Top 5 Hair Blow Dryers Under $40

With the many different hair blow dryers available today on the market, it is no wonder that people are confused as to which one to go for. There are as many hair dryers as hair types are out there, and even more. There are hair dryers by type, by model, by brand, by its action, whether it's portable or not, and many times you end up buying a hair blow dryer just to realize that it's not really what you wanted in the first place. So wouldn't be it great to have a list of the top 10 hair dryers for this year that are priced at less than $40, to see what are the very pieces that people consider as bestsellers and actually put in their shopping carts?

We have gone out to various online shopping stores and made our research on what are the most popular, and the most sold dryers of this year. We have compared the lists taken from the various researches and we have come up with the top 10 that are truly the most bought items by women and men alike.

1. Revlon RV544 1875 Watt Tourmaline Ionic Lightweight Dryer - This is quite a cheap piece at only $25 (Amazon has it for only $20 at the time of writing this article). It is one of the tourmaline hair dryers that works with the ionic/tourmaline technology to dry the hair faster and much healthier. Particularly popular with women with long and thick hair, this is one piece that says that cheap doesn't necessarily mean low quality.

It has a high heat setting and  action that cuts the drying time in half. Many people like the fact that it's extremely lightweight, which is a major plus, particularly when you have long hair and you need to stand (or sit) around holding the dryer, which can tire the arms quite fast. All in all, a great piece at a great price that you can not go wrong with. If you are still not convinced, check out the 230 user reviews at Amazon to get a feel for their feedback as well.

2. Andis RC-2 Ionic 1875W Ceramic Hair Dryer with Folding Handle and Retractable Cord - This is another very cheap hair blow dryer at only $20. It belongs to the family of ionic hair dryers and ceramic hair dryers, and the strong action of the negative ions, it reduces the frizz that usually happen when drying the hair. A very popular feature is its retractable cord and the folding handle that offers convenient storage.

The ionic action restores the balance of the hair and it effectively seals the cuticles in place. With its 3 heat/air speeds, it is perfect for controlling just the right type of heat coming to your hair for drying. When comparing to the #1 hair dryer, it is a little bit heavier to hold, so this is why it goes to place #2. Check out the over 140 customer reviews to decide whether you want to invest in this cheap, yet great quality blow dryer.

3. Conair 225RX 1875 Watt Comfort Touch Tourmaline Ceramic Styling Dryer - At only $27, the price is great for this elegant piece. It has 3 heat and 2 speed settings which makes drying the hair a breeze. It has a tourmaline, ceramic and ionic system included to promote a healthy, shiny and frizz-free looking hair. It is especially favored by people who tend to get lots of frizz in their hair, particularly if the hair is wavy, curly or thick.

The high power motor can dry the hair in less than 10 minutes, based on testimony of several reviewers. Another plus is the fact that it's lightweight, so it does not tire the hands easily at all. Check out the 39 user reviews at Amazon to read more about the experiences of users with the dryer.

4. Conair 213XP Infiniti Professional Tourmaline Ceramic Technology Ionic Styler - A bit more expensive than the Conair 225RX model, it is also more sleek and better looking. I personally have this dryer and I love it to bits! It is using a tourmaline, ceramic as well as ionic technology to dry the hair super fast. Actually I think this is what I love most about this hair dryer, the fact that it takes practically no time to dry the hair, and it is perfect especially if your hair is rather long and thick, which usually is a nightmare to dry.

Also it's quite quiet compared to other similar blow dryers that I've personally had throughout the years. The piece is sturdy and durable and it is truly a great hair dryer for the price. You can't go wrong with this piece. Check out the 246 user reviews at Amazon. This hair dryer has more user reviews than #1, it's that popular. I think the only reason why it's down at #4 is due to it's slightly higher price at $35 instead of $20.

5. Andis 82075 Tourmaline/Ionic Hair Dryer - Finally, at number #5 we have another Andis, at $36 (reduced at Amazon from $60 right now). It has a nano-silver technology with real silver and anti-bacterial properties. Using precious stones, the tourmaline crystals emit those negative ions that can help seal the cuticles and dry the hair much faster and healthier. It delivers far infrared heat that penetrates the hair from inside out. This helps with keeping any custom made hair style for much longer than other hair blow dryers.

One problem this particular hair dryer seems to have is the actual attachment that is quite difficult to hold, as well as the fact that it's a rather heavy item compared to the previous ones reviewed above. Check out the 38 customer reviews at Amazon. While the retail price is around $60, if you want to give this piece a try, Amazon has it discounted to $36.