How could the type of hair dryer you use determine how much frizz your hair produces? I don't know how, but it does. I used one of these in a fancy resort hotel we just visited, and my hair had never looked so good. So I ordered it the minute I got home. It really does make a difference. Shiny, sleek healthy hair.
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Cheap Elchim 249790009 3900 Healthy Ionic Dryer, White
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Discount BaByliss PRO Nano Titanium Mini Straightening Iron (1 inch)
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on Sunday, October 19, 2014
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List Price: $198.00
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I have shoulder-lenght, dark, thick, wavy and mostly unruly hair... a LOT of it! I'm not your average "thick hair person" out there. I'm putting emphasis on this because I want desperate women with this type of hair (who cannot afford to go to the salon often enough to keep it looking nice -> my case!) to know that this little tool made a big difference on my hair. I had an old 2" plate clunker that did nothing but damage. When my hairdresser used the titanium BaByliss (regular 1-1/2") on me I couldn't believe the results! I then did a lot of research and gambled on this Mini 1" plates. I considered getting a regular size one but I really wanted something light, easy, that I could carry with me on trips. It's compact but potent and also a lot cheaper. I blow dry my hair straight and the Mini does the rest. Best of all, NO frizz, even here in the Florida humidity! So cool :)
Overall, very pleased w/ the product and the price.
I even use it at home because of its convenience and size.Great product for the price.
List Price: $198.00
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I have shoulder-lenght, dark, thick, wavy and mostly unruly hair... a LOT of it! I'm not your average "thick hair person" out there. I'm putting emphasis on this because I want desperate women with this type of hair (who cannot afford to go to the salon often enough to keep it looking nice -> my case!) to know that this little tool made a big difference on my hair. I had an old 2" plate clunker that did nothing but damage. When my hairdresser used the titanium BaByliss (regular 1-1/2") on me I couldn't believe the results! I then did a lot of research and gambled on this Mini 1" plates. I considered getting a regular size one but I really wanted something light, easy, that I could carry with me on trips. It's compact but potent and also a lot cheaper. I blow dry my hair straight and the Mini does the rest. Best of all, NO frizz, even here in the Florida humidity! So cool :)
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I purchased this product for a trip to scotland. I paid $20 for it and it worked very well for that price. Dont compare it to your expensive flat iron at home and you will be pleased. I have short, chin-length hair, and could get my hair done in 10 ish minutes--managable but not perfect hair in that time. It is dual volatage so you can use it abroad or in the states, i used my converter adaptor set w/ it anyway. It heats up very quickly and is the perfect travel size---can fit in your carryon and not take up much space. There are no heat adjustment settings--hot is what you get, so you may want to make sure you use a protective spray on your hair first.Overall, very pleased w/ the product and the price.
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I travel extensively for business and love the good job this lightweight flat iron does.I even use it at home because of its convenience and size.Great product for the price.
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I was looking for a smaller 1" flat iron and this does the trick. Works great, gets hot enough on the plates, but not the handle. Compact for travel. Only negative that it didn't come in a case.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for BaByliss PRO Nano Titanium Mini Straightening Iron (1 inch)
I have very wavy (sometimes curly) hair. This worked better than a lot of full size flat irons I have tried. It heats up quickly and is easy to us. I bought it for a vacation and now I sometimes carry it in my purse if I think I might want to touch up my hair after work.Helen of Troy 1579 Tangle Free Hot Air Brush, White, 3/4 Inch Barrel Review
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I got this because my beautician used it on my hair after cutting my hair and it worked so nicely. I hunted all over to find a 3/4" barrel and finally decided to check Amazon. The quality is such that a professional uses it and it works as well for me at home. The price is affordable, too.
