Joining its lineup of the Supersonic dryer, Airwrap multi-styler and Corrale, the Airstrait is Dyson’s latest innovation. It was created to solve two challenges detailed as the most pressing by its customers: lack of time and straightening prowess. It follows suit in the collection with its use of the V9 motor, but straightens faster and sleeker. Dyson has been working on solving this over the last four-plus years and always with its signature MO to minimise and prevent damage.
So here’s the thing: there are no hot plates involved in this straightening product. It breaks away from any hot iron preconceptions, instead opting for high-velocity jets of air to create straight, natural styles. And here’s another thing, you can style from wet.
There are two modes; wet-to-dry and dry-to-dry as well as a range of temperatures that never exceed 150°C (the limit to prevent hair damage). This multitasking device is a must for those who typically will dry and then straighten their hair. It transforms two tools into one seamless and speedy process where the total time taken was around 10 minutes (granted, my hair is thin in nature so it may take longer on thicker hair).
The finish is bouncy and slightly unfinished rather than poker straight, giving that effortless look without eliminating texture and volume. It also requires less concentration. When you’re using a regular hair dryer, the hair tends to fly around but this propels the air in just one direction.
It does take some time to finesse – not a lot but will require a few uses before you get the hang of it. The handy LED screen guides you through when changing the modes and temperature with a cute design of a person with diagrams and arrows to show you exactly what it will do.