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Worth the Spend: The Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia
From hair straighteners and hair curlers to hair dryers and air stylers, these are the best hair tools in Australia worth your hard-earned cash, no matter your hair type.
These high-end products promise to give you your best hair yet. With cutting-edge technology and user-friendly designs, they offer features like heat protection and frizz reduction that protect your hair, rather than harm it. The best hair styling tools in Australia right now include the ghd Platinum+ for consistently smooth straightening, the Dyson Supersonic Nural for fast drying that’s kind to your scalp, and the Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss for a glossy finish under $300. For curls, the ghd Curve Creative Curl Wand delivers big, bouncy waves, while the Bondi Boost Everlast Airstyler is our pick for a more affordable Airwrap alternative.
Every tool here is one our editors genuinely rate as worth the investment.
In This Guide:
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Florietta Blossom Boar Bristle Hairbrush
Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss Finisher & High-Velocity Dryer
GHD Platinum+ Hair Straightener
Editor’s Pick:
Florietta Blossom Boar Bristle Hairbrush, $99
There’s a reason the Florietta Blossom Brush has racked up hundreds of five-star reviews. Made with a mix of natural boar bristles and nylon pins, it helps detangle knots, smooth flyaways and distribute your hair’s natural oils for extra shine. You can even personalise it with gold cursive engraving, making it a lovely gift or a little upgrade for your own bathroom shelf. Once you try it, you’ll be wondering why you’ve been putting up with your old brush for so long!
Sitchu Tip: Sitchu Tip: If you struggle with frizz, this is a game-changer. The boar bristles help distribute your hair’s natural oils through the lengths, leaving it smoother and shinier with every brush. I love that you can get a sleeker finish without having to reach for another smoothing serum.
The Best Hair Straighteners in Australia
Bondi Boost Aloe Infused Flat Iron, $180
Want straight hair without the frizz? Bondi Boost’s Aloe Infused Flat Iron is for you. Aloe powder has been blended into the plates, adding shine and frizz defence so you can achieve your silkiest and smoothest hair ever. Plus it works on all hair types (yes, even thick and wavy) so you can make it part of your daily styling routine.
Why we love it: Plates are infused with Australian aloe powder for shine and frizz control.
Things to consider: For those who love to travel, this isn’t for you. The AU power plug that comes with the tool cannot be used overseas (even with a travel adapter). But, if you need a hair tool to stay put in your everyday beauty routine, locally, then this flat iron from Bondi Boost is still a great choice.
Also available at Oz Hair and Beauty, $135 (usually $180)
Cloud Nine The Original Iron Pro Hair Straightener, $389
Confession: we’ve been Cloud Nine fans for as long as we can remember, and this new and improved version of the classic is as good as ever. With a pre-set temp and Axial Vibration technology to feed hair between plates with minimum friction, split ends and frizzy strands are a thing of the past.
Why we love it: Revive Mode and variable temperature control features keeps hair health front of mind.
Also available at Oz Hair and Beauty, $389 and Adore Beauty, $389
ghd Platinum+ Hair Straightener, $415
ghd is known for having some of the hair styling tools on the market, and their Platinum+ Hair Straightener is no exception. This is the first hair straightener that not only straightens hair, but predicts what your hair needs and adjusts its heat across the plates accordingly! You’re guaranteed a glossy, smooth finish with perfectly straight hair.
Why we love it: This hair straightener adjusts the heat across the floating plates as you style for consistent results.
Also available at The Iconic, $311.25 (usually $415)
The Best Hair Dryers in Australia
Dyson Supersonic Nural Intelligent Hair Dryer, $749
There’s no doubt Dyson’s Supersonic Hair Dryer changed the haircare game….but the Nural hair dryer takes healthy hair to a whole new level. The smart and automatic Nural sensor technology protects scalp health and prevents damage, all while enhancing hair’s natural shine. For fast drying without heat damage, this will become your go-to.
Why we love it: Nural sensors help optimise your styling routine.
Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss Finisher & High-Velocity Dryer, $299.99
When we say this tool made us fall in love with getting ready again, we’re not lying. This high-velocity dryer creates a high-gloss, fuss-free finish – and takes hair from wet to dry in minutes. Plus the detachable and interchangeable stylers mean you can dry your hair to suit almost any style.
Why we love it: Flyaways are kept at bay.
Also available at Sephora, $300 and Myer, $189 (usually $559.99)
The Best Blow Dry Brushes and Hot Brushes in Australia
ghd Duet Blowdry Hair Dryer Brush, $595
This two-in-one dryer brush is takes your hair from wet to ‘Victoria’s Secret super model’ in a short amount of time. Unlike a regular blow dry brush, this one doesn’t simple use the air to blow dry your hair. Instead, it uses Heat-Air Xchange Technology™, which converts energy from airflow to heat the barrel plate, drying the hair that way. It’s the recipe to voluminous, damage-free hair that turns heads.
Why we love it: dry and style your hair all in one simple tool.
Also available at Myer, $484 (usually $605) and Sephora, $605
Shark SmoothStyle Heated Comb Straightener + Smoother, $149.99
Think you’re not coordinated enough to use a blowout brush? Think again. This nifty little Shark number is on high rotation in our bathrooms because it gives hair a healthy, voluminous finish without the fuss. Our fave hair hack? Using the heated smoothing comb setting between washes to give locks an instant refresh.
Why we love it: wet-to-dry volumising with no heat damage.
Also available at Oz Hair & Beauty, $149.99 and The Good Guys, $149
Bondi Boost Blowout Brush Pro, $100
This BondiBoost beauty dries, styles and volumises in one simple step. Developed specifically for professional use, it has 1000 watts of drying power and 360-degree airflow vents for maximum coverage and faster drying. What does that mean? Your hair is styled faster than you can say “perfect blow-dry”.
Why we love it: larger barrel for natural, effortless waves.
Also available at Oz Hair & Beauty, $64.95 (usually $99) and The Iconic, $100
The Best Curling Wands and Curling Irons in Australia
ghd Curve Creative Curl Wand, $280
While some hair straighteners do a good job of curling too, sometimes, a curl-specific tool takes things to the next (super chic) level. This Creative Curl Wand from ghd perfect for creating beachy, natural-looking curls and deep waves. The result? Big, bouncy and curly hair. We love.
Why we love it: creates curls in 5-8 seconds with 24-hour curl definition
Also available at Myer, $232 (usually $290) and Oz Hair & Beauty, $280
Silver Bullet Fastlane Titanium Curling Iron Rose Gold 32mm, $83.95 (usually $99.95)
Curling tongs are a classic hair styling tool – and one of the best is from Silver Bullet. Their Fastlane Titanium Curling Iron has a titanium curling barrel which heats up extremely quickly, meaning you can get to styling your hair sooner rather than later. Plus, since it’s a titanium barrel, your hair will maintain its gorgeous shine and moisture.
Why we love it: ultra-fast heat up time while preserving your hair’s moisture to retain natural shine
The Best Multi-Stylers in Australia: Dyson Airwrap and Its Alternatives
Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler and Dryer, $849
There’s a reason this tool is viral on TikTok. The most awarded multi-styler on the market, it dries, curls, shapes and smooths, all while preventing damaged hair, thanks to six attachments. While practice does make perfect when it comes to achieving your preferred look, the results are well worth the effort.
Why we love it: intelligent heat control and easy to use.
Bondi Boost Everlast Airstyler, $280
Looking for a less exxy version of the Dyson Airwrap? Bondi Boost’s latest release, the Everlast Airstyler, is sure to be your new hair MVP. As per its name, the detachable heads are designed to create long-lasting, salon-level styles, while adding shine and reducing frizz and damage.
Why we love it: an affordable option with 6 detachable heads.
The Best Hair Wavers in Australia
Mermade Hair Pro Hair Waver, $108
It may look intimidating, but this Mermade Hair Pro Hair Waver is a super simple way to achieve those lush, mermaid-like waves. One of the most viral curling irons on the market, the easy-to-use clamp creates big and bouncy waves – and the swivelling cord means you won’t get tangled while getting ready (IYKYK).
