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A salon blow-dry owes as much to what goes on the hair before the dryer as it does to the brush work. This collection brings together the primers, mists, creams and balms that make that happen at home: heat protectants that shield the hair, root lifters for fine hair, smoothing creams for frizz and quick-dry sprays that cut time off a long, thick blowout.
Zilion is an official NZ stockist of every brand here, from Osmo, Nak Hair and Milk Shake to K18, Kerasilk, Goldwell, Kevin Murphy and Schwarzkopf Professional. Most products come in 150 to 250ml bottles, with travel minis from Nak Hair and K18 for the gym bag or a weekend away.
About Our Blow Dry Collection
Blow-drying puts hair through two stresses at once: heat from the dryer and tension from the brush. A good pre-styling product deals with both. It forms a light film that slows moisture loss, adds slip so the brush glides instead of snagging, and gives the hair something to hold onto so the shape you create lasts until the next wash.
The products in this collection fall into a few clear groups. Heat protection sprays and foams are the base layer for anyone using a dryer or iron. Blowout mists and lotions combine protection with smoothness or body. Volumisers and root lifters are aimed at fine, flat hair. Balms and creams suit thicker, coarser or frizz-prone hair that needs more control. Many products overlap, so the right pick depends on your hair type and the finish you want.
Blow Dry Products by Type and Hair Need
Heat protection first. If you only buy one product, make it a heat protectant. Milk Shake Thermal Protector 200ml is our best seller, and K18 Heatbounce Conditioning Heat Protectant protects up to 232°C, according to K18. Kevin Murphy Heated.Defence is a weightless leave-in foam, while Eleven Australia Heat Styling Protection Spray and Fudge Tri-Blo Spray work on damp or dry hair. Browse the wider Heat Protection collection for more.
Smooth, glossy blowouts. Nak Hair Signature Blowout Smooth Mist 250ml smooths and protects during blow-drying, and Kevin Murphy Blow.Dry Ever.Smooth is a heat-activated style extender that reduces frizz. Osmo Blowdry Potion adds protection, smoothness and a little natural body in one lotion.
Volume and lift. Fine, flat hair needs grip rather than weight. Osmo Extreme Volume Root Lifter targets the roots, DunGud Blow Out Expansion Spray expands body and texture with aloe vera, jojoba and vitamin E, and Schwarzkopf Professional Osis+ Upload is a lightweight volume cream for fine to medium hair. Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger HydroMist Blow-Out Spray adds volume and a clean hold for all hair types. See Texture & Volume Styling for finishing products.
Frizz control for thick hair. Kerasilk Smoothing Blow Dry Cream is a vegan cream for medium to coarse hair, and Kerasilk Taming Balm uses Biomimetic Silk and shea oil for coarse, curly or wavy hair. Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Relaxing Balm seals the cuticle with wheat and vegetable proteins, and Osmo Blow Out Balm gives a glassy, smooth finish.
Straighter styles. Goldwell StyleSign Straightening Balm is designed for damaged or coarse hair that you want sleek, Juuce Curls to Straight is a cream straightener for curls and waves, and Kerasilk Flat Iron Spray protects hair under a straightener without residue.
Faster drying. KMS ThermaShape Quick Blow Dry is made to speed up drying with heated tools, and Goldwell StyleSign Everyday Blow-Dry Spray combines heat protection with frizz control for day-to-day blow-drying.
Multi-taskers and men's styling. Schwarzkopf Professional Session Label The Miracle primes and protects with heat protection up to 230°C. L'Oreal Professionnel Tecni.Art Flex Blowdry Cream uses thermo-reactive agents that work with the dryer, and Suavecito Grooming Spray is a pre-styler for shorter men's cuts, also sold as a twin pack.
Brands in This Category
Salon brands make up the whole blow dry range. Each link opens the brand's full collection at Zilion:
- Osmo
- Nak Hair
- Goldwell
- Kerasilk
- Schwarzkopf Professional
- K18
- Kevin Murphy
- Paul Mitchell
- L'Oreal Professionnel
- Milk Shake
- Juuce
- Suavecito
Top 10 Blow Dry Products
- Osmo Blowdry Potion 250ml: a lightweight styling lotion that protects from heat, controls flyaways and adds natural body.
- Nak Hair Signature Blowout Smooth Mist 250ml: a smoothing, heat-protective mist for a sleek, shiny blow-dry on all hair types.
- K18 Heatbounce Conditioning Heat Protectant 118ml: protection up to 232°C with softness and shine, suited to colour-treated or damaged hair.
