Q: What three tools help reduce damage to trestles when styling?

An ionic blow dryer is faster and leaves your hair shinier and healthier than the traditional blow dryer. It emits millions of charged particles called ions that bond to your hair, breaking down moisture molecules without frying hair like the old blow dryers do. Second, thermoceramic brushes produce more consistent heat for your hair, which is less damaging and smoothes the cuticle, minimizing breakage and split ends. Lastly, boar bristles on brushes help smooth the hair strands individually for added shine and protection.

Gina Pieper is the Artistic Director at Empire Beauty Schools, the nation’s largest provider of cosmetology education in North America.