How to Use a Dyson Airwrap

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Last Updated: February 15, 2021 References

The Dyson Airwrap is a new all-in-one hairstyling product that makes curling, brushing, shaping, and drying your hair easier than ever. Unlike traditional curlers, it uses hot air instead of hot metal, so there’s much less risk of damaging your hair. It also has dryer and brush attachments that can add volume and shape to your hair while drying it at the same time. Using this machine is simple, so don’t hesitate to try it out. Just remember to wet and towel dry your hair so it's damp when you start, then style your hair however you want!

Method 1 of 3:

Curling Your Hair

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Attach the 1.2 in barrel for small curls. The Airwrap comes with 2 curling barrels. The 1.2 in barrel is for smaller curls, so choose this barrel if this is the look you're going for.^[1]
- The curling barrels, along with all the other attachments, click simply onto the Airwrap. Press all attachments into the top of the handle and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
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Use the 1.6 in barrel for larger curls. If you're going for large, flowing curls, then the 1.6 in barrel is a better choice. Click it onto the Airwrap and turn it counterclockwise to lock it into place.^[2]
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Apply any styling products that you use. If you usually use any prodcuts before styling your hair, then apply it now, before curling. This helps your hair retain its curls.^[3]
- Mousse is a common choice for prepping your hair before curling. Squeeze out a handful, then rub it all over your hair to protect it and lock in your curls.
- Setting spray is another good pre-curling choice. If you want to set your curls in more firmly, then spritz your hair with some setting spray before curling.
- You could also curl without any products. Your curls may not last as long or stay in place as well, though.
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Pull a section of hair 1–3 in (2.5–7.6 cm) thick in front of your head. Separate your hair into sections roughly as large as you want the curls to be. If you have thick hair, aim for roughly 1 in (2.5 cm) sections. With thinner hair, you can use a section closer to 3 in (7.6 cm) if you want to. Grab a section and pull it in front of you.^[4]
- In general for smaller curls, pull a thinner section of hair. If you’d like larger curls, then grab a larger section.
- Since curling is so easy with the Airwrap, you can experiment with differently-sized hair sections to see what you like best.
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Set the Airwrap to the high heat and high power positions. On the Airflow handle there are 2 knobs, one for heat setting and the other for power. Set both of these to high before you start curling.^[5]
- You don’t have to wait for the Airwrap to warm up like a regular curling iron, so don’t turn it on until you’re ready to use it.
- The Airwrap doesn’t damage or burn your hair like other curling irons can because it only uses air.
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Wrap the curling barrel around your hair and hold it for 15 seconds. Touch the barrel to the tips of your hair. The air automatically wraps your hair around the barrel, so you don’t have to twist it. Slowly bring the curler towards your scalp and let it wrap up your hair. Leave it in place for 15 seconds to dry your hair.^[6]
- If you want a looser curl, then wrap your hair around the barrel by hand instead of letting the air wrap it up. This gives you a more subtle style.^[7]
- If you don't know which way to hold the curler, look for the arrows on the barrel. Make sure they're pointing away from you.^[8]
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Switch to the cold shot setting to set the curl in place. The cold shot button is on the Airflow handle, underneath the power and heat settings. Press and hold it down for 5-10 seconds to set the curl.^[9]
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Turn the power off and pull the Airflow down to release the curls. Hit the power button to turn the power off, releasing your hair. Then pull the curler straight down so it slides out. Repeat this wrapping, drying, and removing process to curl all your hair.^[10]
- Don’t pull the Airflow out while the power is still on. This could damage your hair.

Method 2 of 3:

Using the Smoothing Brushes

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Attach the soft brush if you have thin hair. These smoothing brushes are great for straightening your hair. For thin, straight hair, the soft brush is the best choice. Clip the brush into the Airflow by inserting it into the handle and turning it clockwise.^[11]
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Use the firm brush for thicker and wavier hair. The other brush type, firm, is best for thicker hair types. Use this attachment if you need to control your hair a bit more.^[12]
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Set the Airflow to medium power and heat for simple smoothing. If you just want to brush out your hair, then medium is the perfect setting. This will flatten your hair for a simple, stylish look.^[13]
- For a sleeker look, set the heat to high.
- You can also experiment with different settings when you learn how to use the Airflow.
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Brush from your scalp to your hairline first. Turn the power on and start brushing. If you have a part in your hair, start there and brush outward until you reach your hairline. Don’t brush all the way down to the hair tips yet. Repeat this for your whole scalp.^[14]
- This might be easier if you separate your hair with clips, but you don’t have to.
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Finish by brushing the Airflow from your hairline to your hair ends. Bring the Airflow below the level you just brushed. Brush in a slow motion from your hairline all the way down to the tips of your hair. Work all the way around your head to finish up.^[15]
- The brushing should dry your hair as well. If your hair isn’t drying, try brushing a little slower.
6
Set the airflow to low heat and brush through your hair again. This is a final touch-up to finish drying your hair and brush out any more tangles. Keep brushing until your hair is completely dry.^[16]
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Shape your ends with the curling barrel to if you want to. You can add a bit more style to your hair with a light curl. Clip the curling barrel onto the Airflow and set it to high heat and power. Wrap the ends of your hair for 10 seconds for a quick shaping.^[17]

Method 3 of 3:

Adding Style with the Volume Brush

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Clip the volume brush onto the Airflow. If you want more volume, bounce, or curl in your hair, then the volume brush is a perfect attachment. Take the brush attachment and press it into the Airflow handle, then twist it clockwise to lock it in place.^[18]
- The volume brush can curl your hair slightly, but not as much as the curling barrels. Use those instead if you want full curls.
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Set the Airflow to medium heat and power. These 2 settings are on the Airflow handle. Slide both switches to the medium setting before you start brushing.^[19]
- You could also use high power if you want to curl your hair a bit more.
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Brush through each section of your hair. Turn the power on and start brushing from your scalp down to your hair tips. Brush slowly so the Airflow dries your hair as well. Work around your hair until it’s completely dry.^[20]
- If you just brush your hair without any other styling, your hair will have a wavy look. You can also do some more styling with the volume brush.
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Point the brush outward to add more volume. Brushing from below gives your hair a fuller look. Instead of brushing towards your scalp, tuck the brush underneath your hair and point the bristles away from your scalp. Then brush away from your scalp all the way to your hair tips and let the hair fall.^[21]
- You could also brush up to give your hair more volume.
- You could brush all your hair this way, or just the sections that you want to have more volume.
- This is an especially good trick to add volume to thinner or straighter hair types.
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Wrap the tips around the brush to create more shape. The volume brush can also curl your hair a bit. Wrap a section of hair up and hold it in place for 10 seconds. Then press the cold snap button to lock the curl in place and straighten your hair back out.^[22]
- You could also use the curling barrel on the tips for more shaping.

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Tips

Rather than towel-drying your hair, you could use the dryer attachment first. Remember to stop drying while your hair is still damp.
Your curls won't set if you don't use the cold blast to finish up, so don't forget that step.
If you want more suggestions on how to use the Airwrap, there are video tutorials on the Dyson website.

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