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I've always wished my daily hair routine would replicate at least a little like when I step out of my salon. My hair is short & fine. I can't get the hang of using a curling iron & hot rollers did nothing for me. This reasonably priced little appliance makes me look good when I leave the house for work. I still have to fine tune it a little, but I'm very pleased with the results.Best Deals on Helen of Troy 1579 Tangle Free Hot Air Brush, White, 3/4 Inch Barrel
This hot air brush does all that I need it to do, although I would have chosen a 1/2 inch barrel if one would be available. I like that it has plastic/coated teeth rather than the wiry bristle type that get tangled in my hair. This is certainly an item that I have recommended already.Honest reviews on Helen of Troy 1579 Tangle Free Hot Air Brush, White, 3/4 Inch Barrel
Bought this for the wife and she loves it. She loves it so much that when we go away for the weekend it travels with us. It drys and shapes her hair at the same time. We would buy another if we ever see them on sale.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Helen of Troy 1579 Tangle Free Hot Air Brush, White, 3/4 Inch Barrel
This seems to be a professional-grade product. I have 3 different sizes. The original is probably ... 9 yrs old? and still going strong. As you go through different styles it's good to have what you need on hand. This is a great tool. Blows the hair dry while it is curling/controlling it, which stays better when done on damp hair.T3 Bespoke Labs 83888-SE Special Edition Evolution Professional Reviews
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on Friday, July 11, 2014
I bought this dryer at Amazon in order to get it for $125 less than the MSR. In 6 months it quit working completely and I contacted Amazon about it only to be told that it was past the 30 days. I emailed Amazon a few time before posting this, in order to give then a chance to make it right, but they offer no help at all. This is when I learned that these hair dryers are ONLY sold through authorized dealers and Amazon is not one of them. So my hair dryer is possibly a copy; it is certainly not under any kind of warranty and I just lost that $175. The real deal is a fabulous dryer and I would suggest buying it for the full $300 and having a 4-year warranty on it.
Amazon is one of the places online that I have always felt safe making purchases, but no more. Please be aware that you're taking a chance that it may not be authentic and it might fail, and, if it does, you will have just lost a lot of money because there is no support for it.
This dryer is like a miracle! Even in hot, humid weather I can walk outside and not feel my hair shrivel and kink up. OK, there will be a little frizz, but not anywhere near as much as before. I'm telling you, if this dryer can work this well on my hair it can work for anyone. I've tried other expensive dryers that women rave about and they were all a waste of money compared to this one.
First of all, let me warn you that if you are expecting this dryer to be anything like your old dryer you are going to be let down. In just about every way this dryer makes you think it's not up to the task but if you give it a chance you'll see that it is light years better than anything else out there.
For instance, this dryer does not seem to put out a lot of air. People tend to think it doesn't have enough power but that's not because it isn't working, it's because it doesn't need to blow your hair to smithereens in order to dry it quickly and thoroughly. And the benefits from not having to deal with all that wind are amazing. It actually gives you better control over your hairstyle and doesn't "poof" up your hair. If you curl your hair around a barrel brush and pull it tight, then pull verrry slowly down to the ends while following it with the dryer, it will dry your hair far more efficiently and smoothly than if you had to deal with tons of wind blowing your hair all over the place. The only thing is that it takes some getting used to the lack of wind because you are forced to handle your hair differently. Once you get the knack of it, though, you will never want to go back to your old dryer again. I feel so much less stressed out using this dryer, too. It's quieter, lighter and doesn't require gymnastics to achieve amazing results.
Another thing is that the dryer is amazingly light it weighs just over half a pound! Again, the control this affords you in being able to hold the dryer at strange angles indefinitely without feeling awkward or tired is amazing. I used to think that only a professional could dry the hair on the back of my head and style it well, but now I can do it myself to perfection with this dryer. This dryer is so easy to use you will have more energy when you leave the bathroom. I'll swear it takes less time to dry my hair, although I haven't estimated by how much. It feels like it takes about 25% less time than my old dryer, which was also a professional ionic/ceramic dryer.
One thing that is strange about this dryer (but not in a bad way) is that at first I thought I was seeing "smoke" rising from my hair when I used it. This alarmed me because I thought I was damaging my hair. Now I realize that this is most likely the humidity being blown out of my via the miracle of modern science! It has no smell and it seems like water vapor. I had seen this effect a bit with my old dryer, but it happens a LOT with this dryer. All I know is that my hair comes out silky, smooth, and since I've been using it, in MUCH better condition than before. I sometimes feel like I've used a relaxer on my hair!
The only complaint I have about this dryer is a small one and quite minor in the scheme of things. The control buttons are in an awkward place on the grip of the handle and it is easy to accidentally turn the dryer off or change the speed or temperature. There are 2 independent speed controls and 3 temperature controls.
