3 OF THE BEST WAYS TO DIFFUSE CURLY HAIR (for definition, volume or elongation)

[@LunaMyStar]

I dropped my Dyson hairdryer on my foot today. Wasn't a fun experience, but still the best hairdryer I've ever used!!!

[@nmamari1091]

Lol,hope ur doin finee😆

[@lagatita1623]

Oops I dropped my big shampoo on mine

[@kekepalmer2281]

I mean if Rihanna says it it has to be true

[@TriciaGrace]

I’ve don’t that with my Dyson diffuser! It hurt! I can’t imagine doing it with the hairdryer - ouch!

[@TriciaGrace]

I so needed this updated refresher video! Love my Dyson too! It also has bumps & chips in it from years of use! Sometimes my hair gets snagged in the chips (which wouldn’t happen had I been following your hover method correctly 🥰).

[@cristinadevriend3679]

What? Dyson sponsored this video and they couldn’t gave her a discount code for her subscribers?! Rude.

[@fireeyes1982]

Seriously! I went straight to the description looking for it too!

[@Chris-hr3fc]

😆

[@MoneyDropMillions]

They could of actually sent her a new dryer for all the years she has on that one.

[@Plushiecandie]

Dyson is greedy af

[@MsTinkerbelle87]

@@Plushiecandie their products ain’t crap…

[@larkspur2482]

Amanda's natural makeup look is so pretty in this video!

[@itsamandapasceri]

Happy texture Tuesday!!! It’s been a while since we shared a diffusing video so I’m excited about this one🥰

[@JuliaJohnGirl]

@Amanda Guido-seems like you’re mixing in some new music? I love it! You and Mell make the best team, best content, best channel on KZbin!

[@isabellarentas206]

It's always a good feeling when you forget that it's Tuesday and then you get a little notification reminding you that its TEXTURE TUESDAY!!!!!! Thank you so much Mell and Amanda!!!

[@teresa2339]

How on earth have I lived this long and not known ‘bout Mell and her seester Amanda?!? 😱 Thank you so much, ladies, for knowledge a la curl and for doing so in a fun, entertaining way! Y’all rock! And so does your hair! 👍🏻🤘🏻💁‍♀️😄

[@rebeccaromine5208]

The outtakes are still some of the best stuff! I’ve always loved them. 😆

[@ashleywetzel9445]

Mel, I have been watching your videos for a couple of years. I have thick curly hair similar to yours. I am 34 and I always wore it straight until 2 years ago, when I started wearing it natural. After watching your videos and following your advice my hair grew exponentially, it was beautiful and healthy. Just as I started loving my curly hair I was diagnosed with an aggressive type of breast cancer. I went through many different treatments for a year and a half and I lost all of my hair. I finished treatment, cancer free, 2 months ago. My hair is coming back very curly and hard to manage. I started watching you again. I have bought most of your recommended products and I am following your routines. It has changed my world post cancer. It is helping my hair grow back and look nice and healthy while it grows back out. I watched your video last week where you were questioning your career choice. Please know that your making a difference in people’s lives in a way you may never know. You have helped me when my confidence was at its lowest. You are very knowledgeable, vibrant, and helpful. Thank you for helping all the curly girls find confidence in their curls 👏🏻 That has been on my heart to say I hope it gives you a wide perspective of the difference your making. 🙏🏻

[@jnorth9702]

God Bless you and your overcoming your trials!

[@JuanaLaCubana305]

God Bless You

[@dianebazaldua9900]

I need to try that "wide-tooth comb, elongated curls" method. I wonder how it will work for my 3c hair. Thanks, Mel & Amanda

[@derrickjenniferwatkins1394]

Ahh, the perfect lunch break video! My hair is so thick and long that it takes me an hour to diffuse. So I do it about once a year! But maybe these tips will help me do it faster? Thanks Mell and Amanda!

[@sveatch5926]

Can you do some more wavy videos or know of anyone similar to you and your videos but with wavy hair? I love your videos but wish my hair was more curly so I could apply more information so my hair could look better

[@ooppii1]

Swavy Curly Courtney does exclusively wavy hair and i've had a lot succes with her methods

[@sveatch5926]

@@ooppii1 thank you! I'll look into her videos

[@ihln]

this gave me the exact push i needed to get the dyson airwrap. gonna get it next month and i’m suuper excited

[@Kai-rc8cj]

Air wrap doesn’t have a diffuser -_- dyson blow dryer is what she is using here, I wish I had got this instead!!

