Mid-length and Layered Blow-drying Course

It is all about the control and technique, whilst thinking about the finished result when it comes to blow-drying. The key to blow-drying is the technique of handling the brush, tension, and hair, which is what you will learn during this course. Perfect for hair stylists both at the beginning of their careers and experienced stylists alike looking to perfect their blow-drying skills. You’ll learn how to conduct effective consultations with your clients and four new blow-drying techniques. With course materials from leading educators in the industry such as Graham Oglesby, Snowden Hill, and Stacey Broughton, you’ll expand your repertoire and create styles that will impress your clients.

Course Content

Lesson 1 Consultation for styling and dressing services

• Understand the basics of preparation with this tutorial, including everything you need to do before blow-drying or styling your client’s hair. Learn how to identify factors that may limit the service or style you are providing, from hair growth patterns to lifestyle choices and jobs.

Lesson 2 Mid-length layered shape above the shoulders blow-dry

• During this tutorial, you will cover the basic blow-drying techniques, such as how to blow-dry hair naturally away from the face. From wrap-drying to removing moisture, to building the supporting shape in the outline, the emphasis is on the importance of focusing on the final style.

Lesson 3 Mid-length blow-dry with fringe placement

• Learn how to create this luxurious look with advice on using tongs through the back and interior to volumize the hair's texture. The end result will be cool and on-trend, and your clients will love the sultry fringe and overall opulence of this stunning style.

Lesson 4 Uniform layer blow-dry

• In lesson four you will focus on this classic style. Learning how to work with the hairstyle’s shape, length, and texture, controlling movement and root direction in a layered shape.

Lesson 5 Graduated blow-dry shapes

• In your final lesson, you will learn how to create a graduated blow dry. You will learn how to follow the correct drying procedure, from the perimeter up, to support the internal shape. This is an essential technique for hairdressers that you can fall back on it throughout your career.