer again, without tilting your head. Shake your hair with your hands and spray with hairspray.

When choosing a hair dryer, pay attention to whether the diffuser attachment is included in the package, because thanks to it you can create a hairstyle with a “wet effect” or style your hair in natural swirls in a matter of minutes.

If your hair dryer does not come with a diffuser, you can purchase one separately. When choosing, focus on the diameter of the equipment ring from which the air flow comes. Don't forget about styling products.

Capabilities and types of devices

This name hides a device that simultaneously dries and styles hair. There are several types of such attachments that have their own “talents”.

A standard diffuser attachment for any hair dryer is included with purchase. Rounded fingers—“spikes”—protrude on the disk perpendicular to the surface. This concept is needed to distribute the air coming from the nozzle in order to dry the head of hair faster.
The nozzle specially designed for volume has much longer spikes, and each of them also has an additional nozzle for air outlet. What are they needed for? This design assumes that heated air will reach the roots and lift them away from the edge.
But in a curling diffuser there are much fewer spikes and they are shorter. This helps avoid tangling the strands while using the hairdryer.
Girls with hair like Rapunzel's can be encouraged to use silicone diffusers - even the most luxurious and long strands will not get tangled in such spikes.
Finally, there is a diffuser that can be used to add volume to very fine hair. Its base disk seems to be pressed into the center and has unequal spikes. This allows maximum impact on the head area.

Another bonus of the device is head massage. This stimulates blood circulation and helps the bulbs receive more nutrients. Obviously, such an effect will strengthen the hair - it will be strong, thick and healthy.

Useful tips

In order for the styling to be effective, beautiful and not traumatic for the hair, it is advisable to listen to the advice of those who already have considerable experience in using a diffuser.

Here are some useful tips:

Despite the fact that a diffuser is considered a gentle styling tool, it should not be abused. As a result of drying your hair too often with hot air, it becomes dry and brittle. And itchy scalp is a very unpleasant consequence.
Before using the attachment, try to protect your curls and skin from thermal effects with special cosmetics.
Do not dry wet hair that is still dripping with water. Gently remove excess moisture with a towel. This is a must.

And one more secret - for curling it is very convenient to twist the strands, moving in a circle. The reference point in this case is the crown. This way you will be able to avoid tangling already dried curls and their contact with still wet ones.