- Kerasilk Smoothing Blow Dry Cream 150ml: a vegan cream for medium to coarse hair that smooths and protects up to 230°C.
- Goldwell StyleSign Everyday Blow-Dry Spray 200ml: an everyday spray with heat protection and humidity control for blow-drying or ironing.
- Osmo Extreme Volume Root Lifter 250ml: targeted lift at the roots for fine, limp hair, without stiffness.
- KMS ThermaShape Quick Blow Dry 200ml: a light spray that speeds up drying and reduces friction damage.
- Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Relaxing Balm 150ml: a smoothing balm for frizzy, wavy or unruly hair that needs a sleeker finish.
- Juuce Curls to Straight 150ml: a cream straightener that helps turn curls and waves into smooth, straight styles.
- Fudge Tri-Blo Spray 150ml: heat protection up to 235°C, according to Fudge, with shine and no stickiness.
Best Sellers at Zilion
- Milk Shake Thermal Protector 200ml ($35.99)
- DunGud Blow Out Expansion Spray 275ml ($40.46)
- Kevin Murphy Blow Dry Ever Smooth 150ml ($74.70)
- Kevin Murphy Heated.Defence 150ml ($56.70)
- Schwarzkopf Professional Osis+ Hairbody 200ml ($34.20)
- Schwarzkopf Professional Session Label The Miracle Multi-Tasking Styling Balm 50ml ($41.40)
- Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger HydroMist Blow-Out Spray 150ml ($30.60)
- L'Oreal Professionnel Tecni.Art Flex Blowdry Cream 150ml ($37.80)
- Schwarzkopf Professional Osis+ Upload 200ml ($34.20)
- L'Oreal Professionnel Tecni.Art Flex Pli Thermo Modelling Spray 190ml ($37.80)
Benefits of Using a Blow Dry Product
- Less heat damage. A protective layer slows moisture loss from the dryer, so lengths stay softer and split ends build up more slowly.
- Faster drying. Quick-dry sprays help water leave the hair sooner, which matters with long or thick hair.
- Smoother results. Creams and balms flatten the cuticle and reduce frizz, giving a glossier finish.
- Volume that holds. Root lifters and expansion sprays give fine hair grip, so lift lasts beyond the first hour.
- Easier brushing. Added slip means less snagging and tension on wet hair, which is when it is most fragile.
- A blow-dry that lasts. Many formulas help the style resist humidity, useful in Auckland summers and Wellington wind.
- Fewer products. Multi-tasking balms and lotions combine protection, smoothness and hold in one step.
Blow Dry Products Buying Guide
Fine or flat hair. Skip heavy creams. A root lifter such as Osmo Extreme Volume or a light spray like DunGud Blow Out Expansion, Paul Mitchell HydroMist or Schwarzkopf Osis+ Upload gives body without weight. Pair it with a round brush for lift at the crown.
Medium hair that frizzes. A blowout mist or lotion is the sweet spot: Nak Hair Blowout Smooth Mist, Osmo Blowdry Potion or Goldwell Everyday Blow-Dry Spray smooth and protect without flattening the hair.
Thick, coarse or curly hair. Choose a cream or balm with more control: Kerasilk Smoothing Blow Dry Cream, Kerasilk Taming Balm, Paul Mitchell Super Skinny or Goldwell Straightening Balm. Section the hair and dry each section fully for the smoothest result.
Coloured or damaged hair. Prioritise protection. K18 Heatbounce and Kevin Murphy Heated.Defence are good choices, and you can layer a light smoothing product over the top.
Short hair and men's cuts. Suavecito Grooming Spray gives a pre-styling base for pomades and clays, while Schwarzkopf Osis+ Hairbody adds light volume and controls static.
How to apply. Towel-dry first so the hair is damp rather than dripping. Spray or work the product through mid-lengths and ends, apply root products at the base only, then comb through before drying.
Why Shop Blow Dry Products at Zilion
- Official NZ stockist. Zilion is an official stockist of every brand in this collection, so each product is genuine stock.
- Free shipping over $85. Orders under $85 ship for a flat $7.99 to metro and rural addresses.
- Afterpay and Zip. Spread the cost of a bigger order over interest-free instalments.
- Same-day dispatch. In-stock orders placed before 9am leave our warehouse the same business day.
- Travel sizes. Try a formula in a mini first, such as the Nak Hair Smooth Mist Mini 100ml or K18 Heatbounce Travel 47ml, or browse Travel Sizes.
