Attachments, which really make a difference on various hair textures since they affect the airflow of a hair dryer. These are the two you'll most commonly find included with your hair dryer or sold separately: One of the easiest things to overlook when buying a hair dryer is how long the cable is. Some cheaper models come with relatively short cables, while pricier models often boast “salon-length” mains cables, which are as long as 4m. Dual voltage: You need around 220-240V to power your dryer at home, but this varies around the world, making dual voltage essential for frequent fliers. The voltage is usually printed somewhere on devices sold within the EU, so keep an eye out for ‘120/220-240V’, which means it’s dual voltage. You’ll need to switch it manually with a coin once you reach your destination. Timothy’s client Emma (pictured above), who has Type 3 curls, loves the diffuser attachment Timothy used. “I’d use a hair dryer like this at home,” she says. “There are four precise heat settings ranging from 100°C to 28°C. That, plus a good balance of air flow, helps to protect my hair from burning.” We did find the attachments well designed and useful, however. These include a diffuser, concentrator nozzle and brush-style head – the latter of which is ideal for blow drying hair straight and adding bounce. The dryer features ‘iQ Technology’ that aims to intelligently generate high-velocity heated and ionised air for fast drying with no heat damage, increasing smoothness and shine and reducing frizz and fly-aways.

The Nanoe also has an innovative alternating hot and cold mode, which blasts hot air along the hair shaft to flatten and style, followed automatically by cool air to seal the cuticle and set the style. A scalp mode gently dries the roots and scalp at 50˚C, and is particularly good for dry and sensitive scalps. The dryer is lightweight and has a foldable handle, making it neat to store at home and perfect for travel. Hair dryer nozzle, can also be called as a concentrator, is the most common attachment for hair dryers. Nozzles usually have a flat and thin tube-like look, and most of the hair dryer concentrators are made of plastic materials that are resistant to heat.Cool shot: If you struggle with frizziness or regularly visit hot and humid climates, look for a cool shot button. It helps set your style and seal cuticles, keeping moisture and humidity at bay and leaving hair shinier. A djustable heat and speed settings, which allow you to customize the level of heat and power the hair dryer emits according to your hair type and preferences.

It comes with a brilliant range of features, which include two speeds, three heat settings and a cool shot button. These give it enough control for controlled round-brush styling, as well as gentle diffusing. Pair this with the diffuser and concentrator nozzle that securely clip onto the front of the dryer, and you’ve got a relatively faultless dryer that is a great option for a wide range of hair types and textures. Wattage vs weight: Wattage refers to the power of your dryer and usually the higher it is, the heavier the hair dryer is. If you’ll mainly be using it to style, opt for a more lightweight model. And consider how often you’ll be carrying it around (in a gym bag, on a weekend trip etc.), while also bearing hand luggage weight restrictions in mind — every gram counts in a carry-on! Key specs – Heating element: Ionic; Temperature settings: 4; Power: 1,600W; Speed settings: 3; Cable length: 2.7m; Cold shot button: Yes; Accessories: Concentrator, diffuser and smoothing nozzles; Weight: 690gWith over five years’ experience in beauty and health journalism, Florence has written for ELLE, Women’s Fitness, Sister Magazine, National Geographic Traveller and many more, with a strong sustainability angle thread through much of her work. Comfortable to hold and fast drying with no extreme heat, the Dyson Supersonic is thoughtfully designed. Its clever tech measures air temperature 40 times a second to prevent heat damage and protect your hair’s shine. It was one of the quieter hair dryers we tried - measuring around 83 decibels on its highest setting - and gentle enough to use on children. We asked 60 testers with different hair types to review a range of travel hair dryers. They judged them on ease of use, weight, noise level and final finish. Diffusers are great for curly hair because they circulate air to the ends of hair while diffusing the airstream from the hair dryer to prevent frizz, which can help to define curls and even add volume. We know the hair dryer becomes very hot when it is working, if your hair gets too close to the dryer’s grate, your hair could be burnt. Using a concentrator nozzle can perfectly solve the problem. Hair Dryer Nozzle Types