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Many of us will find a hair dryer we trust and stick with it for years, but it\u2019s important to know when it\u2019s time to switch it up. If your hair dryer is on the way out, it\u2019s not only going to be detrimental to your style: it could be downright unsafe.<\/p>

Here\u2019s a few indicators to look out for that will let you know when it\u2019s time to upgrade.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Your Hair Dryer Is Blowing Hot<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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If the air from your hair dryer is feeling super hot, something is awry! There are any reasons why this can happen, but the end result is you lose control over your styling, and potentially dry and damge your hair in the process. Even worse, in severe cases you can burn you skin and scalp. Not what you\u2019re looking for at all. The solution? Upgrade.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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A Burning Smell<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Hair dryers work by sucking air from the surrounding atmosphere, heating it and then jetting the hot air through the nozzle. Of course, this means it also sucks in the dirt and dust floating around in the air. There is a filter fitted to remove this, but like all filters, over time it can become clogged and dirty and unable to suck in enough clean air to run the hair dryer effectively. This can cause the hair dryer to overheat and you may even notice a burning smell \u2013 a sign that it’s time to replace your hair dryer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tMost hair dryers nowadays have an inbuilt safety switch that will automatically cut the power if the hair dryer starts to overheat. Older hair dryers might not have this safety feature. Either way, given that this is an electric device and prone to both overheating and occasional electric shocks when past their useful life, this is a feature you need. So whether yours is old and nver had one fitted or it\u2019s just broken, you need to replace it. \n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tOf course this guide is to help you replace your old hair dryer, but we should remind you that you do have a responsibility to dispose of the old one responsibly. Like many electronic devices, there are a lot of components and raw materials in your old hair dryer which can be repurposed and recycled. What\u2019s more, by recycling rather than binning your old hair dryer, you will keep potentially toxic metals out of landfill. \n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tTo find out where and how to do this, it\u2019s best to check with your local council first. Most Australian councils do now offer electronic waste disposal free of charge, so you could well get lucky. Another recycling route to consider is Sustainable Salons Australia, a service that collects and recycles waste products from hair salons across Australia. Give them a call to check, it may be possible to drop your old hair dryer in to be recycled.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What's Important When Buying A Hair Dryer?<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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When asked what they look for in a blow dryer, most consumers cited the following three things as the most important when choosing a hair drying styling tool:<\/p>

Lightweight and maneuverable. Weighty hair dryers can put strain on your wrist and hand which can lead to more than discomfort: if you use it regularly you run the risk of strains or even RSI type injuries. Have a hold of it in store before you buy if you can. Get a feel for how comfortable the hair dryer is and see if it’s well balanced.<\/p>

Ease of use. Seems obvious, but being able to quickly and easily change settings, heat, and add and remove the nozzle etc is the most important thing for most people make their choice. After all, you don\u2019t want to have to be consulting the manual very time you want a slightly new look!<\/p>

Comfortable hold. For most of us our hair dryer will be used if not every day, then often enough, and over time an uncomfortable grip will really start to grate. So choosing a hair dryer with ergonomics that fit your hand is important.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Ionic, Ceramic, Tourmaline \u2013 What Does It All Mean?<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Special features and the type of technology used are generally ranked low in importance by consumers, when it comes choosing a hair dryer. Despite this, the marketing for most hair dryers uses a lot of confusing technical terminology, whilst promising it is the key to delivering salon-perfect, natural and shiny results. But what do these terms mean, and do they actually make any difference? Here\u2019s a few of the more common terms explained:<\/p>

Ionic – Possibly the most confusing, Ionic technology claims to condition hair by using negatively charged ions. These are created by passing air over an electric current. It is claimed that this dry hair faster, retains moisture, and creates less static to reduce frizz. Ionic technology creates exponentially more negative ions than ceramic. <\/p>

Ceramic – Ceramic technology is widely marketed to those of us who suffer from frizz-prone hair. Ceramic is used to evenly distribute heat, protecting hair from heat damage whilst promoting natural shine.<\/p>

Tourmaline – A different approach to the ionic products but the same outcome. Tourmaline is used to generate negative ions (rather than an electric current), with the aim of speeding up drying while reducing static.<\/p>

We’ve found no conclusive evidence that these technologies improve hair dryer performance, but although it\u2019s hard to say for sure, most users indicate that these claims at least appear to be true.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What Are The Features To Look For In A Hair Dryer?<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Switches\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The position and design of the switch can be so important with hair dryers. As they are often placed on the handle, striking a balance between ease of use whilst avoiding accidental switching is key. They should be accessible, easy to operate and well-labelled. Sliding switches are set in the handle and can be hard to use if they’re stiff, but rocker switches require you to push the raised end down and can be accidentally activated. Make sure the switches on your choice are cleverly designed and positioned to avoid these issues..<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Multiple Heat Options And Airflow Settings\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tSome styles require variable heats and airflow, and sometimes you want to go for something a little different. So making sure you have the option to change this will give you more control. The highest settings are ideal to remove the moisture from your hair while the lower settings are best for styling.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Cool-shot Setting<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tThis issues a burst of cool air, which is supposed to be good for setting a style in place. Our research indicates that this is the most commonly used setting, so many people should look out for this feature.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Concentrator<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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This is a nozzle which narrows and concentrates the airflow where you want it. It’s designed for spot-drying and controlled styling and from our research is the most commonly used accessory<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Diffuser \/ Volumiser<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Other nozzle feature which used short fingers to dry curly hair, by spreading the airflow to prevent frizz. Diffusers with longer fingers \u2013 sometimes called volumisers \u2013 are designed to add volume to all types of hair<\/a> by directing heat to the roots. So if your looking for curl or volume, look out for a diffuser attachment.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Turbo (or Boost)<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tNo prizes for guessing this one! The turbo shot or boost feature increases airflow, which in turn dries your hair faster. Great for those rushed mornings! \n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Are There Any Safety Tips For Using My Hair Dryer?<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Yes! We all know that water droplets and electricity don\u2019t mix. Given that they are used around wet hair, no wonder then that hair dryers are one of the most common household items associated with electric shock. It’s vital that we use them safely to prevent injury to ourselves and others.<\/p>

• Make sure your hair dryer is in good working order – our guide above tells you what to look out for.<\/li>
• If the power cord is damaged, do not use it until it has been replaced by a professional.<\/li>
• If you can, avoid using your hair dryer in damp or wet areas, for example the bathroom.<\/li>
• And if you do get your hair dryer wet, turn it off and unplug it immediately. Do not use it until you’re confident it has dried out completely.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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  \nChoosing The Best Hairdryer For You<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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  OK so now we have covered the tech and safety, we can nearly start choosing a professional hair dryer! Excited? Just a few more things to think about before we do though.<\/p>

  To choose the right hair dryer, you need to think about what effect you want. Here are some key questions to ask yourself:<\/p>

  • What effect are you trying to achieve?<\/li>
  • What heat setting do you need?<\/li>
  • Does drying time matter?<\/li>
  • What\u2019s your budget price point?<\/li><\/ul>

    This should be easy enough for you as you\u2019ve had your hair for a while now. You might also want to consider what styles you might like to try, and factor this in, to make sure you buy a hair dryer which has the flexibility to allow you to experiment.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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