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Blown Away by Blow Dryers (cont'd)
Stylist tested, stylist approved! The latest in blow dryers, plus Facebook reviews.
Lauren Quick・Contributor
2 min to read
Stylist tested, stylist approved! Part two of latest in blow dryers, plus Facebook reviews.
Paul Mitchell
Neuro Dryer
Tourmaline ionic professional dryer features a SmartSense microchip that notifies when
to change the filter.
“This dryer leaves the hair incredibly shiny and dries quickly!”
Tracey Ftacek
Tracey Ftacek Design, Plainfield, Ill.
Hot Tools
Tourmaline Tools 2000
Features ion technology, which produces negative
ions through an internal component, maximizing the benefits of ionic airflow by injecting a high volume of
ions into the air stream, reducing drying time.
Sultra
Hottie
Lightweight, yet powerful dryer, features three temperature settings, two air speeds and a 1650-watt featherweight motor. Comes with a diffuser and air-concentrator nozzle.
Izunami
G6 Dryer
Combines the powerful AC motor with the use of less energy. The tourmaline-infused heater emits negative ions to protect hair while producing glossy, smooth results.
Theorie
Saga 3100
High performance and energy-efficient dryer features smart air output control technology to lock in moisture while drying hair quickly. Lightweight, ergonomic rubberized design adds additional comfort while styling.
Sexy Hair
Blow Dryer
Combines ionic, infrared and black titanium technology to decrease drying time and prevent mechanical damage. Features an “on” mode for thick, coarse hair types and an “off” mode for fine, thin hair.
TIGI
TIGI Pro Session Tools Dryer
A powerful ionizer produces
a stream of negative ions to speed drying time. Select between negative ions for high shine and
reduced drying time, and positive ions for texture
and volume. Features three temperature options and two speed settings.
Babyliss Pro
Italia Brava
Features a Ferrari-designed engine, nano titanium heat technology, six hit and speed settings and two snap-in concentrator nozzles.
“It’s the stylist version of a
leaf blower. Quick blowouts without compromising hair.” Victoria Marino
Salon Island Estates, Clearwater, Fla.
T3
Featherweight Luxe 2i
Specially engineered fan generates a high volume of ion-enriched air that exits the dryer in a wide cone shape at a soft, gentle speed that dries large sections quickly. The tourmaline infusion process uses gemstones in the internal tool components to ensure healthy-hair benefits.
Andis
Pro Dry+
Crushed tourmaline gemstones emit negative ions to break down water molecules fast and seal the cuticle, locking out frizz and locking in essential moisture, shine and silkiness.
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