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Most Popular Hair Dryer
Trezoro Professional Ionic Salon Hair Dryer
Credit: Amazon
Pros
- On sale
- Best-seller
Amazon shoppers are raving about this grippy dryer that features ceramic tourmaline technology to leave your hair dry but not stripped of moisture, as it's designed to remove water only from the surface.
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Speed Settings | 2 |
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Best Ceramic Hair Dryer
BabylissPro Ceramix Xtreme Hair Dryer
Credit: Amazon
Pros
- Lightweight
Over 8,000 Amazon shoppers also swear by this BabylissPro dryer, which uses a powerful motor to provide even heat distribution.
Best Frizz-Fighting Hair Dryer
Panasonic Nanoe Hair Dryer
Credit: Amazon
Pros
- Includes three attachments
You can choose between three different hair attachments with this in-demand dryer from Panasonic. It uses a combination of nanoe and ionic technology to draw moisture from the air which helps minimize the potential for heat damage.
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Speed Settings | 2 |
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Best All-Around Hair Dryer
ghd Helios Professional Hair Dryer
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Pros
- Features a contoured nozzle for concentrated airflow
Cardona swears by this quick-drying hair tool that's whisper-quiet yet extremely powerful. "I also personally love where the buttons are on the Helios, which for me is a big deal," he explains, "There's nothing more frustrating to me than accidentally hitting the power-off switch throughout a blow-dry."
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Speed Settings | 2 |
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Best Ergonomic Hair Dryer
Conair InfinitiPRO Quick Styling Salon Hair Dryer
Credit: Ulta
Pros
- On sale
- Top-rated
Here's another quiet but powerful hair dryer that's also extremely versatile, since it includes a concentrator nozzle, diffuser, and handy blowout brush for straight styles.
"I think the concentrator (or nozzle) is one of the most important things to consider when purchasing a blow dryer," celebrity hairstylist Gabrielle Corney says. "The wider the nozzle the more air that can escape. I think you can achieve a much smoother finish with a narrow concentrator."
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Speed Settings | 2 |
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Best Dryer for Textured Hair
RevAir Reverse-Air Hair Dryer
Now 14% Off
Credit: RevairPros
- Designed to minimize frizz and enhance shine
Cons
- A little bulky in size
Ideal for anyone with tight curls or textured hair, this unique dryer uses a suction method and around half the wattage power of most hair dryers to minimize heat exposure. It also channels its hot air in the direction of the hair cuticle for a smoother appearance.
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Tension Settings | 7 |
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Best Compact Hair Dryer
Conair Compact Hair Dryer with Folding Handle
Now 12% Off
Credit: AmazonPros
- On sale
- Travel-friendly
Cons
- Lower wattage than most full-size hair dryers
With more than 15,000 customer reviews and close to a five-star rating, this handy dryer is a hit among Amazon shoppers. And because it weighs just a single pound and folds in half, it won't take up too much real estate in your suitcase when you're on the go.
Heat Settings | 2 |
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Speed Settings | 2 |
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Best Quick-Drying Hair Dryer
Bio Ionic 10X Pro Ultralight Speed Dryer
Credit: Ulta
Pros
- Lightweight
This slim tool is designed to dry hair in 10 minutes flat, and uses far infrared with adjustable heat and speed settings to cut down your styling time.
Best Professional Hair Dryer
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
Credit: Ulta
Pros
- Includes five styling attachments
Cons
- Pricey
Aloxxi artist Rocco always recommends this beloved dryer from Dyson to his clients with thicker or textured hair types, as it contains up to four heat and three airflow settings, plus a smoothing nozzle for a sleek finish.
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Speed Settings | 4 |
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Best Customizable Hair Dryer
InStyler Turbo Max Ionic Dryer
Pros
- Lightweight
Here's another powerful, best-selling dryer that helps retain hair's moisture. Plus, this one includes a built-in dial that makes it easy to control and customize airflow.
