Ever wondered what that little blue button on your blow dryer is for? The cool shot button is your secret hairstyling assistant. It makes your blowout last longer and your locks extra sleek. All you need to do is learn how to use it properly.
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Michael Douglas, the award-winning celebrity hairstylist with over 35 years of professional experience, is here to show you the hidden potential of your blow dryer. He uses the cool shot button on his client’s blow dryer and explains the benefits of alternating between hot and cold air while styling. Check out this simple yet life-changing hair trick!
“Humidity is the enemy of all hairstyles. So if you leave moisture in your hair, your hairstyle will break,” the hair expert explains. But what does cold air have to do with it? While warm air dries out your locks, cold air locks in the shape of the strand and adds volume to your hairstyle. By blowing cold air over warm air, your hair goes from soft and flexible to strong and smooth, just like glass.
The cold shot also helps to close the hair cuticle, which increases shine and silkiness while preventing frizz and loss of volume. The cold shot function on your hairdryer is a form of protective blow-drying technique because it maintains a balanced temperature profile, which means your hair is less exposed to heat.
