HAIR DRYERS & BLOW DRYERS
The full ghd professional hair dryer and blow dryer range is built for fast drying without unnecessary heat damage. There’s an option for all hair types, whether you have fine hair, thick hair or curly hair, and every model comes with a 2-year warranty. Prices for ghd hair dryers range from $179 for the travel model up to $645 for the flagship. Compare them below and find the right hair dryer for you.
Choosing the right ghd hair dryer for you
Two things will point you towards the right hair dryer: how much power your hair needs, and how much styling you want the dryer to handle for you.
ghd Speed is the most powerful ionic hair dryer in the range, using halo® dual-airflow technology to dry hair faster. It’s the one to choose if you want a quick salon blow dry at home ($645)
ghd Helios® professional hair dryer delivers professional-quality results with Aeroprecis® technology for precise styling control and powerful airflow. Lightweight and ergonomically balanced ($429).
The ghd Air® keeps things simpler. It covers the everyday basics, giving you fast drying and frizz control without extra modes to work through ($319).
Then there’s the ghd Flight+®, which is made for travel. It delivers 78% of the power of a full-size ghd hair dryer, but with a 47% more lightweight design ($179).
Prefer one tool instead of juggling a dryer and brush? ghd Duet Blowdry is a 2-in-1 hair dryer brush that takes hair from wet to blow-dried with no heat damage ($645).
ghd Duet Style does something slightly different, drying and straightening hair in one pass. You’ll find it with the hot air stylers rather than the dryers.
Still stuck between two models? Compare hair dryers lets you see the differences in power, weight and price side by side. Or take the Blow Dry Finder quiz to find the right hair dryer for your styling needs.
ghd hair dryer technology: ionic drying with no heat damage
ghd dryers use ionic technology to dry hair faster and reduce frizz and flyaways compared with naturally dried hair.
Negative ions move through the airflow and help the hair cuticle sit flatter as you dry hair. The result is a smoother finish with more shine and fewer flyaways than you tend to get from air drying. The heat and speed settings can then be adjusted to suit your hair. Keep both lower for fine or damaged hair; thick hair or curly hair can usually take more heat and airflow.
The ghd Speed gets its extra power from halo dual-airflow technology, designed to move a lot of air without giving up precise control. ghd Helios works differently. Its Aeroprecis technology concentrates the airflow, so the air goes where you actually aim the dryer.
Apply a heat protectant first, then use enough heat to get the job done without automatically reaching for the maximum setting. A quicker dry at a controlled temperature means less heat exposure overall.
Match a ghd hair dryer to your hair type
Every ghd dryer is built for all hair types and hair lengths, so this is the easiest match rather than the only one.
Fine hair or short hair: ghd Air. It’s lightweight, easy to use and gives you frizz control without more power than quicker-drying hair really needs.
Thick hair, long hair or hair prone to frizz: ghd Helios or ghd Speed. Both give you the extra power that makes a noticeable difference when there’s simply more hair to get through.
Volume with a built-in brush: ghd Duet Blowdry, for 3x more volume with no heat damage.
Curly or coily hair: ghd Helios with the diffuser attachment, which dries without disturbing your curl pattern.
Travelling: ghd Flight+.
For technique, our blow dry how-to guides take you through the styling step by step.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the difference between a hair dryer and a blow dryer?
There is no difference. They are two names for the same tool, and which one you use tends to come down to where you live. ghd's professional dryers cover both jobs: fast drying, with hair left smooth and shiny.
Which ghd hair dryer is best?
The best hair dryer depends on your hair type and styling needs. For speed, ghd Speed is the obvious pick. Helios makes more sense if you want extra precise control, while Air keeps things simple for everyday drying. Flight+ is built for travel. ghd Duet Blowdry is the outlier, as it dries and shapes your hair in the same tool. Compare hair dryers to see the models next to each other.
Can you use a hair dryer every day?
Yes, with the right settings and protection. Apply a heat protectant first and dry at a controlled temperature rather than the highest heat, then finish with the cool shot. Save the top heat setting for the occasional style rather than every wash.
Is a blow dryer bad for your hair?
Not if you use it properly. Excessive heat is the bigger concern, especially if you’re holding the dryer over the same area for too long. Use a heat protectant, keep the dryer moving and choose a temperature that suits your hair. ghd dryers are engineered for quick drying with no heat damage¹.
¹No thermal damage detected after 3 passes drying with a paddle brush and halo styling concentrator on maximum heat and fan settings vs naturally dried hair.
What is an ionic hair dryer, and why is it better?
An ionic hair dryer sends negative ions through the airflow while you dry. They help water break up more quickly and encourage the hair cuticle to sit flatter, which can mean less frizz and a smoother-looking finish. That difference is especially useful on frizzy hair, where flyaways tend to show up once the hair is dry.
What warranty comes with a ghd hair dryer?
ghd hair dryers come with a 2-year warranty. It’s worth registering your new dryer with MY ghd after you buy it, as your purchase details will already be there if you ever need to make a claim.
Can you straighten your hair with a blow dryer?
Yes. A round brush will help straighten hair as you dry it. Take one section at a time and pull the brush gently through from the roots, following it with the dryer. If you would rather do it in one step, the ghd Duet Style dries and straightens at the same time, and the ghd Duet Blowdry takes hair from wet to a smooth blow dry with the brush built in.
What is the best quiet hair dryer?
Noise varies by model, so the fastest way to find a quieter one is to look at the dryers together. Browse the range above, or use Compare hair dryers to check the models against each other before you buy.