I know it can be hard to find the best hair dryer for damaged hair and that’s why I’ve written this guide. I know the right hair dryer will make all the difference to your hair. The one with broken ends and split ends will be transformed into beautiful locks in minutes.
You know what you want from a hairdryer.
You probably know you want to avoid using a hair dryer if your hair is already damaged. But if you need to use one, look for the right features. For example, if you have frizzy hair and you want to straighten it without the damaging heat of a flat iron, consider getting tourmaline-infused ceramic plates in your hair dryer. These emit far-infrared heat that penetrates the hair shaft while still drying gently from the outside in. This type of coating will reduce damage and also add shine and volume to your locks.
Also consider getting an ionic or nano-ionic blow dryer, or even one that has both technologies combined. Ionic technology uses negatively charged particles in the air stream which break down water molecules so they can evaporate faster; this means less time under hot air for your delicate follicles.
Look for stylers with lightweight bodies.
If you’ve decided to invest in a hair dryer, your goal should be to get one that protects your hair as much as possible. So when shopping for a hair dryer, look for the word “lightweight” in the description. And if you can find one with an ergonomic design (read: curved body), that’s even better. This combination of lightweight and ergonomics makes it easy to use without having to put a lot of pressure on your head or arm. The right balance is key to using any hand-held device safely and comfortably, especially if you’re using it every day.
When looking at reviews online, check out what other users are saying about how long their hair dryer lasted before they had to replace it and whether it broke easily or not. You’ll also want your blow dryer’s cord to be long enough so that you can maneuver it easily while drying your hair. A ten-foot cord is ideal so that you won’t have to worry about knocking over the lamp by accident or pulling out the plug at an awkward time.
Choose a dryer that comes with several airspeeds and heat settings.
Dryers come with many different heat and speed setting combinations, so you’ll need to choose the right one for your hair type. High levels of heat can damage hair, but it’s also important to have enough heat output to dry thick hair quickly. Similarly, higher airspeeds can help you dry your hair faster and add volume. You may want a dryer that has several heat settings as well so that you can set the level at which you feel most comfortable drying your hair.
Select a model with an attractive finishing nozzle.
You also need to consider the finishing nozzle that comes with a dryer.
The nozzle of a dryer is usually narrow in width, which makes it easy to attach to the appliance. The nozzle will enable you to style your hair and make it easy for you to concentrate on drying specific areas at a time. In most cases, the concentrator or the finishing nozzle is equally important as the blow-dryer itself. If you need to style your hair using a curling iron or flat iron, this piece of equipment can be used with ease too.
Avoid damaging your hair by choosing the right dryer and using the right brush.
- Choose the right brush:
Avoid using plastic bristles, which can scrape and damage wet strands. Instead, opt for a natural boar bristle or nylon brush with widely spaced teeth to effectively detangle your hair without causing major breakage. Many brushes also come with a built-in ionic generator or ceramic coating to help decrease drying time and protect against heat damage.
- Choose the right dryer:
Drying your hair is a process of exchanging moisture from the inside of your hair shaft to the outside air and it’s damaging if you do it too quickly. The best dryers have three heat settings: low, medium, and high, plus two airflow settings: cool and hot.
