The Best Hair Dryer for Curly Hair

Curly hair is often the most susceptible to heat damage when over-styling, so finding the best hair dryer for curly hair is key to overall hair health! Doing so means you can create the perfect base before moving onto styling.

ghd prides itself on providing professional-quality haircare for everyone, no matter what hair type you have. Let's look at some of our best and most popular hair dryers for curly hair.

Challenges of Drying Curly Hair

When it comes to drying curly hair, there are plenty of potential challenges that you might face. For example, drying your curls incorrectly can lead to damage which can create frizz and excess breakage, as well as removing excess moisture from your hair. Curly hair tends to be coarser and, therefore, drier than other hair types, so adding too much heat to it can make it more brittle and difficult to style. Drying your hair with the wrong hair dryer might also increase the number of tangles you have to deal with, which can lead to breakage as you try to brush them out without disturbing your curl pattern.

It's not like air-drying is an option either... curls tend to dry much slower than straight hair as the pattern locks in moisture. No one wants to dread hair wash day, so let's explore some great hair dryers for curly hair.

Hair Types

Curly hair
Wavy hair
Straight hair
All hair lengths

Product Summary

ghd's helios® hair dryer has been created by our leading physicists, engineers, and styling professionals to give you ultimate control over your style every single day. Not only will you get to enjoy a salon-smooth finish after every wash, but the helios® provides 30% more shine thanks to its unique Aeroprecis® technology. This lets air travel through the nozzle at 120 kmph, creating one of the strongest dryers for a quick yet quiet performance. This dryer is perfect for curly hair as a result of its contoured nozzle, offering precise styling and three times better hair alignment. It's perfect, no matter what style you're trying to achieve!

Product Specs

Nozzle: Bespoke contoured nozzle for precise styling
Settings: Power and temperature controls for drying and styling
Cord length: 3m
Warranty: Two years

Reasons to buy

There are plenty of reasons to buy a ghd helios the power and temperature controls are just a few. These give you complete control over your look and let you dry, style, and set your hair in one. Another reason is the 120 kmph airflow, drying your hair in less time without causing frizz or heat damage. Finally, the Aeroprecis technology is perfect for intuitive styling, allowing you to have as much control as you need over your final look.

What Customers Say

Many customers really liked how smooth and shiny their hair was after the very first use of this dryer.
Some buyers were impressed with how powerful the hair dryer was instead of having to use excess heat and potentially damage their hair.
Users noted that they were recommended this dryer by their stylists and they weren't disappointed!
Some customers were happy that their flyaways appeared reduced, and frizz was almost non-existent after using this dryer regularly.

Hair Types

Curly hair
Wavy hair
Straight hair
All hair lengths

Product Summary

You've met the hair dryer, and you know all about straighteners - but get ready to meet in the middle for the most revolutionary product yet! The ghd duet style combines hair drying and styling technology making it perfect for curly hair which can become fragile when using too much heat on it at once. Not only does the ghd duet style prevent heat damage as much as possible with an optimal heat of 185 degrees, but it also uses 45% less energy! You'll be saving the planet and your hair's health at the same time, and who doesn't want that?

Product Specs

Plates: Smart floating plates and revolutionary air-drying chamber
Settings: 185 degrees and Air-Fusion technology
Cord length: 2.7m
Warranty: Two years

Reasons to buy

The ghd duet style comes with Air-Fusion technology, which uses an ultra-concentrated airflow and four smart low-temperature styling plates to dry and straighten hair simultaneously. This technology not only saves you time and prevents your hair from drying out, but it can also tame frizz and keep your hair gloriously shining all day long. If you need another reason to buy it, you'll also be saving money, as this is a 2-in-1 styling tool! The wins just keep coming with this one.

What Customers Say

Many customers noted how quickly they were able to style their hair with the help of their ghd duet style, making their morning routines much more enjoyable.
Some users reported that their hair felt noticeably healthier and softer after using this styler frequently for a few weeks.
Buyers really liked how quickly this styler straightened curly hair, as usually this would be a long-winded task!
Customers love that this styler can also be used as a straightener without air, giving it more than one use so they can use it even between hair wash days.

Hair Types

Curly hair
Wavy hair
Straight hair
All hair lengths

Product Summary

The ghd duet blowdry is our revolutionary 2-in-1 hair dryer brush designed to completely transform your haircare routine. With innovative Heat-Air Xchange Technology heating both the barrel's surface and snag-free bristles, you can enjoy a gorgeous voluminous style every day without the risk of heat damage! While it might sound too good to be true, the ghd duet blowdry comes equipped with sensors that monitor the temperature 400 times a second, keeping it at a consistent heat while preventing too-hot temperatures as much as possible.