- Sets that save. The Nak Hair Signature Blowout Mini Travel Set pairs the smooth mist with a blowout brush, and more sets are in Packs & Bundles.
- Help when you need it. Email care@zilion.co.nz with your hair type and the finish you want, and we will suggest a product.
Delivery Across New Zealand
We deliver blow dry products right across the country, to Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown, and to rural addresses in every region. Metro orders usually arrive in 1 to 4 business days and rural orders in 3 to 7. Aerosol sprays travel as dangerous goods and can take a little longer.
Blow Dry Products FAQs
What is a blow dry product?
It is any product applied before or during blow-drying to protect, smooth, add volume or speed up drying. Examples include heat protectant sprays, blowout mists, volumising sprays and smoothing balms.
Do I really need a heat protectant?
If you use a dryer, straightener or curling iron regularly, yes. A heat protectant reduces moisture loss and helps keep the ends from becoming dry and brittle.
What is the best heat protectant in this collection?
Milk Shake Thermal Protector is our best seller. K18 Heatbounce and Kevin Murphy Heated.Defence are popular for colour-treated or damaged hair.
How hot can heat protectants protect hair?
It depends on the product. K18 Heatbounce is rated by K18 to 232°C, Fudge Tri-Blo to 235°C and several Goldwell, Kerasilk and Schwarzkopf products to 230°C. Keep your tools at the lowest temperature that works.
What is a blowout mist?
A light spray used on damp hair before drying. Nak Hair Signature Blowout Smooth Mist, for example, smooths, protects from heat and adds shine.
What is the difference between a blow dry spray and a blow dry cream?
Sprays are lighter and suit fine to medium hair. Creams and balms give more smoothing and control for thick, coarse or frizzy hair.
Which product gives the most volume?
For root lift, try Osmo Extreme Volume Root Lifter. DunGud Blow Out Expansion Spray and Paul Mitchell HydroMist build overall body.
What is a root lifter?
A targeted spray applied at the roots of damp hair. It gives the base of the hair grip so it lifts away from the scalp as you dry it.
Which blow dry product is best for fine hair?
Lightweight sprays and root lifters, such as Osmo Extreme Volume Root Lifter, DunGud Blow Out Expansion Spray and Schwarzkopf Osis+ Upload, add body without weighing fine hair down.
Which blow dry product is best for thick hair?
Kerasilk Smoothing Blow Dry Cream, Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Relaxing Balm and Goldwell StyleSign Straightening Balm give thick hair more control and a smoother finish.
Which product helps with frizz?
Smoothing creams and balms work best. Kerasilk Taming Balm, Kevin Murphy Blow.Dry Ever.Smooth and Osmo Blow Out Balm all target frizz.
Can blow dry products speed up drying time?
Some are designed to. KMS ThermaShape Quick Blow Dry is made to reduce drying time with heated tools, and many other sprays help by reducing friction.
Can I use a blow dry product on curly hair?
Yes. If you want to blow curly hair straight, use a cream or balm such as Juuce Curls to Straight or Kerasilk Taming Balm. For diffusing curls, choose a light protectant.
How do I get a sleek, straight blow-dry?
Apply a smoothing cream to damp hair, dry in sections with a paddle or round brush, aim the airflow down the hair shaft, then finish with a straightener if needed.
How do I get a bouncy, voluminous blow-dry?
Use a root lifter at the base and a light volumising spray through the lengths. Dry the roots first, lifting with a round brush, and finish with a blast of cool air.
Should I apply blow dry products to wet or damp hair?
Damp hair is best. Towel-dry first so the product is not diluted, then comb it through.
How much product should I use?
Start with a small amount: a few sprays or a pea to coin-sized amount of cream, depending on hair length. Too much can make hair feel heavy or sticky.
Can I layer a heat protectant with other styling products?
Yes. Apply the heat protectant first, then a volumiser or smoothing product. Many blowout products already include heat protection, so check the label.
Do blow dry products work with straighteners and curling irons?
Most heat protectants cover all hot tools. Kerasilk Flat Iron Spray is made specifically for straighteners, and L'Oreal Professionnel Tecni.Art Flex Pli works with dryers, irons and curlers.
Can I use these products on dry hair?
Some are made for dry hair too, such as Fudge Tri-Blo Spray, Eleven Australia Heat Styling Protection Spray and Kerasilk Taming Balm. Check each product page.
Will a blow dry product make my hair greasy?
Not if you choose the right weight and amount. Fine hair should use light sprays and keep creams away from the roots.
Are these products suitable for coloured hair?
