No matter what type of hair you have, always predry your hair a bit before you start styling it says stylist Julien Faren. Trying to style sopping-wet hair is a waste of time, and your arms will feel as if they've been doing military push-ups before too long. Instead, blot your hair with a towel. Then let it air-dry as long as possible of wrap it up absorbent towel, such as an Aquls Hair Towel (Pure Beauty, www.purebeauty.com for store locations), to remove excess water while you apply makeup or get dressed. "Most of the styling occurs when hair is 90 percent dry," explains Farel. "The less time your hair is exposed to the heat of the dryer, which can be damaging, the better," Next begin predrying hair using cool to medium air and a high speed setting. When your hair feels nearly dry, it's time to start styling.