Electric currents

Continuous advancements in technology means there has never been more of an innovative selection of hair electricals available to professional stylists

1 GOING FOR GOLD

Diva Pro Styling has introduced its Gold Dust range, which combines mineral oil-infused ceramic with the heat conductivity of gold, for super-smooth styling and long-lasting shiny hair. The line of hair tools comes in new tinned packaging that is 100% recycled, reusable and plastic-free.

RRP: €176.97 divapro.co.uk

2 LIKE A PRO

The BaByliss PRO Italia BRAVA Hairdryer features a Ferraridesigned MaxLife PRO brushless engine and nano titanium heat technology. Along with 12 heat/speed settings and a cold shot button, it also come with two removable concentrator nozzles, in different sizes, for precision drying.

Trade: €91.80 thehairandbeautycompany.ie

3 HIGH-GRADE RESULTS

The Upgrade Steam hair straightener uses the power of steam to provide smooth results, even on the most frizzy and difficult hair.

The steam allows the water value in the hair to be preserved, while also promising resistant and long-lasting styling.

RRP: €166.95 flair.ie

4 LIGHT TOUCH

Now available in a rose gold colour, the Gama IQ weighs just 294gms, and reduces drying time by up to 20 minutes. The innovative, lightweight design promises to reduce tension in the stylist’s wrist, neck and shoulder. It also features auto-clean technology that rotates the turbine in reverse direction, to deep clean the filter.

RRP: from €290 kreativesalonsupplies.com

5 GO WITH THE FLOW

The Steampod 3.0 from L’Oréal Professionnel Paris delivers a continuous flow of highpressure steam to seal and smooth the hair for a long-lasting, high-shine finish, while helping to maintain a balanced moisture level for the hair fibre. It also features a 360° rotative cord, making it easier to create waves.

RRP:€270 hennessyhb.ie

6 QUIETLY INTELLIGENT

Kao Salon has launched Varis, a collection of styling tools created and inspired by global stylists. Included in the line is the Varis IQ, which is powered by an intelligent brushless motor that produces a vacuum effect that quietly multiplies air flow. The fully digital interface and temperature sensor ensure the flow of customised air and temperature settings, eliminating overheating to protect hair.

Trade: €179.45 kaosalondivision.com

7 MAKING WAVES

The Newave Medium promises to create perfectly wavy hair. Featuring ceramic tourmaline-coated titanium tubes and an ergonomic design that improves grip and ensures optimum styling control, it has a maximum temperature of 230° C. It also comes with an anti-slip, anti-scald soft touch rubberised finish.

RRP: €93.90 flair.ie

8 STYLE AND FLEX

Featuring flexing plates that shape to gather hair, the Dyson Corrale straightener promises to deliver enhanced styling with half the damage. The unique plates apply even heat and tension to the hair strands in every pass,keeping them aligned, and enabling the same desired styles to be achieved faster.

Trade: available on request dyson.ie

9 CLEAR VISION

The Visionary blow-dryer from Kulture74 features adjustable power settings for optimised styling, reducing static and frizz. Ergonomically designed to enhance comfortable handling, there are three heat and two speed settings. It also comes with two professional nozzles for precision styling, and a removable filter for cleaning.

RRP: €79.95 xpertprofessional.ie

10 SMART STYLER

ghd iD is a limited-edition collection of fresh lilac, bright blue and soft pink hair tools. It includes the ghd platinum+ styler, which features the brand’s ultra-zone technology that responds to the hair and controls heat more effectively.

RRP: €270.95 ghdhair.com