Q&A for How to Choose a Blow Dryer

Wattage determines how hot a dryer can get and the pressure of the airflow. Choosing a dryer that is at least 1800 watts will maximize speed and efficiency.

Ionic dryers are great for thick hair because they promote sleekness and dry the hair very quickly. The GHD Air dryer is one of my favorites.

Most hair dryers max out at about 140 degrees Fahrenheit. It's best for your hair to use a lower heat setting unless you have coarse strands.

Hair dryers can cause damage, especially if used incorrectly. But if you avoid high heat, use thermal protectant, and don't use a hair dryer every day, you can minimize the damage significantly.

In a salon, where they use their blowdryers all day long, you'll usually find dryers with 2200 watts. 2200 watts is typically much stronger than most people need at home. A 1500 watts hair dryer will usually be sufficient for home use.

Are you referring to a dryer made by the brand BaByliss? If so, I currently use the BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium hair dyer and it works great for all hair textures! It even came along with a diffuser and concentrator nozzle. It has a cool shot, low and high setting, and has lasted for two years so far.

Yes, a dryer that has 1000 watts can work for drying thin hair. Many travel-sized dryers are usually 1000 watts.

Consider getting a keratin treatment. This may be more cost-efficient than purchasing many different hair products. After a keratin treatment, you would be able to blow-dry your hair and go.

Some blow dryers have them. You might pay a little more this feature, though.