What's in the range
- Hair dryers: compact, high-velocity dryers that depend on fast airflow rather than intense heat. Some come alone, others as a system with styling attachments.
- Air stylers: a dryer and styler combined. Attachments use air to wrap, smooth or lift your hair, so drying and styling happen in one go.
- Multi-stylers: a single tool that straightens, waves and curls, typically pairing heated ceramic plates with airflow.
- Straighteners and hot brushes: drying straighteners that work in one pass, and heated brushes for a sleek, glossy finish.
- Facial and skincare devices: facial systems for use at home, hot-and-cold handheld tools, and masks that use LED light.
Making the choice
Begin with your hair
Think about your hair before the tool. Straight or fine hair dries quickly, so a basic dryer and nozzle will do. Curly, thick or long hair gets more from powerful airflow, a diffuser and a wider heat range. Some stylers come in a version for straight and wavy hair and another for curly and coily hair, each with different attachments, so check which one you're looking at.
One tool or a few?
If all you do is blow-dry, a dryer by itself keeps things simple. Add curling, smoothing or volume to the mix and a styler or dryer kit can stand in for two or three tools and frees up drawer space. Straighten most days? A straightener that also dries lets you skip the blow-dry.
Attachments
Attachments are usually what separates one version of a styler from another. Choose by the pieces you'll pick up: barrels, brushes, nozzle, diffuser. Extra pieces add cost, so don't pay for ones that will sit unused.
Heat and airflow
Separate controls for temperature and airflow help you get it right for your hair, a cold burst locks in the finish, and tools that monitor and regulate their own temperature deliver more even heat throughout.
Skincare devices
Be realistic about how often you'll use it: some take a few minutes every day, others a longer session once a week. Some rely on consumables such as serums or pads, so check what's supplied.
Before you order
- Check the box contents. Similar-looking versions can include different attachments, cases or refills, so read the contents list.
- Consider weight and cable. Light tools are kinder on your arms, and a long lead helps if the plug is far from the mirror.
- Mains or rechargeable? Hair tools plug in. Some skincare gadgets run on a battery, so look at how long each charge lasts.
- Read the maker's guidance. Manufacturers say who each skincare device suits and how frequently to use it. Unsure, or managing a skin condition? Speak to a pharmacist or GP before buying.
- Choose a colour. Many products come in several finishes with identical specifications.
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The brands we sell
Our hair and beauty products come from Shark, Dreame and Silk’n. Use the brand filter beside the products to compare them.
Buying hair and beauty products from KDH Electrical
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Hair & Beauty: your questions answered
Hair dryer or air styler?
A dryer simply dries. A styler adds attachments that use the airflow to curl, smooth or lift, so you finish your style with the same tool.
Which attachments should I get?
That depends on your hair and how you wear it. Nozzles give a sleek blow-dry, diffusers help curls, brushes lift and smooth, and barrels make waves. The product page lists what's included.
Can a drying straightener go on wet hair?
Combined dryer-straighteners are designed for towel-dried hair. Standard straighteners are for dry hair only. Always follow the maker's instructions.
Do air stylers work on curly hair?
Yes. Choose one with a diffuser and attachments designed for curly and coily hair. Where a styler comes in more than one version, each has a different set, so check the box contents.
Will a skincare device need refills?
Certain devices use consumables like serums or pads. Check the product page for what comes with it and what you'll buy later.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes, the full UK manufacturer's guarantee applies, so hold on to your order email in case you need it.