Get the perfect blowout for the holidays using REDKEN Blow Dry collection called Pillow Proof.
During the Fall and Winter, many curly girls like to wear their ringlets straight to avoid tangles and single strand knots caused by the harsh cold and wind. Before any straightening can occur, it is important that the blow out be perfected. This first step can be tedious and the REDKEN blow dry collection featuring REDKEN Pillow Proof products can make everything so much easier and save time during your blowout.
Step #1: Heat Protection
Heat protection is the first step to protecting you precious curls from heat damage. REDKEN Pillow Proof blow dry express primer ($22 for 4.7 oz) is a time saving blow dry primer with heat protection. I applied this primer to my damp hair and the water seemed to disappear once my blow dryer tuned on. It helped to really speed up the usual 10 minutes per section into less than half that. Here are a few key features of the REDKEN Pillow Proof blow dry express primer:
- Anti-breakage
- 3X stronger hair
- Cuts blowdry time
- Protects hair from heat up to 450° F
Step #2: Shine and Style
I believe this is the heart of the REDKEN blow dry collection. The Diamond Oil Glow Dry ($32 for 3.4 oz) is a style enhancing blow-dry oil that when paired with the REDKEN Pillow Proof blow dry express primer, really helps to reduce blow dry time. The Glow Dry also adds shine to the hair and acts as a lightweight styler to all hair types. I used this after applying the REDKEN Pillow Proof blow dry express primer and the oil made my hair feel super soft and non-brittle. A little of this goes a long way and I enjoyed the light fragrance this oil has as well. The REDKEN Diamond Oil Glow Dry also features REDKEN’s heat responsive oil technology with has transforming silicones that evaporate when heat is applied to add manageability, shine and shape control.
Step #3: Style Extension
To make that amazing blowout last, REDKEN’s Pillow Proof blow dry two day extender ($18 for 3.4 oz) is an oil absorbing dry shampoo to make sure your hair and scalp stay fresher, longer. This cool, sheer spray has a revitalizing fragrance that neutralizes odor and helps to extend the life of the blow-out. The two day extender also:
- Absorbs oil
- Has a neutral shade thats great for even dark hair
- Mild control powder
- Instantly refreshes hair
- Preps hair for updos by giving extra grip
Before using REDKEN Pillow Proof
Before a blow dry session, I make sure my hair is clean and I do a protein deep conditioner treatment. My hair at this point, is about 70% dry with no body or volume.
After Blow out using REDKEN Pillow Proof
After the blowout, my hair was so light and airy to the touch. Very soft and manageable. Additionally, my hair did not smell burnt at all. There is a light fragrance which is not over bearing and leaves the hair smelling great. I also like that there is no residue as well on my hair and my hair is not greasy or weighed down from the Diamond Oil.
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