Thursday, 30 June 2016

Dyson Just Debuted a Quiet Hair Dryer and We’re Freaking Out

Relentless household-gadget-disrupters Dyson have moved on from creating kooky-looking vacuums and fans to focus on a new landscape: your morning bedhead.

The British tech company just unveiled the Dyson Supersonic, a smaller-than-your-usual hair dryer that has the engine in the handle and acoustic silencers, which helps muffle its noise. (File under: Why hasn’t anyone else thought of this?) Plus, there are four heat settings, three speed settings and even a sensor that makes sure your hair never overheats.

But of course, you’re here for that open-circle Dyson trademark design. And of course, you’re gonna pay for it–$400 when it’s introduced to the U.S. market in September. Is it too early to start making Christmas lists?

Originally Posted On Purewow.com.

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Saturday, 25 June 2016

Andrew Barton Salon AC Hair Dryer Review 2015 – 2016

Andrew Barton 2100W Salon AC Dryer

Andrew Barton 2100W Salon AC DryerThe Andrew Barton 2100W is a great choice if you want a salon approved dryer at a high street price. It’s extremely lightweight, 15% lighter than most other dryers. It’s really sleekly designed, and comes with a slim concentrator nozzle for additional styling.

It has a 3m cord, which allows for maximum convenience and easy movement. The dryer is fitted with 3 temperature settings and  comes with 2 speed settings to help style and drying. Its advised that for best results, dry the hair using the higher temperatures and style using the lower temperatures. There is a cool shot button fitted so once you have finished styling blast your hair using the cool shot button and it can help in setting the style.

Andrew Barton is an award-winning hairdresser who won the British Hairdresser of the Year and is now the Creative Director of Urban Retreat at Harrods. Andrew created a hair dryer, which combined the advanced technology currently on the market with the skills Andrew has nurtured over the years.

Ionic Technology is a big feature of this product, creating millions of negative ions, which in turn break down the water molecules present in the hair. This is how the hair dryer dries the hair faster using not only the heat of the dryer but the ion technology too.

The slim concentrator nozzle directs the air towards the area that you are trying to style and it helps control the frizz that naturally occurs. Concentrators are great for creating soft or wavy curls. The best way to do this is to hold the concentrator close to the hair, maybe a few inches away. Then use a rounded brush and pull the hair as tightly as possible to get the most out of the concentrator.

  • IONIC Technology
  • 2100w motor for strong power
  • 3m cord for maximum styling
  • 15% lighter than other AC dryers so comfortable to use
  • Stylishly designed by top hairdresser Andrew Barton
  • Concentrator attachment
  • 3 temperature and 2 speed settings

Andrew Barton is a fantastic hair dresser and felt the need to create a hair dryer that was as good as salon dryers but at an affordable price and available to use at home. He has definitely created such a product.

Summary

Feature: IONIC technology – cool shot button – 3 temperature & 2-speed settings

Price: Mid range

Andrew Barton 2100W Salon AC Dryer (223716655)

Price: £32.94

4.5 out of 5 stars (4 customer reviews)

6 used & new available from £32.94

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Bosch Hair Dryer Reviews – Best Of 2015 – 2016

Bosch Hair Dryers – Top 3 In 2016 UK

Product Name Features Price Point Rating Visit


Bosch PHD5987GB Turbo button – IONIC technology – Kerativ advanced technology – Cool shot button Mid range Learn More


Bosch PHD7962GB Cool shot button – diffuser and nozzle attachments – power motor Mid range Learn More


Bosch PHD1151GB Interchangeable voltage settings – foldable – unisex colouring – lightweight Affordable Learn More

Bosch is an iconic brand in the market of electronic products. It’s a well-known and trusted brand and their vast selection of hair dryers is no different.

Below are three of their most trusted dryers;

 

Bosch PHD5987GB Review – Our Number 1

Bosch PHD5987GB Brilliant Care Keratin Advance Hair DryerThis is an extra special hair dryer as it protects the keratin found naturally in your hair by using IONIC technology to lock in moisture and prevent damage to the hair from excess heat.

