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To splurge this much on hairdryer?

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EmoIsntDead · 23/07/2024 18:07

I really need a new hairdryer and the Dyson is currently available in JL for £280. My hairdresser swears it has the best diffuser he’s ever used and I do have curly hair (although I never wear it curly because it goes so frizzy)

Is the Dyson really worth it? It’s just SO much money for a hairdryer, but I would use it almost every day so…?

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Newbie8918 · 05/08/2024 22:11

I have very long, hard to dry hair. I deliberated for ages and cracked and I love it.

I dry my hair everyday and I've had it 2 years, so on a cost per use basis, I'm on about 40p per use 🤣

I'd recommend for reduced drying time alone.

Luluco · 05/08/2024 22:04

Dyson is well worth the money. I’ve had loads of hairdryers over the years and this is by far the best. Barely need to use straighteners after it and I have really frizzy curly hair.

noosmummy12 · 05/08/2024 21:52

On another note- has anyone tried the 20 quid dupe??

Jack80 · 05/08/2024 21:29

Do it best decision you will ever make. Also look on the refurbishment part of the Dyson website they can be cheaper again, may not come in the original box.

Sararsam · 05/08/2024 21:27

Your Dyson will cut out if you do not use the gadget to clean the filter on the bottom end.

Bowies · 05/08/2024 21:09

I have one which was gifted and I do find it cuts drying time. If your hair is slow to dry and you can justify the expense it may be helpful. I appreciate it as a gift, but wouldn’t buy one myself.

My hairdresser uses a different diffuser although they have a Dyson hairdryer as well, so certainly wouldn’t get one specifically for the diffuser.

Dizzybet74 · 05/08/2024 21:00

I like mine but it wasn't a life changer tbh and I use the Gama diffuser in it as the standard one is very small.

Southern1964 · 05/08/2024 20:44

Had one for years, they’re an absolute game changer. I would never go back!

Literallywingingit · 05/08/2024 20:39

I have curly hair and it’s the best hairdryer and diffuser I’ve ever used definitely worth the money

LisaD76 · 05/08/2024 19:49

Before spending fortunes on a hairdryer you should look at the product you are using, I use a basic hairdryer and diffuser but it’s the product that keeps the curls nice

PeloMom · 05/08/2024 19:37

If your hair is below shoulder level- go for it. For me was life changing. I’ve been using mine for 7 years now and is the best!

BillyNoMates9 · 05/08/2024 19:35

I bought one about five years ago and it's still brilliant. I dont go to the salon often, the Dyson hairdryer saves me!

BobnLen · 05/08/2024 19:23

I have curly hair and find it better for that if I have to dry my hair

Leedsfan247 · 05/08/2024 19:07

Total waste of money marketing over quality every time with Dyson - seriously overrated

PerspicaciaTick · 05/08/2024 18:53

I couldn't justify a Dyson so I got a Laifen from their EU website and have been delighted. They do a kit with the diffuser and are currently 25% off.

BuggeryBumFlaps · 05/08/2024 18:44

My hairdresser said they are great if you’ve got thick hair that takes a long time to dry. My hair is long but fine and she said it probably wasn’t worth it for mine.

bunnybooboo79 · 05/08/2024 17:53

I've always been a parlux user and when my sister got a Dyson for Christmas I had to try it out, my hair was so tatty from it, like literally putting your hair in the vacuum hose, never again, does dry very quickly but leaves hair feeling in an awful condition

JoshLymanIsHotterThanSam · 05/08/2024 13:18

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Exactly this. He was vocal about keeping his production British until he decided to get very greedy and moved it all abroad.

His workforce in other countries are basically slave labour and forced to work in shitty conditions.

CantHoldMeDown · 05/08/2024 11:59

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semideponent · 05/08/2024 11:58

Mine broke just out of the guarantee period.

CantHoldMeDown · 05/08/2024 11:56

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ANiceCuppaTeaandBiscuit · 05/08/2024 11:55

It is SO worth it. Whenever I’m away and I have to use a different one I notice a big difference both in the time it takes to do my hair and how it turns out. If you can afford it, get it, you won’t regret it.

courtyardofhope · 05/08/2024 11:51

JoshLymanIsHotterThanSam · 23/07/2024 18:13

I LOVE my Dyson hairdryer despite the fact I have ethical issues with Mr Dyson himself 🙈.

I have super thick, super curly water loving hair and instead of taking 30 minutes to dry it’s now dry in less than 10.

Worth every penny.

What ethical issues do you have with James Dyson? I can't afford £300 on a hairdryer so it's a moot point but I am interested

TheKeatingFive · 05/08/2024 11:50

I spent €500 on the air wrap and it was worth every single penny. So I'd say go for it OP.

Not1Not2Butt3Holes · 05/08/2024 11:49

Have a look at the Bellissima Diffron Supreme. Pricey but nowhere as pricey as a Dyson. I have naturally curly hair and my curls with this little beauty are the best they've ever been. Lightweight as well which is a bonus.