They work by drying the hair evenly all around the head, and are especially great for curly hair, rollers, and intensifying hair treatments. The soft bonnet flexibly fits around any hairstyle—including rollers—but it's the ion generator that dries hair with less damage that makes this dryer extra-special.
How long does it take to dry hair with a bonnet dryer?
Usually, it takes my hair about three hours to dry, but when I put on this quirky contraption (seriously, it reminded me of an inflated air balloon on my head) it dried my hair in an hour and a half. Since you have to leave it on the lowest setting, chances are it may take longer than a regular dryer.
Are bonnet dryers damaging?
Yes, a hood dryer can take much longer to dry hair then a blow dryer, but the results tend to be much less damaging. When damp hair is first coated with a heat protection spray, wrapped into rollers and then dried under a hood dryer with a low heat/slow setting, the damage from drying is almost non-existent.
How do you use a hair dryer with a soft bonnet?
Soft bonnet dryers are best for enhancing your deep-conditioning routine. Santiago suggests loading up on your favorite treatments and oils while your hair is soaking wet, throwing on a plastic cap, and sitting under your soft bonnet dryer for 20 to 30 minutes.
How do you use a soft bonnet dryer?
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How do bonnet dryers work?
If you're a regular at the salon, then you're familiar with the bonnet, a.k.a. hooded hair dryer. They work by drying the hair evenly all around the head, and are especially great for curly hair, rollers, and intensifying hair treatments.
Is a hooded dryer worth it?
The hooded dryer is definitely a major player in the salon finish. Based on the dryer type (ionic, ceramic, tourmaline) it could reduce frizz, add shine, protect against damage, etc. To top it off, some dryers come with a cool setting to lock in your set, which could add a few days onto your style.
Do drying hoods work?
Because the hair is confined, bonnet dryers are great for reducing frizz and flyaways. They also can help to prevent heat damage and free you up to do other things—like your makeup—while your hair dries.
How long should you stay under a hooded dryer?
It's best to sit under a hooded dryer for 15- 20 minutes, however if you don't have a hooded dryer you can always use a warm towel.
Are bonnet hair dryers good?
According to Santiago, soft bonnet hair dryers are especially great for deep-conditioning treatments (they sit nice and flush to your scalp, so they help open your hair cuticles and lock in hydration), whereas hard-top dryers are best for heat styling (they give you enough room to dry your hair without creating frizz