You can't underestimate the power of a good blow-dry, but sometimes you don't want to pick up a hairdryer and do it yourself. 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:
For weightloss body and movement, cleanse and condition your hair with the new Kerluxe Aquavol range. Inspired by the technology of advanced skincare, this brand has your scalp and hair needs at the very forefront of their mind. So as well as providing you with the perfect blow-out base, this shampoo and conditioner will help support the health of your hair and scalp.
Whether you've had a blow-dry at a salon, or whether you're doing it yourself at home, you'd be wise to invest in the SILKE London Hair Wrap. Wear it when you go to sleep to help prolong your blow-out, keep your hair looking shiny, and to prevent damage to your mane.
Introduce texture and lift to flat hair with the TIGI Catwalk Root Boost Spray. Spritz this stuff everywhere!
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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