Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen a spike in A-listers opting for classic blow-outs instead of fussy up-dos.
The breakout blow-dry has been seen on Oscar nominees and attendees such as: Zoe Saldana, Nicole Kidman, Kerry Condon, and Oscar Winner Michelle Yeoh, establishing that a great blow-dry has longevity, with a high shine and a healthy finish, it can hold its own on the red carpet.
Jake Nugent OSMO Ambassador says: “Never underestimate the power of a blow dry, and when finished with a high-shine product it gives you a glossy, exquisite finish. On blondes you’ll have illuminated buttery locks, on brunettes and deep black tones a rich depth and candlelight shine, and reds will look more vibrant and robust. The classic OSMO Blinding Shine range delivers salon fabulous hair at-home and takes a blow-dry from basic to blinding.”
- Start with OSMO® Blinding® Shine Shampoo (RRP £5.95 / 19.20) This gently effective formula purifies and revives hair, whilst boosting natural vibrancy, shine and bounce and OSMO® Blinding® Shine Conditioner (RRP £10.1 /23.80\c) Frizz-fighting formula boosts vibrancy and shine, leaving hair soft, healthy, and easy to manage.
- Gently rough dry/semi-dry your hair and aim to remove 70-80% of moisture in your hair before you start blow drying the style. Run a small amount of OSMO® Blinding® Shine Serum (RRP £12.35) through the hair, it helps to tame straight or curly hair, add brilliant shine and super smooth frizz-free results. Infused UV filters aid hair protection, for glossy glamorous results.
- Section your hair on top of the crown (this is the last part we will do) and start with the underneath layers pointing your nozzle downwards following the hair shaft – this keeps hair shaft smooth and leaves you with a controlled finish. Continue until you reach the crown and then blow-dry this with volume directing it how you want your blow-dry to flow.
- A medium heat is best for you to work with, use a heat protectant like OSMO Thermal Defense Heat Protector Spray, £9.99, to ensure no damage and maximum control.
- Use your brush to twist and roll under to create a little movement, blast with heat where you want to manipulate a curl – then set with cool air. If you want less curl pull the brush out and down while drying the ends – and again set with cool air. If you want hold or a sleeker hold and finish, finalise your look with OSMO® Blinding® Shine Illuminating Finisher (RRP £11.45) a high gloss shine spray with a luxe, lightweight formula for a vibrant sleek finish.
Jake Nugent is based in Middlesborough, North Yorkshire and is renowned for his excellent colouring techniques and desirable finishes. His Instagram page is the ultimate in must-want high-shine finishes.