How do I use a Heated Brush on my Short Hair?

Short hair can be incredibly iconic, but it can also feel like you have fewer styling options than with longer hair. Luckily, the Mark Hill Hot Air Brush offers the perfect solution. This styling tool combines the drying power of a blow dryer with the precision of a round brush, making it easy to achieve salon-worthy looks at home.

Whether you want a sleek, smooth blowout or a loose, bouncy look, this tool can help you achieve it—even on short hair!Let’s dive into how to style short hair using the Mark Hill Hot Air Brush, along with the Mark Hill Round Brush Attachment to achieve that perfect loose blow-dry look.

Let’s get started!

The Benefits of Using a Hot Air Brush on Short Hair

Before diving into the step-by-step guide, let's first understand why using a hot air brush like the Mark Hill Hot Air Brush is perfect for short hair:

1. Efficient Drying & Styling: With the combined power of a dryer and round brush, you can dry and style at the same time—saving time and effort.
2. Smooth, Salon-Worthy Blowout: The ceramic-coated barrel ensures that your hair dries with a smooth finish, reducing frizz and leaving your hair silky and shiny.
3. Volume and Lift: The hot air brush adds natural volume and bounce to your hair, which is often difficult to achieve with short hair using traditional dryers.
4. Multi-Heat & Cool Settings: You can adjust the heat levels to suit your hair type and desired style, and the cool-down setting helps lock your style in place.

How to Use the Mark Hill Hot Air Brush for Drying and Styling Short Hair

The Mark Hill Hot Air Brush can dry and style short hair in one go. It’s particularly effective for creating smooth, volumized blowouts that have a polished, professional look. Follow the steps below to get the best results.

Step 1: Prep Your Hair

• Start with towel-dried hair: After washing your hair, pat it dry with a towel to remove excess moisture. Hair should be damp, not soaking wet, when you use the hot air brush.
• Apply a heat protectant: This is crucial to protect your hair from heat damage. Use a lightweight heat protection spray  such as the Mark Hill Curl Lock Spray and comb it through to ensure even distribution.
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Step 2: Section Your Hair

For short hair, you’ll want to work in small sections to ensure that each piece gets fully dried and styled.

• Create sections: Divide your hair into small, manageable sections. Clip up the top layers and start with the bottom sections.
• Work with layers: If your hair is layered, focus on each layer separately, ensuring you dry and style each one thoroughly.

Step 3: Start Styling with the Mark Hill Hot Air Brush

Now that your hair is prepped and sectioned, it’s time to start using the Mark Hill Hot Air Brush.

1. Choose the right heat setting: Depending on your hair thickness and texture, choose a heat setting that suits your needs. For fine hair, use a lower heat setting. For thicker hair, a medium or high heat setting works best. Don’t forget to use the cool setting for finishing!
2. Begin at the roots: Take one section of hair and wrap it around the barrel of the brush. Start at the roots and gently pull the brush through your hair toward the ends while the brush releases hot air. This technique helps add lift and volume at the roots.
3. Roll for curl or wave: If you want a slight curl or wave, hold the brush at the ends of your hair and roll it upward toward your scalp. Hold it in place for a few seconds before gently unrolling.
4. Repeat for all sections: Continue this process throughout all sections of your hair, focusing on adding volume at the roots and smoothness through the ends.
5. Use the cool setting to lock your style: Once you've dried and styled all sections, use the cool down setting to lock your style in place. Run the brush through your hair one more time with cool air for extra smoothness.

Step 4: Finishing Touches

• Add some texture: If you want to add extra texture or hold, use a lightweight styling cream or volumising spray. Apply a tiny bit to the ends for a polished finish.
• Smooth any flyaways: If you notice any flyaways, smooth them down with the Fly Away Taming Wand

How to Use the Mark Hill Hot Brush Attachment for Loose Blow Dry Effect on Short Hair

For those days when you want a more voluminous, bouncy look that mimics the "just stepped out of the salon" blow-dry effect, the Mark Hill Hot Brush Attachment is your go-to tool. With its ceramic-coated barrel and soft synthetic bristles, this attachment is designed specifically to help create a loose, smooth, and natural-looking blowout on dry hair.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use it on short hair:

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use the Mark Hill Hot Brush Attachment for Perfect Hair

Step 1: Prep Your Hair with the Right Products

Before starting, make sure to prep your hair with the Triple Threat Heat Protection Cream to shield your strands from heat damage. For added lift and fullness, apply Volume Mousse at the roots for that extra boost of volume. Make sure your hair is clean and fully dry before styling, as the Mark Hill Hot Brush Attachment is designed for dry hair only.

Step 2: Apply a Light Styling Product

Even though you’re working with dry hair, adding a little extra product will give your style more hold:

• Apply a small amount of Volume Mousse for lift or a heat protectant like Triple Threat Heat Protection Cream to keep your hair safe from heat.
• Avoid using heavy products that can weigh your hair down—especially with shorter styles.

Step 3: Section Your Hair

Divide your hair into small, manageable sections for the best results. Clip the top layers up and out of the way and start with the bottom layers to make styling easier.

Step 4: Start Styling

1. Wrap your hair around the barrel: Grab a small section of hair and wrap it around the ceramic-coated barrel of the hot brush. Keep the sections small to ensure even heat distribution and smooth styling.
2. Hold for a few seconds: Hold the hot brush in place for a few seconds to let the heat shape the hair. The soft bristles will grip the hair and smooth out any frizz.
3. Release for loose waves: Gently release the hair from the barrel. For a more relaxed wave, pull the brush away from your scalp as you release the hair. This creates soft, natural curls or waves.
4. Repeat around your head: Continue wrapping and styling small sections of your hair, moving through all layers. If you want extra volume, lift the hair at the roots by holding the hot brush vertically while styling.