AERDRYER FULL
While it’s a little noisy for my liking at 83db on full blast, it’s pretty middle-of-the-road in terms of concentrated air dryers. It’s also impressively lightweight, so if your hair is thick like mine and you want to fully dry your hair, it’ll take a lot longer for the arm fatigue to kick in - and besides, it dried my hair in less than half the time of my regular hair dryer. My hair is typically wavy unless treated with nourishing products, but the SilkyAir actually saw my hair forming natural, carefree curls once dry, which I was absolutely delighted with - though it was less ideal when I actually wanted straight hair. It was easy for me to see the benefits of the hydrating blast. I even noticed it took longer to get greasy. Consistently over the 5 weeks I tested this dryer, my hair was soft, smooth and frizz-free.
AERDRYER PRO
The SilkyAir Pro performs tremendously on test, blasting out 76kph of air to rapidly dry your locks without dehydration, thanks to the water-ion technology. (Image credit: Future) SilkyAir Pro review: performance Silk’n has played it pretty safe with design, opting for a familiar form factor without some of the oddities and gimmicks other modern hairdryers are using to stand out, and focusing on user experience - something I personally can really appreciate. These tactile buttons are easy to navigate even when in use, and it’s impressive how much of a difference that can make when compared to dryers like the Laifen Swift. On the rear are the airflow and temperature controls, as well as an on/off/lock slider. On the front of the handle is the cool shot button, conveniently placed for easy access when drying. The only workaround here is unplugging the device after use - a bit of an annoyance, especially when I was rushing out to work. Otherwise, it will display the word ‘Off’ constantly, which isn’t energy efficient or necessary. On the rear are the filter and LED screen, which displays the heat and airflow settings when the device is turned on. Its barrel is much like other concentrated air hair dryers - relatively short, stout and rounded, with a magnetic ring around the front to magnetically attach its two accessories, the concentrator nozzle and diffuser. From the stylish light gold colorway to its LED screen, it feels luxurious and salon-ready - especially when you account for the 3-meter long cable, which gives you plenty of room to dry with.
The design of the SilkyAir Pro is definitely one of its standout features.
(Image credit: Future) SilkyAir Pro review: design In saying that, it performs incredibly well and has a lovely design, so you do get what you pay for if you’re less concerned about robustness.
I’m also a little concerned about the longevity of the dryer, as there’s no way to remove and clean the filter. While it’s certainly not the worst pricing I’ve seen on this kind of product, it’s a bold move for a flagship hair dryer to come in at such a high price without necessarily having the reputation to back it. It can be purchased directly from the Silk’n website.Īs well as two magnetic attachments (a concentrator and diffuser), the SilkyAir Pro comes with a storage bag and a heat protection mat - I’m not sure why you’d need the latter for a hair dryer, though. The SilkyAir Pro is currently only available in the UK for £250, although a representative confirmed it will release in the US in the future. Available in the UK, might come to the US.
SilkyAir Pro review: price and availability It’s only £80 less than the older Dyson Supersonic, and while I personally preferred the controls and design on the SilkyAir Pro, the performance isn’t quite as good, nor are the accessories. And while it’s fairly middle of the road when it comes to volume, I’d have liked something quieter at its price.Īs a first stab into the haircare market, it’s certainly high-performing and ambitious, I just felt like it didn’t quite warrant that hefty price tag when cheaper alternatives are available. The always-on screen is the most egregious, as it wastes electricity if you forget to unplug it. There are a couple of annoying aspects to the dryer.
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