[@curlynella1011]

I never thought to use a wide tooth comb and the diffuser to elongate the hair. Hopefully it works out well for me. I hate the scrunching one because I’m already type 4 and I don’t want my hair shrunken completely to my scalp 😂

[@zooeydayz]

Happy texture Tuesday! I love your videos!! I'm barely starting on creating a set routine and way for handling my curly hair properly but you have already helped me so much! Thank you!😭😊💛

[@christinamarie2785]

omg thank you so much for this elongation method!!! Can't wait to try this!

[@onebraincellleft2563]

I know you’ve made a bunch of detailed videos but can you just come over and do my hair….plz I’m overwhelmed af I still don’t know how to manage curly hair 😭😭lmao

[@fatimas6124]

Same here 😂😭😭

[@BatN1ppl3s]

Holy shit I almost spit out my coffee when you said "This is not disco inferno, we do not want it to burn baby burn" 😂

[@arr0991]

Hahahahaha your videos are always super helpful and informational but man if people dare to leave before the bloopers at the end, they are missing EEEEEVERYTHING!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@saschab808]

Always here for the bloopers 😆

[@NYCHFAN]

Great tips, I've been using the cupping method forever but over 400 dollars for a hair dryer? Ummm, no.

[@princesslehaha]

You're a goddess! And a hoot! I'm 61 and still learning about my hair. You're a joy to watch, and how you explain the products and methods and results are simple. I am sharing your videos on FB.

[@pollysshore2539]

It never ends. I am 45, almost 46, and am just getting my hair somewhat figured out. Right at the same time I’m getting more gray hair that has a tighter and different curl pattern.

[@pollysshore2539]

I keep looking at my grays hair and saying who are you? Why will you not clump with the rest? What is your malfunction? I’m getting it dyed and having a gloss put on it soon. I’ll worry about it later.

[@jennaglaubitz7062]

I’ve been binging your videos this morning! Just discovered your account (from the comments of another hair guru channel where someone commenting recommended your channel). My hair is completely stick straight BUT my daughter has curly hair and I’ve been struggling to figure out how to best care for her hair! Learning so many techniques and tips from your videos! Thank you 😊

[@batterybroken]

That’s great! As a daughter with crazy curly hair I appreciate you learning and trying to take care of her hair! 👏🏽💕 you’re amazing! 😊💕

[@ngndnd]

of course this is uploaded AFTER i frizz up my hair trying to diffuse it correctly :(

[@MichelleSuzetteJones]

Love love love this! Had no idea I was using my diffuser wrong until now. I don’t have the penultimate Dyson but a knockoff that so far works very well. I’ve been natural since 2006 and struggle often to get my curly coils to do something, anything other than frizz. You are a lifesaver Mell! P.S. would you consider doing a vid on working with greying hairs and how to care for curls as the wirery one take over?

[@victoriakahtania]

I don‘t get how some curly girls cup their hair from the soaking wet state with the diffuser like crazy until the curls are dry and look perfect!? I tried it and looked like an exploded dog without any curls left😂😂😂

[@ineshadr9070]

It all depends on the styling products that u use.

[@erin2832]

Happy texture tuesday ♥️🎉

[@ManesByMell]

Happy texture tuesday Erin!!♥️♥️♥️

[@tyduke7537]

Tip and trick that I do is to use a rotating space heater. I sit at my vanity while it sits behind me on top of a folding table and let it do it’s thing. First I start in the back for 15 minutes, then both sides and last I’ll move my hair by doing the swaying technique. There is no crunch afterwards. It’s just shiny supple curls.

[@bookbutterfly2408]

This is galaxy brain move

[@turbocat1984]

I'm nearly 40 and never owned a hair dryer, have always used a heater lol. Works great!

