Dyson Airwrap i.d review: Less effort, more style

Dyson Airwrap

Ratings: 8/10

Finding the right hair styling tool, especially if you have long, slightly wavy hair, is a task. Sure, there are 100 products in the market today but you clearly don't get the salon-like satisfaction after using them. Something is always missing. It’s a constant struggle to strike the right balance between smoothness, volume, and avoiding heat damage.

So, when the Dyson Airwrap i.d. landed on my desk, it felt like a promising gadget worth testing. With Bluetooth connectivity, personalized settings, and a range of attachments, it promises a truly tailored experience. But does it live up to the hype? Let’s find out.

Design and build

First things first, let’s talk about the design. The Dyson Airwrap i.d. comes in a striking blue and orange color combo that feels fresh and premium, but not over-the-top. The build is solid and sturdy, with a well-balanced weight that makes it feel comfortable to hold, even for long styling sessions. At first glance, it looks like a high-end styling tool, and after using it, you get the sense that Dyson really paid attention to every detail.

One thing that immediately stood out for me is the MyDyson app. It’s not just for setting up the device, but for personalizing the entire styling experience. The app allows you to create a hair profile, detailing your hair type, styling preferences, and even your skill level. Based on this, the Airwrap i.d. adjusts its heat and airflow settings to give you the best possible result with minimal effort. It’s a great feature, especially for those who might be new to using styling tools but still want professional-quality results.

A styling toolbox

The Dyson Airwrap i.d. comes with six attachments: a Conical barrel and 40mm Airwrap barrel, a smoothing brush, a fast dryer, a Coanda smoothing dryer for flyaways, and a large volumizing brush. With this wide variety of attachments, you actually get the option to create different looks — from sleek, straight hair to soft curls or voluminous waves.

The Conical barrel and 40mm barrels are designed to work for different types of curls. The Conical barrel is ideal for tighter, more defined curls, while the 40mm barrel creates looser, bouncy waves. Both barrels are great for long hair, but I personally loved the versatility the barrels offered. The cool part is that you don’t have to worry about manually adjusting the curl direction — the Airwrap does it for you at the push of a button. This makes it incredibly easy to create symmetrical, natural curls without getting tangled up.

Drying and smoothing

Before diving into styling, I started by using the fast dryer attachment to dry my hair. It works quickly, drying my hair from damp to dry without causing the usual frizz. The dryer is powerful but gentle enough to avoid heat damage, and I really appreciated how much time it saved compared to my regular blow-drying routine.

Dyson Airwrap

Then came the Coanda smoothing dryer, which helped tackle any remaining flyaways. This attachment worked magic in giving my hair that polished, just-stepped-out-of-a-salon look. It didn’t just dry my hair but left it sleek and smooth — no frizz in sight. What really impressed me was that this smoothness lasted for the next day, even if I didn’t do anything special to maintain it. Other styling products I’ve used in the past tend to wear off after a few hours, but the Airwrap’s smoothing effect stayed intact as long as I didn’t mess with my hair too much.

When it came to creating curls and waves, the Dyson Airwrap i.d. definitely didn’t disappoint. The Conical barrel gave me defined curls that held all day, and the 40mm barrel added beautiful, soft waves that looked like I had just stepped out of a blow-dry bar. One feature that stood out is how the barrels automatically change the direction of the curls with a simple push of a button. It made the entire process smoother and ensured that my curls looked natural and symmetrical.

But the real kicker was how long my curls lasted. Typically, after using other curling tools, my hair would go limp after a few hours, but with the Airwrap i.d., my curls stayed bouncy and voluminous throughout the day. Even if I didn’t wrap my hair up at night, the curls were still in place the next morning, something which I have not experienced with other hair dryers.

Smooth and straight

Now, one of the features I didn’t expect to be so impressed by was the smoothing brush. I was skeptical at first, but after using it, I quickly realized that this tool does a fine job at straightening and smoothing my hair without causing it to feel limp. The smoothness it provided lasted for over a day, which is something most other hair styling products fail to do.

What I really appreciated was that the hair stayed straight and frizz-free without me needing to touch it up every few hours. Typically, my straightened hair starts looking less sleek as the day goes on, but with the smoothing brush, it looked fresh for a solid 24 hours, even without being disturbed too much.

On days when I wanted more volume, I turned to the large volumizing brush. It worked wonders for giving my hair extra lift, especially at the roots. This attachment helped me achieve that fuller, more voluminous look without making my hair feel heavy or weighed down. I also loved how it added some shape to the ends of my hair, giving it a polished finish that didn’t look overdone.

Is it worth the investment?

At Rs 49,900, the Dyson Airwrap i.d. is certainly an investment, but if you’re looking for a tool that can do it all — dry, style, and smooth your hair — then it’s definitely worth considering. The fact that you can personalize your experience through the MyDyson app makes it feel like a premium product that truly caters to your specific hair needs.

For anyone with long, slightly wavy hair, the Airwrap i.d. is a tool that can give you consistent, long-lasting results without the heat damage. Whether you’re looking for smoothness, volume, or bouncy curls, this versatile styler delivers on all fronts. While it’s on the pricier side, it’s a solid choice for those who want a high-quality, customisable styling tool that can handle any hair need.