How to choose the best professional hairdryer

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Our guide to choosing the best professional hairdryer

When choosing to purchase a new hairdryer the options can often seem overwhelming, the market is saturated with many brands and models all boasting bold claims with ever evolving technology. With many factors to consider, how do you ensure you’re selecting the right model to suit your needs?

There are several factors to consider when selecting the correct hairdryer that can really enhance both your experience as a stylist and the final result on the client. So, here’s our top tips on what to look out for next time you’re on the lookout for a new dryer…

Wattage

Wattage simply refers to the strength of the hairdryers motor, the higher the wattage the stronger the force of the wind the dryer produces. Therefore, a hairdryer with high wattage simply means the wind force is stronger, resulting in a much faster blow-drying time. This comes with many benefits, not only does a higher wattage result in much quicker blow-drying time it also means your clients hair is exposed to less heat. This helps to preserve colour and causes less stress and damage to the hair.

Ionic

When hair is wet the water has a positive charge, to combat this charge ionic hairdryers shoot negative ions to the hair which scatters the negative ions form the hair, effectively speeding up the blow drying process. When using an ionic dryer this can help to close the hair’s cuticle, remove excess moisture, and help prevent unwanted frizz.

Ergonomics and Weight

When you’re a busy stylist this usually goes hand-in-hand with performing many daily blow dries; when a big chunk of your day is spent holding a hairdryer you really have to consider the comfort of use. When your hairdryer has ergonomic features, this can be factors such as an easy-to-hold handle, compactness of the body, lightweight design and considerations such as placement of buttons. These factors can result in a more comfortable experience, resulting in less strain to your wrists and arms which can really take it's toll on your body overtime.

Cool Air

A cool air function is a great bonus to achieve the best finish on your blow dry. A shot of cold air at the end of a blow dry service helps to set the final style, as well as helping to seal the hairs cuticle leaving hair looking shiny all day long.

Noise

Often a factor that is overlooked but if you’re a busy stylist who likes to maintain communication with your clients and dislikes the deafening loud tone of some hairdryers which can dominate in the salon, then choosing a dryer with an ultra-silent motor helps to keep noise to a minimum making the drying experience more enjoyable for both you and your customers.

Taking all these factors into consideration, what hairdryers do we recommend?

At Aston & Fincher one of our top recommended brands for professional hairdryers is Valera.

Valera hairdryers are designed specifically for the needs of the professional market. With models featuring ergonomic, super lightweight design for ultimate comfort of use. Featuring ions generators, ultra-silent motors and cool air buttons their professional models tick many requirements for the demanding needs of a busy stylist.

Not only that, but Valera are also recognised as one of the world’s leading brand manufacturers of professional hairdryers, all their models are manufactured by hand in Switzerland and renown for their top reliability, durability and quality.

The best bit? For the 3rd year running Valera have won the ‘Best Professional Hairdryer Brand in Germany’. Beating off tough competition from the likes of Dyson, Babyliss and Parlux; Valera came out on top once again thanks to their top quality, functionality and warranty.