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Professional hair dryer from BellAffair
There are hardly any hair salons or households that do not own at least one. We are talking about the hair dryer. After all, it is a true all-rounder: it can not only dry the hair but also style it. But what should you consider when buying a new hair dryer? And how is it used correctly? Here you will find out what distinguishes a professional hair dryer from an ordinary one.
Professional hair dryer: What can a pro hair dryer do?
Professional hair dryers impress with strong performance, a handy size, and low weight. Different temperature and speed settings are standard features of a salon hair dryer. But there are even more aspects to consider when you want to buy a hair dryer.
Hair dryers with ion technology
Ever heard of an ion hair dryer? Ion technology was a major innovation in professional hair dryers. Ion hair dryers produce negatively charged electrons that break water droplets into tiny particles – drying becomes faster and energy consumption is lower. The hair is protected, because it is not exposed to heat for as long.
Another advantage: Ion hair dryers prevent static charging of the hair, as positively charged hair is neutralized. No more flyaways. So what speaks in favor of an ion hair dryer? It is fast, gentle, and anti-static! Plus for BellAffair customers: In our shop, almost all professional hair dryers come equipped with ion technology.
Diffuser hair dryer
As an attachment for a professional hair dryer, a diffuser mainly serves the following purpose: the hair is protected from direct heat and dried gently. The diffuser distributes and regulates the heat optimally, so even a low, hair-friendly setting is sufficient for drying. The diffuser’s fingers help lift and separate the hair while it dries.
With a diffuser attachment, the hair dryer can be used for curls. With this styling tool, you can easily control especially wavy or frizzy hair. Stressed hair is protected from further damage. What to keep in mind when using a diffuser hair dryer:
- More air holes allow the hair dryer to work more effectively.
- A larger surface area reaches more hair.
- Styling becomes especially quick and easy when the diffuser is used upside down.
Every brand that offers professional hair dryers also provides its own diffusers that fit specific hair dryer models. For example, the BaByliss Pro diffuser for Excess, Caruso, and Veneziano fits three hair dryers from BaByliss Pro.
Salon-quality blow-drying: the professional hair dryers at BellAffair
A hair dryer is, alongside proper hair care and a bit of skill, one of the most important tools in hairstyling. Ours are selected from top brands.
BaByliss hair dryers
Professional and yet easy on your wallet? BaByliss Pro professional hair dryers are powerful, ergonomic, yet affordable. For as little as 40 euros, you can buy a professional hair dryer with ion technology, 6 speed and temperature settings, and a cold-air button from BaByliss Pro. Here are our top 2 professional hair dryers from BaByliss Pro along with their features:
- Number 1: BaByliss Pro Excess HQ with 2600 watts is considered particularly lightweight at 555 g, making it suitable even as a travel hair dryer. It has a high motor speed, an ion generator, 2 concentrator nozzles, and an elegant metallic finish.
- Number 2: BaByliss Pro 4Artists Hair Dryer Stellato Digital with a 2400-watt digital motor, turbo function, and compact concentrator nozzles.
Remington hair dryer
Do you want to blow-dry like a professional? The brand Remington also offers high-quality products when it comes to hair dryers. The Remington Air3D Hair Dryers D7777 and D7779 come with features that definitely make them professional tools you can rely on:
- fast, frizz-reduced drying thanks to ion technology
- 3 heat settings and 2 separate airflow settings, plus a cool-shot function
- 3D airflow for powerful styling performance
- vertical motor positioned inside the handle
- 3 m long cable
- diffuser and two styling nozzles included
- dual care technology or Smooth Conditioning Technology
Professional hair dryer test: models compared
BaByliss Pro 4Artists Stellato Digital: best value for money
- smart digital motor
- 2,400 W power
- turbo function
- 3 concentrator nozzles, diffuser
- 3 temperature and airflow settings, cool-shot settings
- 396 g
- 2.8 m long cable
- hanging loop
- removable filter
Remington Air3D D7777: comparison winner
- 3D airflow and Smoothing Conditioning Technology
- 1,800 W
- LED indicator, non-slip base
- 2 concentrator nozzles
- diffuser
- 3 temperature settings, 2 airflow settings, cool-shot settings
- 750 g
- 3 m long cable
- hanging loop
- no removable filter
Which hair dryer is right for me? Many people ask themselves this question. To help you decide, we have tested all models available at BellAffair for you. Here is a small decision aid:
How is a professional hair dryer used?