[@simplyjess9689]

wishing i could just fly you out so you could do my hair for me 💔

[@biancarenee5784]

me too 💔

[@kathyo9420]

I'm a wavy to curly girl over 50 with very long, mostly natrual gray hair and what's left of colored hair towards the bottom, and I've been watching Mel's videos since the pandemic. And I've half-assed her and other's suggestions on my hair. I know Mel knows what she's talking about, but I get lazy with my hair. I also get into a rush and want it done and dry NOW. I hate air drying because it takes hours, and I also wash more frequently than I should because of summer heat and menopausal night sweats. This morning I made a pointed effort to do things the "right" way after watching this late last night. I also don't own a Dyson and never will due to the cost, and use drug store products that I can afford. I have a decent dryer I got on Amazon along with a diffuser. I started with the detangling in the shower and applied my leave in and gel to sopping wet hair. Scrunched with a t shirt. After a few minutes I went in with my dryer using the techniques above, and I'm having the best curly day ever, with little to no tangles in my length. I was literally going to cut off about three inches of hair. Even my wirey grays are behaving as best they can. And it didn't really take any longer than when I rough dry my hair and finish it with a warm flat iron or curling wand. Bottom line, if you're like me and you've watched her videos, use her information! If she can take the time to make them, we can take the time to do our hair the right way!! Thanks Mel 🌹

[@wtedwards3883]

This is true. Yes it would be nice to have all the fancy equipment and expensive products but you can get pretty much the same results (curliness level of your own) using drug store, and non terry towel to plop and any diffuser using her methods and recommendations.

[@unavailablea511]

Heyyyyy 1 minute early can you do a video on how to fix dry hair?? On the back of your roots?

[@walklikearobot]

was i the only one lowkey hoping for a dyson coupon code hahah

[@cajunchild5727]

Dude…I never thought about back combing my roots. That is SO smart. Tomorrow is my wash day and I’m VERY excited to try this! Also, I adore you, your seester, and your channel. I have psycho non porous, dense, thick, very dry 2b-3c (yes, every single one of those patterns) hair and before I found you, I couldn’t get it under control. Now I get compliments everywhere I go. Thank you, curl mom!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@minnauyeda8002]

Girl, I want to know about your nails. Healthy hair and nails! Do you take vitamins? Use oils on your nails as you do the hair?

[@justanothercurlygirlj9843]

I wish santa would buy me a Dyson with all its attachments 😅😭

[@StormyDay]

Hi, Mell! I’m a 3A with very long hair like your sister, but my curl pattern does not start till 3 or 4 inches from the scalp! Have you ever heard of this before? It’s still frizzy but does not curl. Now, if I cut all my hair that short, it won’t be stick straight, but it won’t be curly either. Just frizzy and about the worst hair anyone could ever imagine, no real curl pattern just a mess. It’s very strange looking hair. My hair has all textures, mostly on the fine side, but not super fine. Oh, and my crown in the front portion is low density with medium density everywhere else. What is my problem, DR. Mell?! ♥️ and how do I fix it?! 🙏🏻

[@sharkitty]

Do you have layers in your hair? It sounds a bit weighed down. Btw I'm a curly Hairstylist.

[@StormyDay]

@@sharkitty thanks for your input. I do have long layers in the back but I have a fairly short crown, a little below chin length) and still. Like I said, I had short hair at one time, it’s not straight, but not curly either. Just frizzy and I can’t really call it a curl pattern, just frizz. If i put gel or anything on it to tame the frizz, it’s straight with a slight weird wave. Also, there is absolutely nothing heavy about my hair. I wish that was my problem! I have great definition on the rest of my hair, like most people the top portion is more damaged but the rest is perfect.

[@juliebruce1114]

I recently started seeing a curly trained stylist. She gets MUCH more definition at the root when diffusing. I have super fine curly hair and I asked her what she was doing. Instead of pushing the hair to the root and holding the diffuser for a few seconds, she picks up the hair gently and places the hair in the diffuser off the head a little. I know you are “hands off” but since I have been doing that I have more definition and less frizz at my roots!

[@jnorth9702]

I had my collarbone length-hair cut in long layers. I use a hard hold mouse at the crown and use the comb_pick attachment at the top and crown using lowest heat and medium air settings and then use the cold-shot to set for curls and great volume!!! Love my Dyson 🥰

[@jennifergelowitz9746]

I like my dyson but I prefer a bigger diffuser bowl with longer teeth to get to my roots without squishing the curls and dry more of my hair faster, sooo… I ordered an extra concentrator attachment from dyson, then had my husband cut the magnet part and high heat glue it to my Black Orchid diffuser. I’m in love. Best of both worlds.

[@StormyDay]

Great idea! I returned it because I hated the diffuser (plus the price).

