The power of a hairdryer is understood as the speed with which hot air exits the device. It is generally accepted that the larger this indicator, the hair dryer is more effective. But do you always need a high-performance device for this purpose at home? And which of the models is still perfect for domestic use?
Answering these questions, first of all, you need to understand that this device is intended for drying hair. Therefore, choosing it according to one or another characteristic, including power, it is necessary to be guided by knowledge of the type of hair that it will be dried - in this case, you can choose the best hair dryer. And the right choice will be made not if the most powerful model is purchased, but then when this indicator is enough to dry a certain type, volume and length of curls.
How to choose a hair dryer for power?
Modern device for drying and styling hair
Hair Dryer Options
Currently, all existing hairdryer models can be divided into three main groups, namely:
- low-power, with an indicator of this value up to 1500 W;
- medium power, with an indicator of this value from 1500 to 2000 W;
- powerful, with an indicator of this value more than 2000W.
Low power hairdryers
Devices whose power does not exceed 1500 W, in most cases have very compact sizes, and they are also very often performed in a folding version. It is for these reasons that it is customary to consider this type of device as a road option. It can be easily and simply fit in a suitcase or travel bag, it will take up little space, and also practically will not increase the weight of the luggage.
Road option
The cost of such models is more than acceptable, so everyone can afford such a device. The energy consumption of such models is also minimal, therefore, from this point of view, they are a more financially profitable option. This very often alarms buyers who do not think about buying a “weak” device for continuous use. Although this is a misconception. This indicator is quite enough for daily drying of not voluminous and short haircuts. Therefore, if a person has just such a hairdo and he needs a device for constant use, then the option with the air flow in the hair dryer up to 1500 watts will be ideal for him. Also, people with very dry strands need to pay attention to such models. In this case, even if there is a desire to very quickly make the curls dry by increasing the flow rate of the hot stream, this will not be possible, and therefore it will not be possible to even dry out the hair that is deprived of moisture. But it should be borne in mind that if in the future the hairstyle grows, then using such a device will not be very convenient, since it will take too much time.
The power of the device up to 1500 W is enough for thin and dry hair
Medium Power Hair Dryers
A hair dryer power from 1500 to 2000 W is considered to be more suitable for domestic use, that is, for use at home for styling and drying. Their advantage is that if there is a switch for air supply intensity and temperature, a person can choose the optimal mode for the procedure. The disadvantage is a greater amount of electricity consumption even if the device is used at a minimum temperature and at the lowest air supply intensity.But in the event that a person has a short hairstyle, which is in the growing stage, it is necessary to purchase this option, since it will allow you to adjust the mode parameters over time, choosing the optimal one.
A home appliance that can range in power from 1,500 to 2,000 watts
Powerful Hair Dryers
Additional nozzles
A device for drying hair, the power of which is above 2000 watts in most cases is intended for professional use. And this is not only because the air flow in these models is strong, but also because such devices are most often made of materials with increased heat resistance, so that even for a long time they can work continuously without overheating. Very often they are equipped with a large number of various additional nozzles. The disadvantage of such models is the rather high cost and power consumption, which makes the use of these devices in everyday life financially not economical. But the fact that even very long thick curls can be dried very quickly with such a device most often covers any disadvantages of the device.
Professional hair dryer with a power of more than 2000 watts
Before using a powerful device for drying and styling, the question is at the highest intensity of air supply and high temperature, you must not forget about protective equipment. When constantly drying hair with a powerful hairdryer, it is necessary to use special thermal protective agents, as well as to avoid getting hot air on the skin surface. This will help not only not to get burned, but also to maintain the necessary moisture in the structure of the strands and scalp, which is one of the important factors of their beautiful and healthy appearance.
Before using a powerful hair dryer, you must use special protective equipment
Other characteristics
Choosing a good hair dryer, you need to pay attention not only to its power. Also, when choosing, other characteristics are important, the main of which include:
- the presence of an air velocity regulator;
- the presence of a temperature controller;
- the presence of an ionizer;
- heating element material.
Speed and air temperature switches
The air supply rate in household appliances can most often be set at a low, medium and high level by moving the toggle switch to the appropriate position. Professional models very often have not three, but six air supply speeds, which allows the use of equipment more individually for each client. The temperature in most devices can be changed from 70 to 120 degrees Celsius in the same way using a special switch. The maximum temperature is usually not used very often, only if necessary it will fit in qualitatively, using a device for drying hair instead of irons and ploes. Low temperature, as well as cold air function, used to let the strands cool after styling in the shape given to them and thereby the hairstyle retained its appearance longer. Therefore, most often when used, regardless of the professionalism of the device, it is used at average temperatures and power, which are most suitable for drying.
When choosing a device for this purpose, you should pay attention to the material from which the heating element is made, which may be in the form of an infrared lamp or a spiral. If you like a model with a spiral, then it is desirable that it has a ceramic coating, since in this case the heating of the air will be more uniform. Only a positive effect for hair will be in the case of an ionizer, the action of which will make them more docile and remove static electricity from them.
Thus, choosing a suitable device for drying hair by power, it is necessary to be guided by the structure and type of curls.So the owner of thin and weakened hair is also suitable for a low-power device, while a lady with a normal, but long hair, should purchase at least a device with a power of at least 1500-1600 watts. In the event that you need to constantly dry and stack long and thick curls, then choose a professional hair dryer that will help make this procedure easier and faster. In addition, such devices in most cases have various nozzles in the kit, and for example using a hairdryer with a diffuser will certainly provide the required volume, as well as reduce the negative effect of hot air, spreading it over a large treated area of hair.
Using a diffuser when drying hair
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