Firm bristles to smooth and control unruly, frizz-prone hair. For a straighter style with less frizz and fewer flyaways.¹ First generation 1.2 inch Airwrap™ barrels use the Coanda effect to create voluminous curls in shorter hair. Comes with two barrels to create curls in in both directions. Two years later, Dyson released its latest hair styling device, the AirWrap Styler. Tapping into the current vogue for healthy hair styling, the Styler is designed to create curls, waves, and bouncy blow drys without using extreme heat that can leave your strands feeling frizzy and dry. The result: direction change barrels for faster and easier curling, reengineered brush attachments for more precise shaping, and an entirely new, dual-purpose Coanda smoothing dryer. Our ability to control airflow delivers enhanced Coanda performance to curl, shape and hide flyaways –without extreme heat." Refurbished Dyson machines are built to last. However, if you experience any problems, or have any questions, Dyson Experts provide the same level of support as if it was a brand new machine.

And that’s just the question we sought out to answer when three of our editors — all with different hair types and textures — tested out the multifunctional styler for ourselves.

Coanda styling pioneered by Dyson

Large brush with long, fine bristles for creating tension when styling. Engineered for longer hair, to shape and create more volume.⁶ You need to lift up a section of hair (about one inch wide is a good rule of thumb) and hold the AirWrap curling barrel about four inches away from the end of the strand. If you're still undecided about the Dyson Airwrap we've answered some common questions below to help with your buying decision. What does the Dyson Airwrap do? That said, the tool isn't without flaws. Aside from the sky-high price point, there's a substantial learning curve when it comes to adapting to the innovative technology at first — it took me a matter of months, not days, to really figure it out. And not every attachment is a fit for everyone: I really only ever use the smoothing attachment, the curling barrels, the round brush and the firm smoothing brush. You'll also have to consider your hair type and what you're trying to achieve: While my hair happens to hold a curl well, the Airwrap might not be right for you if your hair struggles to hold a style as the gentle heat may not be strong enough to set a style (although that can be improved by using styling products like a mousse or using the curling attachments on damp hair). Lastly, if you don't plan on styling your hair with the device regularly, it may not wind up being worth the cost.

We held the curl until the hair was dry, and then pushed the temperature switch up to deliver a ‘cold shot’ to the hair – this helps to set the style and can make the curl look shinier. Expert how-to guides, helping you master different styling attachments. For your hair type and style. One of the calling cards of the AirWrap is that is uses a relatively low heat to style your hair, and we definitely noticed the difference between using the styler (which Dyson says won’t go over 150°C / 302°F) and traditional curling tongs that typically reach heats of 200°C / 392°F or more. Wide-tooth comb: Designed specifically for curls and coils, the soft-tipped comb shapes, volumizes and stretches hair as it dries.Heat styling can often leave your hair feeling frizzy and dry, and can even lead to breakage if you use heat regularly, particularly if you have fine hair or tightly coiled Type 4 hair. Speak to a Dyson Expert on 0800 345 7788. Our Dyson for Business UK-based helpline is open 9.00am-5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 9.00am-4.30pm on Friday, closed Saturday and Sunday. At the heart of the Airwrapᵀᴹ story sits a radical idea: to combine a fast, high-pressure motor to power a phenomenon known as the Coanda effect, allowing users to curl, wave, smooth and dry hair without the need for extreme heat.

First generation 1.6 inch Airwrap™ barrels use the Coanda effect to create loose curls or waves in shorter hair. Comes with two barrels to create curls in in both directions. Add body and texture to your bob. Learn how to create soft, loose curls and waves in short to medium-length hair. Our technology is built to last. But if something goes wrong, we'll arrange to collect your machine from you free of charge.

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Dyson machines are engineered for continual high performance in normal domestic settings. If a Dyson machine is used in the way it's intended and it breaks down within the guarantee period, it's our responsibility to repair or replace it. Then there's the Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete Curly/Coily, designed specifically for styling curly or coily hair. (I opted out of this one since, although my hair is curly, I don't heat style it when I let it go natural). That one comes with: As we mentioned earlier, it does take a little practice to get the technique right, and Dyson has some helpful demo videos on its YouTube channel if you need some guidance. Now onto the AirWrap barrels themselves; you get four all together, two 30mm barrels for tight curls, and two 40mm barrels to create loose waves. On each of the barrels you’ll find an arrow that indicates which direction the hair will wrap around it when the styler is on; generally, you’ll want to twist your hair away from your face to create face-framing curls. How it works