[@atf635]

Mell your a legend and a curl savior😩💜 Love and hope you reach 1M soon💜

[@nayrelis]

Love your videos!! 💕🥳

[@ManesByMell]

Thank you Nayrelis♥️♥️♥️

[@lisamitchell-galloy3367]

Literally LIFE CHANGING! I just stumbled upon these videos and I am now a forver fan! I've DESPISED my curly hair all my life because it never looked defined and always came out frizzy. I did the whole routine with the products and the hovering with the dryer and have achieved LOVE for my hair! FINALLY! Thank you Mell & Amanda!

[@claudinemabasa-barcebal6361]

Can you please please try the SHARK HYPER AIR?

[@rochellesantos3444]

Do you/are you supposed to put gel or mousse on your roots? Does it help with volume? Please HELP! I have 2c-3a curl type and my roots are always flat. But I’m also transitioning to wearing my natural curl every day. High porosity, medium thickness, and low density hair. Any advice helps! 🙏🏽💜

[@RingletReina]

If your hair is more on the wavy side definitely shy away from heavy gels on your roots. Maybe try a styling foam for more volume!

[@sharkitty]

Mousse is great for roots! Davine's makes a great curl mousse that doesn't get stiff/crunchy. If you do get that crunch/cast feel from other mousse, it can be scrunched our with serum or oil when 100% dry.

[@rochellesantos3444]

@@sharkitty thank you! Yeah I know how to get the crib chi cast out, I just wasn’t sure what to do about the roots. But thank you!

[@elizabethlapointe6982]

I never once thought to use the comb attachment for backcombing. Also using the cool to cool down. You're a genius!!!!

[@Michelle-qi8gm]

The Infiniti pro by con air works well for me and it’s only like $35 on Amazon. For those of you who are saying you can’t afford a Dyson. You just need a diffuser, and this one comes with one too! Just be mindful of the heat settings. Don’t use the hottest setting. I usually use warm and cool. It takes a bit longer of course but my hair is healthier for it ☺️

[@jodieb4154]

I just looked up the price of the Dyson 😩

[@jacquie.z]

Hi mell and Amanda! I have a question. I have curly hair, and I just started wearing it naturally. My roots have been really flat, can you make a video about how to get curls at your roots? Thank you so much! I love your videos 💖🥰❤️❤️

[@jnorth9702]

I had my collarbone length-hair cut in long layers. I use a hard hold mouse at the crown and use the comb_pick attachment at the top and crown using lowest heat and medium air settings and then use the cold-shot to set for curls and great volume!!! Love my Dyson 🥰

[@kurohasuky]

She already has a video about that in her channel. Literally search it just like that and it will appear. Its one of her most viewed vids.

[@apepi8344]

Suggestion for a video - your top 5 favorites, in all categories for example,shampoo, clarifying shampoo, conditioner, leave in, gel, etc. just starting out and watching your video's and find it very confusing on what I should get in each category. Maybe a video on your drug store fav and your high end favorites. Also, I watched a video from 2019 about why I shouldn't use my hands during the drying process! Thanks!

[@theiloveovaltine]

“Hi I’m Mell, your curl mom” 😂❤️ It’s totally true!

[@binabina4445]

Your sister looks like a disney princess. You're both so beautiful.

[@IKKclauKR]

You said back comb, and suddenly everything made sense for me...I don't know why I never thought about it, and always though that volume wasn't a possibility for me...now I just realized I haven't tried the right way

[@hfrt29]

I need a video that shows diffuser info without expensive dyson tools

[@MrThreetabbycats]

Love your channel and your website! And you are so entertaining and funny while at the same time being so very informative! Comment and a question. Comment: Not everyone can afford the Dyson much as we might like. Can you please recommend other hair dryers or maybe even to a review video of a bunch of dryers you consider good.

[@hozaks_folly5936]

Can we get a dyson blow dryer giveaway?😁

[@ManesByMell]

We did a few months back! We gave away 2 + 1 airwrap but can definitely do another one soon!

[@darlasearle5955]

Love the video, thanks!! Now, do a same one with focus on only wavy hair.

[@imajenn3006]

I don't do it for elongation, but for root volume and root wave definition. I use a 4 prong Spriggle pick and stick it straight in my hair scrunching in and then lifting the root while hover diffusing (a little like back combing without the combing part). This works really, really well. It's like hands free scrunching your hair. You get no frizz though because you aren't disrupting the cuticle or curls and waves. Also dries your roots fast. Please review Virtue labs curl line with either their mousse, AG mousse Gel, or Gel over the Curl Whip cream (you may get away with just the curl whip). It uses ethically sourced human hair keratin that bonds to your hair to repair damage and add fullness. The curl line & mousses are the only dimethicone free but OMG this is AMAZING STUFF. They are working on a gel at consumer request.