Other than that, I find the lower speed virtually unecessary because the higher speed is versatile enough to use for any purpose.
In general, I would highly recommend this dryer to anyone regardless of their hair issues. I often see women with "thick curly hair" act as if their hair type is the hardest to handle and if a dryer can work on them it can work on anyone. Well, they never had fine, fly-away, kinky, curly, bushy, virtually weightless hair that will not be tamed for love or money like I do, so I often wonder just who has it harder in that department! But regardless of that, I think that anyone who wants silkier, smoother, straighter hair will be more than happy with their results with this dryer. Personally, when I have seen bad reviews of this dryer I think it's because the person hasn't learned how to use it yet and is expecting it to act like the average hair dryer. If you have that reaction I would suggest taking some lessons in blow drying techniques because I am pretty sure that will solve your problem. This dryer has taught me so much about how to dry my hair successfully that I am almost in debt to it for an education as well. Now if they can only come out with a model that will shine shoes too! ;-)
UPDATE May, 2008: I have now owned this blow dryer for about a year and despite daily use it's still going strong with absolutely NO issues whatsoever and I am still thrilled with its performance!
Bewarewhere are these dryers coming from and why is Amazon still selling them if they are not an authorized retailer? Hmm
***UPDATE***
Although Amazon may not be an authorized retailer...please be sure to specify to T3 (if for some reason you have to return or register your product) that your dryer WAS purchased through Sephora/Amazon...in which case Sephora IS AN AUTHORIZED RESELLER of these dryers. It makes a huge difference!
***still love my dryer though!***
Amazon should let you know of the issues before you by any product that will not honor it's warranty. I have used Amazon but never knew of this dirty little secret. I thought this was a customer service kind of company ,well it is not.
Amazon is one of the places online that I have always felt safe making purchases, but no more. Please be aware that you're taking a chance that it may not be authentic and it might fail, and, if it does, you will have just lost a lot of money because there is no support for it.
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I have fine, wavy, fly-away hair that is prone to bushing and frizzing even in non-humid weather and until I found this dryer nothing could smooth, straighten and calm down this wild animal on my head!This dryer is like a miracle! Even in hot, humid weather I can walk outside and not feel my hair shrivel and kink up. OK, there will be a little frizz, but not anywhere near as much as before. I'm telling you, if this dryer can work this well on my hair it can work for anyone. I've tried other expensive dryers that women rave about and they were all a waste of money compared to this one.
First of all, let me warn you that if you are expecting this dryer to be anything like your old dryer you are going to be let down. In just about every way this dryer makes you think it's not up to the task but if you give it a chance you'll see that it is light years better than anything else out there.
For instance, this dryer does not seem to put out a lot of air. People tend to think it doesn't have enough power but that's not because it isn't working, it's because it doesn't need to blow your hair to smithereens in order to dry it quickly and thoroughly. And the benefits from not having to deal with all that wind are amazing. It actually gives you better control over your hairstyle and doesn't "poof" up your hair. If you curl your hair around a barrel brush and pull it tight, then pull verrry slowly down to the ends while following it with the dryer, it will dry your hair far more efficiently and smoothly than if you had to deal with tons of wind blowing your hair all over the place. The only thing is that it takes some getting used to the lack of wind because you are forced to handle your hair differently. Once you get the knack of it, though, you will never want to go back to your old dryer again. I feel so much less stressed out using this dryer, too. It's quieter, lighter and doesn't require gymnastics to achieve amazing results.
Another thing is that the dryer is amazingly light it weighs just over half a pound! Again, the control this affords you in being able to hold the dryer at strange angles indefinitely without feeling awkward or tired is amazing. I used to think that only a professional could dry the hair on the back of my head and style it well, but now I can do it myself to perfection with this dryer. This dryer is so easy to use you will have more energy when you leave the bathroom. I'll swear it takes less time to dry my hair, although I haven't estimated by how much. It feels like it takes about 25% less time than my old dryer, which was also a professional ionic/ceramic dryer.
