Blow-drying Tips From a Celebrity Hairstylist

Here are her secrets to getting a beautiful blow-dry at home:

• Use the right brush. For a smooth, straight blowout, use a flat brush. Danielle likes the ones from Mason Pearson (Conair also makes flat brushes, available at drugstores). For bouncy hair with volume, use a round brush.
• Start with damp hair for the best results. Your hair will look fuller and healthier.
• To avoid frizzing, take your time. Dry your hair in sections, and make sure each section is completely dry before moving to the next. If you have coarse hair, make sure the ends are smoothed out.
• If your hair is thin, dry the roots first for volume. Turn your head upside down and lift the roots with your brush or fingers. Once the roots are almost dry, flip your hair back over and blow-dry from midway down the hair shafts to the ends. Avoid going over the roots again with the hair dryer or brush, because this will flatten them.
• If you have curly hair, leave-in conditioner is a must. Apply it to the hair (starting at ends and working your way up), then blow-dry.