These Hair Dryers Will Smooth Your Frizzy Hair

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Frizz and I go way back. As someone with strands that aren’t quite straight, but not quite wavy, either, I know what it’s like to deal with frizzy hair. Humidity is my enemy, whether traveling or at home in NYC, and drying my hair wrong can make me look like I just got zapped by lightning. There are lots of reasons frizz might make an appearance: “It often occurs when the hair cuticle is lifted. This can be caused by aggressive towel drying, improper styling techniques for your hair texture, and overall imbalance of moisture,” says Sinead Donnelly, a colorist at Butterfly Studio Salon in New York City. And so one way you can minimize frizz, beyond using a top-tier hair serum and hydrating shampoo, is by investing in one of the best blow dryers for frizzy hair.

When shopping for a blow dryer for frizzy hair, one of the most important things to remember is that you should look for a classic blow dryer format, according to Butterfly Studio Salon hair stylist Cortney Crace. “Blow-drying brush combos are very trendy right now. It’s understandable, considering how easy to use these seem to be, but they are not ideal for combating frizz. I recommend a blow dryer with a tight nozzle paired with a round brush because this will always let you truly control the tension and heat direction,” she explains. And when you’ve landed on your perfect hair dryer, keep in mind to “avoid blow drying upwards, against the root. Stick to one direction, downward,” Crace adds.

But when there are so many classic hair dryers out there, picking one to buy can feel like digging through an oversized handbag for that one lip liner you’ve worked down to a nub—in other words, much harder than it should be. Luckily for you, we consulted with our two New York City hair experts and researched for you to find the 10 best blow dryers for frizzy hair. See below!

Supersonic™ Hair Dryer

What can we say? The classic Dyson hair dryer has our hearts. It’s beautiful, dries hair quicker than you think, and includes five different attachments—including one that targets flyaways and another that allows you to concentrate the air in one direction, preventing your strands from blowing every which way.

Wattage: 1,600 watts

Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “Whenever I’ve used a Dyson hair dryer or had one used on me, I’m amazed at how quickly my hair dries. I’m being so serious when I say that it cuts my drying time by half—and I swear it feels softer afterward, too.” —Carol Lee, ELLE.com associate beauty e-commerce writer

Pro Dryer 2000

Says Crace, “The Harry Josh Pro Dryer is another powerful dryer with a great nozzle size, but this one is more compact in overall size—perfect to travel with!” Cutting down on drying time is one way to reduce frizziness, and this dryer helps you accomplish just that.

Wattage: 1,875 watts

Dermstore rating: 4.5/5 stars

A Dermstore reviewer says: “I have fine, slightly wavy hair that will curl and frizz in humidity if I don’t dry it immediately and quickly, so I absolutely love the extra power of this Harry Josh blow dryer! It has cut my drying time down significantly and helps with my frizz. Maybe not as important, but I also just generally like the color and shape and think it looks nice on my vanity, which you can’t say about all blow dryers. The only con to me is that it is relatively heavy, enough so that I wouldn’t recommend it if you have arthritis or that is otherwise a concern for you.”

Twin Turbo 3200 324

The Twin Turbo 3200 is hands-down Crace’s favorite blow dryer for anyone, including those with frizzy hair. “You’ll likely see this dryer at any salon you visit because it’s a classic. This is a powerful tool with a thin nozzle. It’s good for all hair textures—you can’t go wrong,” she explains.

Wattage: 1900 watts

Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I have naturally curly, fine hair and have been blow drying it straight for 25 years plus. I have had a certain dryer (not made anymore) for 12 plus years. I keep trying new dryers, as I know it is going to go out sooner or later, but always return what I buy. They never have the balance between high heat and not causing frizz. THIS ONE is awesome; after first use, I did not even need my touch-up flat iron.”

10X® UltraLight Speed Dryer

“It’s lightweight while still being powerful enough to combat even the most frizzy hair. Its unique shape and weight makes it great to travel with,” Crace says. In fact, it weighs less than a single pound, making it much easier to maneuver while taming your tresses.

Wattage: 1,800 watts

Bio Ionic rating: 4.8/5 stars

A Bio Ionic reviewer says: “My hair is thick, coarse, and frizzy. This is the best hair dryer I have ever owned. 15 minutes max to blow dry my hair, which typically takes up to 30 minutes or more for other dryers.”

The Blow Dryer

This hairdryer was an ELLE Future of Beauty Award winner in 2023 thanks to its curl- and coil-focused design. Its ion generator is there to ensure that cuticles stay smooth, while the thoughtfully designed attachments dry and detangle hair with ease. Plus it just looks good.

