As a beauty editor with long, thick, and wavy hair, I’ve become something of a Dyson connoisseur. I was among the first to get my hands on the Airstrait, and I’ve been an Airwrap lover for the past five years. Between testing the brand’s latest launches and figuring out which tools actually work for my hair type, I’m extremely tapped into the brand’s technology, what each styler does best, and how to work these high-tech gadgets into my everyday routine.
So when I heard Dyson was finally launching a one-step blow-dry brush for $250, specifically for wavy and curly hair types, I was immediately intrigued, since many other beloved hair tools cost upwards of $600 and can be limiting for different hair textures. I got a sneak peek of the Dyson Airsmooth a few months back, and I’ve been counting down the days until I could finally get my hands on one of my own. Now that it’s officially made its way into my bathroom, I put it to the test to see how the attachment-free device stacks up against the rest of the Dyson collection.
Plus, I broke down everything you need to know about the new blow-dry brush. The Airsmooth is designed to be your one-and-done tool for a sleek blowout. While it works on all hair types, it’s especially catered to people with waves, curls, and coils.
Unlike traditional blow-dry brushes with a round barrel, it features a teardrop-shaped design that grips the hair evenly, helps lift the roots, then smooths strands on the flat side. It also features anti-snag bristles to minimize pulling and breakage. Both tools are wet-to-dry stylers, but there are a few key differences to keep in mind.
The Airwrap comes with multiple attachments, including curling barrels, a dryer head, a round brush, and more. Meanwhile, the Airsmooth has just one brush head, which helps explain the price difference. The Airsmooth retails for $250, compared to $650 to $750 for the Airwrap.
Its brush head is similar to the Airwrap’s round brush attachment but features a few key differences, including a teardrop shape, PivotFlex bristles that flex to create controlled tension, and anti-snag bristles designed to minimize breakage. Like the Airwrap, the Airsmooth uses high-velocity airflow and intelligent heat control to help prevent extreme temperatures, reducing the risk of damage while you style. While I love the results of my Airwrap, I rarely have the time (or motivation) to style my hair and fiddle with multiple attachments before or after a long day.
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