My Dyson Blow Dryer Review (Is it worth it + Pros & Cons)

Is the Dyson hair dryer worth the hype? The short answer: No. You should buy the T3 hair dryer instead, which I review in detail here. But if you want more details about the Dyson blow dryer, read on.

Before I give you a full review of the ever-so-famous Dyson Blow Dryer, let it be known that I had never purchased such an expensive hair tool in my life before this. I used my old hair dryer until it was on it’s very last leg, and honestly, it worked just fine. I didn’t have many complaints. But as the skincare and beauty junkie I am, I was very curious about the $400 Dyson hairdryer I kept seeing online.

So when my trusty old hair dryer finally kicked the bucket, I decided to go for it. I ordered my Dyson Hair dryer from Nordstrom because I knew if I hated it, they’d let me return it (best return policy ever).

Dyson has been around since 1993 making vacuums we know and love, but they didn’t start getting into hair tools until 2012. And since they are a market leader in the world of air-flow (yes, that is a thing), when they did start making hair tools, people freaked out. I was SO excited to see if the Dyson hair dryer was worth the hype. Let’s get into the review.

Dyson Blow Dryer Review

The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer makes some serious claims. It’s engineered to protect hair from extreme heat damage, with fast drying and controlled styling to help increase smoothness by 75%, increase shine by up to 132% and decrease frizz and flyaways by up to 61%.

It uses patented Air Multiplier technology, which produces a controlled, high-velocity jet of air for SUPER fast drying. It’s the same powerful feeling as the Dyson hand dryers in some restrooms.

This hair dryer measures airflow temperature over 40 times to prevent extreme heat damage and it’s engineered for all hair types.

I will say because the Dyson is so powerful, it takes some time to get used to. I like that the nozzle comes off, so this hair dryer doesn’t take up much space, which is great for packing. My only qualm is how bulky the cord is. If you have a vanity, I’d keep your Dyson plugged in and tucked away since pulling out the bulky cord each time is annoying.

So, if you want a hair dryer to dry your hair as fast as possible and/or if you struggle with heat damage and/or frizz, it’s a great option, but it’s not necessarily the best or only option.

The cord and power brick are annoying enough that I eventually bought the T3 Featherweight StyleMax Hair Dryer instead and like it a lot better, so that’s the one you should buy instead.

Dyson Blow Dryer Attachments

The Supersonic Hair Dryer has five magnetic attachments. Some sets come with them but not all (mine didn’t!). Since they’re magnetic, the attachments can spin 360 degrees, which is nice when you need to angle the attachment differently for different sides of your head.

1. Flyaway attachment

This attachment is for taming flyaways in one pass. If you struggle with frizz, this is for you. From the videos, this indeed does hide flyaways–it’s wild to watch.

2. Styling Concentrator

This is similar to a traditional hair dryer nozzle that allows you to dry your hair in sections with controlled airflow. This attachment is ideal for blowouts with a round brush.

3. Diffuser

This attachment disperses air evenly to simulate natural drying, helping to reduce frizz. The longer prongs allow you to style more hair with greater control – and reach deeper into the hair. If you have super curly hair, this will be great for you!

4. Gentle Air attachment

The gentle air attachment diffuses the air, creating a gentle, cooler airflow. If you have very fine, thin hair, you’ll like this attachment for extra control and to help prevent heat damage (this is the closest option to letting it air dry).

5. Wide-tooth Comb

Helps shape and lengthen curly and textured hair as it dries.

Features And Settings

• Intelligent heat control – Measures airflow temperature over 40 times per second (!!!) to prevent heat damage to your hair.
• Dyson digital motor V9 – Spins up to 110,000 rpm, propelling 13 liters of air up to the amplifier every second, which is how it’s such a powerful hair dryer.
• Air Multiplier™ technology amplifies the airflow to produce a controlled, high-velocity jet of air for fast drying.
• 3 precise speed settings – this gives you more control as you style.
• 4 precise heat settings – From 212 to 82 degrees.
• Cold shot option – this helps set your style!

