It took a bit of a learning curve, but associate beauty director Sarah Kinonen also swears by this for her fine hair, too. "I tend to prefer waves made with a straightener because, for me, the process is easier, faster, and the finished look is more beachy than Shirley Temple bobblehead," she says. "The Corrale and I didn't vibe right off the bat—on a low temperature, my hair had a hard time holding a curl during my first attempt at S-waves. But with more practice, higher heat, and a bit of texturizing spray, the Corrale proved it has solid potential in creating my ideal beachy waves—with little damage to my fine hair."

Attachments: travel dock, magnetic charging cable, heat resistant travel pouch

A Time-Saving Wet-to-Dry Straightener: Dyson Airstrait Straightener

Why I love it: I can still hear the sizzle and smell the burnt hair from my high school days—frantically running a straightener over my damp hair before sprinting out the door. If only I had the Dyson Airstrait back then. This one skips hot plates entirely, unlike traditional straighteners that can cause damage and frizz. Instead, it uses unheated tension bars to hold hair in place while high-velocity air up to 285°F—blown at a precise angle—dries and straightens at the same time. “At heats this low, this tool is unlikely to cause damage to even wet hair,” cosmetic chemist Trefor Evans previously told Allure. And for quick touch-ups on dry hair, there’s a setting that goes up to 320°F. Every time I use it, I’m still low-key amazed—it’s like magic.

Shopping market Ang Trakoshis is also a fan: Off the bat, she was confident that the Airstrait would work for her long, wavy hair—and she was right. "I chose the highest heat setting in wet mode, went over each section four or five times, and in 30 minutes my hair was bone-dry," she says, noting that her blow-dry-and-straighten routine typically took an hour. "Even better, my hair looked like I’d gotten a fresh cut and blowout."

Attachments: non-slip heat mat

Dyson’s tools didn’t just make styling easier—they completely changed the game for my hair. Instead of fighting with limp curls, frizz, or endless touch-ups, I finally have tools that guarantee a great hair day every time I use them without the damage. Each one is designed with innovative details, from heat control that actually protects your hair to airflow technology that makes styling faster and more effective. Whether I want a bouncy blowout, sleek straight hair, or something in between, I know I’ll get the look I want. Take it from me: If you’re investing in your hair, these four Dyson tools are where to start.

Methodology

Our tester tried Dyson's extensive portfolio of hair tools, testing each product repeatedly over the course of several weeks to evaluate its ease of use, performance, and effectiveness. We noted how long it took to get the desired look and the longevity of the results. We also considered the products' prices and whether they would make a worthwhile hair-care investment.

How we test and review products

We always enlist a range of testers for any review, but hair-care products and tools are another story. While some can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and concerns, many are created with specific consumers and their needs in mind. When reviewing tools, we also take into account testers’ experience levels. For instance, an innovative new blow-dryer may feature industry-leading technology, but if the only people who find it intuitive to use are professional hairstylists, we have to consider this when determining whether it is worthy of a recommendation.