Disappointed
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Iowa City, Iowa Fri May 22 2009
Love the idea of a drying hat to free up hands, but it only dried the top of my head, my shoulder length hair would not evenly dry. I was disappointed. Sturdy base and not overly loud, but it was not tall enough so I could sit at my vanity and apply makeup at the same time.
I sent it back and Folica quickly gave me a full refund, no hassles. Great experience with Folica, although I would not reccommend this product.
The verdict is still out
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SanSan
from Vancouver, Canada Wed Feb 25 2009
Just tried it this morning. I have long curly hair.
It dried my scalp area quickly and gently, loved that, but it doesn't seem to blow air down very far to dry the hair in the middle of my back.... Not sure if I'll keep it or not yet.
Excellent
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Dee
from Reston, Virginia Wed Jan 21 2009
I have fine African American hair lightly relaxed. I wanted stop using the flat irons all the time and start wet setting my hair. I decided to purchase this dryer at Xmas time as a present to myself.
I used Chi Serum, water, roller set my hair and less than 20 mins, it was soft, beautiful, silky and bouncey.
After going to the hairdressers and paying $$40.00 for a wash & set in my area, this dryer more than pays for itself. Normally it takes me 2-3 hours when I go to the hairdresser, now its just 20 min set, 20 mins dry vs. up to 3 hour wait.
I love it!
Great on African American Hair
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Very happy in Atlanta
Sat Jan 10 2009
I purchased this dryer 2 years ago and absolutely love it. I have long hair and it takes about 25 mins to dry. Using the ion feature while I dry my hair has added a natural shine. My only caution is that you may overdry your hair if you're not careful. I start with 5 minutes on high, then 10 minutes on medium and the balance on low. I have the ion dry feature on the majority of the time.
I love it too!!!
Reviewer:
sanura77
from Fredericksburg, Virginia Sat Dec 13 2008
I read the reviews before purchasing this dryer. I am an African American female and have long, thick hair. I like to style my hair in roller sets or "Doobies". It would take me almost 2 hours for my hair to dry. I got the product quickly, it was easy to set up, and with a little setting lotion and rollers, my hair dried in 1 hour. That is absolutely amazing. I haven't figured out what the "ion" function does, but it obviously helps. So glad I invested in this product. I'm an Absolute Believer!
AFRICAN AMERICAN HAIR
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A.W.
from Indianapolis,IN Tue Sep 16 2008
First...I got the product SUPER FAST!! Second...the dryer is the best. It was very easy to set up and it gets sooooo hot that it took less time than a hooded dryer. I am African American and have normal hair that was breaking. I used it for deep conditioning and regular drying. My hair has been growing ever since/bc I dont have to put heat for long periods of time on my hair!! Its works like the salon.
Im also short and it adjust to you...not you to the dryer!
Great product
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Debra
from Willilamsburg VA Tue Sep 02 2008
I recently purchased the Babyliss Thermal hood dryer and now can work out intensely and not worry about how much time it takes to dry my hair in the morning. My hair is soft and more shiney. I am black and have fairly thick hair (like Oprah's hair), but it is cut short. Drying time is approximately 15-20 minutes. I usually wrap my hair then spike it up after it's dried. If needed, I may use my ionic blow dryer just to dry the damp spots. Great product and highly recommended.
Great for roller sets!
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Sharon T.
from Ft. Lauderdale Tue Aug 05 2008
My husband and I both have long hair, past our shoulders, and we're always looking for easy & convenient ways to dry & style it. I've taken him to my stylist a few times for a shampoo and set, and he likes the results but is still not completely comfortable sitting in the salon under the dryer with his hair in rollers. I've also tried hot rollers, for both of us, but we both like the results better using the old-fashioned "wetset" method. He'll sleep in soft curlers occasionally but for every-day styling we needed something more convenient. So I finally swallowed hard and spent the money on the standing dryer. What a great decision!
I can now do his hair on Velcro rollers, at home, and pop him under the dryer for a half hour. We've set up a "mini-salon" in our spare bedroom and it's been a godsend for us both. (He's actually getting pretty good at putting my hair up in rollers -- ) I set my hair almost every day and I do him in rollers 2-3X week. Since he can work on his laptop, or read, while under the dryer he's patient enough to let his rollers dry. We both enjoy our "dryer time" and the Babyliss dryer is definitely professional quality. Highest recommendation from a couple in rollers in Fla.!
Best Money I Ever Spent!
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Tracy Lawrence
from Las Vegas, Nevada Sun May 11 2008
Having very long hair, it can take forever to get it totally dry. I purchased this and believe me when I tell you, you won't be disappointed. I get under it and usually watch tv or play on the computer. Before you know it, your hair is totally dry and you are ready to go. It also doesn't frizz out my hair, which saves me from having to pull out the flat iron. Though pricey, to me it was the best money I ever spent. Saves me time and aggravation.
Not for me
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Sherley
from West Orange, NJ Wed Apr 16 2008
Two weeks after purchasing and receiving this dryer, I had to return it. It didn't work for my hair type. I'm african-american with shoulder lenghth relaxed hair. It normally takes me 45-60 minutes to dry my hair after roller setting. With this dryer, an hour and half later, my hair was still quite wet. I went bacck for an aditional 15 minutes. Not a major difference. Finally, I had to finish drying with a blow dryer.
