Achieve a Salon-Quality Blowout at Home with Samantha Gradilone

Bringing the luxury of a salon-quality blowout into your home can feel intimidating, especially when handling a round brush. But as Samantha Gradilone, senior stylist at our Brooklyn Heights salon, demonstrates in the video above, it’s easier than you think—with the right tools, techniques, and products.

In this tutorial, Samantha showcases the classic smooth and bouncy blowout using our La Sophia Round Boar Bristle Brush by Fabio Scalia. The video walks you through every step, from prepping your hair to perfecting face-framing waves. Whether you’re a blowout novice or looking to refine your skills, you’ll discover that mastering this timeless technique is the ultimate luxury in self-care.

Step 1: Prepping the Hair

Great styling begins with clean, well-prepped hair. Always start your blowout with freshly washed hair and a clean scalp to create the perfect foundation. Samantha recommends using products tailored to your hair’s unique needs—a step where your stylist can truly guide you.

Need personalized product advice? Book a consultation to have one of our experts recommend the perfect heat protectant, shampoo, or conditioner for your hair type.

Step 2: The Right Tools and Products

The secret to achieving a salon-quality blowout lies in your tools. Samantha’s tool of choice, our La Sophia Round Boar Bristle Brush, is a game-changer. Its natural bristles provide a smooth, polished finish while being gentle on your strands.

Pro Tip: Natural brushes might feel “old school,” but they’re the epitome of luxury and self-care—offering unparalleled results compared to synthetic alternatives.

Want to try it yourself? Shop the Fabio Scalia Brush Collection here.

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Step 3: Section Like a Pro

In the video, Samantha demonstrates the power of working with smaller sections. This approach not only gives you more control over your blowout but also helps you achieve a sleek, professional finish.

  • Rough-dry your hair first to remove excess moisture.
  • Section your hair into manageable pieces using clips, and start with the bottom layers.

Step 4: Styling the Face-Framing Pieces

The magic of a blowout often lies in the finishing touches. Watch how Samantha uses the La Sophia Brush to create soft, face-framing waves that open up the face and add a polished, elegant look.

This step might seem tricky, but with the right brush and a little practice, you’ll nail it in no time!

Step 5: Locking It In

No blowout is complete without the right finishing products. Samantha’s go-to styling sprays and serums add shine, reduce frizz, and help your blowout last for days.

Looking for product recommendations to extend the life of your style?  Schedule a consultation to find your perfect match.

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Feeling inspired? Start your blowout journey with the best tools and products. Your perfect blowout is just a click away.

Aries Hair Color Ideas

Aries Season Hairstyles 2026: Cuts for Power & Drive

Aries are in charge, straightforward, and want to get down to business. At Fabio Scalia Salons, we believe high-powered looks suitable for the office can still be modern and sexy.

The bold bob is the definitive Aries cut for 2026. Precise, confident, and zero-nonsense, a bold bob frames the face with intention. SS26 runways confirmed the bob as the season’s defining hair silhouette, appearing in blunt jaw-grazing versions at major houses. Consider this stunning bob (cut by Fabio Scalia, color by Rocco Crisci) as your Aries season inspo.

For those who prefer length, 2026 is all about voluminous waves with movement — loose, lived-in, and full of attitude. Effortless but never undone. The key is dimension in the color, which brings us to the technique that was made for Aries.

Aries Hair Color Ideas: Balayage for the Impatient

Because Aries don’t want to mess around and are typically impatient, our colorists (who provide some of the best balayage in NYC) recommend this technique for Aries. Balayage is a low-maintenance color that doesn’t require touch-ups as often — and in fact, you can get away with a balayage once or twice a year.

For Aries season, think warm copper balayage on brunettes for a sun-kissed, dimensional result that reads effortlessly bold. The color evolves naturally between appointments, catching light differently throughout the day — exactly the kind of low-effort, high-impact approach that suits the sign.

Book Your Aries Season Transformation

See something that lights your fire? The color that’s right for you depends on your base, your undertones, and how much of a statement you want to make. Our colorists are here to spark inspiration to help you find it.

  • Book online at fabioscalia.com
  • Call Soho: 212-343-0523
  • Call Brooklyn: 718-855-5770

New beginnings await.

Aries Season Hairstyles 2026
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