[@hunterdutton6412]

This is amazing because my mom has straight hair, and I get my curly hair from my aunt who lives in a different country ❤❤

[@bigvi9585]

OMG SAME 😂❤

[@tamiatitus3349]

Mell is officially my curly hair seester

[@ManesByMell]

you got it seester!!

[@itsamandapasceri]

Same 🤣🤣

[@JaneFeibelman]

500.00 for the hair drier and another 44 for the diffuser! That's pretty heavy.

[@amylewis7563]

I saved up Ulta points and used holiday money. Yes, expensive, but in my opinion well worth the money.

[@MichelleSuzetteJones]

I feel you on the price.. that’s why I went with a knockoff for now.. I just found Mell’s vids a few weeks ago so, I’m going to do better by my hairs using her tips and advice and then upgrade my dryer.. if you’d told me weeks ago that I would add 7 more products to my non existent routine, my response would have been “where they do that at?” Today, I’m really excited to test the waters and really embrace my 3c curls (I think). Thanks to Mell, I don’t feel lost or want to scalp myself.. lol

[@jacquelinekenknight9280]

I got a gift set that came with the diffuser and a couple brushes that Sephora has. I got it during the VIB sale so I saved $80. I chose to use afterpay so I paid the cost over 6 weeks so it wasn’t too bad all at once. So I spent $340 total. Still really expensive but not as bad.

[@StormyDay]

And I hate to say it but my T3 dries just as quickly, the cold shot is actually cold, and you can use any diffuser you want, but at least the T3 diffusers don’t suck. And I got mine for $150 that’s WITH the diffuser at Costco.

[@pattyfigarola5057]

Mine was $399 at Ulta and that included the diffuser. It was definitely a splurge, but I plan on it being around for a long time.

[@jenniferc2592]

The bigger the hair the harder they stare. Love it!

[@casimirmarie1735]

Mell could u PLEASEEE do a video of finding a more affordable Dyson? I really want a Dyson but can’t really afford it so wondering if u can do that video for us?

[@jaydenweaver116]

Lpinye works AWESOME for me :)

[@jjayjae_]

You might want to look into buying a refurbished Dyson, of if that's still too expensive you might want to think about purchasing a Shark dryer. I've been looking at reviews for myself and the Shark seems to be pretty comparable and less expensive than the Dyson, but it's newer and not as popular so it doesn't have as many attachments.

[@ILovekitties345]

Sometimes you can do split payments on those items look into smaller payments each month if you really want the dyson because that’s my plan I’m pretty sure they do financing. Hope this helps!

[@mgjms]

I am a middle-aged lady with a huge pile of 3b hair that stays wet for a long time so I have always had nice dryers -- Babyliss, Solano, Elchim, Chi. When Dyson came out, I was like NFW that's too much but let's see. I made several trips to the Bed Bath & Beyond to dry my hair with their Dyson display. I was not impressed (but the store employees & guests always were lol). In 2021, I was looking for a travel dryer, small, delicious. I splurged bought the T3 FIT micro & it is the best dryer I have ever owned. Ever. It's still a kind of spendy dryer but tbh I stopped using my Chi Touch 2 lol so it's not just a travel dryer anymore. Good luck.

[@janinedear-barlow]

The Laifen hairdryer is way cheaper and there is a sale on their website right now

[@emilyjomilliron1042]

I'm a hairstylist and I need you to try clouding a highlighting technique I just found. I also have curly hair and would love to take on more curly hair techniques. Thank you for always answering my curly hair questions! ❤️❤️🥰

[@jnorth9702]

Is there a video on clouding a highlighting technique you could point us to?

[@tammyaswell4562]

Great tips. Thanks for sharing.

[@bowwowers]

A diffuser that's more than a car payment ):

[@terribryan8938]

What is your opinion on blow drying or diffusing using the cool setting? I have tried at a few times. I think it takes longer to dry but gives you that air drying feeling. I also think it lessens the amount of frizz. If you have tried with cool air, do you recommend drying with the heat instead?

