I was a Dyson sceptic until this viral hair tool converted me

Best for: smoother strands and next-level shine

The Supersonic r™ hair dryer is Dyson’s most powerful, yet lightest and most precise hair dryer yet. It’s 30 per cent smaller, 20 per cent lighter, and designed for effortless styling, giving you pro-level results without the arm workout.

Colours: Jasper Plum and Ceramic Pink

Key features:

• Pioneering curved format
• Streamlined flow heater
• Intelligent attachments
• Intelligent heat control

Best for: directional airflow

What makes the Dyson Airstrait so special, you ask? For starters, it straightens without hot plates, using only precisely heated air to dry and style your hair at the same time. That means no extreme heat or direct contact, helping to maintain your hair’s natural strength and shine.

Colours: Jasper Plum

Key features:

• Straightens hair from wet to dry using only air
• No hot plates = no heat or mechanical damage
• Ideal for fast, everyday styling with a natural finish

Also available at:

• $749 from Sephora
• $749 from Myer

Best for: a super-light blow-dry brush

This tool combines the power of a hair dryer and a round brush, cutting your beauty prep time in half. With its unique oval brush, tangle-free bristles, and ionic technology, it delivers extra shine and protects your follicles, making it perfect for all hair types and lengths. Plus, it’s super-light, so you can say goodbye to sore arms!

Colours: Signature Pink

Key features:

• Flexible bristles
• Three heat settings
• Lightweight design
• Ionic technology

Best for: a time-saver

The ghd Duet Blowdry is a fan favourite for its ability to deliver extra voluminous salon blow-dries in no time, for shiny, salon blow-dries with less heat exposure.

Colours: Black, White, Galactic Lilac and Pink Sorbet

Key features:

• Unique Air-Heat Xchanger converts thermal energy from the air to thermal energy
• Elliptical-shaped barrel plate
• Snag free heated bristles

Best for: snag-free styling

A crowd favourite, the GHD hair straightener is loved for its smart technology that adjusts heat based on your hair’s thickness and styling speed. Infinity sensors monitor the heat 250 times per second across the high-gloss plates so you can style your hair just how you like it.

Colours: Black

Key features:

• Rounded barrel
• Unique wishbone hinge
• Precision-milled plates

Also available at:

• $425 from Sephora
• $425 from Adore Beauty

Best for: touching up

The Cloud Nine Original Iron is a go-to for sleek, pin-straight hair that actually feels healthy. With adjustable heat settings, Sericite-infused plates, and a smooth glide that cuts down on passes, it makes straightening, curling, or adding volume effortless — and leaves hair glossy and frizz-free.

Colours: Black

Key features:

• 11 variable heat settings
• Cushioned plates for maximum shine
• Unique vibration technology to minimise damage

Also available at:

• $389 from Oz Hair & Beauty

Best for: no extreme heat

Almost always sold out everywhere (which speaks volumes about its popularity), the Dyson Airwrap has reached cult status thanks to its incredible versatility. Whether you’re curling, smoothing, or drying, this tool does it all with no extreme heat, making it the perfect choice for anyone who wants to style their hair without causing damage.

Colours: Bright Nickel/Rich Copper

Key features:

• 6 attachments for every style and hair type
• Bi-directional long barrels to curl or wave
• Brushes to shape and volumise
• Powerful blow-dryer that also hides flyaways

Best for: an all-rounder

Speaking of styling with no heat damage, the Shark FlexStyle effortlessly transforms from a powerful, fast-drying hair dryer into an ultra-versatile multi-styler with just a simple twist. Perfect for straight, wavy, curly, and coily hair, it’s lightweight yet powerful.

Colours: Black

Key features:

• Three airflow settings
• Four temperatures