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For professional results without breaking the bank.

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Byrdie / Ally Hirschlag; Caitlyn Martyn; Lauren Pardee

We love that it features ionic technology and even heat distribution to dry quickly and help smooth away frizz.

With a hot air brush, you’re free to achieve abouncy blowoutwith half the effort.

Plus, the results were noteworthy, especially in the frizz department.

BaByliss Nano Titanium Dryer

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It is worth mentioning, however, that this brush does not provide much volume at the roots.

To achieve some lift, we recommend using amousseat the roots prior to styling.

It features a boar-bristle brush to smooth and detangle the hair while simultaneously adding shine to each section.

Site Loop: Person’s hair before and after using BaByliss Nano Titanium Dryer

The result: A blowout thats voluminous and glossy.

We do warn, however, that this dryer runs very hot.

It was also easy to control."

Hot Tools 24K Gold One-Step Blowout and Volumizer

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A 2000-watt hair dryer, its equipped to handle thick hair because of its high-powered motor.

Rojas names this dryer as one of her favorites.

Designed with ceramic andtourmalinetechnology, this hair dryer mitigates frizz while ensuring shine in each strand.

Site Loop: Person’s Hair Before and After Using Hot Tools Professional 24k Gold One-Step

We love that it’s lightweight, easy to hold, and significantly sped up dry time.

No, seriouslyyou can actually brush and dry your hair simultaneously with this heated paddle brush.

Because this brush creates some tension, it can effortlessly stretch curly or coily hair.

Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer

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Oh, and it clocks in around $45, so its certainly a steal.

Also nice: Its lightweight, making it perfect for round brush styling.

Kayla, tester:“I loved the ratio of tech to the affordable price.

Best for Fine Hair - Revlon One

However, we recommend using a goodheat protectantbefore blow-drying or styling.

Why Trust Byrdie

Kayla Friedmanis a former intern at Byrdie.

She has tried countless hair dryers and styling tools to replicate her favorite salon blowout.

Rusk Super Freak

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Best Budget - Rusk Super Freak Ceramic and Tourmaline 2000 Watt Pro Hair Dryer

Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler

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Flower Beauty Ionic Pro Hair Dryer

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Site Loop: Person’s Hair Before and After Using Flower Beauty Ionic Professional Dryer