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Professional Hair Dryers in New Zealand
A good hair dryer saves time every single day. The right one dries thick hair in minutes rather than a quarter of an hour, gives a smoother, shinier blow-dry and puts less stress on the hair along the way. This collection brings together salon and home dryers, from compact travel models to brushless high-speed dryers and Italian-made salon workhorses.
There are around 80 dryers here from Silver Bullet, Parlux, ghd, BaByliss Pro, Evy, Pro One, Muk Hair, Gamma+, Stellar, Yokubo, Cloud Nine, Glide, HH Simonsen and Wahl, plus nozzles, diffusers and gift sets. Zilion is an official NZ stockist of every brand here, so each dryer is genuine stock sent from within New Zealand.
About Professional Hair Dryers
Three things decide how a dryer performs: the motor, the airflow and the heat. Traditional AC motors are durable and powerful but heavier, which is why many salon dryers still use them. Brushless or BLDC motors spin much faster, so they push out a strong, focused stream of air from a lighter, smaller body. The Pro One Aerolite, for example, pairs a 110,000 RPM motor with a body of just 299g, and the Silver Bullet Resolution uses a 100,000 rpm brushless motor.
Wattage gives a rough guide to power, from around 1200W for mini travel dryers to 2300W and above for salon models. Ionic, ceramic and tourmaline technologies are designed to reduce static and frizz for a smoother finish, and infrared heat is used in some dryers, such as the Muk Blow 3900-IR, to warm hair more evenly. Multiple heat and speed settings, plus a cool shot button, give you control to set the style once it is dry.
Hair Dryers by Type
Brushless high-speed dryers. Lightweight and fast, these suit anyone who blow-dries daily. Choose from the Pro One Aerolite, Silver Bullet Resolution, Silver Bullet Revolution Dryer BLDC, Stellar OmniFlex with its BLDC motor and silent technology, Yokubo Deluxe, Evy Professional Plasmaair and BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium Light.
Salon workhorses. Parlux dryers are a salon favourite, and the Parlux 3200 Plus, made in Italy, is the updated version of the brand's best-selling 3200. The range also includes the 385 Powerlight, 3800 Ceramic & Ionic, Advance Light and Alyon Air Ionizer Tech. Silver Bullet's Jetliner, Daytona and Spectre, the BaByliss Pro Dual Ionic Dryer, the Evy Boss Dryer and the Muk Blow 3900-IR at 2300W are built for heavy use.
ghd dryers. The ghd Helios comes in black, white, plum, ink blue and dusted pink, alongside the ghd Air, the ghd Flight+ Travel Hair Dryer and the ghd Duet Blowdry, a 2-in-1 hot air styler that dries and styles at the same time.
Everyday and value dryers. Silver Bullet's Obsidian, City Chic and Ethereal 2000W dryers, the Hyper-X 2300W, the Gamma+ L'Italiano, the Wahl SupaDryer Ionic with tourmaline ionic technology and the Glide 4000 Dryer give reliable results at friendly prices.
Travel and compact dryers. For suitcases and gym bags, try the Silver Bullet Hi-Flyer Fold Dryer, Runway Mini Dryer, the 1200W Metallic Baby in five colours, the BaByliss Pro Bambino Travel Dryer or the HH Simonsen Compact Hair Dryer.
Diffuser dryers and attachments. Curly hair needs gentle airflow. The Silver Bullet Black Velvet Dryer With Diffuser and Evy Boss Dryer With Diffuser come ready to diffuse, and the Stellar OmniFlex Diffuser and Parlux nozzles are sold separately. More in Hair Dryer Accessories.
Brands in This Category
These are the brands with the most hair dryers at Zilion. Each link opens the brand's full range:
Top 10 Hair Dryers
- ghd Helios Hair Dryer Black: a professional dryer for fast, smooth blow-drys with good control over heat and airflow.
- Parlux 3200 Plus Hair Dryer 1900W Red: the Italian-made update of Parlux's best-selling salon dryer.
- Pro One Aerolite Black Hairdryer: a 299g body with a 110,000 RPM motor for fast, featherweight drying.
- Silver Bullet Resolution Hair Dryer 1800W Black: a 100,000 rpm brushless motor in an ultra-compact body.
- BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium Light Hairdryer Black: an ultra-lightweight dryer with Nano Titanium heat technology and a DC motor.
