How to Choose a Hair Dryer

If you wish to choose a hair dryer, look for one that has variable heat and speed settings. Also, look for dryers that have good wattage and come with styling attachments.  Choose a dryer that is within your price range as well, because pricing varies greatly.

• Look for a hair dryer with different heat settings.  This allows you to use less heat for hair that is damp.  Also, heat can be adjusted to keep brittle and damaged hair in good condition.  Dryer speed should be looked for as well, for good dryer control.


• Find a dryer that is high wattage.  High wattage means your hair dryer will have much power.  This is important to dry hair quickly and properly.  Choose a product with about 2000 watts for the best drying.  Avoid dryers that are below 1750 watts because drying will take a long time.


• Choose a hair dryer that comes with attachments.  This is important if you style your hair while you dry it.  Also, this keeps hair from becoming frizzy. Look for volumizing, straightening, and combing attachments for good hair styling.  


• Look for a hair dryer with a cool setting.  This adds shine and smoothness to hair. Also, this dries hair gently to keep hair from becoming damaged.  Use the cool setting when hair is almost dry for the best use.


• Find a hair dryer that is within your price range.  Dryers vary in price from $20 to over $150.  Look carefully at dryer brands, settings, and functions to find the best priced one.