Anyone with coloured hair will know that after time, colour can fade and hair can become brittle. Bosch have designed this hair dryer to rejuvenate the keratin in your hair and leave you with a softer, more conditioned more vibrant looking hair colour.

The Bosch Keratin Advanced comes with a cool shot, which is used to ensure your newly styled hair stays in position. Once you have finished styling, simply give your hair a burst of cold air and the style remains for longer. The Bosch Keratin Advance comes with Keratin Advance Technology, which restores the hair colour and ensures your colour remains vivacious and long lasting. It essentially adjusts the temperature and speed so that your hair is not burnt in the drying process.

The dryer comes with three temperature settings and two speed settings, which gives you a number of options for how you dry your hair. This is perfect for all hair types thanks to its interchangeable speed and heat settings.

The Bosch Keratin Advanced comes with a diffuser, which is perfect for those of us who wish to create a wavy/curly look. The diffuser is also great if you already have curly hair as it helps spread out the airflow so that all your curls receive hot air.

  • Turbo button, this is fitted to give your hair an intense blast of hair should you wish to speed up the drying time
  • Keratin Advanced technology is a gentle setting which controls the heat and speed ensuring your hair is not damaged and your hair colour remains vibrant.
  • IONIC technology prevents the build of static, which can lead to frizzy hair and prevent the dread of “fly away” hair
  • Cool shot button to set your hair style

The Bosche Keratin Advanced dryer is the perfect hair dryer for anyone with coloured hair. It not only protects the hair from excessive hat damage but can also help enhance colour and prevent it from looking dull.

Summary

Features: Turbo button – IONIC technology – Kerativ advanced technology – Cool shot button

Price: Mid range

Bosch PHD5987GB Brilliant Care Keratin Advance Hair Dryer – White

Price: £39.99

4.4 out of 5 stars (120 customer reviews)

9 used & new available from £36.14

 

Bosch PHD7962GB Review – Number 2

Bosch PHD7962GB Professional Hair DryerThe Bosch Professional Classic Coiffeur is the one Bosch dryer to create a salon level blow dry with a high street price. It is fitted with an AC motor, 2500w, which is perfect for ultra thick or curly hair as it speeds up the drying process, which prevents excessive heat damage. The motor itself has a low operating noise and is long lasting.

It is natural and very common when using an ordinary hair dryer, for static to build up causing you to have flyaway hair. Ionic technology can help reduce this static by firing thousands of negative ions into the air.

The dryer comes with a very slim styling nozzle which is perfect for targeting air flow directly onto the area you are trying to style. This is particularly useful when finishing up and perfecting your style. The dryer comes with a removable, easy clean vent, which prevents hair getting caught in the blades.  It also has a diffuser, which is ideal for anyone with straight hair wishing to create a wavy look but also to anyone with curly hair who wants an evenly dried mane.

Every hair dryer should come fitted with a cool shot button, which is used to set the hairstyle once it is completed. The cold air can help fix the style you have just finished creating with your ultra slim nozzle.

Three heat settings and two speed settings are available, which helps you to control how you wish to style the hair. But it is always best to use the hotter settings to dry the hair and the lower heat settings to style the hair and then use the cool shot button to fix the style

  • Cool shot button to set the style once you have finished
  • Powerful 2500w motor for fast drying time

Diffuser and nozzle attachments included to help style the hair

  • Low operating noise
  • Ionic technology to avoid the build up of static

The Bosch Professional Classic Coiffeur is a classic hair dryer with all the modern features of a salon dryer. The diffuser and nozzle are particularly useful combined with the cool shot button resulting in a perfectly styled coiffure.

