Read this breakdown and review if you’ve been thinking of investing in a one step hair dryer and styler plus win one this month.
I’ve been meaning to write about hair dryers and stylers and hair straightening brushes for some time.
The opportunity to test this innovative hair product finally came up during quarantine.
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I tested my one step hairdryer and styler at the beginning of the quarantine period before switching over to my healthy hair care regimen.
If you’re wondering about using a hair dryer and styler or a straightening brush on natural hair, the next two articles will cover this in detail.
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A lot of people confuse hair dryers and stylers with hair straightening brushes but they do different things and achieve different results.
Differences Between a Hairdryer and Styler & a Hair Straightening Brush
A hair dryer and styler is a cross between a blow dryer and a flat iron while a hair straightening brush is a more efficient version of a flat iron.
You can use the hair dryer and styler while your hair is still damp. It will dry your hair the rest of the way as it gives it a straight look at the same time.
A hair straightening brush is best used on dry hair and can be used frequently.
It doesn’t have any heated air coming out of it like the hair dryer and styler.
I will be covering hairdryers and stylers in this article while I will cover the best hair straightening brushes in the next article.
Today, I will be breaking down:-
- The benefits of a one step hair dryer and styler
- My one step hair dryer and styler review
- The best one-step hair dryers and stylers for curly hair
There’s also a little giveaway nested at the end of this article. Don’t miss it!
What is the Best One Step Hair Dryer & Styler?
A one step hair dryer and styler is intended to dry and straighten the hair in less time than traditional appliances.
A one step hair dryer and styler is an easy way to achieve a blowout look without having to use a blow dryer with attachments.
Both can be a challenge to work with at the same time. I know I’m super clumsy while using them.
Benefits of a One Step Hair Dryer and Styler
1. Easy to Use
One of the reasons I hated blow drying my hair was the precariousness of holding the blow dryer and another device in my hand. I never quite got the moves right.
With a flat iron, I regularly burned my fingers or ears no matter how careful I was.
This nightmare is eliminated with a one step hair dryer and styler. The brush glides through effortlessly and you don’t need any additional hair tools.
2. Saves Time
Because you don’t have to use two devices at once, you can get the blow drying process done in less time.
The heat from the styler is also evenly distributed so you don’t have to run it through one section of hair too many times.
3. Equipped With Latest Technology
A hairdryer and styler is equipped with the latest technology – tourmaline/titanium/ceramic – gentler and protect the hair.
It also keeps frizz and flyaways under control ensuring smooth and shiny results.
4. Travel Sized
Most one-step hair dryer and stylers come in a handy size that won’t take up too much space in your luggage.
Great for styling on the go while traveling. Some of them come with travel pouches as well.
One Step Hair Dryer & Styler Review
The brand I tested out for this article was ordered online a few months ago while I was traveling. It’s a generic brand that worked well.
The day I used my hair dryer and styler, I’d just taken down twists and made sure to take the time to properly detangle my hair.
After detangling, I sectioned my hair then shampooed with diluted Castile soap.
I followed up with a deep conditioning session with Giovanni Smooth As Silk Deep Moisture Conditioner.
After rinsing out the deep conditioner, I wrapped a microfiber towel around my head then waited for about an hour until my hair was slightly damp.
I applied Kinky Curly Knot Today with a dash of heat-protectant oil. I pinned up my hair then started with a very small section of hair.
I finger detangled the small section of hair thoroughly then placed it within the brush bristles and ran through my hair.
It glided through easily but I ran it through one more time to properly dry and straighten.
The blow dryer I used had 3 heat settings – low, high, and cool. It also had a large paddle design, which helped my hair dry faster.
It took me about 2.5 hours to get through my whole head because I worked with very small sections and also took breaks.
The straightening brush handle has a lightweight ergonomic design, which made it easy to handle.
The results were straightish and smooth hair. I wasn’t going for bone straight because I threw my hair in twists the next day using my chebe powder twisting cream.
How much hair did I lose? There will always be a little breakage when using appliances on hair.
I lost very little hair and only when I got impatient with getting the brush through.
I know you want to see the pics but my phone misbehaved in the process and I couldn’t get them.
I’m planning to use the hair dryer and styler again in a few weeks so I can show you the results on type 3, type 4 hair.
I will update this article when I do. In the meantime, check out the typical results in the video below:-
One Step Hair Dryer & Styler Tips for Usage
Hair Should Be Detangled
Remember how many times I use the word detangled in this article? I can’t stress it enough.
Your hair should be detangled at all stages and detangle each section of hair before you run the hair dryer and styler through.
Use on Freshly Washed and Deep Conditioned Hair
I feel a hair dryer and styler will work much better on freshly washed and deep conditioned hair than dirty hair.
It also works better and faster on slightly damp hair than on completely wet hair.
Be Patient
Don’t force the brush through a snag. Switch off and toggle the snag with your fingers to release any knots or tangles before drying that section.
Use a Heat Protectant
You should apply a heat protectant before using a hair dryer and styler.
Even with the technology intended to protect your hair, you still need to use a heat protectant.
Work in Small Sections
The curlier and thicker your hair is, the smaller sections should be so you can keep hair loss to a minimum.
With these tips in mind, you should be able to get the best out of your hair with a good hairdryer and styler.