Most Comfortable Hair Dryer
Drybar Buttercup Blow Dryer
Credit: Sephora
Pros
- Top-rated
This popular hair dryer features three temperatures and two speed settings for a quality dry, plus a nine-foot cord for ample mobility.
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Speed Settings | 2 |
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Most Versatile Hair Dryer
Harry Josh Pro Tools Pro Dryer 2000
Credit: Dermstore
Pros
- Ergonomic
You won't have to worry about a frizzy blow-dry with this versatile dryer that contains two nozzle options—either wide or narrow—to seamlessly concentrate its hot air where you need it most.
Heat Settings | 8 |
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Speed Settings | 8 |
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Best Ionic Hair Dryer
T3 Cura Professional Ionic Hair Dryer
Credit: Ulta
This hair tool from T3 uses digitally controlled ionic technology to fight frizz and power its dry, and features a slanted, ergonomic handle that helps prevent any hand cramps for those with thicker or longer hair.
Heat Settings | 5 |
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Speed Settings | 2 |
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Best Travel-Ready Hair Dryer
ghd Flight Travel Dryer
Credit: Revolve
Pros
- Features folding handle
Cons
- Lower wattage than most full-size hair dryers
When it comes to beauty essentials for travel, Cardona reaches for this lightweight and highly portable dryer from ghd that easily packs away with the rest of his luggage. "This hair dryer contains at least 70 percent of the power of any full-size dryer, which is why I never use the ones in my hotel rooms anymore," he says.
Best Hair Dryer for Curly Hair
Revlon Perfect Heat Volumizing Turbo Hair Dryer
Credit: Amazon
Pros
- Features a ceramic coating to avoid damage
This small but mighty ceramic hair dryer features a soft grip handle for comfortable styling, and even includes a handy diffuser attachment that's ideal to dry curly hair without frizz.
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Speed Settings | 2 |
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Best LED Hair Dryer
L'ange Le Styliste
Now 39% Off
Credit: L'angePros
- Ergonomic
- Self-cleaning
Since this ergonomic LED dryer includes built-in protection sensors, you won't have to worry about the tool overheating while you use it. Plus, did we mention it's also self-cleaning?
Heat Settings | 3 |
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Speed Settings | 3 |
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Best Lightweight Hair Dryer
Hot Tools Professional Turbo Ceramic + Ionic Lightweight Dryer
Credit: Ulta
Pros
- Whisper quiet
This ceramic and ionic hair dryer is an Ulta shopper favorite, with one fan writing about how the tool is an "all-around great hair dryer that works extremely fast."
Heat Settings | 6 |
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Speed Settings | 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I look for in the best hair dryers?
Aside from design features like a dryer's nozzle size, number of heat and speed settings, and portability, professionals recommend taking a closer look at customer reviews before purchasing your dryer of choice.
Any pro tips for blow-drying hair at home?
Anna Kimble, director of events and education at Drybar, recommends spending the most time on your roots (as they usually take the longest to dry), less time on the mid-shaft section of the hair, and the least amount of time on your ends to minimize heat damage. We also advise working in four or more sections to maximize the impact of your blow-dry.
Can you explain the difference between ionic, ceramic, and tourmaline hair dryers?
- Ionic: These dryers use negatively charged ions to break down positively charged water molecules in hair to cut down on drying time and minimize frizz.
- Ceramic: Contain a special ceramic coating to help distribute heat more evenly to hair while avoiding damage.
- Tourmaline: Emits a combination of negative ions and far-infrared heat to lock in moisture and boost hair's shine.
Tiffany Dodson is currently the associate beauty commerce editor at Harper’s Bazaar, where she specializes in trend forecasting, building relationships with major and emerging brands, and crafting shopping stories—from holiday gift guides to product road tests. Tiffany's work has previously been featured in outlets like SELF, Bustle, and Teen Vogue, and she's been quoted as a commerce and beauty expert in publications and platforms like The Business of Fashion and NPR’s Life Kit podcast.
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