Ionic Hair Dryers
If you’re in the market for a new hair dryer, consider an ionic model. Ioni hair dryers’ technology helps dry hair faster and may even improve its condition and appearance when used as directed. Negative ions are particles with a negative charge that smooth the cuticle of each hair strand. Not only that, they also break down the size of water drops substantially, which reduces time spent drying. Because these microscopic sized droplets are absorbed by the hair they help add moisture and prevent the frizzy look.
There are all kinds of ionic hair dryers on the market today. High-end beauty stores like Sephora and Amazon offer products like the T3 Bespoke Labs Evolution Dryer which can be yours for a cool $300. Why so much? Well, the T3 features not only ionic technology but also the power of tourmaline. Tourmaline is a beautiful gemstone that is finely crushed and used to make hair dryers and styling irons because it increases the negative ion count. This dryer has a variety of settings and is stylish with a jewel adorned handle that is easy to hold onto.
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Another thing that makes this dryer so fabulous is the trademarked Flawless manufacturing technique. This dryer combines the maximum number of negative ions with far infrared technology to shorten drying time significantly while smoothing the hair. The SoftAire system manages the flow of air and heat for a cone of concentrated infrared ionic air that dries large sections of the hair at one time for fast results. This dryer is lightweight yet still has lots of power, and is ideal for women with long hair, damaged hair or those who just want to speed up drying and styling time.
If you cannot bring yourself to spend hundreds of dollars on ionic hair dryers, you should know that there are other brands who sell ionic dryers for a lot less. For example, the Conair Ion Shine Hair Dryer only costs around $30 or less depending on where you shop but also gives you faster drying and smoother hair. While it may not work quite as wonderfully as the $300 salon quality dryer or feel as luxurious in your hand it is still a top pick because it gets the job done well for a very affordable price. You can find ion dryers from other well known manufacturers as well, including Revlon and Remington.
Tourmaline Hair Dryers
You’ve probably seen tourmaline hair dryers being advertised in magazines, on television or stocked on store shelves. There is a lot of hype surrounding this type of dryers — but are the benefits for real?
First, let’s take a look at the tourmaline crystal in its natural form. Tourmaline gems are often used for jewelry and can be found in a dazzling array of colors including green and pink. When creating a hair dryer with tourmaline, the crystal is finely ground and incorporated into the heating element. The tourmaline works to produce a high number of negative ions.
Negative ions help smooth the hair and also speed drying time. Some manufacturers claim their tourmaline dryers are more than 50 percent faster than the conventional hair dryer. If you have long hair that takes a long time to dry, a tourmaline dryer is ideal for you. Women who blow dry their hair on a frequent basis can benefit from the gentle smoothing action of a tourmaline dryer. These dryers can be more expensive than traditional hair dryers, however it is worth it for many who want the best for their hair.
Even though salon brand dryers can cost in the hundreds, there are tourmaline infused dryers that won’t break the bank. Good Housekeeping recommends the Tourmaline Ionic 1875 Watt Dryer by Revlon. This dryer is only about $30 and was shown to perform just as good if not better than more expensive dryers. You can buy it online from a variety of stores or find it wherever Revlon hair styling equipments are sold. Most drugstores, discount department stores and some supermarkets carry heat styling tools by brands such as Revlon.
Another one of the best affordable tourmaline hair dryers is the T3 Tourmaline 83808 Professional Featherweight Ceramic Ionic Hair Dryer. This one costs a bit over $100 however it is salon quality and much cheaper than comparable dryers that cost as much as $300. If you’re hesitant about spending so much for a hair dryer, try a cheaper model like the previously mentioned Revlon dryer or a similarly priced one to see what tourmaline technology does for your hair before investing in a more expensive dryer. In addition to dryers you will also find curling irons and flat irons that feature tourmaline.