Butterfly haircut blowdry tutorial, by Ali hair Academy on YouTube. 9 min 53 s.
- Video length
- 9 min 53 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Start with hair that is towel-dried and damp, not dripping. Spray heat protectant evenly through the lengths and ends, then comb it through with a wide-tooth comb.
Split the hair into sections. Clip the top half up out of the way and leave the bottom layers loose, so you dry one thin section at a time.
Rough dry the roots on medium heat, lifting the hair upward with your fingers. Stop when the hair is about 80 percent dry.
Take a section at the bottom and run the round brush through it, following with the nozzle pointed down the hair shaft. Roll the brush under at the ends for a soft flick.
Work around the back and sides, drying each section the same way. Keep the tension firm so the layers come out smooth, not fluffy.
For the curtain bangs, brush them forward, then sweep them left and right with the dryer to set the middle parting. Twist each side around the brush and pull it back off the face.
Release the top layers. Over-direct them upward and back for lift at the crown, then hold the brush in place and hit it with the cool shot for a few seconds.
Finish with a drop of serum rubbed over the ends only. Fluff the roots with your fingers and avoid brushing the bangs flat again.
Tips and common mistakes
Keep the nozzle aimed down the hair shaft to smooth the cuticle instead of roughing it up.
Never hold the dryer right against your scalp or bangs, and keep it moving to avoid heat damage.
Let each section cool on the brush for a few seconds so the shape holds longer.
Skip heavy oils at the roots or the volume at the crown will drop within an hour.
Questions
What size round brush should I use?
A medium barrel of about 3 to 4 cm suits most butterfly cuts. Go smaller for short bangs and larger for long, loose ends.
Can I do this on short hair?
Yes, if you have at least a few centimetres of length in the layers. Short hair needs a smaller brush and less rolling at the ends.
Why does my blow dry fall flat by lunchtime?
Usually too much product at the roots or no cool shot. Set each section with cold air and use only a light cream or mousse.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
