New hairdryer recommendations

[capt_noonie]

Specifically, I need one with a good diffuser, so ladies with curly hair, natural or not, please let me know what you use, and how you like it.

I have a cheapo Revlon one now that I don't like. The diffuser always randomly falls off, and when I'm drying hair, I happen to be barefoot, OUCH!

Also the one I have is huge, I want one that's smaller and that works well. This one started to have issues a few months into owning it, such as the hot air will turn off from time to time and come back on again.

Price is not really an issue as long as it's not in the $100+ range.

Oh, I saw this on Amazon, has anyone tried this, and does it work?? Amazon.com: Hot Sock Ultralight Diffuser: Beauty

[KazzyK810]

I don't have curly hair, but my daughter has long hair & "scrunches" curls into hers sometimes and she loves using my blowdryer when she's home. I have the T3 featherweight. I Use it on ZoE too!

[DvlshAngel985]

I just got a new dryer!! I've only had it a few weeks, and it's a learning curve since my last one was tiny!!! This one isn't too big, but it's an adjustment I need to make. I don't remember what it's called, but it wasn't expensive.

[Maximo]

I have never seen a sock diffuser. May have to try that, especially for the boys. I dry their hair more than my own.

I have a $25-$29 Revlon ionic ceramic something or other from Walmart that we use.

[capt_noonie]

I'm considering getting a T3. But I want some more input though. I really don't want to go ask the purse forum. Ugh.

[DvlshAngel985]

I googled "good hair dryers", read a bunch of reviews, and made my pick. There is no need to ask the purse forum.

[zedhead]

My wife was a sylist for years, when we needed to replace her $100 drier I got online and did some research. There are plenty of lower priced driers that out perform the high dollar units.

We ended up with 2 Conair Ion Shine 1875's.(One for Geri, one for our 14 YO Daughter) Geri likes it a LOT more than her big buck unit.

Walmart.com: Conair Ion Shine Ceramic 1875 Watt Hair Dryer: Hair Care

[celstu1]

I have SUPER curly hair and never blow it dry unless it's to straighten it. Funny how different people do different things with their hair to manage it. So I put gel in my hair when it's curly and always just throw it up. I never blow it dry. My blow dryer is sooo old and cheap. I have no idea what it is because Ive probably had it more than 20 years! (believe that! LOL) But one time I had a hairdresser use a completely silent blow dryer on my hair. If I ever replace mine, that is what Im getting... something that is silent!

something like this maybe Amazon.com: Centrix Q Zone Quiet 1500 Watt...

[KazzyK810]

FYI

I don't know what the how it is for the Centrix dryer that was listed in the above amazon link by celstu1....but for the T3, you have to buy it from an authorized dealer for the warranty to be in effect. Amazon is not an authorized dealer. They sell T3s with no serial number... Not sure if they are real or fake, but they are not covered by T3 warranty...so beware of where you buy.

[gidget529]

QVC is selling the T3s. I have been thinking of getting one but am wary if they are really worth the extra $.

[Nancy1999]

I wonder if it really pays to spend that much, is there really a difference? I like certain things, for example the ion dryers, I have thick hair and know they are faster. I also like the option of a shot of cold air, along with an easy to clean filter, so the motor doesn't overheat. My dryer has those things plus a retractable cord that’s kind of nice and it was less than 25 bucks. Infiniti by Conair 223x Cord Reel Tourmaline Ionic Hair Dryer - Walmart.com It also has the defuser, but I don’t use it, I blow dry to smooth, not add curl. So for those that use the 100 dollar dryers, how are they better? I mean if they would make my hair look good, I'd buy one!

[KazzyK810]

Originally Posted by gidget529

QVC is selling the T3s. I have been thinking of getting one but am wary if they are really worth the extra $.

I can't speak to other types of hair, but my hair is straight and (for the most part) the only styling I do is with a couple of round brushes and my blow dryer. So my arms are in the air during the whole drying time. I love that the T3 featherweight is only 13 oz...doesn't kill my arms. Also, love how I my hair is completely smooth, with no frizzies at all, when I'm done drying/styling it. For my hair, it's worth the money.

This is my second one and I've had it about 3 years. The other one is still going strong, but my son used it to dry paint on his jeep and it got black paint & silicone from his hands on it. So it's now in his tool box

[DvlshAngel985]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

I wonder if it really pays to spend that much, is there really a difference? I like certain things, for example the ion dryers, I have thick hair and know they are faster. I also like the option of a shot of cold air, along with an easy to clean filter, so the motor doesn't overheat. My dryer has those things plus a retractable cord that’s kind of nice and it was less than 25 bucks. Infiniti by Conair 223x Cord Reel Tourmaline Ionic Hair Dryer - Walmart.com It also has the defuser, but I don’t use it, I blow dry to smooth, not add curl. So for those that use the 100 dollar dryers, how are they better? I mean if they would make my hair look good, I'd buy one!

That's the one I just bought! Only mine is blue. I love it so far. Kaji's hair dries straighter and smoother. I've seen a difference in his hair more than I've seen one in my own hair. I haven't learned how to use the diffuser that comes with it. I've never used one before.

I did research this dryer before buying, and it's highly rated.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

That's the one I just bought! Only mine is blue. I love it so far. Kaji's hair dries straighter and smoother. I've seen a difference in his hair more than I've seen one in my own hair. I haven't learned how to use the diffuser that comes with it. I've never used one before.

I did research this dryer before buying, and it's highly rated.

Oh that's good to know, I didn't research it, and my last hair dryer really had no filter, just a metal grate that seemed to get clogged all the time. I hated cleaning it with a toothbrush, I felt like I was pushing more in than out. This filter snaps out and is easy to wash. I've had it for over a year and I'm very happy with it. Also the shot of cold can really “set” the hair. I have a few cowlicks that need to be tamed.

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Oh that's good to know, I didn't research it, and my last hair dryer really had no filter, just a metal grate that seemed to get clogged all the time. I hated cleaning it with a toothbrush, I felt like I was pushing more in than out. This filter snaps out and is easy to wash. I've had it for over a year and I'm very happy with it. Also the shot of cold can really “set” the hair. I have a few cowlicks that need to be tamed.

How old was your last dryer? I've seen them with cold shot buttons and easy clean filters for ages!