7. Braun Style&Go – Best Travel Hairdryer
Variously called Braun Style&Go, Satin Hair 1 or HD130, this hair dryer might have a slightly confusing name, but it’s very simple when it comes to what matters: drying your hair.
There aren’t a lot of bells and whistles here, but at this price you wouldn’t expect that. There are two heat and power settings to choose from and a removable styling head. Most importantly, the hair dryer is small, lightweight, and foldable, making it the perfect hair dryer to take with you when traveling.
Braun has this covered, making sure it’s compatible with voltages from 100-240V. As long as you have a travel adapter, you can be sure it’ll work just about anywhere, without you worry about the voltage being too low to power it, or too high and breaking it.
Despite this portability, it packs a decent punch for its size, so you won’t be standing around for hours waiting for your hair to dry. It’s unlikely to be your primary dryer, but for a budget backup or travel-friendly spare, it’s a good option.
Hair dryer buying guide
A hair dryer should be a simple purchase, but if you haven’t updated yours in a while, there are a few cool features you might be missing. To decide which one to buy, start with your hair.
Heat settings
If you’re coloring your hair, you’ll probably need a little more attention. Look for a dryer with at least a low and high power setting, as well as temperature options. Use a stronger, hotter setting for a quick blast to remove most of the water from your hair, then switch to a lower, cooler setting to protect your strands when you’re done.
Ionic technology
A hair dryer with ionic technology dries hair faster, allowing you to use lower heat. It will help protect damaged hair and restore some shine. Ionic hair dryers are also good for curly hair as they will protect the curl and reduce frizz.
Powerful
Once you’ve decided on the right approach for your hair, check out the power of the device you’re looking at. More power means the job will get done faster. If you’ve ever spent a frustrating half hour with a crummy hotel hair dryer and still ended up with wet hair, you’ll understand how much of a difference wattage makes. Your hair dryer should be at least 1800 watts, but professional hair dryers can be twice as powerful.
Cool button and attachments
Also look for a cool button, which will help define your look in the end.
Finally, there are accessories: a diffuser will help you maintain your curls and a flat-head nozzle will help you smooth.
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