One thing that is strange about this dryer (but not in a bad way) is that at first I thought I was seeing "smoke" rising from my hair when I used it. This alarmed me because I thought I was damaging my hair. Now I realize that this is most likely the humidity being blown out of my via the miracle of modern science! It has no smell and it seems like water vapor. I had seen this effect a bit with my old dryer, but it happens a LOT with this dryer. All I know is that my hair comes out silky, smooth, and since I've been using it, in MUCH better condition than before. I sometimes feel like I've used a relaxer on my hair!
The only complaint I have about this dryer is a small one and quite minor in the scheme of things. The control buttons are in an awkward place on the grip of the handle and it is easy to accidentally turn the dryer off or change the speed or temperature. There are 2 independent speed controls and 3 temperature controls.
Other than that, I find the lower speed virtually unecessary because the higher speed is versatile enough to use for any purpose.
In general, I would highly recommend this dryer to anyone regardless of their hair issues. I often see women with "thick curly hair" act as if their hair type is the hardest to handle and if a dryer can work on them it can work on anyone. Well, they never had fine, fly-away, kinky, curly, bushy, virtually weightless hair that will not be tamed for love or money like I do, so I often wonder just who has it harder in that department! But regardless of that, I think that anyone who wants silkier, smoother, straighter hair will be more than happy with their results with this dryer. Personally, when I have seen bad reviews of this dryer I think it's because the person hasn't learned how to use it yet and is expecting it to act like the average hair dryer. If you have that reaction I would suggest taking some lessons in blow drying techniques because I am pretty sure that will solve your problem. This dryer has taught me so much about how to dry my hair successfully that I am almost in debt to it for an education as well. Now if they can only come out with a model that will shine shoes too! ;-)
UPDATE May, 2008: I have now owned this blow dryer for about a year and despite daily use it's still going strong with absolutely NO issues whatsoever and I am still thrilled with its performance!
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I was unable to keep this product due to the fact that the products box was not sealed and there was not a serial code attached to the hair dryer. This code is necessary in order to register it for it's 5 yr warranty. When I informed Amazon of this problem, they sent me another one, and this too did not have a seal and bar code. This only leads me to wonder where are these dryers coming from?Honest reviews on T3 Bespoke Labs 83888-SE Special Edition Evolution Professional
I love this hairdryer HOWEVER after owning it for 22 months (not quite 2 years) it seems to have a short in it...so of course I contact the manufacturer T3 only to find out that amazon is NOT an "AUTHORIZED" retailer of the T3 products.....excuse me...WTF? However they were kind enough to say they would replace it for a $$ fee $$Bewarewhere are these dryers coming from and why is Amazon still selling them if they are not an authorized retailer? Hmm
***UPDATE***
Although Amazon may not be an authorized retailer...please be sure to specify to T3 (if for some reason you have to return or register your product) that your dryer WAS purchased through Sephora/Amazon...in which case Sephora IS AN AUTHORIZED RESELLER of these dryers. It makes a huge difference!
***still love my dryer though!***
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I too bought this dryer and in less than 3 months the dryer was not working. When I contacted T3 they informed me that Amazon was not authorised to sell this product but they would make an exception and for a total cost of $50.00 they would replace my very expensive dryer.Amazon should let you know of the issues before you by any product that will not honor it's warranty. I have used Amazon but never knew of this dirty little secret. I thought this was a customer service kind of company ,well it is not.
Elchim 3800 Diffuser Review
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on Wednesday, July 9, 2014
I bought this for my older model Elchim hair dryer. I was worried that it might not fit but it was a perfect match. Works great! I couldn't be happier!
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I bought this for my wife who gets up very early for work while everyone else is still sleeping. We were seeking a solution for the annoying and piercing "screaming" of her hair dryer at 4:30AM, and this turned up in a search for "super quiet" hair dryers. Well, this unit does offer some nice improvements in both speed and temperature selections as well as a momentary "cool" button. But although it is perhaps a little lower in the tone or frequency of its sound, the total noise produced by it is only nominally different from the much cheaper unit it replaced. We don't sense that it puts out more air or heat than the much less expensive one we had, but it came with some interesting styling attachments to make it appear more like a pro unit. It also features a detachable lint filter at the intake which may be worth something down the road as that clogs. Our 12 year old son did think it was "cool" though -whatever that may be worth.
