Most of us use a hair dryer on a daily basis, so it’s no wonder that a cheap, budget model usually only has a short shelf life. These days, if you want salon-style results, you need to invest in a design that offers more than just ‘on’ and ‘off’ settings.
The latest hair dryers come with all sorts of fancy features that will make you feel like you’ve just stepped out of the salon each and every day. Whether you have long, luscious locks or an out of control frizz that needs constant taming, there’s a dryer out there for you. To help you navigate the hair care scene, we’ve done the hard work and picked what we think are the best five models to buy right now.
These hair dryers come with a variety of high-spec features and functions, such as self-cleaning, intelligent heat control, fizz-free settings and concentrated nozzles for easy styling.
Available in black and nickel, silver and grey or pink, this state-of-the-art is said to help maintain healthy, shiny hair thanks to its fast drying motion with Air Multiplier technology and powerful digital motor. It comes with a smoothing nozzle, concentrator and diffuser and has four heat settings, making it a really versatile option that should suit most buyers.
Acoustically tuned
Most hairdryers are pretty noisy, which isn’t ideal if you have to get up early and don’t want to wake the rest of the house up. With Dyson, you get an acoustically tuned design for lower noise and in fact, many users have praised this feature highly. Basically, it won’t vibrate as much as other models which in turn makes it sound less abrasive and noisy.
Healthier hair
Many users of this model also love the fact that it makes their hair look and feel shinier from first use. The Dyson Supersonic maintains consistent, controlled temperatures to prevent overheating and damage to your locks. The smoothing nozzle and accessories that come with it can be used to gently dry and style at the same time, perfect for parties and going out on the town.
Speedy drying
Thanks to an air volume of 41 litres per second, this dryer will have your hair finished in no time – perfect if you’re always in a hurry. The combination of Air Multiplier technology and a digital motor focus the air output, which means less drying time for you.
Ideal for everyday use as well as styling hair for parties, this well-priced offers enhanced airflow and heat distribution for a salon-style finish. It’s said to make sure your hair stays fizz-free and shiny, while the Style Shot feature makes it easier to achieve your chosen style before locking it in place.
OPTIheat technology
This intelligent feature uses enhanced airflow and perfect heat distribution to shape, sculpt and lock your chosen style in place.
Frizz free
This model boasts 90 per cent more ions than a standard Remington dryer for smoother hair and a flawless finish.
Concentrator shape
Exclusive to Remington, the styling concentrator shape is designed specially to enhance airflow and heat distribution, emulating the same results as your favourite salon.
The is the first professional hair dryer from the popular hair product manufacturer. We think it's a great option for those after a little luxury –and it's a bonus if you already have a pair of GHD hair straighteners to match.
Cool function
For in the depth of summer when you can't think of anything worse than hot(ter) air in your face, the GHD Air features a cool function. Press and hold for a blast of cold air. It's also a great option for those who don't want to add heat on already damaged hair, and of course, it's great at setting your style in place.
Advanced ionic technology
Frizzy hair? This powerful hair dryer has advanced ionic technology inside to ensure even the most untamable hair follicles behave. This technology works to lock in moisture for softer and shinier results. This way your blow dry will stay looking salon-fresh for days. After all, GHD does stand for good hair day.
Flexibility
Left handed? Right handed? Ambidextrous? Whatever, the GHD Air can be used by anyone no matter the hand you favour. It also features a 3m long cable in case your mirror isn't close to a plug socket. And it comes with two hair clips in the box for easy sectioning, as well as a concentrator nozzle.
An attractive looking dryer at a great price, this comes with ionic and ceramic heating technology as well as two speeds and three heat settings including a cool shot and turbo button. Extra features include a removable filter and ultra slim nozzle, so you can achieve your desired style quickly and easily without fuss.
Ceramic technology
This warmth-balancing tech gives you high power airflow for quick drying; ideal if you have long, thick hair or for those who are always in a hurry and never have the time to sit around blow drying their hair for ages.
Professional AC motor
Ionic frizz control means that as you dry your hair, the built-in ironic system releases a stream of balancing ions to make your hair smoother and shinier by smoothing down the cuticles on each strand.
Long cord
A 3m cable is salon-style and allows you to plug in and move around with ease, great if your mirror is situated at the other end of the room.