How to Make Your Blowout Last Longer

TL;DR: A professional blowout at Styling Company lasts two to four days when you protect it. Sleep on silk, skip daily washing, use dry shampoo on day two, and stay away from heavy oils near the roots. Our classic blowout runs $36 to $53, and a downstyle blowout is $65.

By Brian, Level 2 stylist at Styling Company

Nothing bugs me more than a client texting that their gorgeous blowout fell flat by the next morning. It shouldn't. A blowout is an investment, and with a few small habits you can get every day out of it. I do blowouts all week here in Belmar, and these are the exact tips I give from the chair. Want yours done right? Book here and I'll take care of the rest.

How long should a blowout actually last?

A professional blowout should last two to four days, sometimes longer if your hair is on the drier side. Fine hair tends to fall sooner, thick and wavy hair holds longer. The number one thing that kills a blowout early is water, so the goal between visits is keeping your hair dry and the volume up.

At Styling Company a classic blowout runs $36 to $53 depending on length and thickness. Add curls or a flat iron finish and you're looking at $53 and up. A downstyle blowout is $65, and special occasion styling is $97. You can see the full range on our blowouts and styling page. Whatever you book, the aftercare is the same, and that's the part that stretches your money.

What's the best way to protect a blowout overnight?

Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase and put your hair up loosely, and you'll wake up with most of your blowout intact. Cotton pillowcases grab your hair and rough up the cuticle, which is why you wake up frizzy. Silk lets your hair slide.

For longer hair, loosely pin it into a high, loose bun on top of your head, what a lot of people call the pineapple. No tight elastics, just a soft scrunchie. If your ends want to bend, loop them under and pin. In the morning, take it down, shake it out, and you're good. This one habit alone buys you an extra day most of the time.

Should I wash my hair while my blowout is still good?

No, and this is the hardest one for people. Every wash resets your blowout to zero. Try to go at least two to three days between washes. On day two, hit your roots with a dry shampoo, flip your head, and give it a quick blast with a cool dryer to lift the volume back up.

When you shower, wear a cap and keep your head back from the spray. Skip heavy oils and thick creams near your roots because they weigh hair down and make it look greasy faster. A tiny bit of oil on your ends is fine. If your hair still feels rough, that's usually a sign it needs some strengthening, and a treatment can help. Here's our take on K18 vs Olaplex if your hair keeps falling flat from damage.

Does the type of blowout change how long it lasts?

A little. A smooth, straight blowout can show water and humidity faster, while a blowout set with curls or a flat iron often holds shape a bit longer because the bend gives it structure to fall back into. That said, the Jersey Shore humidity is no joke in summer, so on muggy days a light hold spray is your friend.

If you're getting styled for a wedding or event, that's a different service and it's built to last through a long day and photos. See our guide to wedding hair in Monmouth County if you've got something special coming up. For everything we offer, the services page has it all in one spot.

Good to Know

How much is a blowout at Styling Company?

A classic blowout is $36 to $53 based on length and thickness. With curls or a flat iron it's $53 and up, a downstyle is $65, and special occasion styling is $97. Details are on the blowouts page.

How many days will my blowout last?

Two to four days with good aftercare. Fine hair falls a little sooner, thick or wavy hair often holds longer. Protecting it overnight and skipping washes makes the biggest difference.

Can I exercise with a blowout?

Light movement is fine. Heavy sweating will loosen it, so tie your hair up, use a sweatband, and hit the roots with dry shampoo after. Save the intense workouts for wash day if you can.

What products help a blowout last?

Dry shampoo for day two, a light hold or texture spray, and a silk pillowcase. Skip heavy oils and creams near the roots. Your stylist can point you to what fits your hair.

Why does my blowout go flat so fast?

Usually washing too soon, cotton pillowcases, heavy product at the roots, or fine hair that needs more volume support. Damaged hair also loses shape faster, which a repair treatment can help with.

Can I get my hair wet at the beach and keep my blowout?

Salt water and humidity will change the shape, so if you want the blowout to hold, keep your hair up and dry. Once it's wet, plan to restyle. We're right by the shore, so we get it.

Is a blowout bad for my hair?

Not when it's done right. A skilled stylist uses heat protectant and the correct temperature. Stretching time between blowouts and adding treatments keeps your hair healthy.

Should I add a treatment to my blowout?

If your hair is dry or damaged, yes. A treatment helps your hair hold style longer and feel smoother. Ask about the K18 Luxury Blowout, which pairs a repair treatment with a full blowout.

You paid for the blowout, so let's make it last. Book with me and I'll show you exactly how to protect it at home for your hair type. Book your blowout at Styling Company, 902 Main Street in Belmar, serving Spring Lake, Avon, Manasquan, Point Pleasant, Asbury Park, Wall Township, and the whole Jersey Shore.