--- title: "Rough Dry at Timba, Cardiff" description: "Quick rough dry at Timba, Cardiff. Fifteen minutes, £22, hair dried and touchable without a full brush styling finish." canonical: "https://www.timbahair.com/services/rough-dry" --- ![Person with long brown hair being blow-dried in a salon](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fperson-long-brown-hair-blow-dry-salon.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1790851507332&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Ladies Cutting and Styling # Rough Dry £22 15 mins [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=9174d6babcc1aadecc596160) A **rough dry** is Timba's quick, no-fuss drying service for clients who simply need dry hair before heading out. Rather than full brush styling, stylists use a blow-dryer and their hands to remove moisture and lightly encourage your hair's natural texture, giving you a casual, touchable finish in just 15 minutes. ## What Happens During a Rough Dry The process is simple and efficient: - Hair is **towel-dried** first, then suitable products are applied - A blow-dryer is used with **hands and fingers rather than styling brushes** - Stylists may **scrunch, lift, or lightly twist** sections to bring out natural wave or curl - The focus is on **functional dryness**, not precise sectioning or a sleek finish It's a quick trip through the drying stage, without the tension and detailed brush work of a full blowout. ## What to Expect Afterwards Results follow your natural texture rather than override it: - Straight hair tends to look **light and airy**, though not perfectly smooth - Wavy or curly hair often comes out **tousled with visible movement** - Hair is left dry (or mostly dry) with a bit of volume, ready for casual wear - You can go straight home and finish with your own brushes, hot tools, or products if you want more polish ## Who It Suits A rough dry is a practical choice rather than an event-ready style: - Clients who are **time-pressed or budget-conscious** and just need dry hair - Anyone who wants to **see a new cut or colour** clearly without paying for full styling - Those planning to **restyle at home** afterwards or wear hair up - It's not the right pick if you need a sleek, long-lasting, or camera-ready finish, for that, ask about a full blow-dry with our stylists, including Katie Williams, Lucy Osborne, Evie Collins, or Hannah James ## A Few Practical Notes - Heat is still used, so heat protection is worth asking for, especially on fine, coloured, or chemically treated hair - Very long or thick hair may take a little longer than the standard 15 minutes - If you have a sensitive scalp or damaged hair, mention it so your stylist can use lower heat and airflow [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=9174d6babcc1aadecc596160) ## Frequently Asked Questions What exactly is a rough dry? It's a quick drying service where your stylist uses a blow-dryer and their hands, rather than brushes, to remove most of the moisture from your hair, leaving it dry and touchable without a polished, styled finish. How long does a rough dry take? It typically takes around 15 minutes, though very long or thick hair may need a little extra time. How much does it cost? A rough dry at Timba costs £22. Will my hair look styled afterwards? Not in the same way as a full blow-dry. Your natural texture will show through, straight hair looks light and airy, while wavy or curly hair often looks tousled with some volume. Does a rough dry include brushing or hot tools? No, it's generally a fingers-only drying service without detailed brush work or straightening irons. If you want a smoother finish, a full blow-dry is a better fit. Is a rough dry a good option after a haircut or colour? Yes, it's often chosen after a cut or colour to reveal the new shape or shade without the extra time and cost of full styling. Should I ask for heat protection? It's a good idea, especially if your hair is fine, coloured, or chemically treated, since heat is still used during drying. Can I style my hair further at home after a rough dry? Absolutely. A rough dry leaves hair dry and ready as a base for you to brush, use hot tools, or apply finishing products yourself. [Book Online](https://book.thesalon.app/salons/5d037f92-0091-4453-941b-88ca6bf28bb5/book?service=9174d6babcc1aadecc596160) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![Busy salon with stylists cutting two clients' hair at wooden-framed mirror stations](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Ftimba-salon-128x116.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a63441344848e6394b4cfb5%26v%3D1788530798206&w=128&q=75&dpl=dpl_G3HMrpiZhwUsMjfKEQ55jBoi46nz) Lucy Osborne Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/lucy-osborne) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Cut and Blowdry From £66•45–60 mins [View](/services/cut-and-blow-dry) - Cut and Blowdry (Thick/Long Hair) From £76•From 60 mins [View](/services/cut-and-blow-dry-lots-of-hair-below-shoulder) - Restyle £73–£88•From 60 mins [View](/services/restyle) - Blowdry £37–£45•30 mins [View](/services/blow-dry) Show more services - Blowdry (Thick/Long Hair) From £60•From 45 mins [View](/services/blow-dry-lots-of-hair-below-shoulder) - Luxury Atomic Blowdry with Peptide Protection £50–£60•45 mins [View](/services/atomic-blow-dry) - Luxury Atomic Blowdry with Peptide Protection (Thick/Long Hair) £65–£75•60 mins [View](/services/atomic-blow-dry-lots-of-hair-below-shoulder) - Blowdry with Curls From £60•From 60 mins [View](/services/blow-dry-and-curled) - Just Curls From £36•From 45 mins [View](/services/just-curls) - Wet Cut £41–£55•30 mins [View](/services/wet-cut) - Fringe Trim Complimentary•15–0 mins [View](/services/fringe-trim)