The science behind hair

Solving real hair problems with innovative engineering.

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The hair lifecycle

  • 7 Lifespan of a hair in years
  • 100 Up to 100 hair strands are lost each day
  • 150,000 There can be as many as 150,000 hairs on a human head

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Science, not guesswork

At Dyson, we want to know everything there is to know about hair. We're obsessed with the science behind hair and use it to engineer our technology. No guesswork, no gimmicks, just tried and tested science.

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What your hair type means for you

Understanding your hair type can help you learn how to define and take care of your hair – and choose the best technology for you. We can roughly categorise 'hair shape' into four main groups. Each is then split into three subtypes – A, B, C – to describe the intensity of the curl pattern, with ‘A’ being the looser shape.

  • Line drawing of type 1 hair

    Type 1 A, B, C

    Straight to wavy hair. Straighter hair has a round cross-sectional area. This hair type can require washing more regularly than other types of hair to avoid a build-up of oils.

  • Line drawing of type 2 hair

    Type 2 A, B, C

    Wavy to curly hair. Type 2 hair is often described as a wavy ’S’ shape with a round cross-sectional area, but is flatter than type 1 hair. This hair type also requires regular washing as oil can progress down the hair strand more easily.

  • Line drawing of type 3 hair

    Type 3 A, B, C

    Curly hair with tighter ringlets. Curly hair can suffer from dryness due to a lack of sebum across the hair shaft. It’s important not to use excessive heat when styling, and retaining as much natural oil as possible is crucial.

  • Line drawing of type 4 hair

    Type 4 A, B, C

    Curly to coily hair. Type 4 hair has a flatter, more ellipsoid shape to form tight coils. These can tangle more easily, and be fragile when exposed to excessive heat. Type 4 hair can also be washed less regularly.

Hair density vs hair thickness

Hair thickness can be made up of two factors – density and strand width. Density is the amount of strands you have, while width is the thickness of the strand.

If you're not sure what strand width your hair is, take a piece and rub between two fingers. If it feels like cotton, your hair is coarse. If you can barely feel it, your hair is fine.

Close up of hair strands growing from the scalp barrier

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Avoiding exposure to excessive heat

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    Maintaining scalp health

    Dyson’s Intelligent heat control helps protect the scalp barrier from excessive heat and maintain its moisture levels. Scalp protect mode in our latest hair dryer adds an extra layer of care for your scalp.

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    Retaining moisture

    Excessive heat can make hair more porous – meaning it can gain or lose water easily. The imbalance can weaken hair and reduce style retention.

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    Preventing breakage

    Overexposure to excessive temperatures can weaken the bonds in the hair. Losing strength and elasticity over time can make it more prone to breakage.

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    Maintaining shine

    Hair can look dull, if damaged, as a result of cuticles lifting and scattering light. But when hair is healthy and aligned, it reflects light evenly – appearing shiny.

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What is a healthy scalp?

A close animation of the scalp barrier

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The Dyson Solution

At Dyson we strive to create machines which avoid excessive heat. By precisely engineering technology for your hair type, we can create the great styles while avoiding damage.

Models using the Dyson hair care range to dry or style their hair
  • Dyson Supersonic™ Nural hair dryer

    The Dyson Supersonic Nural™ hair dryer delivers fast, intelligent drying with no heat damage. Scalp protect mode auto-adapts heat to care for your scalp.

  • Dyson Airstrait™ straightener

    Wet to dry straightening with air. No hot plates. No heat damage.¹ The Dyson Airstrait™ straightener straightens from wet to dry, simplifying your routine.

  • Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler and dryer

    Combining powerful airflow with Intelligent heat control, the Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler and dryer can create multiple styles using the Coanda effect, not excessive heat.

  • Dyson Corrale™ straightener

    The cord-free Dyson Corrale™ straightener features flexing manganese copper alloy plates, for enhanced styling. Designed for more control and reduced reliance on heat.

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Avoiding mechanical damage

Using abrasive, physical tools on your hair can roughen cuticles and cause strand friction. Dyson has invested £100m into global hair laboratories to create devices which are specifically designed to avoid breakage.

Model with type 1 hair brushing wet hair with the Dyson Paddle brush while drying with the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer
  • The Dyson Vented Barrel brush being used when drying the hair with the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer

    Specifically engineered accessories

    Improve your hair styling routine or keep your machine protected with our range of accessories. Thoroughly researched, each accessory has been prototyped numerous times until we’re completely satisfied with the performance and endurance.

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    Research-led attachments

    Engineered to upgrade and enhance your styling routine, create versatile styles and finish your look while avoiding excessive heat. Created with your hair health in mind, they have been designed to be comfortable to use on your hair and scalp.