Product Specs

Nozzle: Heat barrel plate and snag-free bristles
Settings: 120 degrees
Cord length: 2.7m
Warranty: Two years

Reasons to buy

The ghd duet blowdry makes it easier than ever to recreate salon-worthy blowouts, allowing you to feel salon-fresh whenever you like. This brush lets you enjoy long-lasting results with a smooth, frizz-free finish every time. Prepare for up to three times more volume and 50% more shine with significantly fewer fly-aways!

What Customers Say

Many buyers love the simplicity of this brush and how much volume it gives their hair after they get the hang of it.
Some buyers appreciated that they couldn't change the heat settings, so there wasn't a risk of overheating their hair and damaging it.
Users living in high-humidity climates were really impressed with how the ghd duet blowdry stopped their hair from getting frizzy throughout the day.
Some customers have noted that their hair has never looked so good.

Hair Types

Curly hair
Wavy hair
Straight hair
All hair lengths

Product Summary

The ghd air dryer has been designed to dry hair faster than ever before while still maintaining its natural health and shine. The ionic technology reduces frizz and leaves you with a salon-quality finish, while the 2100W motor cycles air through quickly to target more hair in a shorter amount of time. Find what works for you with the variable power and temperature settings, along with a cool shot to dry, style, and set your hair all in one. The patented air filter makes sure your hair is only treated to the best of the best, reducing frizz and fly-aways after every use.

Product Specs

Nozzle: Concentrator nozzle for precision styling
Settings: Varied power and temperature controls
Cord length: 3m
Warranty: Two years

Reasons to buy

The ghd air dryer has plenty of qualities that set it apart from the crowd, especially for curly hair. A fan-favourite is the professional-strength 2100W motor that can deliver a salon finish up to two times faster than a regular dryer! Despite the high-pressure airflow, the advanced ionic technology controls frizz like a pro so you can enjoy a long-lasting smooth blow dry all day and all night. The concentrator nozzle is also perfect for letting you control the airflow to style your hair exactly how you want it.

What Customers Say

Some buyers thought this hair dryer was excellent quality for an even better price.
Many customers were happy with how this dryer reduced frizz and left their hair feeling silky smooth.
Users appreciated how they could choose their own power and heat settings without having the risk of heat damage from too-hot air.
Some customers were super impressed with how quickly this dryer styled and set their hair, cutting their morning routine in half!

Hair Types

Curly hair
Wavy hair
Straight hair
All hair lengths

Product Summary

The ghd flight+ is the only travel hair dryer you'll ever need! Just because it's portable, doesn't mean it lacks on power! Flight+ has 78% of the power a hair dryer offers, fuelled by a DC motor that improves heat distribution for quicker drying results so you can enjoy more of your holiday rather than being stuck in your hotel room getting ready! This dryer uses advanced ionic technology to leave you with long-lasting salon-quality finishes every time, no matter what your hair type.

Product Specs

Nozzle: Precision nozzle to target more hair at once
Settings: Varied power and temperature controls
Cord length: 2.7m
Warranty: Two years

Reasons to buy

Say goodbye to bad blow dries forever with Flight+, the ultimate travel companion. This dryer is 49% lighter and 25% smaller than standard hair dryers, and it has a foldable handle that makes travelling with it a dream. Plus, it comes with a luxury carry case!

What Customers Say

Many buyers were very impressed with how compact this hair dryer was despite its high power and fast drying time.
Some customers found it reduced the amount of frizz they had to deal with every day, especially with their curls in high humidity!
Users thought it was the perfect size for travelling without being too small to effectively dry their hair.
Some buyers have noted that this dryer is worlds apart from hotel hair dryers, recommending it to anyone who likes to travel often!

Should You Always Use A Heat Protectant With A Hair Dryer?

Yes, heat protectant is incredibly important when using any heat on your hair. A high-quality protectant creates a thermal protective layer around each strand of hair to protect it from damage, which is vital for any hair type - but especially for curls!

Our ghd bodyguard is a great option that is lightweight enough to use every day. It uses protective polymers and conditioning agents to keep the hair looking its best after every wash and blow dry.

Alternatively, if you're choosing one of our 2-in-1 dryers and stylers, like the ghd duet style or ghd duet blowdry, we'd also recommend checking out ghd sleek talker. This oil offers up to 72 hours of soft and smooth styles, with 25% longer-lasting frizz control.

Final Thoughts

Drying curly hair can present several challenges, including unexpected breakage and dryness from overuse of high heat. However, the good news is that ghd has plenty of amazing dryers perfect for people with all hair types, including curls! Whether you want a 2-in-1 dryer or something that fits into your suitcase during your travels, we have something for everyone to leave you with salon-smooth, frizz-free hair day in and day out.