The week after, my daughter had a similar experience. It took the poor child 2 hours to dry her hair(Dryer was on high the whole time. By the time she was done, her hair looked lifeless, and dull. That's when I knew without a doubt to pay for the extra shipping cost and return it.
It's also extremely noisy and uncomfortable. There are plenty more dryers that are of superior quality than this one for the same or less money.
African-american women can pass on this one.
Babybliss hard hat drier
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Danielle Keiler
from Kadena AB, Japan Thu Mar 06 2008
I purchased this product and recieved it fast and it works great. Love it!!! Danielle K.
Love it!!
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Tina Stessl
from Hammond, IN Tue Feb 12 2008
As if the fast shipping wasn't a bonus enough -- the results are fabulous! I have thin, fine hair and what this dryer does to my roller-set 'do is incredible. I have beautiful body and curls the first day, then I can sleep on it and still have tons of body and waves on day 2. The body is still there on day 3! My hair ordinarily would fall flat in a couple of hours with a blow dryer and hot rollers. I always start out reading, and then zone out and enjoy the quiet time.
BaByliss Ionic Hard Hat Hair Dryer
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Nikki Voss
from Powder Springs, Georgia Tue Feb 12 2008
I absolutely LOVE my new BaByliss Ionic Hard Hat Hair Dryer. It dries my hair fast, and leaves it very shiny and healthy looking. It is easy to move from room to room, so I can even use it while I am on my computer. I would recommend this product!
TRUE STORY
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Customer
Wed Feb 06 2008
I PURCHASED THIS PRODUCT FOR MY WIFE. A HARD HAT HAIR DRYER. PRIOR TO THIS ONLINE PURCHASE. SHE DRAGGED ME EVERYWHERE, AND I MEAN EVERYWHERE. TARGET, WALMART, SALLYS BEAUTY SUPPLY, JCPENNY, SEARS AND SEVERAL MORE I CAN'T REMEMBER. THE ONE SHE WANTED NEEDED TO HAVE MORE THAN ONE TEMP SETTING. NO ONE HAD IT. MY WIFE IS A LITTLE LEARY ABOUT SHOPPING ONLINE. I TOLD HER I WOULD HANDLE IT FOR HER. I FOUND YOU GUYS AFTER GOOGLING AND IT JUST ALL WORKED OUT. MUCH BETTER PRICE THAN THE ONE TEMP SETTING WE SAW, BETTER QUAILTY AND GREAT SERVICE. MY WIFE IS EXTREMLY HAPPY WITH IT, AND I GOT TO WATCH THE SUPER BOWL IN PEACE, WHILE SHE DONE HER HAIR. TRUE STORY!
Over Dry Hair
Reviewer:
Tiffany
Sat Feb 02 2008
I like the BaByliss hairdryer but recommend using a deep conditioner before setting hair for drying as it is easy to over-dry hair.
Babyliss Thermal Ionic Hard Hat Dryer
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Christine
Wed Jan 16 2008
The Babyliss Hard Hat dryer is awesome! It's the type of at-home dryer I have been looking for, for years. Now I can receive close to the type of results I receive at a salon.
The NOISE!
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Mag
from Ohio Thu Jan 10 2008
First, it looks good - no problem here. I ordered the gray and black one. I have very thick hair but it dried my roller set hair in 30 min - evenly. I don't have any problems with the height, nor the size. What I did and do have problems with is the NOISE. How incredibly loud it is. It sounds like being in an airplane all the time but just much louder. Seriously, I would have liked to send this back just because of the noise -- however, I am not going to send it back because of the hassle with packing, the huge box etc. Other than the noise though, it dried my hair evenly -- I just hope my kids don't scream for help when I am under this hairdryer. I just won't be able to hear them. Although this hairdryer is a bit pricey, I would glad have paid more for one with less noise.
Great product-worth every cent!
Reviewer:
MM
from Pennsylvania Sat Nov 03 2007
I have really thick curly hair that takes hours to air dry. With this dryer I'm able to wash my hair in the morning (rather than at night) and dry most of it in about 15 minutes without frizzing it out! I sit under the dryer and and do my makeup (really efficient). I can now leave my house on a cold morning with my hair 70% dry. It's really unbelievable!
FABULOUS
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Silk Lawley
from Falcon Cove Wed Sep 12 2007
This is the best blow drier out there. Why? Let me explain...
Well, I have such frizzy curly long thick hair which takes forever to blow dry. It has always been such a pain to blow dry my hair all the time because it took me forever, AND my arm would be aching regardless of the blow dryer I used.
So I bought this babyliss hard hat dryer and crossed my fingers. Now, all I had to do to blow dry my hair was sit back, grab a magazine, and relax! Now, if only I could find a machine that would flat iron my hair...
very convient
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Dana Godsey
from San Diego Fri Sep 07 2007
i take it out and set it up, turn it on and do what i need to do with it, clean it up and then put it back it my closet when i am done. I am a self proclaimed platinum blonde and i like that this dryer gives me the freedom to do my own hair at my own house and don't have to pay hair dressers who screw up my hair. Also it is very good for deep conditioning treatments and for setting rollers hair dues for those crazy nights :P
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