Pros 

• Dries hair very quickly – this is the #1 reason I love it. I hate drying my hair, so anything to speed it up is a huge pro in my book.
• Less static – Many hair driers use negative ions to add moisture back into the hair, which reduces static, but Dyson learned that to retain the moisture in your hair that helps reduce that pesky static, you really need a hair dryer that stops over-drying your hair from the get-go.
• Less frizzy and less damaged – My hair does feel smoother when I use this dryer vs. when I use other hair dryers while traveling. I hate cheaper dryers so much that I finally got a travel blowdryer, so I can always have a good one with me (my T3 travel hair dryer is honestly incredible; I’d say it dries my hair about as 90% as fast as the Dyson).
• Slimmer profile makes it easier to store, since it takes up less space than hair dryers with a longer air barrel

Cons

• It’s very heavy.
• The cord is thick and hard to store.
• The power brick on the cord is super annoying and rams into my vanity, which I hate.
• It’s expensive.

Bottom line: Is the Dyson hair dryer worth it?

No. At first, I thought it was the best hair dryer ever but I much prefer my T3 hair dryer now, which I also reviewed.

How to Use the Dyson Blow Dryer

I always start with clean hair. I’ll also share the products I use every time I dry my hair since I do think they make a difference!

1. Wash

I use the Colleen Rothschild shampoo and conditioner daily. They don’t weigh my hair down, but they leave it super hydrated and smooth.

2. Scalp Serum

I use Divi Scalp Serum on my hair once it’s towel dried. I apply about 3/4 a dropper right at the roots. And I make sure to focus near the front where I have some postpartum hair loss. I’ve been using this for about 4 months and am blown away by the new hair growth I have (I lost so much hair after having Thomas and then getting sick with the big C-word twice).

3. Volume Foam

Next, I use the ELEVEN I Want Body Foam on wet hair. I love this because it gives me great lift and volume without any crunchy feeling. It also smells amazing. I use 2-3 pumps and apply it only at my roots.

4. Shine Serum

Before I blow dry, I apply a small amount of this Colleen Rothschild Shine Serum just to the bottom half of my hair. It helps nourish and protect my hair from the heat, while also making sure it stays smooth and shiny.

5. Blow Dry and Style

Now I use the Dyson. First, I give my wet hair a rough blow dry to knock the water out of it. This typically takes 2-3 minutes for my thick hair. I flip my head over and dry my hair upside down to add extra volume, and at this stage I use my fingers rather than a brush to run through my hair as I’m drying it.

When my hair is damp (not soaking wet), I section my hair off. Starting with the bottom layer, I use the styling concentrator nozzle and a round brush. Using the round brush underneath the layer, I point the Dyson straight downward onto the section over my brush while rolling the brush down my hair.  This takes some practice, but once you get the hang of it, you can style your hair easily at home without needing to hit the salon for blowouts.

I use this same technique until I get to the last layer, which is my bangs. For my bangs, I pull my hair with a brush to the opposite direction of how it lays, dry that way, and then flip my hair back over for more volume. Then I use my round brush and roll my hair on it towards the back of my head, drying the section above my forehead.

To hold my hair up while I work on each layer, I use these Alligator Clips.

6. Texture Spray and Shine Serum

After I’ve dried and styled my hair, I use this ELEVEN AUSTRALIA Dry Finish Texture Spray. I flip my head over and spray the roots, and then I’ll also spray the ends of my hair for a little extra texture and finish.

Then, I apply this Colleen Rothschild serum on my ends one more time for extra shine and to get rid of any frizz.

7. Finishing Spray

If I need my hair to last all day, I LOVE the Kenra Dry Oil Control Spray. It’s lightweight and gives great hold without making hair crunchy. It also smells amazing but isn’t so strong that it bothers me. I’m pretty sensitive to scents and I currently have two hairsprays in my drawer that I can’t use because of the smell (I need to just give them away!).

Like I mentioned above, I got my Dyson at Nordstrom, but you can also find it at these retailers:

• Dyson.com
• Sephora
• Blue Mercury

You can often find a refurbished one from Dyson.com. That’s how I got a great deal on my Dyson Airwrap – and you can read my review of that here.

I’ve been so happy with mine, and I hope this post helps you make an informed decision too!

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