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I blow dry my hair every night after i wash it. does that dry out the hair?
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Blow drying hair: Either set your hair dryer on medium heat, or alternate between hot and cold. If the hair dryer is constantly on the "hot" setting, your hair will dry out and lose its silky finish.
Answered 9/29/2012
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Yes: Yes unless you use conditioner that is activated by the dryer.
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