Yes, most are fine on coloured hair. Heat protection is especially useful for colour-treated hair, as heat can make colour fade faster.
What does Schwarzkopf Session Label The Miracle do?
It is a multi-tasking styling balm that primes and protects the hair, with heat protection up to 230°C according to Schwarzkopf Professional.
What is Kevin Murphy Heated.Defence?
A weightless leave-in foam that protects hair from heat tools while conditioning and smoothing.
What is Osmo Blowdry Potion?
A lightweight blow-dry lotion that protects from heat, controls frizz and adds smoothness, shine and a little body.
What is DunGud Blow Out Expansion Spray?
A non-greasy volumising spray that expands body and texture during blow-drying, with aloe vera, jojoba oil and vitamin E.
Is there a blow dry product for men?
Suavecito Grooming Spray is a pre-styling spray for shorter cuts that adds hold and control, and Schwarzkopf Osis+ Hairbody suits short hair that needs light volume.
Are any of these products vegan?
Kerasilk describes its Smoothing Blow Dry Cream and Taming Balm as vegan. Check each product page for the brand's own claims.
Do blow dry products protect against humidity?
Some do. Goldwell StyleSign sprays and Kerasilk Taming Balm are designed to resist humidity and frizz for longer.
How do I stop my blow-dry dropping by the afternoon?
Use a volumising product at the roots, dry hair completely, and set each section with cool air before releasing the brush.
What brush should I use for a blow-dry?
A round brush gives volume and bend, and a paddle brush suits straight, smooth styles. Browse our Round Brushes and Paddle Brushes collections.
What dryer setting should I use?
Rough-dry on medium heat until hair is about 80% dry, then use a nozzle and brush for the final shape. Finish on cool to set it.
Can I use a blow dry product every day?
Yes, lightweight sprays and heat protectants are made for daily use. Wash hair regularly so products do not build up.
Do I need a different product in summer and winter?
Many people use a lighter spray in humid summer weather to avoid heaviness, and a richer cream in winter when hair is drier.
Is there a travel-size blow dry product?
Yes. Nak Hair Signature Blowout Smooth Mist Mini 100ml and K18 Heatbounce Travel 47ml are easy to pack.
What is in the Nak Hair Signature Blowout Mini Travel Set?
It brings together the Signature Blowout Smooth Mist Mini 100ml and the Nak Hair Signature Blowout Brush in a travel-friendly set.
What should I use for a keratin-smoothed blow-dry?
Choose a sulfate-free routine and a smoothing heat protectant. Kerasilk products are designed with smooth, frizz-free hair in mind.
Can I blow-dry without damaging my hair?
Heat always has some effect, but you can limit it: use a heat protectant, avoid the highest heat, keep the dryer moving and do not over-dry.
Will a heat protectant stop split ends?
It helps slow them down, but cannot repair ends that are already split. Regular trims and conditioning treatments are still needed.
Which product suits a quick everyday blow-dry?
A multi-purpose lotion such as Osmo Blowdry Potion or Goldwell StyleSign Everyday Blow-Dry Spray covers protection and smoothness in one step.
Is Zilion an official stockist of these blow dry brands?
Yes. Zilion is an official NZ stockist of every brand in this collection, from Osmo, Nak Hair and Milk Shake to K18 and Kerasilk.
Are the blow dry products you sell genuine?
Yes. As an official stockist we only sell genuine products.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is free on NZ orders over $85. Orders under $85 cost a flat $7.99 to metro and rural addresses.
How long does delivery take?
In-stock orders placed before 9am are dispatched the same business day. Metro deliveries take 1 to 4 business days and rural deliveries 3 to 7.
Can I pay with Afterpay or Zip?
Yes. Afterpay and Zip are both available at checkout.
Can I return a product I have opened?
No. For hygiene reasons, opened or used products cannot be returned unless they are faulty.
What is your returns policy for unopened items?
Unopened, unused items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days for a change of mind. Return postage and a restocking fee of $10 or 10% (whichever is less) apply.
What if my order arrives leaking or damaged?
Email care@zilion.co.nz within 5 days of delivery with your order number and photos. We will arrange a replacement or refund.
Do you deliver to PO Boxes or overseas?
No. Our couriers do not deliver cosmetics to PO Boxes, and we ship within New Zealand only.
Who can I ask for help choosing a blow dry product?
Email care@zilion.co.nz with your hair type, length and the finish you want, and our team will recommend a product.
Finish the look with Hair Styling Products, find a new Hair Dryer or Round Brush, or save on sets in Packs & Bundles.