Forget Everything You Know About Hair Dryers
Your old hair dryer was likely a simple heat cannon. The Supersonic is different. It relies on a powerful, high-velocity jet of air, not extreme heat, to do the work. Its main feature is intelligent heat control, which measures air temperature over 40
times per second to prevent the kind of heat damage that causes frizz and dullness. Using it like a traditional dryer—blasting it on high heat close to your hair—is the number one mistake. To get the 'Dyson result,' you have to embrace a new method focused on airflow and targeted styling, which means lower heat settings are often your best friend.
Rough Dry to 80% Before You Style
Jumping straight into styling with a round brush and soaking wet hair is a recipe for frustration and tired arms. Stylists agree the first step is to get most of the moisture out. Use the Supersonic on its own or with the Gentle Air Attachment on a medium speed and heat setting. The goal is to get your hair about 80% dry before you even think about picking up a brush or a specific styling nozzle. This pre-drying phase is what allows the powerful motor to do its job quickly and efficiently, drastically cutting down your overall styling time. For fine hair or sensitive scalps, the Gentle Air Attachment is perfect as it diffuses the airflow and lowers the temperature without slowing down the drying process.
Match the Magnetic Attachment to the Mission
Those magnetic nozzles aren't just for show; they're essential tools engineered for specific tasks. Using the wrong one is like using a screwdriver to hammer a nail. For a precise, sleek blowout, use the Styling Concentrator, which creates a focused blade of air that you direct down the hair shaft with a brush. For a faster, smoother dry without perfect sectioning, the standard Smoothing Nozzle provides a wider, gentler airflow. And for those with curls or waves, the Diffuser is non-negotiable. It disperses air evenly to enhance your natural curl pattern, add volume, and reduce frizz, simulating natural drying.
The Flyaway Attachment Is a Magic Eraser, Not a Dryer
Perhaps the most misunderstood tool is the curved Flyaway Attachment. It is a finishing tool, designed to be used only on completely dry, straight (or straightened) hair. It uses an aerodynamic phenomenon called the Coanda effect to attract longer hairs to the front while pushing shorter, flyaway strands out of sight. To use it correctly, select a high speed and low heat setting. Hold the attachment at the top of your head until your hair attracts to it, then slowly glide it down the length of your hair without pressing. It creates a smooth, glossy finish that mimics a professional blowout, hiding those pesky frizz halos in a single pass.
Master the Cold Shot Button
That little blue button isn't just for cooling down an overheating dryer; it's a critical styling tool. After you’ve styled a section of hair with heat (whether with a brush or the diffuser), pressing the cold shot button for a few seconds locks the style in place. Heat shapes the hair, but cool air sets it. This step is what gives your blowout longevity and shine. For every section you heat-style, give it a blast of cold air before moving on. It’s a small step that makes a huge difference in how long your smooth finish or bouncy curls will last throughout the day.
