Revlon RVDR5212 Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler, Lightweight, Ionic Technology, Ergonomic Handle, Black

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Initially, I was a little thrown by the design of the Airflow curler. Rather than using auto-wrap technology – which curls your hair around the tong like a mini vacuum – in this case, you have to manually wind your hair around the barrel and hold it in place. To be fair though, this does mean you can keep a strong retention so that heat is evenly distributed. Any hair care appliance that uses heat to style will damage the outer protective coating of hair, known as a cuticle. The cuticle is formed of layers of overlapping cells known as scales. There’s no doubt that the Dyson Airwrap Complete is expensive; but ease of use, the variety of styles you can create, and the benefits to hair health make it a worthwhile investment for those who heat-style hair regularly.

The AireBrush can be used on damp hair, saving you time since you can dry as you style; and the tool uses ionic technology to reduce drying time and to hydrate, giving hair a soft, frizz-free and glossy finish. Perfect for styling more delicate hair – or for anyone who prefers to style hair from damp.

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Key specs – Material: Tourmaline-ceramic barrel; Barrel sizes: 30mm and 40mm; Bristle material: Nylon mix; Heat settings: 3; Cool blast: Yes; Cord length: 2.6m; Auto switch-off: No

Whether you’re looking to create a straight, sleek finish, or a bouncier finish with more volume at the roots, the barrel-shaped GHD Rise has you covered. Like the Glide, the heated ceramic barrel of the Rise banishes frizz and straightens hair, but with a softer and more lifted finish with movement at the ends.Straightening brushes work best on dry hair. As you would when using a straightener, start at the top of the hair and glide the brush slowly down, pulling the hair taut as you go. No matter the style of brush you’re using, begin by spritzing the hair with heat protector spray to prevent damage, stopping your hair from snapping or splitting. Our favourite is GHD Heat Protect Spray, because the lightweight mist gives a no-product feel that doesn’t weigh down the hair. What features should I look out for? There are four heat settings to choose from – including a ‘cool shot’ to secure a curl in place – which are accessible on the bottom of the styler. Unlike traditional tools, where your hair is placed onto a heated plate, the One-Step Multi-Styler uses hot air instead. Key specs – Material: Ceramic barrel; Barrel size: N/A; Bristle material: Mixed, nylon and natural boar; Heat settings: 2; Cool blast: Yes; Cord length: 2m; Auto switch-off: No Best hot brushes and hot air stylers to buy in 2023 1. Revlon Pro Collection One Step Dryer & Volumiser: Best hot brush for an at-home blow dry

You’d think as a beauty writer I would have mastered the art of a bouncy blow-dry. Well, sorry to disappoint, but it’s a skill I am yet to get the hang of. I still walk out of salons and internally cry, knowing that I’ll never be able to remake the work of a professional at home. Also, consider whether you want a hot air styler with ‘ionic technology’. These airwrap alternatives release negative ions to speed up evaporation and reduce flyaway strands. In the box you’ll find a gentle drying attachment to rough-dry wet hair, two different barrel sizes to create looser or tighter curls, two paddle brushes for smoothing, and one round brush for salon-style volume. There are three heat and three speed settings that can be independently selected for maximum control over styling, and buttons for both are built neatly into the handle and intuitive to find and use while styling the hair. I have naturally curly hair, and it's one of the few products that smooths and shapes my hair without fuss. I only use it on low or cool settings because it's hotter than the surface of the sun." Cat Bowen Step 1 - Getting started with Roots Drying Concentrator Using the Root Drying Concentrator attachment, begin blow-drying and combing your fingers through your hair, lifting sections and aiming the concentrator at the roots.Key specs – Material: Ceramic barrel; Heat settings: 2; Cool blast: Yes; Cord length: 2.5m; Auto switch-off: No