Why we love it: beachy waves in a matter of seconds.
The Best Travel Hair Tools in Australia
ghd Mini Hair Straightener, $310
While we love a hair tool, sometimes they can take up a little too much precious luggage space when packing for a trip. Enter this Mini Hair Straightener from ghd, which has 40% slimmer plates that add 50% more shine.
It’s also perfect for those with shorter hair, so your pixie cut, curtain fringe or lob can look its very best no matter where in the world you are.
Why we love it: its compact and portable design.
Mermade Hair Mini USB-C Curling Tong, $69
Quick hair refresh at the desk, anyone? This USB-C Curling Tong is compact, versatile and convenient – and can create perfect curls wherever you are. Once charged, it lasts for up to 35 minutes, meaning doing your hair on the go has never been easier.
Why we love it: great for touch-ups during the day.
ghd Flight+ Travel Hair Dryer, $150
Don’t trust those dodgy hotel hair dryers? Pack this small but mighty Travel Hair Dryer (with a foldable handle!) into your suitcase. With all the power of a full-sized hair dryer, yet lighter and smaller, it still gives you good hair days for your travels.
Why we love it: its foldable handle makes it easy to bring around while travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Best Hair Styling Tools in Australia
The ghd Platinum+ Hair Straightener ($415) is one of the best hair straighteners in Australia. It adjusts the heat across its floating plates as you style for consistent, glossy results. For a lower spend, the Bondi Boost Aloe Infused Flat Iron ($180) has aloe powder blended into its plates for shine and frizz control, and it works on all hair types, including thick and wavy hair. Cloud Nine’s The Original Iron Pro ($389) is another strong option, with variable temperature control and a Revive Mode designed to keep hair health front of mind.
The Dyson Supersonic Nural Intelligent Hair Dryer ($749) is one of the best hair dryers available in Australia. Its sensor technology adjusts as you dry to help protect scalp health while enhancing natural shine. If you want a high-velocity dryer at a lower price, the Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss Finisher and High-Velocity Dryer ($299.99) takes hair from wet to dry in minutes. It comes with detachable, interchangeable stylers, so you can tailor the finish to almost any look. For travel, the compact ghd Flight+ Travel Hair Dryer ($150) has a foldable handle that packs easily.
Yes. The Bondi Boost Everlast Airstyler ($280) is a strong Dyson Airwrap alternative in Australia at roughly a third of the Airwrap’s $849 price. It comes with six detachable heads designed to create long-lasting, salon-level styles while adding shine and reducing frizz. The Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler and Dryer still offers the broadest range of functions, drying, curling, shaping and smoothing with intelligent heat control, though it takes some practice to master. For a simpler, lower-cost option, the Bondi Boost Blowout Brush Pro ($100) dries, styles and volumises in one step.
A curling wand has no clamp, so you wrap hair around the barrel by hand. This tends to create looser, more natural-looking curls and waves. A curling iron, also called curling tongs, has a clamp that holds hair against the barrel, giving you more control and a more defined, uniform curl. The ghd Curve Creative Curl Wand ($280) is a strong choice for beachy, bouncy curls. The Silver Bullet Fastlane Titanium Curling Iron ($99.95) heats up quickly, and its titanium barrel helps hair hold on to shine and moisture.
The best travel hair tools are compact enough to pack without sacrificing results. The ghd Mini Hair Straightener ($310) has 40 per cent slimmer plates, making it easy to pack and well suited to shorter hair, fringes and lobs. The Mermade Hair Mini USB-C Curling Tong ($69) runs for up to 35 minutes per charge, which makes it handy for touch-ups on the go. The ghd Flight+ Travel Hair Dryer ($150) has a foldable handle for your suitcase. Before you fly, check your tool’s plug: the Bondi Boost Aloe Infused Flat Iron can’t be used overseas, even with an adapter.
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