Review of Parlux PAR4182 Professional 3800 Ionic and Ceramic Hair Dryer
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on Monday, June 9, 2014
A power bomb that is!. This little dryer is power and heat wrapped in a small package. The dryer is well balanced with the weight in the body of the dryer. I am a nozel holder,so with the weight in the body of the dryer and not in the handle it is very comfortable to use. The dryer is will insulated for heat and noise. This is a gem if you do a lot of Brazilian Blowouts! The parlux 3800 is well worth the price. The only draw back is the cord is a little on the short side for a pro dryer.Not a deal breaker though.
High air flow, low noise, two heat levels and long lasting components.
What else can you ask?
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Dryer does not perform as well as my T3. Even though the air output on high is like being in a wind tunnel, it does not dry my hair any faster. Should have purchased another T3 and saved some money.Best Deals on Parlux PAR4182 Professional 3800 Ionic and Ceramic Hair Dryer
Good hairdryer. I got tired of purchasing a new Revlon/Conair dryer every year to 18months at my local discount department store. So I bit the bullet and purcahsed a proferssional grade dryer. This is a good dryer, fast, hot, not too heavy. Cut down my drying time at least 5 minutes maybe even 10. But really, too expensive. I will update in a year or sooner if necessary about continued use. I agree with previous comment regarding buttons in a strange area, but after two uses I have learned to compensate and it is not an issue for me. Also, the attachments work well and do not fall off like cheaper dryers.Honest reviews on Parlux PAR4182 Professional 3800 Ionic and Ceramic Hair Dryer
This is my third Parlux, they make the best dryers!High air flow, low noise, two heat levels and long lasting components.
What else can you ask?
Hot Tools HT1109 Midi Professional Curling Iron with Multi Heat Review
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on Monday, May 5, 2014
This is the best curling iron I have ever used. I enjoy how quickly it heats up, and the release is awesome, heating is very uniform. The cord doesn't tangle up and is the perfect length to allow for easy handling, but not get caught up or tripped on. It's a very pretty sleek looking product also, pretty and functional with the gold color. It cleans up easily, I love this product!
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this item was MUCH cheaper on amazon than anywhere retail. I will shop more on amazon in the future.Best Deals on Hot Tools HT1109 Midi Professional Curling Iron with Multi Heat
This curling iron is light weight..fits small hands really well. It gets hot enough to actually set the curl. Very happy with this purchase.Honest reviews on Hot Tools HT1109 Midi Professional Curling Iron with Multi Heat
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This is the nicest curlin g Iron I have ever owned aand it works great, many temperature setting. This is also a hard size to find and came with 2 extra springs.Buy Turbo Power Open Box Turbo 1500 Blow Dryer 13-307
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This is an OK hair dryer. It is durable and the material is quality. It did not get as hot as I would like. My hair is thick and long and it needs heat to really give it a smooth silky look. I don't like to use a flat iron after I blow my hair, so I rely on the dryer to do all of my hair straightening. This dryer will straighten it but the roots look a little puffy. I've had the dryer for a couple of months now and am considering buying a new drier with higher watts. After doing a little research on the internet, I found that the higher the watts the hotter it dryer. The Turbo Power 1500 is only 1300 watts and other dryers like the Twin Turbo 2800 or Twin Turbo 3200 watts are around 1800. Bottom line, if you have fine hair this is a good drier. If you're going to use something like a flat iron after you blow dry your hair, then this is a good dryer. If your hair is thick and/or coarse and you're looking for this dryer to really straighten your hair, then you're going to have to spend more for a dryer with higher watts.
My hair:
Thick
Coarse
Long (past the middle of my back)
Dominican (if that helps)
Cannot air dry it (it would dry very puffy and frizzy if so)
Has been relaxed (I relax it 2-4 times a year)
Retains water (humid weather wreaks havoc)
What seems to be most people's hair types in hair dryer reviews overall (not just this one):
Able to dry with minimal effort (no brushing or able to point the dryer generally and have their hair still dry straight)
Hair that can dry in 5-20 minutes with minimal effort
"Thick" (though I think some people are confused as to their actual hair type)
I was surprised to learn that this hair dryer is only 1300 watts. After reading many dryer reviews, I thought I'd need something that was 2000 watts. Now, I'm rethinking that because this still does a good job at 1300. I think some people who leave dryer reviews don't know their actual hair type and/or how to properly blow dry their hair for a smooth, lasting, straight finish. Sometimes it's not the dryer's fault but, HOW people attempt to dry their hair. My mother does hair very well (if you've ever gone to a Dominican salon, you know that Dominican salons tend to do hair well). Some people at other salons tend to dry all hair types as if they are the same and dry the same and that isn't the case, leaving me (or others I know with similar hair) with terrible results. These have been my experiences and obviously don't apply to everyone. I don't like going to salons and haven't gone in years. Using this dryer, I have always received compliments on how nice and straight my hair looks.
