H&S Round Hair Brush Blow Dry Drying Boar Bristle 53mm Large Round Barrel Nano Technology Ceramic Ionic Hairbrush

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Like other products in Revamp’s Progloss range, this hot brush uses a combination of ionic technology and a ceramic barrel infused with keratin protein, argan and coconut oils to condition hair and create a bouncy, glossy finish. You can choose between two heat settings, and airflow can be independently set – so you can choose fast or slow air with either low or high heat for wet hair; and high heat with no air to straighten and style dry hair. Key specs – Material: Ceramic barrel; Barrel size: N/A; Bristle material: Ceramic; Heat settings: 2; Cool blast: Yes; Cord length: 3m; Auto switch-off: No

Though versatile, straighteners often struggle to create the bigger, bouncier waves that a hot brush can produce. That said, they're better for tight waves and curls, so the choice really depends on your desired style. The Rise heats to GHD’s recommended 185ºC in under 30 seconds, and leaves hair feeling silky and soft to the touch. Nylon bristles work easily and gently through the hair to smooth down flyaways and deliver a polished finish. As with all GHD products, there’s only one heat setting, which worked well on our mid-length curly hair. Instead of giving us sleek, dreamy waves and XXL volume at the roots, too often hair just ends up snarled up and knotted round the barrel – which isn't ideal when you're time-poor and crap at hair anyway. Twenty minutes spent coaxing your hair free? No. That sort of patience needs to be stored up and reserved for when we’re going to town with a hair tong or fashioning yourself a snazzy updo.As for lasting power. “Bristle brushes with metal in the middle tend to hold the heat, therefore they act like a hot roller, so the style will last longer,” adds Gorka. Here are five of the best round brushes for every style There’s no doubt that the Dyson Airwrap Complete is expensive; but ease of use, the variety of styles you can create, and the benefits to hair health make it a worthwhile investment for those who heat-style hair regularly.

The ELLE Lab team recruited 270 testers to help us find the best hot brushes on the market. They judged 31 tools on their comfort, ease of use, design, instructions and performance. The Double Shot Blow-Dryer Brush from Drybar comes highly recommended by hairstylist Gina Rivera. The stylist has deemed the Double Shot "great for reducing frizz, good for all hair types, and excellent for creating volume" — all despite the tool's slightly higher price point. There are a range of optional features and materials that will improve your hot-brushing experience. Keep an eye out for models that use ionic technology and ceramic materials, since these are gentler on the hair. Hot air brushes that can be used on wet or damp hair are great time-savers, since you can skip blow-drying and get straight to styling. Key details – Styling method: Hot air with ceramic-coated brush; Barrel size: 64mm; Heat settings: 5; Cool blast: Yes; Cord length: 2.7m The BaByliss Hydro-Fusion 4-in-1 comes with two heat settings plus a cool shot to set your style once hair is dry. Like other products in the Hydro-Fusion range, the 4-in-1 dryer arrives in an attractive ice-blue colour that will look great on any dressing table. Whether you’re straightening with the paddle brush or going for plus-sized volume, this tool is fantastically easy to use – and hair looks and feels silky-soft and shiny after use.

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This blow dryer is especially great for folks with short hair thanks to its small barrel size (1.5 inches).

Key specs – Material: Tourmaline-ceramic barrel; Barrel sizes: 30mm and 40mm; Bristle material: Nylon mix; Heat settings: 3; Cool blast: Yes; Cord length: 2.6m; Auto switch-off: NoKey details – Material: Ceramic; Barrel size: 32mm; Bristle material: Nylon; Heat settings: 1; Cool blast: N/A; Cord length: 2.7m; Auto switch-off: Yes (30 mins) Unsure which brush to choose? “The size of the brush makes all the difference,” says Gorka Arraras, Head of Creative at Charles Worthington Salons. Your hair length will determine what barrel size will work best for you. In general, a wide barrel will give tons of volume, but it might not work so well on shorter hair, while a smaller barrel will give more of a curl. Pros: This ultra-lightweight blow dryer brush comes complete with combination bristles, a cool setting, and powerful airflow. A sleek,shiny and voluminous salon blowout can be a great way to elevate your look; but, until recently, it hasn’t been easy to recreate that freshly styled look at home. Help is at hand, however, with one of the latest hot-brush styling tools.