Celebrity hairstylists weigh in on the best blow-dryers to help you achieve your next heat styled look.
12 of the Best Hair Dryers to Take Your Blowout to the Next Level
As we begin to enjoy more safe social gatherings, finding the best hair dryers has suddenly become top of the beauty checklist. Perhaps your old one isn’t doing it for you anymore, or you’re simply trying to avoid the salon rush. Maybe you’re planning to do your own braids and you want to stretch out your hair beforehand, or you just want something to speed up your drying time in general, now that there are more reasons to rush out the door.
Not only will high-quality hair dryers give you your desired look faster, but they will also create less damage for you in the long term. Brooklyn-based hairstylist, trichologist, and founder of hair-care platform Mmsmith.co, Mickiela Smith notes, “Quality hair dryer tools can lessen styling time, relieve us from physical stress, and can make it simple in achieving our desired styles with less to no breakage.” No matter what your goal might be, three celebrity hairstylists have weighed in on the best hair dryers, to help you figure out which one might be best for you.
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
Hairstylist Erinn Courtney, who’s known for her work with Rickey Thompson, Nazanin Mandi, Storm Reid, and Willow Smith, says this is her favorite dryer. “I love that the technology is made to prevent overheating or burning the hair because healthy hair is my main priority,” she says. “The only thing that could make it any better is if it came with a comb attachment for curlier and more coiled textures. Dyson, call me.”
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
$399DYSONElchim 3900 Healthy Hair Ceramic Hair Dryer
Jimmy Paul, who has lent his talented hands backstage at Self-Portrait and Thom Browne, turns to this tool when speed is of the essence—hello serial multitaskers and new moms. “Elchim makes my favorite blow-dryer because it dries hair very fast,” he explains.
Elchim 3900 Healthy Hair Ceramic Hair Dryer
$179AMAZONPaul Mitchell Neuro Halo Touchscreen Hair Dryer
Sandrine Diah, better known as Tresses X Sandrine, is a stylist for Cardi B. This dryer is one of her favorites “because it’s very powerful, gets the job done fast, and is an overall ideal blow-dryer that will not damage the tresses,” she says.
Paul Mitchell Neuro Halo Touchscreen Hair Dryer
$255PAUL MITCHELLFHI Heat Elite Professional Accelerate 2200 Dryer
Diah loves this dryer for travel. “It’s very lightweight, easily functional for usage, and perfect for a traveling stylist,” she says.
FHI Heat Accelerate 2200 Brushless Speed Dryer
$225FHIRevAir Reverse-Air Hair Dryer
This device is both a dryer and a straightener, which, Diah notes, “makes the job easier and healthier—not applying heat to the very scalp of clients [makes] for a healthy, painless dry!”
RevAir Reverse-Air Hair Dryer
$439REVAIRGama Professional IQ Perfectto
Mickiela Smith considers this a favorite because it “achieves sleek styles effortlessly.” Plus, curly locks benefit from the extremely fast drying. It doesn’t hurt that it’s light, quiet, easy to store, has a long chord, and comes with a diffuser.
Gama Professional IQ Perfectto Hair Dryer
$399GAMA PROFESSIONALAmika Mighty Mini Ionic Hair Dryer
James Pecis, Oribe’s global ambassador is particularly fond of this affordable travel-size dryer, which he uses backstage regularly. “It is the lightest hair dryer I’ve found that packs a true dual voltage,” he says.
Amika Mighty Mini Ionic Hair Dryer
$52AMAZONDyson Airwrap Complete
This dryer is equipped with a set of attachments that make it perfect for all hair types. Smith notes that it produces high air pressure with controlled airflow, helping keep the hair healthy.
Dyson Airwrap Complete
Harry Josh Pro Tools Pro Dryer 2000
“I love this blow-dryer by Harry Josh,” says Serge Normant, the French expat who often works with Julia Roberts, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Julianne Moore, among others. A fashion-world favorite, “It’s powerful, easy to travel with, and it’s handmade in France!” he says.
Harry Josh® Pro Tools Pro Dryer 2000
BaBylissPRO STEELFX Stainless Steel 2000-Watt Hair Dryer
This dryer can be held on the handle or on the barrel of the dryer itself, depending on your preference. Although it’s lightweight, it’s also extremely forceful thanks to its Ferrari-designed technology, and you’re left with a smooth finish.
BaBylissPRO STEELFX 2000 Watt Stainless Steel Hair Dryer
Bioprogramming Repronizer 3D Plus
Smith reaches for this dryer because it repairs hair while in use. “This dryer leaves hair with minimum breakage and maximum softness and shine,” she says. “Plus, it has an easy-to-hold arch dryer handle.”
Bioprogramming Repronizer 3D Plus
$380BIOPROGRAMMINGDeluxe Softhood Hair Dryer
Smith loves this hands-free dryer accessory because it’s “fast drying with maximum airflow pocket design.” Plus, it has a nonslip silicone collar that ensures the tube will stay on its associated hair dryer.
Curlformers Deluxe Softhood Hair Dryer Attachment
$20CURLFORMERSThis story originally appeared on: Vogue - Author:Akili King