Wattage: 1,875 watts

Sephora rating: 5/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “If I want an elongated twist-out or I am prepping my hair for a natural hair style, I like to use this blow dryer. The comb attachment is gentle on my hair, unlike others with more pointy tips. While Pattern may be for curly hair, this blow dryer works great on all hair types. It's light and easy to hold.” —Danielle James, digital beauty director

Featherweight StyleMax Professional Hair Dryer

Every time you use heat on your hair, it’s probably going to incur at least a little damage, leading to—you guessed it—more frizz. This hair dryer has the ability to automatically adjust the five heat and three speed settings to suit your hair’s needs, ultimately reducing the heat and length of time needed to dry your hair.

Wattage: 1,875 watts

Ulta rating: 4.5/5 stars

An Ulta reviewer says: “I love how lightweight the blow dryer is, and my blow-drys are faster and frizz-free.”

INFINITIPRO DigitalAIRE Hair Dryer

Conair’s DigitalAIRE Hair Dryer, which weighs only 1.2 pounds, features an ionic generator. It works by releasing negative ions that neutralize the positive ions in water, stopping them from causing your hair to frizz or become staticky. The dryer also has a seven-foot-long cord, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally yanking it out of the socket while doing your thing.

Wattage: 1,875 watts

Amazon rating: 3.9/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I had a professional hairdryer for about fifteen years. It was so heavy. Even the cord was thick and heavy. I needed to buy something new but hated to take a chance because most of the dryers are so expensive. I’m so glad I got this one because I love everything about this dryer! It’s lightweight. Where the buttons are placed is just right for a strong grip. I’ve never accidentally changed speeds or drying temp. And, the color is a beautiful icy blue. I love everything about it and highly recommend it!”

Professional 2100 Ionic Anti-Static Hair Dryer

Reviewers rave about how effective this hair dryer is and how long it lasts—and considering how budget-friendly it is, this feels like a steal. And in terms of frizz, it also incorporates ion technology, which you can switch on and off depending on if you need it that day.

Wattage: 1,875 watts

Amazon rating: 4.2/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I have really long, thick hair that can take a solid 30 minutes to dry with most hair dryers. After reading reviews for this product, I decided to buy it and I am very satisfied with the speed at which it dries my hair. I spend about 10 minutes on the highest setting after I take a shower, and my hair goes from dripping wet to almost completely dry. I’ve also noticed that my hair isn’t as fluffy after I blow dry it as it used to be with previous hair dryers. I definitely recommend this product. For the price, it’s worth it!”

Nano Titanium 2000-Watt Blow Dryer

This hair dryer is a triple threat against frizz: it has a concentrator nozzle for precise drying, an ion generator for fighting frizz, and six heat and speed options to customize the settings to your hair. Lightweight and quiet, it’s definitely a safer option.

Wattage: 2,000 watt

Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “My hair is long, thick, coarse, and has a lot of texture. It would take me an inordinate amount of time to blow it dry, and in the process, it would get bigger and bigger, I would become overheated, my arms would get fatigued from all the brushing and blowing—it was an ordeal. The Babyliss Nano Titanium blow dryer changed everything. It’s smaller and lighter than the other dryers I’ve had, but despite its diminutive size, it delivers. I’m able to dry my hair so much faster, it’s amazing, and something I didn’t think possible: not only does it take my hair from just-washed-wet to dry lightning fast, but the end result is smooth, sleek, and manageable.”

HyperAIR Ionic Hair Dryer

Starring a sleek ergonomic design and two state-of-the-art attachments, this hair dryer is as innovative as it is eye-catching. One of its coolest features is that you can either manually control the heat and airflow settings, or you can let the hair dryer’s sensors detect which attachment you’re using and adjust accordingly.

Wattage: 1,680 watts

Amazon rating: 4.2/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “My hair gets this beautiful shine after styling it with the attachment brush. Goodbye to the frizzy hair days! I totally recommend this product.”

Meet the Experts

Cortney Crace is a hair stylist at Butterfly Studio Salon in New York City.

Sinead Donnelly is a colorist at Butterfly Studio Salon in New York City.

Why Trust Elle Beauty

As a leading publisher of fashion, lifestyle, and beauty content, ELLE.com is committed to highlighting the best products in various categories by personally testing the latest and most innovative products, interviewing countless experts, and vetting customer-loved items. For this piece, beauty writer Carol Lee spoke with trusted hair experts about hair dryers for frizzy hair. She also searched the internet for top-rated hair dryers, perused reviews for dozens of popular options, and evaluated each on their features and customer reviews.

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