Worth the Spend: The Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia
From hair straighteners and hair curlers to hair dryers and air stylers, these are the best hair tools in Australia worth your hard-earned cash, no matter your hair type.
Let's be honest: beauty products are one of those things we tend to buy on a whim. A new blush or moisturiser may catch our eye and suddenly, we've hit "add to cart" before we know it and we're anxiously waiting by the door for its arrival.
But hair styling tools are a little different.
If you're in the market for a new hair straightener, some new curling wands, a heat protecting hair dryer, blow dry brush or even a new travel-sized tool to take abroad, we've done the hard work for you and pulled together a list of the hair styling tools we genuinely believe are worth the investment. All that's left for you to do is have the greatest hair day of your life.
Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia: The Best Hair Straighteners in Australia
Bondi Boost Aloe Infused Flat Iron, $180
Want straight hair without the frizz? Bondi Boost's Aloe Infused Flat Iron is for you. Aloe powder has been blended into the plates, adding shine and frizz defense so you can achieve your silkiest and smoothest hair ever. Plus it works on all hair types (yes, even thick and wavy) so you can make it part of your daily styling routine.
Cloud Nine The Original Iron Pro Hair Straightener, $389
Confession: we've been Cloud Nine fans for as long as we can remember, and this new and improved version of the classic is as good as ever. With a pre-set temp and Axial Vibration technology to feed hair between plates with minimum friction, split ends and frizzy strands are a thing of the past.
ghd Platinum+ Hair Straightener, $415
ghd is known for having some of the hair styling tools on the market, and their Platinum+ Hair Straightener is no exception. This is the first hair straightener that not only straightens hair, but predicts what your hair needs and adjusts its heat across the plates accordingly! You're guaranteed a glossy, smooth finish with perfectly straight hair.
Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia: The Best Hair Dryers in Australia
Dyson Supersonic Nural Intelligent Hair Dryer, $749
There's no doubt Dyson's Supersonic Hair Dryer changed the haircare game....but the brand's latest take on the humble hair dryer takes healthy hair to a whole new level. The smart and automatic Nural sensor technology protects scalp health and prevents damage, all while enhancing hair's natural shine. For fast drying without heat damage, this will become your go-to.
Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss Finisher & High-Velocity Dryer, $299.99
When we say this tool made us fall in love with getting ready again, we're not lying. This high-velocity dryer creates a high-gloss, fuss-free finish - and takes hair from wet to dry in minutes. Plus the detachable and interchangeable stylers mean you can dry your hair to suit almost any style.
Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia: The Best Blow Dry Brush in Australia
ghd Duet Blowdry Hair Dryer Brush, $595
This two-in-one dryer brush is takes your hair from wet to 'Victoria's Secret super model' in a short amount of time. Unlike a regular blow dry brush, this one doesn't simple use the air to blow dry your hair. Instead, it uses Heat-Air Xchange Technology™, which converts energy from airflow to heat the barrel plate, drying the hair that way. It's the recipe to voluminous, damage-free hair that turns heads.
Shark SmoothStyle Heated Comb Straightener + Smoother, $149.99
Think you're not coordinated enough to use a blowout brush? Think again. This nifty little Shark number is on high rotation in our bathrooms because it gives hair a healthy, voluminous finish without the fuss. Our fave hair hack? Using the heated smoothing comb setting between washes to give locks an instant refresh.
Bondi Boost Blowout Brush Pro, $100
This BondiBoost beauty dries, styles and volumises in one simple step. Developed specifically for professional use, it has 1000 watts of drying power and 360-degree airflow vents for maximum coverage and faster drying. What does that mean? Your hair is styled faster than you can say "perfect blow-dry".
Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia: The Best Hair Curlers in Australia
ghd Curve Creative Curl Wand, $280
While some hair straighteners do a good job of curling too, sometimes, a curl-specific tool takes things to the next (super chic) level. This Creative Curl Wand from ghd perfect for creating beachy, natural-looking curls and deep waves. The result? Big, bouncy and curly hair. We love.
Silver Bullet Fastlane Titanium Curling Iron Rose Gold 32mm, $99.95
Curling tongs are a classic hair styling tool - and one of the best is from Silver Bullet. Their Fastlane TItanium Curling Iron has a titanium curling barrel which heats up extremely quickly, meaning you can get to styling your hair sooner rather than later. Plus, since it's a titanium barrel, your hair will maintain its gorgeous shine and moisture.
Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia: The Best Multi Stylers in Australia
Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler and Dryer, $849
There's a reason this tool is viral on TikTok. The most awarded multi-styler on the market, it dries, curls, shapes and smooths, all while preventing damaged hair, thanks to six attachments. While practice does make perfect when it comes to achieving your preferred look, the results are well worth the effort.
Bondi Boost Everlast Airstyler, $280
Looking for a less exxy version of the Dyson Airwrap? Bondi Boost's latest release, the Everlast Airstyler, is sure to be your new hair MVP. As per its name, the detachable heads are designed to create long-lasting, salon-level styles, while adding shine and reducing frizz and damage.
Shark Beauty FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System in Malibu Pink, $499.99
If you only have for one hair tool in your kit, make it this. This nifty gadget easily transforms from a no-heat-damage hair dryer to an ultra-versatile multi-styler in just one twist. If there's one heat tool you need in your arsenal, it's this one.
Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia: The Best Hair Waver Tools in Australia
Mermade Hair Pro Hair Waver, $108
It may look intimidating, but this Mermade Hair Pro Hair Waver is a super simple way to achieve those lush, mermaid-like waves. One of the most viral curling irons on the market, the easy-to-use clamp creates big and bouncy waves - and the swivelling cord means you won't get tangled while getting ready (IYKYK).
Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia: The Best Travel Hair Tools in Australia
ghd Mini Hair Straightener, $310
While we love a hair tool, sometimes they can take up a little too much precious luggage space when packing for a trip. Enter this Mini Hair Straightener from ghd, which has 40% slimmer plates that add 50% more shine.
It's also perfect for those with shorter hair, so your pixie cut, curtain fringe or lob can look its very best no matter where in the world you are.
Mermade Hair Mini USB-C Curling Tong, $69
Quick hair refresh at the desk, anyone? This USB-C Curling Tong is compact, versatile and convenient - and can create perfect curls wherever you are. Once charged, it lasts for up to 35 minutes, meaning doing your hair on the go has never been easier.
ghd Flight+ Travel Hair Dryer, $150
Don't trust those dodgy hotel hair dryers? Pack this small but mighty Travel Hair Dryer (with a foldable handle!) into your suitcase. With all the power of a full-sized hair dryer, yet lighter and smaller, it still gives you good hair days for your travels.
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