This cookie, set by YouTube, registers a unique ID to store data on what videos from YouTube the user has seen. The best part about a diffuser, though? The amount of them on the market. Whether you're after a classic reed diffuser, an essential oil diffuser or a nifty electronic diffuser, there are so many options around to suit all budgets and aesthetics. Ideally, our diffusers should be mounted between 6° and 12° - we offer a range of adjustable stainless steel stays to allow mounting the rear of the diffuser and for fine tuning its angle. With the exception of the dryers that have bespoke designs for their attachments. Does not fit the Wahl Style Collection Dryer.

Put individual sections of your hair into the bowl-like part of the diffuser, pushing up from tip to root so that the prongs touch your scalp. From there, massage the diffuser into your hair by moving your dryer upward in a slow circular motion. Set the dryer to low heat and speed settings to prevent your hair from becoming tangled and difficult to handle. It’s best to not fully dry your hair when using a diffuser. Cup diffuser: A classic design, and the one you’ll find is the most common. It’s ideal for those with medium-to-long hair.

What does a hair diffuser do?

Collapsible diffusers: For all your travel needs, these diffusers do the same as your classic cup-type, but can collapse for easy storage. Now that you're convinced that your dryer needs a diffuser to bring out the best in your curl pattern, the next question concerns what you actually need to look for in an attachment to make sure it’s right for both your hair and your dryer.

Then, you can begin to diffuse by directionally blow drying from the root to the tip."The hair dryer should be set to low or medium heat and high airflow when diffusing hair. Tilt your head and cup the hair in the diffuser rather than flipping it and applying heat from below," says Wizemann. "Make gentler movements up and down, directing the spikes towards roots without touching them to lift them and add volume. The tips will also help create a texture, while low heat will define and soften the hair's natural shape." Gently comb through your hair with a brush and dry softly with a towel after showering. Apply your styling products and a heat protectant. Then, divide your hair into sections. Curly haired types are likely well aware of what a typical hair dryer can do to your strands. (We're talking uneven ringlets and frizz, to name a few.) Turns out the nozzle on your hair dryer could be the culprit. Though it works for those with naturally straighter hair, it won't come close to smoothing and shaping natural curls. That's why upgrading the traditional hair dryer nozzle to a quality hair diffuser is the hair helper you've been looking for — diffusing your curls can finally achieve the fullness and curl definition you've been dreaming of. If you can expose your hand to the airstream from the diffuser without much discomfort for the same time you would hover over a section of your hair, then it's fine," notes Ollarvia. Indirect heat use is like walking down the street in central Florida in July. Hot and uncomfortable but not dangerous.”

Universal diffuser elements are 800mm long and available as 127mm, 270mm, 630mm or 790mm wide. We also offer separate diffuser vanes that can be bonded on to increase the number of elements on the diffuser. We produce a Group C style diffuser element that also allows for multiple elements to be bonded together that is 305mm wide and 1470mm long.

We're reluctant to use the phrase "cheap and cheerful", but this attachment from millennial pink Aussie haircare brand Mermade Hair does have the lowest price tag of all of the diffusers in our edit. It’s easy to clip on to the Mermade Dryer –which, it’s important to note, is the only tool that it's compatible with – plus it felt extremely secure once attached and stayed put throughout our blow drying session. Results-wise, it did its job of keeping frizz levels down and retaining curl definition. If you want to dry hair faster, or if your hair has lots of volume, "you will want a cup diffuser with prongs," advises Angela Soto, hair stylist and owner of Baja Studio in New York City. "The airflow is a little stronger than most diffusers." Strong and durable, the heat resistant material ensures consistent and even heat distribution when drying. Hand shaped diffusers: Zendaya seems to swear by this kind of diffuser. Popularised by DevaCurl, the brand says that this funky-looking diffuser gets right to the roots for a speedier drying time. The ergonomic hand shape also allows you to scrunch your curls during the drying process, rather than in-between. If you're looking to fill your home with fragrance then you can't go wrong with a diffuser, be it reed or electric. Think of a diffuser as a more subtle yet pervading take on your favourite scented candle, offering up a beautiful hit of fragrance every time you walk past.

Model Specific Carbon Fibre Rear Diffusers

There’s curly hair, and then there’s curly hair after you diffuse it. The difference? Roughly 10 compliments from co-workers in the span of one afternoon versus...zero. And, thus, me and my lil ego love diffusers for curly hair. Seriously—I've spent a lifetime decoding my own thin curly hair (pls ask me about the best curl products or how frustrating/awesome the Curly Girl Method is), so trust me when I say that the best curly-hair diffuser can leave your curls super voluminous and defined, with less frizz and flyaways (if they're not your thing). First of all, you have to make sure the attachment is compatible with the size of your blow dryer, but you'll also want to pay special attention to the diameter of the bowl: "The size or diameter of the diffuser determines how much surface area of the head will be covered," Hardges says. "The cup size of the diffuser is an indicator of how much hair it can hold while drying." In other words, the longer your hair, the bigger, wider, or deeper the bowl you'll need. Determine how much airflow you need The prongs are also a generous length and can reach the scalp, while the surface of the diffuser is covered with a good amount of holes. It also features adjustable airflow, meaning you can adapt the amount of air that comes through the dryer to suit your styling needs and preference. Hotjar sets this cookie to identify a new user’s first session. It stores a true/false value, indicating whether it was the first time Hotjar saw this user. By and large, many of the best hair dryers for curly hair include diffusers, or at least the option to buy an attachment. “A diffuser is a brilliant tool to use for those looking to add definition to their curls, even out their curl pattern, and add volume," says top hairstylist and salon owner Charlotte Mensah. "Using one ensures that the air doesn't disrupt your curl pattern or cause breakage. Diffusers can be used on a variety of different hair textures and patterns. It’s just about finding the right accessory attachment and technique for you.”