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It may seem counterintuitive since were all aware of heat damage, hairdresser Dejan Garz explains.
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However, blow drying is actually gentler on most hair types.
Below, he shares professional tips on how to dry your hair as gently as possible.
Why is blow drying better for your hair than air drying?
Our hair is incredibly prone to damage when wet, explains Garz.
The longer the hair stays wet, the more susceptible it is to damage.
Natural curls, in particular, look nicer when theyre air dried.
How to blow dry your hair correctly (and gently!)
Otherwise your hair will get tangled and frizzy, he says.