Which is the Best One Step Hair Dryer & Styler?
There are different types of hairdryers and stylers. However, the best for curly hair are the ones with a paddle brush.
The paddle brush blows air from the bristles behind the vents, which helps hair straighten out faster.
Other types of hairdryers and stylers have cylindrical brushes which are best for producing curls and waves.
They are also more likely to pull out more hair if you have type 3 – type 4 hair.
If you are looking for stick-thin straight hair, then a hair straightening brush is better than a hairdryer and styler.
I will be covering the best hair straightening brushes in the next article so be sure to sign up below so you can be notified when it goes live.
Below are my top recommendations for one-step hair dryers and stylers:-
Revlon One Step Hair Styler
- ONE-STEP: Revolutionary styling tool that puts the power of a dryer and precision of a styler in your hands.
- FAST: The large paddle design runs through your hair to detangle, dry, and smooth hair in up to half the time.
- IONIC TECHNOLOGY: Negative ions saturate the airflow. This helps condition, smooth and make hair shinier, while reducing frizz and static.
- LIGHTWEIGHT: 1100 watt of drying power. 2 heat/speed settings for styling flexibility with cool option. Professional 6ft swivel cord.
- PRECISION: Large paddle design and flexible pad dries and smooths hair quickly for added styling comfort.
The Revlon One-Step Hair Styler is one of the most popular stylers. It was also included in one of my previous giveaways.
It has flexible, detangling bristles and 1100 watts drying power. It is also equipped with ionic technology, 2 heat/speed settings, and a 6 ft swivel cord. Check reviews here.
Conair InfinitiPro Dry & Style Hot Air Paddle Brush
- Hot Air Paddle Brush Styler: Smooth and straighten hair with this 600-watt brush, featuring detangling nylon bristles for easier drying and heat activated silicone bristles for added shine, plus 2 heat and one cool setting for all hair types
- Anti Frizz Ionic Technology: Ion generator helps reduce frizz and enhance shine to condition and smooth hair; Perfect for styling or to refresh hair between shampoos
Conair is one of my favorite brands for hair tools so it was great to discover they also have a hairdryer and styler.
Their dryer and styler is a compact size equipped with heat-activated silicone bristles for more shine and advanced ionic technology.
It has 2 heat settings and a cool setting. It should be noted it’s only 600 watts.
That’s not a lot of power but might be perfect if you have damaged hair or thinning hair. Check reviews here.
Brionic Tourmaline/Ceramic/Ionic Hair Dryer
The Brionic Tourmaline/Ceramic/Ionic Hair Dryer is equipped with all the technology plus 1,2000 watts drying power to ensure the best results.
It’s also equipped with 2-speed settings and a cool setting as well as a 360-degree swivel cord. Check reviews here.
Lescolton One Step Hair Dryer & Styler
I like the round paddle design of the Lescolton One-Step Hair Dryer & Styler.
It’s quite large with softer bristles, which makes it ideal for finer hair types.
It has two-speed settings, a cool setting, and massaging ball tips plus 1,000 watts drying power. Check reviews here.
While a hair straightening brush is an easy styling option that saves you a lot of time, it’s still a heat appliance and should be used in moderation.
Have you tried a hairdryer and styler before? Share your experience in the comments section.
One Step Hairdryer & Styler Beauty Giveaway
Leave a relevant comment on this post or any other post on the website for a chance to win one of the gorgeous hair dryers and stylers recommended in this article.
The nested giveaway ends July 31. The winner will be announced in the first week of August.
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Winner – Tobi A. An email is on its with details on how to claim your prize. Congratulations!
Terms and Conditions
- No purchase necessary.
- The giveaway is open to everyone and will run till midnight EST, July 31.
- The winner will be selected via random.org.
- The winner will be announced within this post. There won’t be a separate post to announce the winner.
- If the prize is unclaimed for 20 days after the announcement, the prize will go to the next person in line on the draw.
- If Amazon or the merchant doesn’t ship to the winner’s country, Paypal cash equivalent to the value of the hairdryer and styler will be sent across instead.
- These rules are void where prohibited by law.
Abi is a curly hair expert, researcher, product tester, and author of the highly-rated Healthy Hair Care Series. She is also the founder of Ade Ori Hair Care, Healthy Natural Hair Products, and Natural Oils for Hair & Beauty. HNHP has strict editorial standards and ensures all the information on Healthy Natural Hair Products is the best for natural hair care. Learn more about our Editorial Policies
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I’ve never used either of these items. I never thought they were for African American 4c hair. Reading the article; it seems that it would most definitely make things easier and most importantly; save time.
It definitely would.
I’ve always wanted to give one of this a try. I would love to win this! Love your blog.
I have seen these around and wanted to try one but was not educated enough on them. This article was very informative. Thanks for sharing!
This would definitely safe me a lot of time with my hair. It is quite ingenious to have a two in one product.
Great article. I never thought there was a difference between hair straighteners and stylers before but makes sense. I joined the giveaway list too 🙂
Welcome 🙂
I’ve always wanted one of these. I would love to win this.
Is the giveaway open to every country? It doesn’t specify.
Yes, it is. If Amazon or the seller doesn’t ship to your country, you will receive the amount as Paypal cash :).
I would love to get my hands on one of these. I joined the giveaway list too 🙂