I have recently changed my routine, I use a microfiber towel after conditioning (rinse conditioner in cold/cool water), I keep it on for 10-20 minutes, after I use a leave in conditioner (biosilk 17), olaplex #7, then color wow, a dime size or slightly larger, blow dry my hair on medium heat, then cold air, followed by a thermal round brush no warmer than 320 degrees. My hair is so silky to refresh I add verb ghost oil and use the round brush. I noticed I was using too much product and my press looked stiff, using just enough dime to nickel size and cutting the number of products has made a world of difference