Summary

Features: Cool shot button – diffuser and nozzle attachments – power motor

Price: Mid range

Bosch PHD7962GB Professional Hair Dryer Classic Coiffeur – Black

Price: £34.99

4.1 out of 5 stars (59 customer reviews)

6 used & new available from £34.99

 

Bosch PHD1151GB Review – Number 3

Bosch PHD1151GB Style to Go Hair DryerThe Bosch Style to go is the perfect hair dryer for those who are on the go and likely to travel often. It is lightweight and ideal as a travel hairdryer with a light motor of only 1200w. It doesn’t have the same qualities as the more heavy-duty dryers with larger motors but it certainly gets the job done. It also comes with a foldable handle for easy storage.

The Bosche Style To Go comes with a connector, a highly useful attachment if you are looking to style your locks whilst away.  Whilst it might be small it still comes with three temperature settings and two speed settings so you do not compromise on style wherever you are.

This dryer is perfect for both male and females, great if you have limited packing space but both require a little hair TLC whilst away. It comes with switchable voltage, which really makes this a fantastic option for using abroad.

This hair dryer is basic compared to the other Bosch hair dryers but it definitely gets the job done and whilst its light it is incredible resilient.

  • Interchangeable voltage settings making it a great choice to take on holiday
  • Lightweight so great if you have limited space but also still powerful
  • Foldable so great for storing away whilst on holiday
  • Unisex colouring and stylish design

This is a great option for a travel hair dryer and with the Bosch brand you know it will last long and work well. It hs a foldable handle, interchangeable voltage and still has the power to dry thick, curly hair.

Summary

Features: Interchangeable voltage settings – foldable – unisex colouring – lightweight

Price: Affordable

Bosch PHD1151GB Style to Go Hair Dryer – Black

Price: £14.99

4.4 out of 5 stars (44 customer reviews)

2 used & new available from £14.99

 

Verdict

The Bosch Keratin Advance is the shining winner of the three thanks to the Keratin Advance Technology as well as utilizing IONIC technology. The price is extremely reasonable considering the features and it comes with a turbo button to boost your drying capabilities. Easy and comfortable to use, the Keratin Advance is an excellent choice for those looking to control a frizzy mane.

Bosch PHD5987GB Brilliant Care Keratin Advance Hair Dryer – White

Price: £39.99

4.4 out of 5 stars (120 customer reviews)

9 used & new available from £36.14

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Babyliss Hair Dryer Review 2015 – 2016

Babyliss Ombre Hair Dryers – Top 3 In 2016

Product Name Features Price Point Rating Visit


Babyliss 5541CU 3 heat settings and 2 speed settings – cool shot button – 5 year guarantee – IONIC technology Mid range Learn More


Babyliss Diamond 2.7 m cable – IONIC technology – cold shot button – 3 heat settings & 2 speed settings Mid range Learn More


Babyliss 5737BU Cool shot button – concentrator attachment – 3 heat settings & 2 speeds settings – beautiful eye catching design & colour Affordable Learn More

Babyliss is a well known brand in the hair dryer market, consistently making good quality and excellent value hair dryers. They do the job well and are well within the average joe’s price bracket. Many having the qualities that the higher end dryers promise, without the heavy price tag. Below are three of Babyliss best selling dryers.

 

Babyliss 5541CU Pro Speed Review – Our Number 1

BaByliss 5541CU Pro Speed 2200 W Hair DryerThis is one of Babyliss’s most powerful hair dryers with a 2200 W motor. The stronger the motor the better the blow-dry. A strong motor does wonders for thick and curly hair and dries quickly to avoid causing excess damage to the hair.

It comes with three heat settings and two speed settings to allow you to create a number of different styles, and not just a blow dry. Use the higher settings to dry and remove the moisture from the hair and jump down to a lower setting to work on styling the hair. The dryer also comes with a cool shot, which is used to set the style once you have finished. If you are looking to create a bouncy curled style with a round brush, as soon as you have finished blast the hair with the cool shot and it will help stay in place.

As with many of the Babyliss hair dryers, the Pro Speed 2200 comes with IONIC conditioning which helps reduce the amount of frizz that is created when blow drying hair. It also helps condition and gives a little extra shine to the hair.

A helpful attachment with the Pro Speed is an ultra concentrator, which concentrates the airflow and gives you more control over the area you are looking to smooth. To straighten the hair using the dryer and not a pair of straighteners, try using a brush and roll the ends of the hair slightly as you dry and style using the concentrator.

  • 2200W motor for powerful airflow
  • IONIC technology for an even distribution of heat and therefore less static and frizz build up
  • 5 year guarantee
  • Slim concentrator attachment ideal for styling and drying the hair
  • Three heat settings and two speed settings to first dry and then style the hair with ease.

The Babyliss Pro Speed is a fantastic salon style hairdryer without the exceptional price tag that comes with it. It comes with the same features such as IONIC technology, cool shot and a variety of heat settings to create a sleek salon look every day.

Summary

Features: 3 heat settings and 2 speed settings – cool shot button – 5 year guarantee – IONIC technology

Price: Mid range

BaByliss 5541CU Pro Speed 2200 W Hair Dryer

Price: £23.41

4.4 out of 5 stars (680 customer reviews)

49 used & new available from £19.00

 

Babyliss Diamond Dryer Review – Number 2

BaByliss Diamond DryerYou will feel like a million diamonds if you have the pleasure of using the Babyliss Diamond Dryer. It has been specially fitted with a Diamond Radiance Shine system that combines Ionic particles with infused ceramic to control frizz, add moisture and prevent hair damage from excessive heat.

The Babyliss Diamond is fitted with a powerful 2100w motor, which is essential for anyone with thick or curly hair as the more powerful the motor the faster the hair will dry. Combine this motor with Ionic technology and the hair is not only protected thanks to negative ions being released but it also dries fast making it perfect if you are on the go.

The Diamond dryer comes with a slim concentrator, which makes styling a lot easier and concentrates the airflow so you can get your hair to do what you want it to. It also comes fitted with a cold shot button, which is to be used once you have finished styling and wish to set the style. The dryer is fitted with 3 heat settings and 2 speed settings giving you styling control. Its best to dry the hair at the higher end of the temperature scale and then style the hair with cooler temperatures.

The Diamond dryer comes with a 2.7m cord to give you enough cable to easily dry and manage your hair and a filter for easy cleaning.

  • 2200w motor for maximum power for even the thickest of hair
  • Three heat and Two speed settings for total styling control
  • 7m cable to give you plenty of cord to style and dry as you need to
  • IONIC technology and ceramic grille to protect, moisturize and create shine for your hair
  • Cold shot button essential for setting the hair after styling

The Diamond Dryer is a fantastic option if you are after a really special dryer. Fitted with a ceramic grille and IONIC technology, it is perfect for anyone who is looking to really update their look and create a salon blow dry every day of the week.

Summary

Features: 2.7 m cable – IONIC technology – cold shot button – 3 heat settings & 2 speed settings 

Price: Mid range

BaByliss Diamond Dryer

Price: £39.99

4.5 out of 5 stars (29 customer reviews)

6 used & new available from £35.50

 

Babyliss 5737BU Ombre Review – Number 3

Babyliss 5737BU Ombre Hair DryerThe Babyliss 5737 Ombre first up looks amazing. Who wouldn’t want to use this fantastic Ombre dryer and be the talk of the gym. The dryer is fitted with a 2000w motor giving it a lot of power for such a lightweight hair dryer.

It comes with IONIC conditioning, which helps to prevent the build up of static, which leads to frizzy hair. It comes with 3 heat settings and 2 speed settings giving you all the control when styling or just drying. The Babyliss 5737 despite being small and lightweight dries even the thickest hair faster than most high street branded dryers thanks to its powerful air stream, and IONIC conditioning.

The controls are located on the front handle of the dryer, which means they are easily accessible when the dryer is in use. The dryer comes with a precision nozzle and its perfect for trying to create a sleek salon blow dry look.

For value for money this dryer is fantastic, it comes with the same technology used in salon hair dryers but at a fraction of the cost. It also comes with heat balancing ceramic technology, which helps to control the heat of the air that is being blasted onto your hair and it does this by distributing the heat and therefore dries faster and more evenly so there is less damage to the hair long term.

The cool shot button located on the handle is your new best friend. The existence of the cool shot button helps to set your hairstyle once you have finished drying.

  • Cool shot button for setting the style
  • IONIC conditioning to protect and condition the hair
  • Concentrator attachment to assist in the styling process
  • Value for money, this dryer has many of the same specifications as a higher end dryer but at half the price
  • 2000W motor perfect for those with thinner hair. The higher the wattage the quicker your hair dries
  • 3 heat settings and 2 speed settings

The Babyliss Ombre 5737NU Ombre really is a fantastic option from Babyliss. It not only looks great but it works fantastically. It comes with IONIC conditioning, 3 heat settings, a cool shot button and a powerful motor to dry thick and thin hair quickly and effectively.

Summary

Features: Cool shot button – concentrator attachment – 3 heat settings & 2 speeds settings – beautiful eye catching design & colour

Price: Affordable

Babyliss 5737BU Ombre Hair Dryer

Price: £22.49

4.4 out of 5 stars (130 customer reviews)

6 used & new available from £22.49

 

Verdict

The Babyliss winner here is the 5541 Pro Speed. It comes with an incredibly powerful motor and has 3 heat settings and 2 speed settings as well as having a cold shot button to help you set your style. It has a five-year guarantee, which gives you ultimate confidence in the product you are buying. It utilises IONIC technology to give your hair the best chance of remaining healthy and strong as well as preventing static and frizz.

BaByliss 5541CU Pro Speed 2200 W Hair Dryer

Price: £23.41

4.4 out of 5 stars (680 customer reviews)

49 used & new available from £19.00

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Friday, 24 June 2016

Best Hair Dryer For Afro Hair UK 2015 – 2016

Hair Dryers For Afro Hair – Top 3 In 2016 UK

Product Name Features Price Point Rating Visit


Wahl Afro 5000 Pik attachment – IONIC technology – 3 heat settings-2000w motor – cool shot button Affordable Learn More


Aphrodite 3000 Cool shot button – 2100w motor – 3 metre cord – IONIC technology Affordable Learn More


Babyliss 5344U Concentrator nozzle – lightweight – 2 heat settings & 2 speed settings – 3 year guarantee Affordable Learn More

Thankfully there has been a been splurge in the last few years in the products available now for different hair types, as well as a huge increase in skin care and make up for different skin types. Below are a few of the best hair dryers around for Afro hair.

 

Wahl Afro 5000 Power Pik Pro Dryer Review – Our Number 1

Wahl Afro 5000 Power Pik Pro DryerThe Wahl Afro 5000 Power Pik, sounds as amazing as it is. It is fitted with an incredibly powerful 2000 W motor designed especially for Afro and frizzy/thick hair. This hairdryer has been endorsed by 5ive, an award wining Afro Stylist so you can be rest assured this guarantees to do what it says it will. The dryer utilises ionic technology as well as a tourmaline grille to ensure that your hair is dried as fast and safely as possible. Tourmaline grilles have been on the market for a number of years, primarily in use in hair salons. But now this technology has filtered down to the high street level, it gives you salon soft hair in your own home. The ionic technology locks in moisture protecting your hair from damage from excessive hot air.

The Wahl Afro comes with 2 attachments, including a pik allowing for better heat distribution and therefore a shorter drying time. It comes with an adjustable heat setting so you have total control over the temperature, preventing long term hair damage.

The lead has been made at a perfect length to allow you to dry and style your hair without hassle.

  • 3 heat settings giving the user total control
  • 2000W motor for strong finish
  • Pik attachment to distribute heat safely and quickly
  • Tourmaline grille to ensure hair is protected during the drying process
  • Ionic technology for accurate drying and moisture lock in
  • Cool shot button to set your hair once styled

The Wahl Afro 5000 is sleekly designed whilst being sturdy to tame the thickest of manes. Having been endorsed by a top Afro hair stylist, it instils a lot of confidence in the product for new customers or those on the hunt for a specialised hair dryer.

Summary

Features: Pik attachment – IONIC technology – 3 heat settings-2000w motor – cool shot button

Price: Affordable

Wahl Afro 5000 Power Pik Pro Dryer

Price: £25.00

3.8 out of 5 stars (70 customer reviews)

3 used & new available from £23.99

 

Aphrodite 3000 Ionic Hair Dryer Review – Number 2

APHRODITE 3000 IONIC HAIR DRYERAphrodite, the Greek Goddess of beauty, what a perfectly apt name for this god-send of a hair dryer. Designed to make you look like an absolute goddess by drying and styling your hair to perfection. Using Ionic technology to protect and condition your hair whilst drying it quickly it comes with a 2100-watt motor to cope with the most disobedient of hair.

The Aphrodite comes with three heat settings and two speed settings to give you total control of your hair. The dryer is fitted with a 3 meter cord which is great if trying to style or dry towards the back of your head or if you have particularly long hair.

Using IONIC technology, negative ions are created and blown onto the hair as it’s drying, which reduces static, fly away hair and creates soft, silky instead. This technology originally used only on salon hair dryers is now available to the masses, to enable you to create salon soft and stylish hair, at home, everyday with an affordable dryer.

  • 3 meter cord for easy application
  • 3 heat settings and 2 speed settings to give you ultimate control over your styling
  • 2100W motor for maximum power
  • IONIC technology providing you with soft, silky non static hair
  • Cool shot button for use to set hair once styled

The Greek goddess Aphrodite would whole-heatedly approve of this Ionic hair dryer. It comes with multiple settings to give you the utmost control over your styling and drying experience. The IONIC technology is the future when it comes to styling as we are learning more and more about keeping our hair healthy whilst still looking stylish.

Summary

Features: Cool shot button – 2100w motor – 3 metre cord – IONIC technology

Price: Affordable

APHRODITE 3000 IONIC HAIR DRYER, 2100W

Price: £24.95

4.5 out of 5 stars (15 customer reviews)

4 used & new available from £24.95

 

Babyliss 5344U Travel 2000 W Hair Dryer Review – Number 3

BaByliss 5344U Travel 2000 W Hair DryerThis little beauty is perfect for home or travel as its lightweight yet powerful with a 2000W motor. This has been designed to specifically cater for people with thicker hair, and it can also be folded up and packed away for holidays. The Babyliss 5344U comes with 2 heat settings and 2 speed settings giving you control over styling. Additionally it comes with a 3year guarantee giving you absolute confidence in the product you are buying.

This dryer comes with a concentrator nozzle, which is really effective if you want to create style and volume to your hair. Perfect for creating the beach wave look or for a sleek straight style.

  • 2000W motor for powerful and speedy drying
  • 2 heat settings and 2 speed settings to help you control style
  • Folding handle for travel
  • 3 year guarantee
  • Concentrator nozzle to style hair with ease
  • Lightweight so perfect for anyone with weak wrists

The Babyliss brand is extremely well known and for good reason. It has years of positive customer experiences as well as up to date technology and this includes the Babyliss 5344U. It might be small but it lacks in weight it makes up for in power and durability.

Summary

Features: Concentrator nozzle – lightweight – 2 heat settings & 2 speed settings – 3 year guarantee

Price: Affordable

BaByliss 5344U Travel 2000 W Hair Dryer

Price: £14.97

4.6 out of 5 stars (971 customer reviews)

42 used & new available from £13.05

 

Verdict

The Wahl Afro 5000 Power Pik Pro Dryer is the clear winner amongst the 3. It firstly is endorsed by an afro hair stylist and comes with a pik attachment to help dry and style hair. It comes with a powerful motor which dries hair quickly so preventing hair damage. It also utilises IONIC energy to prevent frizz and fly away hair.

Wahl Afro 5000 Power Pik Pro Dryer

Price: £25.00

3.8 out of 5 stars (70 customer reviews)

3 used & new available from £23.99

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