Why we love it: A cult classic for a clear reason, the Dyson Airwrap is a true all-in-one tool that you can use as a hair dryer, hot air brush and curler/styler. It may be far from affordable for many and take a little time to get the hang of, but it’s 100% worth it for the ultimate at-home blowdries. Some of its best features include its ability to create curls in both directions, plus its unique technology that involves using airflow as opposed to heat to avoid hair damage. The tool is also available in its newest “Dyson Airwrap i.d.” iteration, which features a larger round brush, plus a handful of smart styling features (in the new stunning Strawberry Bronze colourway, too).
Product specifications:
- Barrel size: 30/40mm.
- Cool shot: Yes.
Best for dry-styling: Amika Blowout Babe Thermal Brush
Tester: Sophie Donovan, GLAMOUR’s Senior Commerce Writer.
Why we love it: If you prefer a classic rough dry with a hairdryer before dry-styling your hair later on, this is an ideal option. Amika’s Blowout Babe Thermal Brush is a viral tool that uses infrared heat to style the hair – perfect for a bouncy blowout regardless of your hair length. It also features a heat-resistant handle, a cool tip design and doesn’t weigh a ton either.
Product specifications:
- Barrel size: 38mm.
- Cool shot: No.
Best for thick hair: Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumiser
Tester: Lian Brooks, GLAMOUR’s Senior Audience Development Manager.
Why we love it: Team GLAMOUR are huge fans of the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer. Featuring unique iconic technology, the tool makes achieving smooth and shiny hair a breeze. It’s ultra-speedy and it also comes with a larger 50mm barrel size, which is ideal for those of us with thicker hair. It’s very intuitive to use too, making it a solid beginner-friendly option. Our only qualm? It can be quite loud.
Product specifications:
- Barrel size: 50mm.
- Cool shot: Yes.
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Best versatile hot air brush: Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1
Tester: Emily Whitwam, GLAMOUR’s Associate Social Media Manager.
Why we love it: Incredibly versatile and suitable for all hair types, the Shark FlexStyle has a variety of functions and even doubles as a hair dryer. It comes with a whole host of attachments too, including auto-wrap curlers, a paddle brush, an oval shape brush as well as a diffusor and concentrator. Whether your goal is to achieve a sleek straight style, shiny waves or bouncy curls, this tool is bound to become your new go-to.
Product specifications:
- Barrel size: 43mm (brush); 24mm (curling barrels).
- Cool shot: Yes.
Best 2-in-1 hot air brush: ghd Duet Blowdry
Tester: Ali Pantony, GLAMOUR’s Website Director.
Why we love it: This hot air brush from ghd is one of the brand’s latest releases, offering wet-to-dry shine-inducing styling that will leave your hair smoother and more voluminous than ever. It comes with gentle bristles and it features clever technology that maintains a temperature of 120°C for consistent styling from root to tip, all while minimising damage. Ideal for those rushed morning routines.
Product specifications:
- Barrel size: Not specified.
- Cool shot: Not specified.
Best for beginners: Drybar The Half Shot
Tester: Denise Primbet, GLAMOUR’s Beauty Contributor.
Why we love it: Sometimes, you just want a simple, fuss-free hair tool to take the difficulty out of styling. And that’s exactly what you’ll get with the Drybar Half Shot Round Blow-Dryer Brush. Featuring a lightweight design and three temperature settings, this hot air brush offers seamless beginner-appropriate styling, delivering all the volume and bounce in a matter of minutes.
Product specifications:
- Barrel size: 38mm.
- Cool shot: Yes.
