What settings should I diffuse my hair with?

DO- Use high heat and a LOW setting. A lower setting enables the air flow to be controlled and localized. The less your curls move during the diffusing process the fewer frizzes you will end up with.

Does diffuser size matter hair?

As mentioned above, the shape, size and/or prong lengths will determine what diffuser works best for your waves, curls or coils. If you have thick and/or long hair, you want to pick a diffuser with a large head and a lot of prongs to let the airflow move across your hair (and cut drying time by half).

What does a hair diffuser do to your hair?

“A diffuser is an attachment for your blow dryer that disperses the air to reduce frizz and keep from disrupting the natural wave pattern,” explains Stephanie Diaz, a hair colorist for Bumble & bumble. “It’s great for any texture, from wavy to corkscrew curls.”

Can a hair diffuser damage hair?

Some naturals can handle the high heat at full force and never experience visible damage, but everyone’s hair is different. Just like flat irons and curling irons, high heat on a blow dryer can cause severe heat damage, even if it’s through a diffuser. Diffusing too often is another way to damage your hair.

Do you diffuse hair with cold or hot air?

Cold Air
Use Cold Air: Using cold air instead of the usual hot air will prevent the hair from stretching and creating frizz. Keep Your Hands Out of The Hair: Let the diffuser do the work for you!

How long should I diffuse my hair?

Move the diffuser around different areas of your head, and don’t stay on any portion for more than 10-20 seconds.

Do diffusers work on 4c hair?

If you’ve ever thought diffusing can’t work for kinkier-curlier type 4 hair, guess again. Diffusers don’t discriminate, enhancing all curly hair types if used with the proper technique. “Diffusing can work for any curl type or texture, but for tighter curls, different rules apply,” Emilio tells.

What diffuser does Zendaya use?

PRODUCTS ZENDAYA USES: Miss Jessie’s Multi Cultural Curls. Microfibre Cloth. DevaCurl Dryer & Diffuser.

How often should you diffuse hair?

“I don’t think you can over diffuse your hair,” Emilio mentions. “Because the diffuser distributes heat, it’s protecting you from being too harsh on one area. You can definitely use the diffuser on a daily basis, if needed.”

Is it okay to diffuse hair everyday?

It’s Okay To Diffuse Daily “I don’t think you can over diffuse your hair,” Emilio mentions. “Because the diffuser distributes heat, it’s protecting you from being too harsh on one area. You can definitely use the diffuser on a daily basis, if needed.”

Why is my hair frizzy after diffusing?

One of the biggest culprits of getting frizzy hair post-diffuser is not using your hair dryer on the lowest heat and pressure setting. “Be patient when diffusing your hair,” says Colombini. “Low heat and low pressure are the best, which create for a longer styling process, but it’s worth it!”