11 hair dryers for mastering the perfect blow dry
Powerful, fast and effective
When reading product descriptions for hair dryers, one could easily be tricked into thinking you’re looking at sports car models.
But powerful motors that minimise energy consumption, with smoothing ionic technology, and in-built heat detectors that protect from potential damage, are all commonplace with modern-day heat styling tools. Case in point? Revolutionary wet-to-dry styling now made possible by the ghd Duet Style.
So when we talk about what determines which hair dryer is the best of the best in the category, it’s not just about the fastest-drying model. There’s a lot to consider.
And much like sports cars, these advancements in hair styling have put a steep price tag on the humble hair dryer.
Luckily, we’ve had the opportunity to try the best hair dryers in Australia — these are the ten hair dryers we think are worth the investment.
2024's top 3 best hair dryers in Australia
1. Dyson Supersonic Nural, $749, Dyson
2. Mermade Hair Hair Dryer, $109, Sephora
3. Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System, $399 (usually $499), Shark
What hair dryer is least damaging to hair?
Look for features that prioritise hair health and minimise heat exposure, such as intelligent temperature controls and settings that dry your hair quickly, safely and keep your hair from getting fried. There are a number of hair dryers available in Australia that offer superior styling without sacrificing the health of your hair. Not a fan of frizz? Try a microfibre hair towel.
Is it bad to use a cheap hair dryer?
In short? No, it's not necessarily bad to use a cheap hair dryer. The best hair dryer for you is often dependant on a number of factors, including your individual hair type, your hair styling preferences and yes, your budget. While historically high end hair dryers were considered to be better for your hair, the mass availability of different technology now means that there are a whole host of options on the market that won't break the bank or your strands.
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Briar Clark got her start in the media industry in 2017, as an intern for Marie Claire and InStyle. Since then, her keen interest in fashion and beauty has landed her gigs as a Digital Content Producer and Beauty Editor with titles like Girlfriend, Refinery29, BEAUTYcrew and beautyheaven. She loves the way seemingly innocuous topics like skin care and style have the ability to put a smile on people’s faces or make them think about themselves a little differently. A big believer in self love and experimentation, Briar has made a point of becoming the Australian beauty industry’s unofficial guinea pig for unusual treatments and daring hair trends. When she’s not testing out the latest beauty launches, Briar is big on broadening her horizons, mostly in the form of food but she’s also partial to travelling to new destinations both near and far (and of course, allocating an extra bag to bring their best beauty offerings home with her).