[@roguelogan50]

Just started my curly hair journey I’ve learned so much from you so far thank you! I do also have a headache from it🤪

[@imajenn3006]

Not a vid, but I had a really tough problem with this. At night I use metal root clips to teach my hair to go up. I use Boldify Root Spray in my roots and for root volume and root wave definition, I use a 4 prong Spriggle pick and stick it straight in my hair scrunching in and then lifting the root while hover diffusing (a little like back combing without the combing part). This works really, really well. It's like hands free scrunching your hair. You get no frizz though because you aren't disrupting the cuticle or curls and waves. Also dries your roots fast.

[@ssjael]

And it works with any other diffuser? I have the conair infinity pro, i feel its so powerfull even in low. (the dyson its beyond my budget).

[@RingletReina]

It does not. Only Dyson attachments

[@StormyDay]

Get a T3 Featherlight at Costco. $100

[@pattyfigarola5057]

I got an attachment from Amazon that allows me to attach my Xtava Orchid diffuser - it’s way better than the diffuser that comes with the Dyson. I can diffuse so much faster!

[@alexandram.6712]

Every time I watch one of your videos, I think to myself, I need a Dyson supersonic,

[@Erika-lv6lh]

Doesnt the scrunching, increase the shrinkage of type 4 hair? What's the best method then? Thanks for an informative video

[@vegeta88]

Serious question, what do you do if you cant use a hairdryer during the summer? (Super hot, even with AC I tend to sweat and feel gross right after showering)

[@lyanagonzalez5599]

I just turn on the ac and sit in front of the fan , this works well for me and im lazy so is easier too lmao

[@angrytrees7519]

No AC. I just can't with the blow-dryer in the summer. So I air dry.

[@RingletReina]

Turn your cool shot on on your blow dryer.

[@StormyDay]

@@RingletReina on most dryers that would work, but the “cool shot” on the Dyson is 80 degrees. I intensely dislike this hairdryer!

[@tatiesd8678]

You legit answered all questions I had and went into the perfect amount of detail thank you so much this is an enormous help!

[@ashkeniasims1840]

Thank you so much for your diffusion tips! It really helps me a lot! I love my Dyson! Best purchase I have ever made!!!

[@Lovethyself887]

My Dyson just came in today and I am here to EDUCATE myself. Bought it thanks to you Mel, hope it gets the best out of my hair.

[@ashleydensmore1561]

This video just changed my hair game. I got the wide-tooth comb attachment for free with purchase of the dryer and was afraid of how to use it. The back-comb method was a great finishing technique, as my roots tend to get lazy with the downward diffusing method. Absolutely love my hair tonight! #thebiggathehairthehardertheystare

[@aellyn2764]

Hi Mel ! I just discovered your channel, and you’re the first person to give me so accurate advise ! I have an only question : I have very long (to the middle of my thigs) curly hair, how can I manage to sleep without them being frizzy or full of knots ? I always been annoyed by them, and I put them on a braid for night, which make me avoid any major knots, but let me with a lot of frizz to the roots and on a few inches

[@AnabelM0309]

Have you tried using a satin bonet? It really helped me!

[@Valentina_2006]

How do you preserve your hair after a workout? My hair is literally down 1 day and then boom workout and it's up the rest of the week because of repeated sweat from working out lol

[@meaghanjones6725]

SAME OMG. If you find an answer for how to preserve the hair of us sweaty folks, please share!

[@monishabathija18]

Damn you make wanna get the supersonic…. I have the airwrap and love it… would love to see you play with it even more

[@jcmorton8003]

I LOVE THIS DRYER, BUT IT'S SO EXPENSIVE!!!! I CAN NOT JUSTIFY $400.

[@heidirosin5577]

I got a Kipozi from Amazon and love it!

[@vicenteleslie2]

Look at the refurbished models! I got a refurbished one, basically new and for a fraction of the price!

[@dorispajaro2813]

What would my curly life be without you!!!! You are just the best! Thanks for all the tips and tricks and for being haaairrrr for us!!!!

[@ManesByMell]

You're far too kind Doris!! Thank you for the kind words! Hair for you always ♥️♥️♥️ Happy Texture Tuesday

[@nicolee6656]

Me to my boyfriend after your video: i have to buy the dyson or you buy it for me to my birthday that will come soon. My boyfriend: your birthday is in december! Me: yes but also tomorrow 😅

[@joanalyramirez339]

Thank you Mel, I have learned so much from you! I am being successful in my curly hair journey thanks to you! I definitely need to get the comb attachment for my dyson! I already follow your hover technique, I have fine hair so I love and appreciate the volume techniques!