When I first tried to do my own hair (without really knowing how to) using someone's John Frieda 1875 watt hair dryer. I did a horrible job that took me a very long time and ended with puffy hair, not smooth at all but at least dry. If you don't use a blow dryer on a hot enough setting, it will not dry well, it only gets the water out of your hair is all. My mother, using the same dryer, did a much better job similar to the results with this dryer. You have to use a brush of some type (round or straight) to pull and straighten the hair for a smooth finish. You should also dry only small sections at a time for better results and always point the dryer down and in the direction of the hair shaft using the concentrator nozzle. I use a thermal protector as well as other products for shine so, I can't comment on the dryer's efficacy on those things.
PROS about this dryer:
Takes my hair only about 40 minutes to fully dry (after just squeezing out excess water with a towel, parting, clipping and drying small sections at a time. Compare this to salons where I have to sit under a hooded dryer for well over an hour and have them still blow dry my hair straight after, which takes another 20 minutes or so for a total of almost two hours.)
Dries smoothly and straightens well (no need to use a flat iron after)
Gets very hot
Strong air flow
Good weight (not too heavy)
Buttons are well placed (don't accidentally press anything)
Long cord length (Haven't measured it exactly but, it is at least 6 feet, probably more and has never been an issue)
Removable filter (can easily clean for a longer life)
Durable (has been owned for at least 10 years and still works well, using it several times a week on 2-3 people with similar hair types to my own)
Comes with a concentrator nozzle (Stays put and after years of accidental drops has never broken)
Could go for up to a week without having to redo hair
CONS:
Brand name rubbed off after many years (I don't care but, may be a con for some)
Gets very hot (have to protect my ears sometimes and cannot leave it close to my scalp for long. Good that it gets that hot but, you have to be careful so it's a pro and con)
Loud (I think most dryers are. In terms of hearing conservation, I would recommend using ear plugs with dryers since they are so close to your head/ears and are very loud for a long period of time. This could eventually result in some amount of noise-induced hearing loss. Not specifically with just this dryer but, any dryer.)
Only has a hot and cool setting (each with different strengths. The cool setting isn't that cool, it is warm although I've only used it after using hot for over 30 minutes. This is only a con if you're looking for a dryer with a cool shot.)
Somewhat expensive (there are many dryers available for half this price so it is an investment)
Not compact (If you're looking for something like that. I have had bad experiences with hotel dryers that leave my hair a big puffy mess so I will still pack and use this, even though it is a full size hair dryer. It's that good.)
I would recommend this product but, I am not personally buying it for myself because it is over my budget. I am looking for a dryer that is less than $40-50 and available through prime. This dryer is not available with prime shipping and the beauty supply store has jacked up the price over the years. If you can afford to spend that amount on a dryer, it is a good investment. I'd prefer not to if I can find something that works as well as this one for less money. If I do find something like that, I will definitely share that (I'm researching and will try) but, at least I have this dryer as a backup if anything.
This blow dryer has made all the differece in how fast and nice my hair blows dries straightening out!
List Price: $190.00
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This is an OK hair dryer. It is durable and the material is quality. It did not get as hot as I would like. My hair is thick and long and it needs heat to really give it a smooth silky look. I don't like to use a flat iron after I blow my hair, so I rely on the dryer to do all of my hair straightening. This dryer will straighten it but the roots look a little puffy. I've had the dryer for a couple of months now and am considering buying a new drier with higher watts. After doing a little research on the internet, I found that the higher the watts the hotter it dryer. The Turbo Power 1500 is only 1300 watts and other dryers like the Twin Turbo 2800 or Twin Turbo 3200 watts are around 1800. Bottom line, if you have fine hair this is a good drier. If you're going to use something like a flat iron after you blow dry your hair, then this is a good dryer. If your hair is thick and/or coarse and you're looking for this dryer to really straighten your hair, then you're going to have to spend more for a dryer with higher watts.