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Choose your model

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  • Fast drying. No heat damage.
  • Engineered to care for hair and scalp.
  • Four attachments. Including the new Flyaway smoother.​
  • With this model

  • Blue Blush Presentation case

    Protects and neatly stores your Dyson Supersonic™ hair dryer.

  • With all models

  • Flyaway smoother

    Smooth and hide flyaways using the coanda effect.

  • Styling concentrator

    Style your hair one section at a time with precise, controlled airflow.

  • Smoothing nozzle

    Dry and style your hair at the same time with gentle, low-velocity airflow.

  • Gentle air attachment

    Diffuses the air, creating a gentle, cooler air flow.

Blue Blush - Selected colour Prussian blue/Rich copper
Comes with Dyson-designed Blue Blush presentation case.
Up to 6 months 0% interest instalment at ₱4,988/month
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  • Wet to dry straightening, with air. No hot plates. No heat damage.
  • Straightens from wet to dry, simplifying your routine. Reduces time spent by 25%.
  • For a natural straight shiny finish.
  • Non-slip heat mat

    For safe placement during and after styling.

Bright nickel/Rich copper - Selected colour Prussian blue/Rich copper
6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱5,650/month
₱33,900
Gift edition
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  • Special edition colourway.
  • Auto-adapts to help protect scalp health and enhance natural shine.1
  • Fast, intelligent drying. No heat damage.
  • Intelligent attachments for all hair types.
  • Gentle air attachment

    Fast yet gentle for comfortable up-close drying and styling.

  • Styling concentrator

    Re-engineered with a wider, thinner blade of air for precision styling.

  • Smoothing nozzle

    Helps remove unwanted frizz and create a smooth, natural finish.

  • Diffuser

    To help enhance natural waves, curls, and coils.

  • Flyaway smoother

    Style and finish with Coanda airflow. Two modes in one.

6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱5,483/month
₱32,900
Gift edition
  • Wet to dry straightening, with air. No hot plates. No heat damage.
  • Straightens from wet to dry, simplifying your routine. Reduces time spent by 25%.
  • For a natural straight shiny finish.
  • Special edition colourway comes with Dyson-designed presentation case.
  • Heat resistant mat

    For safe placement during and after styling.

  • Presentation case

    Protects and neatly stores your Dyson Airstraight™ straightener.

6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱5,817/month
₱34,900
Gift edition
    Special edition colourway.
  • Wet to dry straightening, with air. No hot plates. No heat damage.
  • Straightens from wet to dry, simplifying your routine. Reduces time spent by 25%.
  • For a natural straight shiny finish.
  • Non-slip heat mat

    For safe placement during and after styling

6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱5,817/month
₱34,900
Latest technology
  • Auto-adapts to help protect scalp health and enhance natural shine.1
  • Fast, intelligent drying. No heat damage.
  • Intelligent attachments for all hair types.
  • Gentle air attachment

    Fast yet gentle for comfortable up-close drying and styling.

  • Styling concentrator

    Re-engineered with a wider, thinner blade of air for precision styling.

  • Smoothing nozzle

    Helps remove unwanted frizz and create a smooth, natural finish.

  • Diffuser

    Diffused air reaches deep into hair to create defined curls and waves.

  • Flyaway smoother

    Style and finish with Coanda airflow. Two modes in one.

  • Vinca blue presentation case

    Protects and neatly stores your Dyson Supersonic Nural™ hair dryer. Cushioned with soft fabric and secured by a magnetic clasp.

Comes with Dyson-designed Vinca blue presentation case.
6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱5,250/month
₱32,900
Latest technology
Rating:
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  • Auto-adapts to help protect scalp health and enhance natural shine.1
  • Fast, intelligent drying. No heat damage.
  • Intelligent attachments for all hair types.
  • Gentle air attachment

    Fast yet gentle for comfortable up-close drying and styling.

  • Styling concentrator

    Re-engineered with a wider, thinner blade of air for precision styling.

  • Smoothing nozzle

    Helps remove unwanted frizz and create a smooth, natural finish.

  • Diffuser

    Diffused air reaches deep into hair to create defined curls and waves.

  • Flyaway smoother

    Style and finish with Coanda airflow. Two modes in one.

6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱5,250/month
₱31,500
Latest technology
Rating:
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  • Dry. Curl. Shape. Smooth and hide flyaways. With no heat damage.
  • Engineered for straight and wavy hair.
  • Program your perfect curls. Personalised to you.
  • Connects to the MyDyson™ app, making perfect curls easy.
  • Come with Dyson-designed vinca blue presentation case.
  • Filter cleaning brush

    Replacement filter cleaning brush for your Dyson Airwrap™.

