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May 19, 2023

The Best Hair Dryers For Curly Hair That Won’t Ruin Your Curls

When it comes to buying the best hair dryer for your hair type, it can be tough

When it comes to buying the best hair dryer for your hair type, it can be tough to hit the nail on the head for those blessed with curly hair. The wrong attachment can flatten your curls and if you're not careful enough it might just end up as a frizzy nest. To avoid it all going wrong, you'll want to invest in a hair dryer that's actually made with curly hair in mind.

UK searches for ‘how to look after curly hair’ jumped up to +200% on Google Trends, so it's no surprise major brands like Dyson and ghd are putting in the work to expand their hair products into curly-friendly options, with Dyson hairdryer dupes coming out the woodwork too. With a much bigger range of options for every budget available, we've put the best hairdryers for curly hair to the test, with options that actually work and choices that range from luxury budgets to affordable prices.

If you're looking for a quick fix (and aren't we all?), we've rounded up a shortlist of hairdryers, so you can quickly shop the best choice for you, without having to venture too far. Scroll down for a breakdown of why these products are the best, as well as other brands to browse.

Best overall hair dryer for curly hair: Dyson Supersonic™ hair dryer

Best ionic hair dryer for curly hair: ghd Air Kit (ghd Diffuser and Size 3 Ceramic Brush)

Best new hair dryer for curly hair: Shark STYLE iQ Ionic Hair Dryer & Styler HD110UK

Curly hair can be extremely temperamental if you don't know how to handle it. Frizz, knots and breakage can quickly become a concern if you're using the wrong product - and everybody knows that a bad hair day can be more traumatic than anything else. With many different curl patterns, no curl is truly the same and each type needs slightly different tailoring and attention.

Some features you'll want to look out for are low-speed and low-temperature settings - to avoid heat damage and to keep your curls under control. Remember that you want to dry your curls slowly and ease them into drying, rather than blasting them with hot air as this will flatten out your 'do.

Ready to add the best hair dryer for curly hair to your collection? Fret no more over those curly locks because we've sifted through all the best choices on the high street for you to get your hands on.

Arguably one of the best hairdryers on the market no matter your hair type, the Dyson Supersonic

Take it from us, ghd always gets it right. With the ghd Air kit, your curly hair will be in safe

Made in a similar fashion as the Dyson supersonic, the newest Shark STYLE iQ is one for those who

It seems at some point or another, we've all been the owner of a BaByliss hairdryer. The truth is,

If you already know that a diffuser is what you need to look after your curls, the Bellissima

Made to reduce split ends and minimise damage, this Panasonic Nanoe mineral hair dryer has double

Whilst finding a good hairdryer for curly hair is hard enough, finding a compact hair dryer for

When it comes to type three hair, it's hard to know exactly what curl pattern you follow, especially if you haven't already investigated it. knowing which exact curl type you are, though, will help you to make healthy and effective decisions on your hair products and hair tools - whether that's your shampoo or your hairdryer. Wondering where you stand with your curls? Here's a quick and handy guide on hair types to follow:

Type 1: Straight

Type 1 hair generally has no curl and is quite heavy and weighty, making the strand look straight in appearance. These can come in fine or thick hair; if this is you, you may want to check out hairdryers for every hair type, because diffusers and curly attachments won't come in handy.

Type 2: Wavy

Waves can be one of the tougher hairstyles to handle. Prone to frizz and bushes, the wavy hair can be tamed as much as you think it can't. With a defined S wave, these curls can be enhanced with texturising sprays and oils.

Type 3: Spiraled Corkscrews

Now is where we get into the important category: curls. Often described as corkscrews or springs, the curls can be a tough battle in hair. Within this type, there are three sub-categories: A, B and C. You'll find that A is more big and bouncy, with large curls at risk of frizz, whereas C is tight and coiled. No matter your curl, you'll want to take care with your hair products to smooth out curls and definitely invest in a diffuser.

Type 4: Coiled Curls

These curls really know what they're about, and there's definitely no getting away from this type of hair if you have it. To wear your hair with confidence, embrace the curl with tightly defined coils.

Many hairdryers come in the same packs with the same attachments, but if there's something to remember when you have curly hair, it's that you'll most likely need a diffuser to keep those curls tight and bouncy - if not, you may end up with a bunch of frizz instead.

Big hairdryer brushes like the Revlon OneStep aren't likely to help with curls, you want a blow dryer that's going to spread heat and air without straightening out your curls whilst they do it.

Look towards the Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer or ghd's Air Kit that allows diffuser attachments so you can switch in and out of different styling options easily. Don't want to invest in those bigger ticket hairdryers? You can also snap up universal diffuser heads that attach to any hairdryer.

Caitlin Casey is a Senior Beauty & Fashion Products Writer for heat, Closer, and Grazia. She covers shopping, women's lifestyle, popular culture as well as all things trending.