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What is a Blowout?

Blowouts Made Simple: How Drybar Products Help You Achieve Salon-Quality Style Anytime.

Step up your hair game with the tools and products designed to deliver smooth, bouncy blowouts that last.

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BLOWOUT

| ’blō,out |

NOUN

The act of transforming freshly washed hair into smooth, voluminous, styled perfection using the right prep, tools, and technique.
A state of instant confidence, effortless vibes, and the undeniable feeling that you’re ready for anything.
The ultimate good-hair-day energy that lasts well beyond wash day.

Synonyms: confidence, glow-up, radiance, joy, bounce, shine, attitude, bliss, heaven on earth

So, What is a Blowout?

At its core, a blowout is the magical moment when freshly washed hair meets the right tools and a little styling know-how. It’s not just “drying your hair”—it’s transforming damp strands into something smooth, shiny, bouncy, and totally intentional. Think of it as the ultimate hair glow-up: volume where you want it, sleekness where you need it, and that swishy, “who is she?” confidence that follows you everywhere.

And here’s the best part: blowouts aren’t limited to one look. Whether you’re craving glossy, pin-straight strands, beachy texture, or va-va-voom waves, the blowout is your blank canvas. It’s your hair, your mood, your runway… and the blowout is how you make it all happen.

HOW DOES A BLOWOUT WORK?
We’ve revolutionized the traditional blowout, offering 8 unique styles, from old Hollywood waves to sleek, city-inspired hair, to get the look you want. Here are the 7 basic steps to delivering our signature blowouts:

Prep your hair with a shampoo + conditioner to create a healthy foundation. Out Blowout Defense™ collection preps your hair specifically for long-lasting blowouts.
Towel dry to remove excess water (don’t rub—just blot!).
Apply your styling products — like Prep Rally or Liquid Glass Smoothing Blowout Cream — depending on the look you’re going for.
Section with Hold Me Hair Clips to make styling manageable.
Blow-dry using the All-Inclusive™ to take your hair from wet, to dry, to styled with one tool.
Lock it in with the “cool shot” button for shine and lasting power.
Finish with products like Triple Sec or Final Call to add texture, hold, or protection.
Optional: Add hot tools for extra polish, volume, or waves.

HOW LONG DOES A BLOWOUT LAST?
A blowout is designed to last - and it can hold its shape for several days, depending on the texture and thickness of your hair. Detox Dry Shampoo can help revive your blowout and make refresh your 7-day blowout instantly.^*

WHEN TO GIVE YOURSELF A BLOWOUT?
Whenever you want! Blowouts aren’t just for big events—they’re for any day you want to feel amazing. Whether it’s Monday morning confidence, midweek pick-me-ups, or Saturday night glam, Drybar products make it easy to get your best hair at home.

LOOKING TO TREAT YOURSELF?

Sometimes the best way to enjoy a blowout is to sit back and let the experts take over. Book an appointment at your nearest Drybar location to enjoy a little hair bliss.

*Based on third-party consumer study

Our Favorite Blowout Products

The perfect blowout looks different for everyone—sleek and smooth, full of volume, softly tousled. Whatever your signature style, Drybar's products and tools help you create a salon-quality look at home that’s uniquely yours. Because great hair isn’t one-size-fits-all—it's personalized!