  • 40mm Airwrap™ long barrel

    Create loose, bouncy curls and waves in both directions – with one barrel. Engineered for longer hair.

  • Soft smoothing brush

    Shape fine hair with increased control, for straight styles using Enhanced Coanda airflow.1

  • Dryer+Flyaway smoother

    Multi-functional attachment to dry, smooth and hide flyaways.1

  • Large round volumising brush

    Longer, fine bristles direct air deep into the hair to add more body and volume, creating tension to shape hair as it dries.1

  • Fast dryer

    For fast drying. Takes hair from wet to damp or dry.

  • Conical Airwrap™ barrel

    Engineered to style closer to the root, for more defined curls.1

  • Vinca blue storage case

    Larger-size case that protects and neatly stores your Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler and all its attachments.

Vinca blue/Topaz - Selected colour Ceramic patina/Topaz orange
6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱6,150/month
₱36,900
Rating:
5% of 5
  • Fast drying. No heat damage.
  • Engineered to care for hair and scalp.
  • Four styling attachments. Including the new Flyaway smoother.
  • Flyaway smoother

    Smooth and hide flyaways using the Coanda effect.

  • Gentle air attachment

    Diffuses the air, creating a gentle, cooler air flow.

  • Styling concentrator

    Style your hair one section at a time with precise, controlled airflow.

  • Smoothing nozzle

    Delivers a smooth, controlled airflow to help remove unwanted frizz and create a smooth, natural finish.

Iron/Fuchsia - Selected colour Bright nickel/Bright copper Black/Nickel
Up to 6 months 0% interest instalment at ₱4,983/month
₱29,900
Gift edition
  • Multi styler to dry, curl, shape and hide flyaways with the Coanda effect.
  • Suitable for all hair lengths. Optimized for hair that's chest length or longer.
  • Special edition colourway comes with Dyson-designed presentation case and detangling comb.
  • 30mm long barrel

    Create voluminous clockwise and anti-clockwise curls – with one barrel.

  • 40mm long barrel

    Create loose, bouncy curls and waves in both directions – with one barrel. Engineered for longer hair.

  • Soft smoothing brush

    Shape fine hair with increased control, for straight styles using Enhanced Coanda airflow.*
    *Vs. original Dyson Airwrap™ smoothing brushes

  • Round volumising brush

    Long, fine bristles direct air deep into the hair to add body and volume, creating tension to shape hair as it dries.

  • Coanda smoothing dryer

    The 2-in-1 Coanda smoothing dryer dries, smooths and hides flyaways. Either blow dry or rough dry hair with powerful airflow, or switch modes to reduce flyaways for a smooth, sleek finish.

  • Firm smoothing brush

    For a smooth, straighter style for frizz-prone hair.*
    *Vs. original Dyson Airwrap™ smoothing brushes

  • Filter cleaning brush

    Filter cleaning brush for your Dyson Airwrap™

  • Presentation case

    Larger-size case that protects and neatly stores your Dyson Supersonic™ hair dryer or Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler and all its attachments.

  • Detangling comb

    Detangles and lengthens all hair types, before styling. Or shapes and refines your finished style. Engineered with wide, polished teeth to glide easily through wet and dry hair – with minimal friction.

6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱5,983/month
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  • Multi styler to dry, curl, shape and hide flyaways with the Coanda effect.
  • Suitable for all hair lengths. Optimized for hair that's chest length or longer.
  • Comes with Dyson-designed prussian blue presentation case.
  • Coanda smoothing dryer

    Multi-functional attachment to dry, smooth and hide flyaways.1

  • 30mm Long Airwrap™ barrel

    Voluminous curls or waves.

  • 40mm Long Airwrap™ barrel

    Loose curls or waves.

  • Soft smoothing brush

    Smooth, straight style for fine hair.

  • Firm smoothing brush

    Smooth, straight style for frizz-prone hair.

  • Round volumising brush

    For volumising and shaping.

  • Storage case

    Protects and neatly stores your Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler and six attachments.

  • Filter cleaning brush

    Filter cleaning brush for your Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler.

Bright nickel/Rich copper - Selected colour Prussian blue/Rich copper
6 monthly 0% interest installments at ₱5,817/month
Currently out of stock
₱34,900

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1Stats from Dyson's Global Hair Survey 29th November 2021 - 21st December 2021. 23,000 Respondents from 23 Markets (US, C, UK, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Russia, Turkey, Australia, Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan region, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam)