Hair Dryer or Hot Air Styler, which is better for you?
Ding, Ding! Time to start the bout between two heavyweight hair stylers
In the red corner is the trusted, time-proven, ever-evolving champion – the hair dryer. And in the blue corner, we welcome the newest contender, rising to challenge the status quo – the hot air styler.
But which one is the winner for your hair needs?
Hairdryer
There's a reason the hair dryer is the defending champion:
Firstly - it works exactly as its name suggests- They're oh-so versatile for different styles & needs
- Users generally know how to use one
- There's plenty of choice & innovation in hair dryer types.
So, hair dryers have been in our corner, helping us get ready to tackle our days since the 1920s.
What can a hair dryer do?
- Umm, dry hair. Too obvious 😊? It basically quickens the evaporation of water in wet hair.
- Maintain your hair's natural movement & style
- Change your style by mixing up the direction & form of your natural hair pattern.
Benefits of a hair dryer:
- Saves time over waiting for hair to dry naturally
- Gives you control of your style
- Variety & options for appearance
- Manages different hair type needs - volume, straightening, texture
- Specialised features are available, including cold shot & frizz-controlling ionic
- Accessories increase versatility, like concentrators & diffusers.
Want more hair dryer know how?
Hot air styler
So why are hot air stylers worthy opponents?
- A combination between a hair dryer AND a brush, PLUS a straightener
- Oh, but they can add bounce, wave, or swing as well
- Salon results with at-home ease
- So smooth & versatile.
Many of your TikTok faves are definitely in the hot air styler camp.
What can a hot air styler do?
- Dry & style at the same time
- Create volume & movement
- Straighten & smooth
- Add shine
- Control frizz.
Benefits of a hot air styler?
- Saves time
- More manoeuvrable due to cylindrical shape
- Less weight - you don't need to be a weightlifter for a powerful style
- Assists people with arm or shoulder problems. Some models feature auto-rotation of the barrel for ease of styling.
- Specific models have attachments that increase your styling options
Want more hot air styler know how?
Read on to find your perfect power punch hair styler for your hair type.
Curly hair
Go with the flow for curly goodness & don't forget to use a heat protector spray.
Don't fight your curls. Use the correct attachments for a winning team.
A hair dryer diffuser is a curly girl's best friend. Spread the drying love by popping on a diffuser. Less frizz, more bounce.
And don't forget the curly versatility of a hot air styler with attachments.
Here’s some TikTok curl inspiration.
The right tools:
Hydro Smooth Fast Dry - Perfect smooth finish for curly, dry/damaged, or coloured hair. Comes with a specially designed plasma-flow diffuser for curl drying or adding volume to the roots.
5Q Brilliance High Performance Dryer - Great for curly thick long hair, with up to 70%* faster controlled airflow to reduce drying time.
*Compared to standard DC motor dryers
Air Style Brilliance - The impressive all-rounder with seven attachments. Long curls, short curls & all waves in between.Fine/thin hair
Fine & thin is by no means weak. The right hair styler will work with your strengths.
Choose a styler that's gentle on your hair but powerful on your style. And a hot hair styler gets the drying & the styling done simultaneously. It's a fine/thin win with less heat & more time for coffee.
Don't forget to add some extra TLC with a dose of heat protection spray.
The right tools:
Air Style Brilliance – fine & thin, long or short. There's a choice of volume-boosting attachments for your every whim.
Brush N' Style – smaller barrel & shorter bristles are perfect for short fine hair.
Frizzy Hair
Is it time to fight the frizz monster? Has your hair got a mind of its own?
Partner with a specific Frizz Defense Rotating Hot Air Styler for a winning team. Control frizz with a slower, gentler drying tactic because now is not the time for blasting the enemy.
Always use a heat protector spray or frizz control cream before styling to tame while you style.
We love these product, curl casting & diffuser tips from TikTok.
The right tools:
Frizz Defense AC Salon Dryer - Battles any length frizz.
Frizz Defense Rotating Hot Air Styler - The perfect solution for long, thick, frizzy hair.
Damaged/TLC hair
Worked your hair too hard? Is it a little battered & bruised?
You can win the fight against damaged hair. Use a hair dryer that protects, hydrates, & replenishes. Plus, it leaves your hair looking & feeling better. Now that's a nice change from more damage.
The right tool:
Hydro Smooth Fast Dry - Strength by gentle power. Designed for luscious, smooth results. Make advanced plasma conditioning ions your prescription for healthy hair.
Love your style, from the VS Sassoon team. xo