Could you take it in hand?
Even if, a priori, they all look alike, hair dryers do not have the same maneuverability and, therefore, the same ease of use. Indeed, their weight can sometimes vary from simple to double, and carrying it at arm’s length to
blow-dry can quickly become a real ordeal… Some details are also important, such as a non-slip handle for better grip, a cable long enough to plug it into an outlet, and looking at yourself in a mirror simultaneously. Also, check the location of the adjustment buttons, which must be easily accessible with the fingers when using the device, as well as the presence of a removable rear filter to eliminate the dust that inevitably accumulates as and when used. Finally, a suspension ring can be a plus if you want to hang your hairdryer. Always have it at hand.
Choose the right engine.
The drying speed of a hairdryer directly depends on the power of its motor. However, it would help if you did not necessarily turn to an ultra-powerful device because you must also take into account the nature of your hair and the use you want to make of it. Thus, hair dryers that display the power of 1,000 to 1,500 watts are more than enough for those with short hair or occasional use. But for those who regularly blow-dry or have medium-long or long hair, it is better to opt for a more powerful motor, around 2,000 watts, and of the professional type.
Find the tip that suits your needs.
All hair dryers offer at least one nozzle or concentrator that directs airflow to the strands. And the thinner this tip, the more precisely this flow will be concentrated on an area (the fringe or the ends, for example). Some bonuses also come in the form of a large disc with spikes. They are exciting for those looking for volume because they allow to take off the roots of the skull, or those who have curly hair because they allow redrawing with precision the movement of the curls.
Decode new technologies
Ionic or ceramic: more and more hair dryers are now equipped with new functions. Thus, an anionic hairdryer makes it possible to fight against static electricity by diffusing, during its use, negative ions in the form of tiny water droplets to fight against the phenomena of static electricity. As for the ceramic function allows a better distribution of the heat at the level of the hair fiber, avoiding the sensations of overheating, which damage the hair.
