Air drying your hair is easy and beneficial if you follow a few steps.

Inside, our pros share how to air dry your hair minimal damage.

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Some of us (me) have had a learning curve.

Its not an impossible task, though.

Is it safe to air-dry your hair in winter?

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Riley says to towel dry thoroughly when you get out of the shower.

Opt for something lightweight like a conditioning mist orserum.

The formula has a UV protectant, which also protects the strands from environmental aggressors, she says.

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Keeping your hair tangled and knot-free will help the finished product be as smooth as possible.

Most pros recommend theWet Brush, which is great for detangling in the shower.

Dont be afraid to plug in your dryer and to help get the job done, De Leon says.

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you might also utilize amousseor gel at this step if you want more hold.

How long does it take for hair to air dry?

Depending on your hairs density, air drying can take anywhere from 15 mins tohours, Gutterman says.

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Is it okay to sleep with wet hair?

Also, the thought of a sopping wet pillow is far from relaxing.

Ultimately, our pros agree that working on damp detangled hair is the best base for products.

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