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I have been researching hair dryers and came upon this dryer which my mother owns (and I still borrow). I'm looking to buy my own for convenience. My mother originally bought this dryer because it was used in a lot of Dominican salons and the fact that she's had it over 10 years I think speaks for itself. We didn't buy it on Amazon but, at a local beauty supply for about $60 then. I wanted to leave a review because I felt that a lot of reviews I've seen for different dryers were left by people with hair types that could be dried well even without a hair dryer. Not so for me.My hair:
Thick
Coarse
Long (past the middle of my back)
Dominican (if that helps)
Cannot air dry it (it would dry very puffy and frizzy if so)
Has been relaxed (I relax it 2-4 times a year)
Retains water (humid weather wreaks havoc)
What seems to be most people's hair types in hair dryer reviews overall (not just this one):
Able to dry with minimal effort (no brushing or able to point the dryer generally and have their hair still dry straight)
Hair that can dry in 5-20 minutes with minimal effort
"Thick" (though I think some people are confused as to their actual hair type)
I was surprised to learn that this hair dryer is only 1300 watts. After reading many dryer reviews, I thought I'd need something that was 2000 watts. Now, I'm rethinking that because this still does a good job at 1300. I think some people who leave dryer reviews don't know their actual hair type and/or how to properly blow dry their hair for a smooth, lasting, straight finish. Sometimes it's not the dryer's fault but, HOW people attempt to dry their hair. My mother does hair very well (if you've ever gone to a Dominican salon, you know that Dominican salons tend to do hair well). Some people at other salons tend to dry all hair types as if they are the same and dry the same and that isn't the case, leaving me (or others I know with similar hair) with terrible results. These have been my experiences and obviously don't apply to everyone. I don't like going to salons and haven't gone in years. Using this dryer, I have always received compliments on how nice and straight my hair looks.
When I first tried to do my own hair (without really knowing how to) using someone's John Frieda 1875 watt hair dryer. I did a horrible job that took me a very long time and ended with puffy hair, not smooth at all but at least dry. If you don't use a blow dryer on a hot enough setting, it will not dry well, it only gets the water out of your hair is all. My mother, using the same dryer, did a much better job similar to the results with this dryer. You have to use a brush of some type (round or straight) to pull and straighten the hair for a smooth finish. You should also dry only small sections at a time for better results and always point the dryer down and in the direction of the hair shaft using the concentrator nozzle. I use a thermal protector as well as other products for shine so, I can't comment on the dryer's efficacy on those things.
PROS about this dryer:
Takes my hair only about 40 minutes to fully dry (after just squeezing out excess water with a towel, parting, clipping and drying small sections at a time. Compare this to salons where I have to sit under a hooded dryer for well over an hour and have them still blow dry my hair straight after, which takes another 20 minutes or so for a total of almost two hours.)
Dries smoothly and straightens well (no need to use a flat iron after)
Gets very hot
Strong air flow
Good weight (not too heavy)
Buttons are well placed (don't accidentally press anything)
Long cord length (Haven't measured it exactly but, it is at least 6 feet, probably more and has never been an issue)
Removable filter (can easily clean for a longer life)
Durable (has been owned for at least 10 years and still works well, using it several times a week on 2-3 people with similar hair types to my own)
Comes with a concentrator nozzle (Stays put and after years of accidental drops has never broken)
Could go for up to a week without having to redo hair
CONS:
Brand name rubbed off after many years (I don't care but, may be a con for some)
Gets very hot (have to protect my ears sometimes and cannot leave it close to my scalp for long. Good that it gets that hot but, you have to be careful so it's a pro and con)
Loud (I think most dryers are. In terms of hearing conservation, I would recommend using ear plugs with dryers since they are so close to your head/ears and are very loud for a long period of time. This could eventually result in some amount of noise-induced hearing loss. Not specifically with just this dryer but, any dryer.)
