How to Blowout Your Hair for Long-Lasting Curls ( Stylist Tips for Beachy Volume)
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When it comes to curls that actually last, the secret isn’t just in your curling iron — it starts at the blowout stage while the hair is still wet. In this tutorial, I walk you through the exact technique I use behind the chair to help clients achieve soft, effortless, beach-wave curls that stay in place for days.
Many people struggle with curls falling flat within a few hours, and the biggest reason is that the hair wasn’t shaped correctly during the drying process. Once the hair is dry, it tends to hold the form it was dried into, so if you skip this step, your curls won’t stay. This blog post breaks down what’s happening in the video and explains why this method works so well.
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Why Shaping the Hair When It’s Wet Makes a Huge Difference
Hair is most moldable while it’s wet. As it dries, it slowly “locks in” to whatever shape you create.
If you dry your hair straight and then curl it — the curl will fight against the straight shape underneath.
By twisting and shaping the hair during the blowout, you set the foundation for a stronger, longer-lasting wave. Your curling iron then becomes a finishing tool, not the main source of the curl.
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Step 1: Start With Damp, Prepped Hair
Before you begin:
• Towel dry the hair so it’s damp, not dripping
• Add your heat protectant
• Apply a lightweight mousse or texture spray for grip
• Make sure the hair is detangled and sectioned
This gives you a clean canvas to start building the curl pattern.
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Step 2: Use a Round Brush to Twist and Shape the Curl
This step is the key to the entire technique.
Using a round brush, wrap the hair around the barrel and begin twisting the brush while you blow-dry. Instead of smoothing the hair straight, you’re creating a curl pattern with the brush and blow dryer.
It mimics what a curling iron does — but without the same direct heat.
This creates:
• Softer waves
• More natural movement
• A longer-lasting base curl
Think of this step as “pre-curling” your hair before the curling iron ever touches it.
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Step 3: Completely Dry the Hair to Set the Shape
This part is non-negotiable:
The hair has to be 100% dry.
Even slightly damp hair won’t hold shape.
Once the hair is fully dry, your curls will be more defined, smoother, and much more likely to last.
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Step 4: Reinforce the Curl With a Curling Iron (Optional)
Once your blowout is done, you’ll already see the wave forming.
The curling iron is just a finishing step:
• Lightly enhance the curls
• Add definition
• Polish the ends
• Touch up any pieces you want to stand out
Because the foundation is already created during the blowout, you don’t need to use as much heat — which means your curls stay healthy and last longer.
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Why This Method Makes Your Curls Last for Days
By shaping the curl while the hair is wet and then reinforcing it, you’re layering two curl-setting techniques:
1. Wet setting (during the blowout)
2. Heat setting (curling iron finish)
Together, this creates a curl pattern that’s stronger, smoother, and far more resistant to humidity, brushing, or daily wear.
Clients love this technique because:
• Their curls look more effortless and natural
• They can go multiple days without restyling
• They use less heat overall
• The curls don’t collapse as quickly
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Who This Technique Works For
This method is perfect for:
• Anyone whose curls fall flat quickly
• Hair that struggles to hold heat-only curls
• Fine hair that needs body
• Medium/thick hair that feels heavy
• Clients wanting soft, beachy texture
• Anyone who wants their style to last 2–3 days
It’s also ideal for salon clients who want to re-create professional results at home.
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Final Thoughts
If you’ve ever felt like your curls never last, this blowout technique will completely change your styling routine. The secret is in shaping the hair while it’s wet, drying with intention, and finishing with a little heat to lock everything in. It’s simple, efficient, and creates gorgeous beach-wave curls that truly last.
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