Average Rating:
(4.48 out of 5)
Total Reviews: 87 Write a review about the BaByliss Thermal Ionic Hard Hat Dryer | |
First time Customer
Reviewer:
BrooklynBuyer
from Brooklyn, NY - USA Tue Oct 20 2009
This dryer was super simple to assemble, it's easily portable, quiet and fast. I have relaxed hair, that is fine, yet full. I used the ionic portion for my first use. I unfortunately cannot tell if it was the dryer that made my hair shiny, bouncy and light or the free sample argon oil I received and used in conjunction with the Moroccan shampoo, which I also used for the first time. I received the packages almost immediately after placing my order. I am very pleased with my purchase from Folica and will definitely be a return customer.
Buy it. It's worth it.
Reviewer:
Candice
from Cleveland, Ohio Mon Oct 19 2009
I just purchased this dyer on 10-2-09. I used it this past weekend and it was worth every penny. My hair is very thick and it dried my hair in no time.
So far so good:)/Getting the most out of this dryer
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Sarah
from Silver Spring, MD (USA) Fri Oct 02 2009
First of all I have to say that Folica's customer service is the best I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with. Whenever I called to ask questions I received prompt, knowledgeable and courteous information and their follow up was just as good. I initially decided to buy this dryer because of all the positive reviews I read. My previous hood dryer was on its last leg and it took forever to dry my hair. My second incentive was that it was on sale with free shipping so I paid about 116 and some change for it. I am a Haitian-American female with very dense & thick shoulder length hair. I use this dryer for deep conditioning and drying my hair. Overall I feel that this dryer does a good job of drying my hair in a minimal amount of time, usually around 45 minutes. I did find that if I choose to wrap my hair, when it was 3/4 of the way dry I had to take it down and part it down the middle to make sure that that section of my hair was dry. So now I mainly just comb it back, leave it down and dry it that way. FYI: for those individuals who have mentioned that this dryer took a long time to dry their hair-I would suggest making sure that the fan on the inside of the dryer is completely open. On the inside part of the dryer (where you place your head) near the from their is a silver knob that controls the opening and closing of the fan. The first time I used my dryer the fan wasn't open all the way and it took forever to dry. When I opened up the fan, my hair was completely dry in less then 45 mins. The fan is completely open then all the vents are clear. If some of the vents have silver thins in front of them, it's only partially open. Despite how great I think this dryer is I am giving it 4 stars because I feel that it doesn't come with good enough instructions regarding it's use. However, overall I am very satisfied with my purchase, comparable dryers are much more expensive and they don't come with Folica�s great customer service:)
CONFUSED?
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Konjzz Shawark
from Canada Tue Sep 01 2009
i bought this product, and its not turning on. ive been trying to turn it on for a week now, but no air comes out? i am planning on returning this product, do not reccomed it for anyone, especially with the 54dollar shipping cost!!
Works on ALL hair types if you roller set
Reviewer:
K D
Fri Aug 28 2009
I love, love, love this dryer. I have had it for two years now and use it to wet set my hair with rollers. I am African-American with hair an inch or so from my bra strap. Many of my non-African American friends have used it after I roller set their hair and it works fine (though the longer/thicker the person's hair, the longer they have to be under the drying). Note: I do not use this dryer when I want to wear my hair curly ... I air dry my hair for that.
Hope this review helps, this really is a fantastic dryer :-)
Great Product
Reviewer:
Mz. Williams
from Lawton, OK Wed Aug 05 2009
I am African American and this product worked great with my type of hair. I just used my hair dryer over the weekend. It left my hair feeling soft and bouncy. I just wrapped my hair, sat underneath the dryer, and it dried my hair completely from root to end. This product is great for maybe shorter hair types.
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
Reviewer:
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
Reviewer:
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
Reviewer:
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
Reviewer:
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
Reviewer:
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!
Reviewer:
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!
Reviewer:
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
Reviewer:
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
Reviewer:
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
Reviewer:
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!
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