How to Do a Blow Out Hair Hairstyle

A bouncy blowout is one of those hairstyles that makes you feel put together with very little effort once you know what you’re doing. It gives you soft volume, smooth ends, and that polished, salon-style finish you can wear to work, brunch, or a night out.

And with the right tools and a bit of practice, you can do it at home on your own hair.Let’s discuss!

What Is A Blow Out Hairstyle?

A blow out hairstyle is a way of drying and styling your hair using a hairdryer and brush to create volume, smoothness, and shape.

Instead of letting your hair air-dry or rough drying it, you control the direction of the airflow and how the hair wraps around the brush. This helps you get movement at the roots and bend through the mid-lengths and ends.

There are different styles of blow outs. Some people like a straight, glossy finish. Others prefer a more relaxed, lived-in look.

A lot of Australians love a bouncy blow wave with that soft curl at the bottom that looks good for days.

What You Need For A Bouncy Blowout At Home

You don’t need a whole salon set-up. But a few basics make a big difference:

• Hairdryer with a nozzle attachment
• Round brush (ceramic or vented), medium to large size
• Heat protectant spray or cream
• Sectioning clips
• Optional: volumising mousse, smoothing serum, cool setting on your hairdryer

If your hair is very thick or coarse, a more powerful dryer will help speed things up. If your hair is fine, go lighter on products like conditioner and heavy oils so you don’t weigh it down.

Step 1: Start With The Right Wash

A good blow out starts in the shower. Use a shampoo that suits your scalp and a conditioner that matches your hair type. Rinse your conditioner well so your hair doesn’t feel coated. Too much residue can make your blow out fall flat or feel greasy faster.

Gently towel-dry your hair. Don’t rub your hair back and forth in the towel. Just squeeze out the extra water. This reduces frizz and breakage. Your hair should be damp, not dripping, before you start drying.

If you like your blow outs smooth but still full of life, you need to know how to blow dry straight hair with body, bounce and shine. You can find more detail and tips in this guide: Blow Dry Straight Hair With Body, Bounce & Shine.

Step 2: Prep Your Hair For Styling

Before you pick up the dryer, prep your hair. This matters as much as the blow dry itself.

Lightly mist or apply a heat protectant through your mid-lengths and ends. Comb it through so it’s evenly spread. If you want more lift at the roots, you can add a small amount of volumising mousse there and blow dry it in.

Keep product amount under control. Too much can leave your hair sticky or heavy. Start small. You can always add more next time if it doesn’t feel like enough.

Step 3: Section Your Hair

Sectioning looks fussy but it makes everything easier.

• Part your hair how you usually wear it.
• Split your hair horizontally into two main sections: top and bottom.
• Clip the top away and deal with the bottom first.
• With very thick hair, you might want three layers instead of two.

The idea is to work through small, neat sections rather than trying to tackle all your hair at once. This helps you get more control and even results.

Step 4: Rough Dry Before You Style

You don’t want to start your bouncy blow dry on soaking wet hair. It will take too long and create more frizz.

Use your dryer without the brush at first and rough dry until your hair is around 70 to 80 percent dry. Keep the airflow moving and don’t hold the dryer in one spot. Aim the nozzle down the hair shaft as much as possible to help smooth the cuticle.

Once your hair has lost most of its moisture but is still slightly damp, you’re ready to start the actual styling.

Step 5: How To Do A Bouncy Blowout With A Round Brush

This is the part most people worry about, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes a simple routine.

1. Take a small section of hair from the bottom layer, about the width of your round brush.
2. Place the brush underneath the section, near the roots.
3. Pull the brush down the hair slowly while following with the dryer nozzle. Keep the nozzle close but not touching the brush.
4. Always point the airflow down the hair strand. This helps smooth and adds shine.
5. When you reach the ends, roll the brush under or away from your face (depending on the look you want) and keep drying as you roll.

For that classic bouncy blow wave, curl the sections away from your face around the front and slightly under at the back. Let each section cool on the brush for a moment before you unwind it. This sets the shape.

Step 6: Focus On The Roots For Volume

A lot of the “wow” factor from a blow out comes from the roots. If you only curl the ends and leave the roots flat, the style won’t last as well.

When you start each section, lift the hair at the root with the brush. Aim the dryer at the base while pulling up and away from the scalp. Don’t stay in one spot for too long. Keep the brush moving. This creates lift and stops the hair from drying stuck to your head.

If you have a cool shot button on your dryer, use it at the roots after they’re dry. This helps lock in volume.

Step 7: Work Through All Sections

Repeat the process section by section.

• Bottom sections first, then mid-length, then the top layer.
• Around your face, roll the brush so the hair flicks slightly away from your cheeks.
• At the back, use larger sections for a softer, more natural look.

Try to keep your tension even on the brush. If the hair is slipping, use smaller sections. If it’s tangling, slow down and make sure the brush isn’t overloaded.

If you find it hard to manage both the dryer and brush, it might be worth booking a professional haircut and blow wave service in Melbourne to see how a stylist handles your hair and pick up tips: Haircut Blow Wave Service.

Step 8: Protect Your Hair While Blow Drying

Heat damage is real, especially if you use high heat often. You don’t have to fry your hair to get a good blow out.

Use medium heat most of the time, and only go higher if your hair is very thick or coarse. Keep the dryer moving and don’t hold it too close to your hair for long. Letting sections cool before you brush them out also helps.

For more detail on safe heat use and avoiding breakage, this blog post explains how to blow dry hair without damage in simple terms: How To Blow Dry Hair Without Damage.

Step 9: Finish and set your style

Once all your hair is dry and styled, switch to the cool setting on your dryer and give your whole head a quick once-over. This helps set the style and reduce frizz.

You can then:

• Lightly comb through with your fingers to separate the sections.
• Use a small amount of light hairspray if you want extra hold.
• Smooth the very ends with a tiny bit of serum if they look fluffy.

Go easy with finishing products. You’ve already put in the work for your bouncy blow out. You don’t want to dull it with too much spray or oil.

Blow Dry Vs Blow Wave

In everyday talk, people often mix up “blow dry” and “blow wave”. The difference is simple. A blow dry refers to using the dryer to remove moisture and smooth the hair. A blow wave leans more into shaping and curling the hair into waves and bends.

A bouncy blow dry can be straight with movement, while a bouncy blow wave has more obvious curl or bend. If you want to understand this a bit better before you choose your next salon service, this breakdown helps: What’s The Difference Between Blow Dry And Blow Wave?.

In Conclusion

A blow out hairstyle is a simple but effective way to make everyday hair look polished without feeling overdone. With a good wash, the right prep, and a steady blow dry technique, you can get a soft, bouncy finish at home that works for most Australian lifestyles.

If you’d like a professional stylist to handle the work and show you how your hair responds best, you can book a bouncy blow dry or blow wave with us today!