[@heatherhaworth4993]

HELP Am I missing something or is something wrong w/ my Dyson diffuser? 1st I fine low porosity hair natural grey curly 2c-3c. My problem is that even on Low heat my Dyson Diffuser gets extremely HOT due to the metal. I have burnt my hand 1x time and had to stop scrunching directly on the hair and have to scrunch in the hand and still use the diffuser to blow dry in my hand.

[@KattMurr]

I had the same issue. Plus it really didn't shorten the time it takes to dry my hair. I have long, gray wavy hair that's fine and lowish porosity. My Dyson also died after 3 months of use, so not impressed at all....

[@angrytrees7519]

Sounds like a counterfeit one. There are lots.

[@heatherhaworth4993]

@@KattMurr See which Dyson you have as they have fixed that issue. Mine has the new grounding box near the plug.

[@heatherhaworth4993]

@@angrytrees7519 I was thinking that same for Kathi. I bought mine at AFEES the Military Base/Post shopping center. I even called Dyson before buying to make sure that it was not a counterfeit. And talked with Dyson again after I received it. It does help with my drying time by about 15-20 minutes which helps alot having multiple different types of disability.

[@pollysshore2539]

@@heatherhaworth4993 I got mine 1.5 years ago and it has the grounding box. It also cuts down my drying time. I have thick, dense 2c - 3b hair. It typically took me 2 hours (with a couple breaks) to blow dry my hair. 18 hours to air dry. My hair is 80% dry in 20 min with the Dyson. It takes 30-35 min to fully blow dry it. I have a couple large diffusers with bigger bowls that I adore (like the Black Orchid) so I do have another hairdryer on hand that I use part of the time. I’m amazed that my Dyson has lasted a year and a half and still going strong but I still use another dryer to ensure that I’m not overusing the Dyson.

[@kurohasuky]

I like to use the first technique that you used, then separate the curls to very small clumps when almost dry.... like very very small, and finally I scrunch my hair again when its dry and separate the hairs I missed. That leaves the definition, no frizz, a tun of volume and fluffiness :3. I also brush my hair upwards cause when I brush it to the side, it still looks flat so I have to brush the hair up.

[@lngislgirl]

I have a heavy and bulky hair dryer. My arms get to tired when drying my hair. Went back to air drying for now. Will try again though. I love the bloopers at the end. So funny!

[@StormyDay]

I use a T3 featherlight, you can get it at Costco for $100. The Dyson is small but it is NOT light. Very awkward cord situation too. I hated it all around and returned it. It did dry fast, but I also hated the diffuser and the 80 degree “cold shot.”

[@lngislgirl]

@@StormyDay Thank you 😊

[@StormyDay]

@@lngislgirl BTW, it’s the T3 Featherweight 3i PS you have to buy the diffuser separately but it’s only $30. You can get it from T3 or Amazon make sure it’s the T3 SOFTTOUCH 3. This dryer was originally $250 without the diffuser! For $5 over half price you get the diffuser, the dryer and the two concentrating nozzles! Plus it has a locking cool shot (which I love)!

[@somebodythatiusedtoknow0420]

Honestly I been drying my hair with fan lately and been loving it more than my diffuser. I lay on my satin pillow and move my hair around xD and love the results ^_^

[@lyanagonzalez5599]

Same and i also turn on the ac sometimes since I live im a decently humid area to suck out the humidity and i find is like cold hover diffusing

[@anyat686]

I gorilla taped my diffuser to a brush handle, so that I don’t have to lift it myself. I just move around with my swivel office chair. Game changer !

[@lori5153]

Sskskek

[@daftoptimist]

Modern problems require modern solutions lol

[@sneakerteacher89]

I tried hovering but my arm just can’t take it lol my hair is thick as hell and I choose to cup it.

[@stephanie71765]

I love my Dyson blow dryer. My hair has gotten finer and fizzy as I have gotten older. Getting the Dyson blow dryer, has been my saving grace, in my curly hair journey. Thank you so much for all your videos.

[@msh6865]

Sista's hair is epic and you're always the hot thang Mel!

