Quick answer: for everyday drying, a 2,000 to 2,200 W hair dryer with a concentrator nozzle and ionic function dries fast and leaves hair smooth, from $34. For sleek straight hair, choose a straightener with ceramic plates and adjustable temperature, from $28. If you want volume and a blow-dry look in one step, a hot air brush or multi-styler does both, from $49.
Hair dryer, straightener or hot air brush?
| Tool | Best for | Price at Hajjar Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Hair dryer | Fast drying, every hair type, styling with a brush | From $28 |
| Straightener | Sleek straight hair, taming frizz, quick touch-ups | From $28 |
| Hot air brush | Drying and volume in one step, a blow-dry look at home | From $49 |
| Curler or waver | Curls and waves | From $23 |
| Multi-styler | Drying, curling and smoothing with interchangeable heads | From $190 |
October 2026 prices.
Choosing a hair dryer
Power. 2,000 W and above dries long or thick hair quickly. 1,600 W or less suits short hair and travel.
Ionic function. Ions reduce static and frizz, so hair looks smoother and shinier. Worth having for thick, curly or frizz-prone hair.
AC or DC motor. AC motors are the salon type: stronger airflow and a longer life. DC motors are lighter and quieter, good for daily home use.
Nozzle and diffuser. A narrow concentrator nozzle is for a smooth blow-dry with a brush. A diffuser spreads the air to keep natural curls defined.
- Rowenta Express Style 1600 W: compact and light, from $28.
- Calor Studio Dry 2200 W and Braun 1800 W with styling nozzle: everyday family dryers, from $34.
- Revlon Style Twist 2000 W with diffuser: a good choice for curly hair.
- Braun 2200 W with ionic function: fast and smooth, from $45.
- Rowenta Professional AC 2200 W and Calor Signature Pro AC: salon-type AC motors.
- Dreame Pocket: a high-speed folding dryer that fits in a handbag.
See all hair dryers.
Choosing a straightener
Plates. Ceramic plates heat evenly and glide well. Ionic or IONTEC plates add a smoother, shinier finish.
Temperature. Fine or coloured hair needs a lower setting, thick or curly hair a higher one. Adjustable temperature protects your hair.
Plate width. Narrow plates (about 25 mm) are for short hair and for curling with the straightener. Wider plates are faster on long hair.
- Rowenta EasyLiss and Rowenta Express: entry straighteners, from $28.
- Revlon SmoothStay 25 mm: narrow coconut oil-infused plates.
- Braun Satin Hair 5: ceramic plates with three temperature settings, from $55.
- Rowenta Wet and Dry: works on damp hair, which saves time in the morning.
- Braun Satin Hair 7 with Color Saver and Braun SensoCare: for coloured or delicate hair.
See all straighteners.
Hot air brushes and multi-stylers
A hot air brush dries and styles at the same time, so you get a round-brush blow-dry without holding a dryer and a brush together.
- Revlon One-Step: the best-known volumiser brush, from $49.
- Braun Airstyler: an ionic air brush with styling attachments.
- Revlon One-Step Air Straight: dries and straightens in one pass.
- Dreame AirStyle Pro 5-in-1 and 7-in-1: high-speed multi-stylers for drying, curling and smoothing.
For curls and waves, see our curlers and styling tools.
Power and your generator subscription
Hair dryers draw a lot of current while they run. At 220 V, amps are roughly the wattage divided by 220.
| Power | Approximate draw |
|---|---|
| 1,600 W | about 7.3 A |
| 2,000 W | about 9 A |
| 2,200 W | about 10 A |
On a 5 A subscription, a full-power dryer will trip the breaker: use the low heat setting or wait for state electricity. Straighteners and curlers use far less, usually under 100 W, so they run on any subscription.
Protect your hair
- Use a heat protection spray before straightening or curling.
- Dry hair before straightening unless your straightener is made for wet and dry use.
- Start on a lower temperature and only go higher if you need to.
- Clean the dryer’s air filter every few weeks. A clogged filter makes it run hotter and slower.
Frequently asked questions
Which hair dryer is best for curly hair?
A dryer with a diffuser and an ionic function, used on medium heat. The Revlon Style Twist with diffuser is a good example.
Can I straighten my hair every day?
Yes, with a heat protection spray, a ceramic straightener and the lowest temperature that works for your hair.
Hot air brush or hair dryer?
A hot air brush is faster for a styled finish with volume. A hair dryer is more versatile and better for very long or thick hair.
Do your hair tools come with a warranty?
Yes. All products from Hajjar Shop come with a 1-year warranty, and our team in Zahle helps with after-sales service.
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