It’s important to consider a number of features when looking for a suitable hair dryer for curly hair. The following comprise the most important of these features.

Key specs – Heating element: Ionic; Temperature settings: 4; Power: 1,600W; Speed settings: 3; Cable length: 2.7m; Cold shot button: Yes; Accessories: Concentrator, diffuser and smoothing nozzles; Weight: 690gThe magnetic concentrator and diffuser attachments fit on, and can be removed, without too much force; the magnets also mean the attachments stay put while drying instead of turning and moving. Other features of the Supersonic include flexible speed and heat settings, and thermal sensors to prevent the unit or attachments getting too hot. Key specs – Styling method: Hot air with ceramic-coated brush; Barrel size: N/A; Heat settings: 2; Cool blast: Yes; Cord length: 2m The best hair dryers for fine hair you can buy in 2023 1. Remington Keratin Protect Ionic Dryer: Best for a shiny finish on fine hair

Key specs – Heating element: Ceramic/ionic; Temperature settings: 3; Speed settings: 2; Cold shot button: Yes; Power: 2200W; Cable length: 2.5m; Weight: 665g; Accessories: 2 concentrator nozzles, diffuser attachment The verdict? "I definitely used less foundation and less concealer to achieve the coverage I wanted, but I also think it'd be great for those days when you want to go makeup free but you need a little 'something'. GHD’s Oracle is a ceramic-plated curler – and like the Airwrap, it’s a curler developed with hair health very much in mind. The Oracle heats up to GHD’s optimal styling temperature of 185ºC, using U-shaped ceramic plates surrounded by a “cool zone” to create curls as the hair is pulled through; the motion is similar to gliding a pair of scissors along a ribbon to curl it. By varying the angle and speed at which you use the tool, you can create a wide range of curl effects, from Hollywood ringlets to loose curls and mermaid waves.Key specs – Heating element: Ceramic/Tourmaline; Temperature settings: 2; Speed settings: 3; Cold shot button: Yes; Power: 1,600W; Cable length: 3.03m; Weight: 480g; Accessories: 2 concentrator nozzles, carry case Straightening brushes work best on dry hair. As you would when using a straightener, start at the top of the hair and glide the brush slowly down, pulling the hair taut as you go. No matter the style of brush you’re using, begin by spritzing the hair with heat protector spray to prevent damage, stopping your hair from snapping or splitting. Our favourite is GHD Heat Protect Spray, because the lightweight mist gives a no-product feel that doesn’t weigh down the hair. What features should I look out for? The BaByliss Hydro-Fusion 4-in-1 comes with two heat settings plus a cool shot to set your style once hair is dry. Like other products in the Hydro-Fusion range, the 4-in-1 dryer arrives in an attractive ice-blue colour that will look great on any dressing table. Whether you’re straightening with the paddle brush or going for plus-sized volume, this tool is fantastically easy to use – and hair looks and feels silky-soft and shiny after use. The Air comes with just one concentrator nozzle in the box, but the combination of nozzle and airflow does a great job smoothing the hair and keeping it frizz-free. If you prefer to use a diffuser, a separate GHD diffuser attachment is available to buy. It's basically a rotating hot brush. Now, once I turn it on, I can rotate it in either direction, so I can control the curl, and it's just going to give me a big bouncy blow dry."