The Secret To A Great Home-Blowout Is All In Having The Right Hair Dryer
Hair dryers are a bit of an investment, but with so many options to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Do you want to reduce frizz? Save time? Fit it into your carry on? All three? Yep, there's a blow-dryer for that. These are WH editors' favorite hair dryers in each category to help make it easier to find the one that's right for you and your budget. I see many good hair days in your future.
Chi
ulta.com
$139.99
While this dyer may weigh less than a pound, it still boasts a 1,875-watt ceramic motor (as in...it will dry your hair super-fast). It also uses a blue LED light inside of the dryer to help decrease bacterial buildup (who knew that was a thing?!).
Harry Josh Pro Tools
dermstore.com
$249.00
This hair dryer is extremely powerful and has a motor that’s designed to last for 2,000 hours (most only last about 800 hours). It also has eight heat and speed settings, so you can figure out what works best for your locks. The extra-wide nozzle increases air flow to allow for a faster drying time and a smoother blowout.
Drybar
sephora.com
$195.00
Meet the secret weapon behind the Drybar's speedy blowouts. The Buttercup has an 1,875-watt motor to help blow dry hair fast and is able to more evenly distribute heat across strands, thanks to the specially designed 'wave' heater. It also has a negative ion generator, which helps seal the hair’s cuticle to tame frizz.
Bed Head
ulta.com
$34.99
This dryer has a unique "volume control" dial that gives you the ability to determine how voluminous you want your hair to be that day. The five different settings (mute, nice n' easy, just right, bumpin', and full blast) controls the amount of ions that are released to create a smoother look (more ions) or fuller finish (fewer ions).
Dyson
amazon.com
$399.99
The specially designed V9 motor is about the size of a quarter, and yet it spins, on average, six times faster than most other hair dryer motors. Trust me when I say this dryer gets the job done fast. It also includes a device that measures the temperature of the airflow 20 times every second to ensure it never gets so hot that it damages your strands. If that weren't enough to wow you, it's also ergonomic and extremely quiet.
Bio Ionic
sephora.com
$295.00
This Bio Ionic dryer is infused with volcanic rock minerals that emit negative ions to help lock in moisture for more hydrated, shiny hair. It's also made with a special motor that promises to dry hair in 10 minutes or less.
Remington
amazon.com
$19.84
With 60 hertz of power and 1,875 watts, this dryer was built for speed. Remington also boasts a micro conditioner technology, which works to prevent damage.
BaBylissPRO
amazon.com
$59.95
For all of the ceramic hair dryer fans out there, look no further than this option. This pick uses infrared heat, which helps the hair dry faster. You'll also get to choose between six speed and heat settings so that you’re in control when styling.
Revlon
amazon.com
$21.99
This dryer has over 3,000 Amazon reviews, and for good reason: It’s amazing. With infrared heat technology and tourmaline ionic technology, frizzy strands will be a thing of the past. You also get a diffuser, a concentrator nozzle and hair-sectioning clips to help make all your curly (or smooth and straight) hair dreams come true.
DevaCurl
ulta.com
$159.94
This diffuser was created specifically for curly hair. It delivers 360-degree airflow to help your natural texture shine—without frizz. You can also choose between three heat settings to help spare your hair from heat damage.
InStyler
ulta.com
$99.99
This dryer emits major ionic power to help control frizz for smoother, shinier strands. Flip the switch to turbo mode (literally) for even more power, made specifically to use on thick/coarse hair.
Hot Tools
ulta.com
$59.99
The ceramic and ionic airflow on this dryer produces negative ions and far-infrared heat to help to create a frizz-free blowout. Plus, it helps keep hair feeling and looking soft and conditioned. You'll also get a finger diffuser designed specifically to highlight your curls.
amika
sephora.com
$200.00
This little dryer may be small, but it’s mighty. With an 1,875-watt motor (higher than even a standard sized dryer) and an ergonomic handle, you'll never have to sacrifice a good blowout when you're on the road again.
SEPHORA COLLECTION
sephora.com
$32.00
Not only is this perhaps the cutest dryer on the list, thanks to its adorable pink hue, it’s also very practical with its compact, lightweight build. It has two speed settings (high and low), and emits negative ions to help smooth strands as you blow-dry.
T3
ulta.com
$150.00
Don't let the size of this mini dryer fool you. The ion-enriched airflow is strong enough to dry large portions of hair at once. Plus, it has two speed and heat settings and comes with a concentrator nozzle so you don't have to sacrifice a good blowout on the go. Frequent flyers will also love the scratch resistant surface and that the handle folds down to become even more travel friendly.
The Secret To A Great Home-Blowout Is All In Having The Right Hair Dryer
Hair dryers are a bit of an investment, but with so many options to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Do you want to reduce frizz? Save time? Fit it into your carry on? All three? Yep, there's a blow-dryer for that. These are WH editors' favorite hair dryers in each category to help make it easier to find the one that's right for you and your budget. I see many good hair days in your future.
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