You can't underestimate the power of a good blow-dry. That feeling of leaving the salon feeling primed-to-perfection is one of the best, and we have speedy, functional blow-dry bars to thank. See which salons Grazia recommends for a polished blow-out, below.
Blow-dry bars
1 of 9Blush + Blow
Fulham based salon Blush + Blow was built on the mantra 'blow-dries are a girl's best friend', and we couldn't agree more. Pop in for a quick blow-dry as a one-off, or treat yourself to their monthly blow-dry pass. Go on, you know you want to...Blow-dries available for £30.
2 of 9Samantha Cusick
Situated in the heart of Notting Hill, just off Portobello Road, you'll find the decadent Samantha Cusick salon. Set over two floors and featuring tropical-inspired designs, the salon is the perfect place for a catch-up with friends over a blow-dry. Why? Well, thanks to the pop-up bar, which offers complimentary cocktails including the salon's signature 'Mermaid Martini'. Mmm.Blow-dries available from £30.
3 of 9Butchers Salon
Independently run Butchers Salon, which is based in Shoreditch, was thought up by hair stylist friends Susannah Jones and Katie Knox. A blow-dry here is perfect for those of you who only use all-natural products on your hair, as this salon prides itself on achieving great mane results without the chemical warfare.Blow-dries available from £35.
4 of 9DryBy London
Practically made for modern women with busy lifestyles, DryBy London offers quick blow-dry services that will leave you looking like a star. There's five blow-dry styles to choose from, including sleek and straight, subtle waves and bouncy blow-outs.Blow-dries available from £35.
5 of 9SHOW Dry
Luxury hair brand SHOW Dry also offer blow-dry services in their state-of-the-art salons across London. If you're juggling a busy schedule and are short for time, you can opt for an express blow-dry which lasts approximately 30 minutes.Blow-dries available from £20.
6 of 9Duck & Dry
Trendy hair salon meets evening bar at Duck & Dry. After getting your blow-dried in a signature Duck & Dry style, why not pop over to the prosecco bar to toast your new 'do in style.Blow-dries available from £35.
7 of 9Paul Edmonds
This Georgian-inspired Knightsbridge salon takes a holistic approach to hair - and you're guaranteed to walk out with a model-worthy blow-dry. In fact, the founder Paul Edmonds has been the hair squad for the latest series of Britain's Next Top Model, so you're in very safe hand.Blow-dries available from £30.
8 of 9AER Blowdry Bar
Open early 'till late, the AER Blowdry Bar is perfect if you're always working long hours, but still want to beautify yourself. The AER stylists are on-hand to create bespoke blow-dry looks to suit you, so you leave looking - and feeling - your best.Blow-dries available from £35.
9 of 9Charles Worthington
Charles Worthington's salon empire extends to three London outposts - Percy Street, a stone's throw from Tottenham Court Road tube, the House of CW flagship in Covent Garden, and a City salon, the Broadgate – making it the perfect option for a pre- or post- work spruce-up. You'd be in safe hands with CW's crack team of stylists for a fashion-forward cut or colour change (they've created looks for LFW and the BAFTAs over the years), but we'll always be huge fans of their glossy blow-outs. Blow dries available from £30
Can't make it into the salon? Discover the products that will help you get a salon-worthy blow-out at home, below:
Introduce texture and lift to flat hair with the TIGI Catwalk Root Boost Spray.
Viviscal Gorgeous Growth Densifying Shampoo and Conditioner, £9.99 each
Bouncy blow-dries look best on luscious, thick hair. If your strands are fine or thinning, try using the Viviscal shampoo and conditioner to create the appearance of fuller hair.
Create a big, bouncy blow-out with Balmain Paris' round brush, which features a slick ceramic barrel and soft bristles for frizz-free hair.
Ideal for those of you with thick, unruly hair, this reshapable heat-styling cream will help tame your strands and eliminate frizz.
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