Have you been fawning over those perfect ‘90s-inspired blow outs that are taking over our FYP on social media these days? Wanting to find your new favourite hair dryer that dries, styles and smooths?
Believe it or not, not every hair dryer is made the same. Some are made for powerful performance, different hair types and styling preferences.
It’s easy to fall victim to buying the first option you stumble across but if you’re wanting to find that perfect hair dryer that leaves your hair dry, smooth and makes styling a breeze then look no further.
Below we are taking a look at the best options available in Australia, so you can make an informed decision as to how you spend your hard-earned cash!
2024’s Top 3 Hair Dryers
- FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System, $399 (usually $499) at Shark
- Parlux Power Light 385 ionic and ceramic hair dryer, $315 at Adore Beauty
- Panasonic Moisture Infusing Advanced Folding Hair Dryer, $229 (usually $399) from Shaver Shop
The best hair dryers to shop in 2024
FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System
$399.99 (usually $499.99) at Shark
Cut your hair styling time in half by investing in a hair dryer that doubles as a styling tool. Shark’s viral FlexStyle works to simultaneously style your hair as it dries, meaning your hair is subject to less heat, you’ll be out the door faster and your arm won’t ache from the effort. There are six attachments, allowing you to choose between sleek, straight styles, bouncy waves and loose, effortless curls.
Key features:
- Six interchangeable styling heads
- 4 heat and 3 airflow settings
- Cool-shot setting to lock in your style
- Auto-wrap curlers
Parlux Power Light 385 Ionic and Ceramic Hair Dryer
$315 at Adore Beauty
Lightweight without compromising power, this hair dryer from Parlux leaves hair silky smooth and dried quickly thanks to the ceramic and ionic technology.
Key features:
- Ceramic and Ionic technology
- Four temperature controls
- Two speeds
- Two concentrated nozzles
- Instant cold shot
Also available at:
- $252 (usually $315) from Oz Hair and Beauty
- $267 (usually $315) from David Jones
- $315 from Myer
Panasonic Moisture Infusing Advanced Folding Hair Dryer
$229 (usually $399) from Shaver Shop
Ideal for on-the-go beauty this travel dryer is lightweight so as not to weigh down your luggage yet doesn’t compromise on quality. Plus its dual benefits as a hair and scalp hydrator mean that you can achieve professional-grade treatments with the simple click of a button.
Key features:
- Double Mineral technology to hydrate
- Intelligent temperature control mode
- Hot and cold air mode
- Two nozzle attachments for soft and strong airflow
- Three-speed setting
- Compact and portable
Helios Hair Dryer
$350 at ghd
Ultra-fast drying and powerful, this chic hair dryer will reduce frizz and leave your hair shining. Use the precise nozzle to target your roots and add lift and volume while you dry.
Key features:
- Bespoke contoured nozzle
- Power and temperature control
- Bespoke acoustic system technology
- Three metre power cable
- Aeroprecis technology
Also available at:
- $279 (usually $350) from Shaver Shop
Dyson Supersonic
$649 at Adore Beauty
This luxe hair dryer comes with a specially made anti-flyaway attachment to target those pesky cowlicks and stray hairs by tucking them under longer hairs. It comes with five attachments to suit all hair types.
Key features:
- Heat and speed controls
- Heats up to 100 degrees Celsius
- Five attachments suited to all hair types
- Temperature control to minimise heat damage
Also available at:
- $649 from Dyson
- $649 from The Good Guys
CLOUD NINE The Airshot
$239 at THE ICONIC
The CLOUD NINE Airshot hair dryer uses Kinder Styling tech infusing 2000w power with minerals tourmaline and sericite to leave hair stronger, shinier and healthy.
Key features:
- Three temperature settings
- Mineral-infused heating elements to lock in moisture
- Cool-shot technology
- One-year warranty
Also available at:
- $199 (usually $239) from Shaver Shop
- $239 from Adore Beauty
- $239 from Sephora
VS Sassoon Frizz Defence salon hair dryer
$89.95 at Myer
Specifically made for those of us with frizz-prone hair this dryer uses specially-made tech to reduce static and frizz and deliver salon-quality results.
Key features:
- 2023 Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customers Award
- Three heat and two speed settings
- True cold shot to set the style
- Super frizz defense technology
- 2.8m professional power cord
- Hanging loop for storage
- Three-year warranty
Also available at:
- $86 from Big W
Drybar Buttercup Blow-Dryer
$291 at ASOS
Ensure your hair dries without drying with this professional-strength dryer that features a concentrated nozzle to assist the styling and smoothing of hair.
Key features:
- Two concentrator nozzles – wider and narrow nozzle
- Three heat and two power settings for a customized blowout
- Delivers frizz in 20 per cent less time than most dryers
- Two-year warranty
Also available at:
- $322 from Sephora
- $322 from Look Fantastic
What hair dryer is least damaging to hair?
To reduce heat damage, look for hair dryers with specialist technology that won’t fry your strands. Air hair dryers, such as the Dyson Supersonic and the Shark FlexStyle, are designed to be gentle on the hair with intelligent heat settings that you can change to suit your hair type.
Do expensive hair dryers make a difference?
The higher end of the hair dryer category can possess more advanced technology as a result of a higher price tag. This could include more styling options, different temperature controls and increased power, which can all present advantages depending on your hair type and styling preferences.
Ultimately, the best hair dryer is the one that makes your life a little easier, and there are now a range of options in different price brackets, so there’s something to suit every budget.
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