Only has a hot and cool setting (each with different strengths. The cool setting isn't that cool, it is warm although I've only used it after using hot for over 30 minutes. This is only a con if you're looking for a dryer with a cool shot.)
Somewhat expensive (there are many dryers available for half this price so it is an investment)
Not compact (If you're looking for something like that. I have had bad experiences with hotel dryers that leave my hair a big puffy mess so I will still pack and use this, even though it is a full size hair dryer. It's that good.)
I would recommend this product but, I am not personally buying it for myself because it is over my budget. I am looking for a dryer that is less than $40-50 and available through prime. This dryer is not available with prime shipping and the beauty supply store has jacked up the price over the years. If you can afford to spend that amount on a dryer, it is a good investment. I'd prefer not to if I can find something that works as well as this one for less money. If I do find something like that, I will definitely share that (I'm researching and will try) but, at least I have this dryer as a backup if anything.
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I am convinced that you need a great product to be able to straighten your hair out and have it look great.This blow dryer has made all the differece in how fast and nice my hair blows dries straightening out!
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I really loved this dryer at first; however, within a short period of time the brushes wouldn't stay on the dryer. So now I have to hold the brush on with one hand. It also has a poor swivel design and the last thing that happened is that I have to hold the swivel in just the right position to keep the power going. I don't have enough hands! My daughter has had this brush since October and her brushes won't stay on any longer.
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I love this dryer (versus a normal dryer without brush extensions) because it's easy to get the volume you want without the hassle of holding a dryer in one hand and a brush in another hand. the problem is after a while the brush extensions do not stay attached, so it defeats the purpose of only having to use one hand because you have to hold the extension on with the other hand! One of the tips fell off one of my extensions so now I have to hold the thing on by the other end and it burns my fingers! obviously I wouldn't keep doing this if I didn't like the product but I just wish they didn't make the extension parts removable. I liked the thing so much, though, that I bought another one thinking maybe I just got a bad one. But it has happened to my second one too. looks like I'm going to have to pick a different brand now.Best Deals on Revlon Volume Stay Titanium Hot Air Kit
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I have had 2 of these in the past, so I figured it would be the same quality. However, the clip that holds the tools on to the blower is now very cheap and everything wobbles and hair gets caught in it. I wish I kept the warranty card, but of course I didn't figure I would need it. Please improve the design!Review of Andis 82090 Illuminator Tourmaline Ionic 1875 Watt Dryer
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I hate the loud noise of a hair dryer, so I searched the internet for hair dryers that were QUIET. This is one of the few models that was specifically advertised as having a QUIET AC MOTOR, so I bought it. I am really disappointed, because it is actually the NOISIEST hair dryer I have owned, far noisier than the cheaper CONAIR dryer I was replacing. So, if you are looking for a QUIET dryer, don't be misled by the manufacturer's description into thinking this is it!
Pros:
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The light is awesome when I dry my dog's furnishings (legs and underbelly). I can actually see what I am doing!
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Cons:
It is a bit loud. But, my dog, who is a total chicken when it comes to sound, loves getting dry and toasty warm. When he's wet he will actually seek out the bathroom drawer holding the dryer. I just had to take it slow and present plenty of treats when getting him used to it.
A friend borrowed it and said that even on the low setting she thought it blew too hard for her to style her hair.
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My very big dog and I both love this dryer. I bought my first one from an pet grooming catalog, so I think it was designed for dog grooming. But, I like it so much that it ended up in my drawer in the bathroom. It is by far the most powerful drier I have ever used. I have used it hard for over two years and it's time for another. Other dryers just seem wimpy by comparison.Pros:
It has separate heat and blowing controls, which makes it possible to blow high powered warm air (which my dog prefers) and low powered hot air (which I like for my hair.)
The light is awesome when I dry my dog's furnishings (legs and underbelly). I can actually see what I am doing!
Has a "cool shot" button to set the style.
Its high power gets drying jobs done fast.
Cons:
It is a bit loud. But, my dog, who is a total chicken when it comes to sound, loves getting dry and toasty warm. When he's wet he will actually seek out the bathroom drawer holding the dryer. I just had to take it slow and present plenty of treats when getting him used to it.
A friend borrowed it and said that even on the low setting she thought it blew too hard for her to style her hair.
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