TikTok is home to over 10 billion hair hacks, with some more helpful than others.

“One
hack that has gone viral recently is the Dyson Airwrap hack, which sees users applying hairspray to their hair while it’s still on the device to achieve picture-perfect curls.

“While this might be effective, there are a number of reasons why this could be dangerous.

“Firstly, the Airwrap
instructions
state you shouldn’t use any lubricants, cleaning agents, polishes or air fresheners on any part of the appliance. That’s because doing so can clog the air vents, which could result in a decline in the vacuum’s suction power.

“But it’s not just the device itself that you should be concerned about when it comes to this hack.

“Using hairspray before applying heat to your hair, regardless of how good the Coanda technology is – is never a good idea. As hairspray contains alcohol, applying heat
after adding it to your hair will only dry it out more and result in it looking and feeling lacklustre.

“Instead, to maintain hair health when using heat tools, always apply a heat protectant spray prior to use to avoid causing damage to the hair’s cuticle.

“And while it’s not recommended to use hairspray prior to curling, there’s nothing wrong with using it afterwards.

“Spray the hair from 30cm away to reach all layers and style with a wide-tooth comb for a glossy finish.

“But, it’s not enough to spritz and go – there are always some annoying loose strands. Spray hairspray on a bobby pin before placing it upside down for extra grip on the dancefloor.
Or, for a sleek up-do, spray a light layer over your hair and brush from root to crown using the end of a clean, unused toothbrush to banish those flyaway baby hairs. 

“To avoid any problems getting hairspray out, try adding a hair oil or conditioning spray to your hair before application.”