Question: What You Should Know When Purchasing a Hair Dryer

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Questions that mostly asked by users.

What is Ion Technology?
Ion technology is a stream of ions produced by the device which are blown onto the hair in the air stream. These ions seperate free water molecules into micro drops (Smaller drops) which are easier to dry which means less time that the hair is subject to heat. Also these microdrops are more easily absorbed by the hair producing more hydrated healthier hair. These negative ions also cancel out the harmful positive static charges created from brushing the hair.

What Are Ceramics in Hair Dryers?
the ceramics are to isolate the ionic generators and to group the ions at the tip where the air stream takes them to the hair

What Does Wattage Matter?
The wattage is the general guide to the power output of the hair dryer. Higher wattage means more power that produces more heat suitable for heavier thicker hair. The hotter the temperature of the airstream the faster the hair will dry but the more damage that can be caused without ionic protection.

Which of these are professional and what is the difference?
The professional dryers have the highest wattage for use in salons and fast drying. The best dryers are the highest wattage but also have a temperature control and/or coolshot

So which is the best dryer for me?
The best dryers are the ones with a combination of all the best features. Higher wattage but temperature control means that the dryer is suitable for all hair types. Ionic technology is also recommended to protect your hair during drying.

If you have thick hair then you will need a higher temperature dryer.

If you have thin hair you can make do with a lower wattage/temperature dryer.

If your hair is in poor condition then you should try ionics

Minnie's answer: on February 12, 2008

Big thanks! Didn't realized how much information there is to know about hair dryers. Learned a lot!

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Doodee's answer: on February 2, 2008

Thanks for sharing

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shane's answer: on December 10, 2007

This was extremely useful information . Thanks :]

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