I tried Shark's latest hairdryer for two months — and it's the ultimate speed-drying companion
Shark's newest hairdryer combines ultrafast speeds with scalp care. Here's how it fared after two months of testing.
As a hair tool reviewer, the opportunity to review Shark's latest hairdryer, the Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex, was simply too tempting to pass up. The Pro Flex is a notable evolution of Shark's existing SpeedStyle line and arrives at a perfect time as more intelligent hairdryers enter the market to address concerns about scalp health, hair damage, and flyaways. After spending two months putting the Pro Flex to the test in my everyday hair styling routine, it's clear that the Pro Flex is the ultimate speed-drying companion.
The Pro Flex is designed to deliver powerful performance in a compact package, featuring a foldable design and a new Scalp Shield mode that helps protect the scalp and new hair growth from heat damage by regulating and measuring the temperature up to 1,000 times per second. The Pro Flex also comes with new attachments, including the QuickSmooth and Finishing tools, which are perfect for tackling stubborn flyaways and baby hairs. The diffuser attachment is particularly useful for those who follow a wavy hair routine.
In my test, I found that the Pro Flex significantly reduced drying times, typically taking around 15.21 minutes to dry my thick, wavy hair from completely wet to dry using the highest heat and air settings. This is a major improvement over traditional hair dryers, which can take anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour to dry hair of similar thickness and density.
Additionally, the Pro Flex's Scalp Shield mode helped keep my scalp healthy throughout the test period, although I didn't notice a significant difference in scalp health compared to my usual hairdryer usage.
The Pro Flex's Rapid Gloss Finishing tool, or flyaway attachment, is the standout feature for me. This cylindrical attachment uses Coanda airflow technology to smooth flyaway strands on both dry and straightened hair, resulting in instantaneous, polished hairstyles. I now use the attachment every time I style my hair, and it has become a game-changer in my hair styling routine.
Overall, the Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex is an impressive hairdryer that excels in speed, performance, and versatility. It's particularly well-suited for those with thick, wavy hair looking for a quick, efficient, and heat-protective styling solution. While it may not be an all-in-one styling kit like some of Shark's other offerings, the Pro Flex is a must-have for anyone seeking a fast, reliable, and effective hairdryer.
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