[@Vgonzalez0701]

Thank you so much for this video! My hubby gifted me a dyson with these attachments for my birthday and was a bit overwhelmed on how to use them lol I'm ready to diffuse!

[@suzimccaslin5586]

Great tips and you are fun to watch!

[@janematthew7109]

I just use a table fan with lowest setting ✌😆

[@alexandram.6712]

I have thick, waist-length hair and it takes me almost 2 hours to completely dry my hair👁👄👁

[@Melzyz105]

all the people disliking this video are just jealous of your baby :(((

[@heatherhaworth4993]

No I have one just trying to figure out why the diffuser part on my Dyson gets soooo hot that it burns me when using it on low heat & medium speed. Cannot even cup hair into the diffuser as I would then have to cut it off within a couple of times dong this. It should NOT happen. Wishing Dyson would listen to those of us that want the black Orchid diffuser to work on our Dyson!!!

[@melissacoviello2886]

I am so happy I can across this video. I will be referring back to it whenever I blow dry/diffuse my hair. It’s not often. I usually let it air dry or plop it, but while I love waking up with styled hair, it does sometimes have varying results as my curl pattern can get wonky. Although I live that it’s not frizzy doing it that way. I’m definitely going to try back combining it at the root to see if I can achieve a little volume there.

[@biancaalmedina6610]

My ends have been very wonky lately and I’m pretty sure it’s because I’ve been using my Dyson on medium/high heat when cupping. Gonna start lowering my settings. Thank you!!

[@jnorth9702]

I had my collarbone length-hair cut in long layers. I use a hard hold mouse at the crown and use the comb_pick attachment at the top and crown using lowest heat and medium air settings and then use the cold-shot to set for curls and great volume!!! Love my Dyson 🥰

[@thatkidjustiiin17]

U and yur sista killin da curl game. Best videos one yt. Thank uu.🙌🏾

[@bonnieemile2144]

An update the best Manes by Mell video ever!!!!

[@el7974]

I wish I had won, a Dyson! I let Air Dry,for as long as I can, but if I'm in a Hurry, I will break out the Hair Dryer!!

[@twinkle3026]

Hiya! Just wanna thank you, Mama Mel, for not only helping me with my curls, but for doing it in such a sweet, high energy way! You always cheer me up! Bless ya! .... Sadly, back in 2019, i lost my beloved hubby, Tony, to cancer, which led to me losing 80% of my hair. Three years later, i am half way to my disired length again, thanks to me wearing hair pieces and getting regular trims. I wish you well Mel, and please do keep up the good work! I have become a huge fan of yours! Once again, Thank you! xxxxxxx

[@winterzealot]

Wow, I really hope she sees this. What a sweet comment, and what a journey you've been on in life... I'm sorry for your loss, and I admire your strength and kindness so much. Congratulations on making so much progress on your hair goals. 💞💞 I hope you're having a lovely week.

[@FreakyRHCPStyley]

Even with diffusing my hair still takes forever to dry!!! I will diffuse for like an hour and a half with my dyson. Then for like 20 minutes a few more times throughout the day. When I go to bed my hair is still damp, so I wear a mesh bonnet. Then when i wake up it is still damp and I have to dry it more! I don't use a ton of emollients. I don't use leave in and only mousse to style and sometimes hairspray. Can you make any recommendations? Also, I scrunch tons of water out and my hair isn't super long. It is to my nips when stretched. Not super dense and fine hair. I think it is low porosity.

[@dozeymare6857]

Another very informative video ladies, thank you. Do you still work in salon Mell? 😊

[@JuliaJohnGirl]

She does not. But that just means that she has more time to create some of the best content on the web and help thousands of people instead of one at a time.

[@Katatawnic]

I have no idea how to best diffuse short hair. I cut my hair quite short a few months ago, because it was too painful to take care of long hair anymore (autoimmune disease), and my hair was always straight when short. Nope! Now it's curly when short! Of course, because I actually wanted it to be straight for once! lol I've never diffused short hair before, and it turns out that I'm quite lousy at it. Unless I dry and style it straight, it's a rat's nest. I'd like to have a choice between curly or straight styles. My hair is currently about 4.5" in length (kind of a shaggy, longish pixie cut), curly 3a in the"bangs" section, and wavy 2b/2c everywhere else. Very fine and prone to extreme frizz. If anyone has any tips, i would be eternally grateful!