You Go, Curl!

No matter your curl pattern, correctly drying your hair can have a major impact on how your hair looks until the next wash day. When it comes to considering a hairdryer, factors like speed, power, and heat are key, but for curly hair, picking a lightweight dryer that includes diffusers is also important as these help disperse the air in a way that allows the drier to evenly dry the curls without disturbing their natural spiral texture. With these requirements in mind, here are some of the best hair dryers for curly hair to consider.

Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer HD07

While this hairdryer might not be easy on your pocket, it’s one of the best for your curls as the airflow on this acclaimed dryer is subtle meaning it will keep your hair cuticle more intact, resulting in less static. The attachments that come with it are also good: the diffuser is perfect for enhancing curls, minimising frizz, and adding volume while the wide-tooth comb attachment adds volume and shape to curly and textured hair.

Toni&Guy Hairdryer 1800w Daily Conditioning Dryer

This lightweight but powerful hairdryer is ideal for curly hair because of its strong airflow and multiple heat settings, including a cool option to set curls without frizz. It features ionic technology to reduce frizz and enhance shine, complemented by a diffuser attachment for even airflow distribution, ensuring defined curls.

Safeway Salon Series 2200W Hairdryer

If you’re looking for a hairdryer that dries hair in a flash, offers protection, and leaves hair ultra shiny, then this Safeway Salon Series 2200W Hairdryer is for you. Thanks to the ionic technology and turbo power, this fast dryer can reduce frizz and split ends, while leaving locks with a glossy finish that maximises thickness, curls, and bouncy styles.

Hot Tools Signature Series Salon Turbo Ionic Dryer

Featuring a powerful motor, this professional hairdryer is designed for turbo drying with maximum airflow. For extra volume, natural waves and curls, just pop on the diffuser attachment and enjoy salon-perfect curls every day.

BaByliss Ionic Hairdryer 2300W Espresso

While the BaByliss Ionic Hairdryer is perfect for all hair types, this powerful and speedy gadget is especially great for curly hair as it comes with a large diffuser which, together with the help of a curl cream, creates the most brilliantly defined curls with a sleek, bouncy finish. 

Beauty tips: Damage control

Heat styling can have damaging effects in the long run; here’s how to protect your tresses.

Use a heat protectant

Curly hair is already low on the hydration front and using heat-styling tools can reduce the hair's natural moisture levels even more. A heat protectant is essential for both protecting your hair's health and creating a polished final look.

Use a diffuser when you’re drying your hair

Diffusers limit the amount of hot air that can damage your hair and create evenly distributed hair volume. Use on a low heat setting and scrunch while blowing to prevent damaged hair.

Dial down the heat

When using heat-styling tools, we’re evaporating our hair’s natural moisture levels. The lower the heat, the less harsh it is to hair.

Use styling products for curls which nourish and protect

These products are designed to add moisture to your strands and shield them from daily environmental stressors that can weaken their structure. This helps to tame unruly curls and combat frizz, ensuring enduring definition and control.

Wear protective hairstyles

Twisted buns and braids are a great choice as they don’t need heat-styling and are gentler on your scalp than some tighter hairstyles.

Try these:

•    Umberto Giannini Heat Shield Frizz Control Heat Protecting Spray 
•    Sorbet Drybar Heat Primer Serum
•    Nativechild Heat Defence Spray
•    Cantu Shea Butter Hydrating Cream Conditioner 
•    Flawless by Gabrielle Union Blow Dry Cream
•    Aunt Jackie's Curls & Coils Quench Moisture Intensive Leave-In Conditioner
•    Flawless by Gabrielle Union Curl Refresher 
•    Iwori Organic Africa Marula Defining Leave-In Lotion
•    Kristin Ess Ultra Light Curl Defining Cream

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