One of my favorite things about this hair dryer is the fact that you can switch between hot and cold air without having to manually hold down the Cold Shot button, as is the case with most other dryers. This spares you an aching finger and ensures that the air actually cools, and remains cool, for the length of time you need it to. You can also see, at a glance, which temperature setting you’re on. If you’re in Hot mode, a red LED light glows around the Hot button. If you’re in Cold mode, there’s a ring of Blue light around the Cool Shot button.

The prongs are also a generous length and can reach the scalp, while the surface of the diffuser is covered with a good amount of holes. It also features adjustable airflow, meaning you can adapt the amount of air that comes through the dryer to suit your styling needs and preference. What can you buy in 2023 to make blow drying curly hair more effective? A blow dryer and a round brush? A hot air styling brush? A premium diffuser? Now, you have a new option – the Bellissima Diffon DF1 5000 is a combination of an innovative hair dryer and a giant diffuser that provides you with a simple and neat drying method for people with curly hair. Will this new hair tool be a game-changer? Here’re the pros and cons that we found. Easy to hold and operate than regular dryers We're reluctant to use the phrase "cheap and cheerful", but this attachment from millennial pink Aussie haircare brand Mermade Hair does have the lowest price tag of all of the diffusers in our edit. It’s easy to clip on to the Mermade Dryer –which, it’s important to note, is the only tool that it's compatible with – plus it felt extremely secure once attached and stayed put throughout our blow drying session. Results-wise, it did its job of keeping frizz levels down and retaining curl definition.Unlike the more premium Shark and Dyson devices, the Air Wonder has a far more manageable 3m cord, and the included bag makes it super-easy to store away. With its diffuser, the Dyson Supersonic is many hairdressers' go-to for drying curly hair, including Jonny Eagland, senior stylist at John Frieda Salons, whose advice would be to go for it if your budget allows. “The airflow is so gentle and it has three different heat and speed settings, but it’s also super lightweight, so it won’t stress your shoulders when holding for a fair amount of time,” he says. If hair health is a huge priority for you and your curls, this could be just the thing when combined with hair repair products (our K18 review is an ideal treatment for fragile curls). Jonny Eagland is senior stylist at London salon Nicola Clarke at John Frieda, as well as an ambassador for haircare brand Virtue. For the price, I’d have preferred a more sleek, well-balanced design, while the gold coloring cheapens the dryer somewhat; nevertheless, the performance makes it easy to put these minor points to one side.

Collapsible diffusers: For all your travel needs, these diffusers do the same as your classic cup-type, but can collapse for easy storage. The Bellissima Ceramic Diffon is an innovative hot air diffuser designed for defined, tamed curls, providing hydration through the gentle heat of ceramic. It combines a diffuser and a hairdryer in one appliance, offering an anti-frizz and anti-dryness effect. It's lightweight and ergonomic design make it perfect for travel, ensuring comfort during use on the entire head. The built-in diffuser eliminates the risk of detachment, and the grill is specially designed to prevent hair from getting caught in the fan, ensuring safety and convenience. As a result, the Creativity 4 You dryer falls a little short for design – a selection of excellent features is let down by some poor choices elsewhere. Now that you're convinced that your dryer needs a diffuser to bring out the best in your curl pattern, the next question concerns what you actually need to look for in an attachment to make sure it’s right for both your hair and your dryer. I’ve been using the Bellissima Diffon diffuser for while now and it’s been a game changer. My curls are really defined and look great.If you know that your curls tends to become frizzy if you air dry your hair, or that it takes a very long time to dry naturally on its own, you'll most likely find that using a diffuser and a dryer on a low speed and low heat setting gets you much better results. Is it healthier to use a diffuser on hair? Without using a strong heat protectant, I didn’t see obvious heat damage on my hair and my curly hair still stayed in a good condition. It’s great for minimizing frizz, and my hair was not dried out, which often happens when I use a traditional hair dryer. Frankly, I really love this new Bellissima Diffon dryer when it comes to styling. Not flexible enough By and large, many of the best hair dryers for curly hair include diffusers, or at least the option to buy an attachment. “A diffuser is a brilliant tool to use for those looking to add definition to their curls, even out their curl pattern, and add volume," says top hairstylist and salon owner Charlotte Mensah. "Using one ensures that the air doesn't disrupt your curl pattern or cause breakage. Diffusers can be used on a variety of different hair textures and patterns. It’s just about finding the right accessory attachment and technique for you.”

The Dry Care System ensures delicate drying for bouncy, frizz-free curls, while the ergonomic design allows for optimal handling and easy use on your entire head. Overall, the Creativity 4 You is a high-performing hair dryer that offers a huge amount of versatility for all hair types and styles. It falls a little short in terms of design, and needs to be used with caution. However, even with these criticisms, I’d still opt to use this dryer over many others I’ve tried and tested. Creativity 4 You review: price and availability This smooth and sleek finish was amplified with the use of the concentrator nozzle and was even noticeable when I used the “Curly” diffuser to enhance my natural waves. The diffuser is large enough to hold large amounts of hair, but not too large that you lose precision. First thing to note about it is that it’s very light and compact. The Bellissima Diffon is an all-in-one diffuser and hair dryer, therefore there is no need to attach it to a hair dryer. It’s got an ergonomic design that makes it really easy to hold when drying your hair. This is so much better than holding a hairdryer and huge diffuser for ages, especially if you have a lot of hair. I welcomed that it dries the section of hair you’re working on without sending other sections flying in all directions. This is a particular problem for me with my fine hair when using rival dryers, and is a major cause of frizz and knots.Cup diffuser: A classic design, and the one you’ll find is the most common. It’s ideal for those with medium-to-long hair.