We are happy to answer frequently asked questions about professional hair dryers. Here are 5 tricks for drying your hair gently with a pro hair dryer:
- Pre-dry with a towel, as it already absorbs a large part of the moisture.
- Keep a distance of 20 cm – do not hold the professional hair dryer too close to the hair.
- Do not blow-dry too hot: especially for fine hair, choose a low setting.
- For more volume, blow-dry upside down or use a styling mousse.
- Finish by using the cool-shot setting to seal the hair and give it shine.
Hair dryer from professional salon supplies: how does it differ from a regular hair dryer?
Investing in a high-quality hair dryer pays off, as it is generally more durable and more effective. Here is a direct comparison between a professional hair dryer and a standard one from the supermarket:
Regular hair dryer:
- Under 1,800 watts
- DC motor
- Less than 2.5 m cable length
- No attachments
- Fixed filters
- Static, flyaway hair due to electrical charge
- No cool-shot setting
- A maximum of 2 speed and temperature settings or combined airflow levels
- Hair gets damaged during long drying times
Professional salon hair dryer
- At least 1,800 watts
- AC motor
- At least 2.5 m cable length
- Includes concentrator nozzle or diffuser as needed
- Removable filters
- Hair does not become statically charged thanks to negative ions
- Includes cool-shot setting
- At least 2 separately adjustable speed and temperature settings
- Hair is dried quickly and gently thanks to ion technology or ceramic coating
Professional hair dryer: how to care for your hair correctly
It is important that you always apply heat protection before blow-drying to avoid hair damage such as dryness or split ends. The product coats the hair, making it harder for heat to penetrate. Hair oils such as Kérastase Elixir Ultime additionally protect the lengths and ends from blow-dryer heat. The nourishing oils also provide shine and smoothness.
To keep your hair protected from drying out and supplied with enough moisture, you can already start in the shower by using shampoo and conditioner for dry hair. For this, we recommend the BC Moisture Kick or Wella Enrich ranges, for example. You can read more about how to care for your hair in general on our blog.
Professional hair dryer: what should be considered when buying one?
Before purchasing a professional hair dryer, you should take a closer look at several aspects.
Recognizable at first glance:
- robust housing
- comfortable to hold and ideally suitable for both left- and right-handed users
- multiple speed and temperature settings, plus a cool-shot button
- cable length of at least 2.5 m
- includes a concentrator nozzle for smoothing and precise styling
- includes a diffuser for managing natural curls
Check the product description for:
- ion technology and/or ceramic coating to reduce static for fine hair and to combat frizz for thick, unruly hair
- a powerful AC motor with at least 1800 watts
- good craftsmanship and quality to prevent the hair dryer from overheating quickly
Before drying, tangled hair should be tamed with a detangling brush. A professional brush is also important when blow-drying to achieve the desired result. For blow-dry styling, it is best to use a round brush for medium or long hair, or a paddle brush for shorter hair. If you have a very short pixie cut, simply use your fingers. For thick hair, hair clips can also be helpful while blow-drying.
Buying a hair dryer at BellAffair
Already decided? At BellAffair, you can purchase a professional hair dryer and have it delivered right to your home. In our shop, you’ll find exclusive salon products suitable for both professional use and home styling. Buy hair dryers and accessories from our salon-supply shop easily and at great prices! If you have any questions, requests, or concerns, we look forward to hearing from you.