How to pick the right hair dryer
Selecting the best blow dryer for your hair can
be confusing. As there are plenty of hair dryers on the market, but which
one is good for you? Read our guide for some great tips on and make sure you
will purchase the right air blower for your needs.
Ionic Dryers
What is a ionic dryer ? Ionic dryers create negative ions, that help your hair retain moisture while drying, leading to smoother,
frizz-free strands and a shorter drying time. They are great for frizzy hair coarse hair.
Ceramic Dryers
Ceramic heat generates
far infrared heat, gently drying the hair from the inside out, protecting
against heat damage. infrared heat is a laser-like technology can heats up the hair from the inside out.
Tourmaline dryer
Tourmaline is a stone
often used to boost the production of negative ions, and emit infrared heat
making a dryer much gentler on hair. Most stylists prefer to use tourmaline dryers because they cut styling
time in half and leave hair sleek, shiny, and frizz-free. Although it maybe a
little expensive but worth it. They are great for Keratin-treated hair, Naturally
curly hair.
Adjustable Temperature Controls
As you see, many hair dryers adjust the temperature, you can
select the desired temperature according to your hair type.
Wattage Is Important
High wattage hair dryers can pump out more heat and drying hair
quicker because of greater amount of power. Keep in mind that you need to choose the right power for your hair.
A high wattage dryer 1600to 2000 wattage is only for coarse or thick
hair. For fine hair or damaged hair, you should consider choosing a blow dryer
with 1200 to 1500 wattage.
Benefit of travel hair dryer
If you’re someone who travels quite a few, you might consider to
buy a dual voltage of new hair dryer that support 110V-220V. Take your dryer with you overseas
without worrying about converters. Another benefit of travel hair dryer is compact with a fold down
handle which is more convenient to take in your suitcase.
AC Motor VS DC motor
An AC motor is used in most
professional hair dryers and ideal for professional hairstylists. Because of less noisy, last longer, quieter, lasts longer which make them worth
the cost. While DC Motor is lighter
and smaller, less powerful and less expensive than AC motor, great for daily
use. It used in travel dryer or compact dryer.
If you are still hesitant or need more suggestion, come in and see your stylist. They can give you more professional advice on styling tools such as flat irons and blow dyrers and as well as tips on using them properly to get best results.