- Muk Hair Blow Hair Dryer Matte Black: the 2300W Muk Blow 3900-IR with infrared heat.
- Evy The Boss Dryer: a heavy-duty professional dryer built for thick hair and busy salons.
- Stellar OmniFlex Hair Dryer: an ultra-lightweight BLDC dryer with silent technology.
- Silver Bullet Obsidian Black Hair Dryer 2000W: a powerful everyday dryer at an easy price.
- BaByliss Pro Bambino Travel Dryer: a compact, lightweight dryer for travel.
Best Sellers at Zilion
- ghd Duet Blowdry Hair Dryer Brush Black ($580.50)
- ghd Duet Blowdry Hair Dryer Brush White ($580.50)
- ghd Helios Hair Dryer Ink Blue ($386.10)
- ghd Helios Hair Dryer Plum ($386.10)
- ghd Helios Hair Dryer White ($386.10)
- ghd Helios Hair Dryer Black ($386.10)
- ghd Air Hair Dryer ($287.10)
- ghd Helios Hair Dryer Dusted Pink ($386.10)
- Gamma+ Aria Dual Ionic Hair Dryer Rose Gold ($243.00)
- Gamma+ L'Italiano Hair Dryer Black ($107.10)
Benefits of a Professional Hair Dryer
- Faster drying. Stronger, more focused airflow means less time with the dryer every morning.
- Smoother results. Ionic, ceramic and tourmaline technologies are designed to reduce frizz and static.
- Less heat stress. A powerful dryer can dry hair at a lower heat setting.
- Lighter in the hand. Brushless dryers are much lighter, which makes a big difference with long or thick hair.
- More control. Several heat and speed settings and a cool shot let you shape, then set, the style.
- Built to last. Salon dryers are made to handle daily, heavy use.
Hair Dryer Buying Guide
Thick, long or coarse hair. Choose a powerful salon dryer of 2000W or more, or a high-speed brushless model such as the Pro One Aerolite, Silver Bullet Resolution or Stellar OmniFlex.
Fine or fragile hair. Look for good low-heat settings and a lighter dryer. High airflow at lower heat dries fine hair without overheating it.
Curly hair. Pick a dryer with a diffuser, such as the Silver Bullet Black Velvet or Evy Boss Dryer With Diffuser, and use low speed to keep curls defined.
Salon use. A Parlux, Silver Bullet Jetliner or Evy Boss is built to run all day. Barbers can look at the Parlux Ardent Barber-Tech, made for barbershop work.
Travel. Compact and folding dryers, such as the Silver Bullet Hi-Flyer Fold or BaByliss Pro Bambino, fit easily in a bag.
Weight and noise. If you dry your hair every day, a lighter, quieter brushless dryer is worth the extra spend.
How to Get a Better Blow-Dry
Towel-dry gently and apply a heat protectant. Rough-dry on medium heat until hair is about 80 percent dry, then clip it into sections. Fit the concentrator nozzle and point it down the hair shaft, from roots to ends, while you brush or smooth each section. Finish each section with the cool shot to set the shape. Clean the rear filter regularly, as a blocked filter makes the dryer run hotter and less efficiently.
Why Shop Hair Dryers at Zilion
- Official NZ stockist. Every dryer here is genuine stock from brands we are authorised to supply.
- Free shipping over $85. Orders under $85 ship for a flat $7.99 to metro and rural addresses.
- Afterpay and Zip. Spread the cost of a bigger order over interest-free instalments.
- Same-day dispatch. In-stock orders placed before 9am leave our warehouse the same business day.
- Choice at every price. From compact travel dryers under $80 to brushless salon dryers.
- Finish the kit. Add a Round Brush and Heat Protection for a salon-style blow-dry.
- Help when you need it. Email care@zilion.co.nz with your hair type and how often you blow-dry, and we will suggest a dryer.
Delivery Across New Zealand
We deliver hair dryers right across the country, to Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown, and to rural addresses in every region. Metro orders usually arrive in 1 to 4 business days and rural orders in 3 to 7.
Hair Dryer FAQs
What is the best hair dryer?
It depends on your hair and how often you dry it. Popular choices include the ghd Helios, Parlux 3200 Plus, Pro One Aerolite and Silver Bullet Resolution.
What is a brushless or BLDC hair dryer?
It uses a brushless DC motor that spins much faster than a traditional motor, giving strong airflow from a lighter, more compact dryer.
Are brushless hair dryers worth it?
For daily blow-dryers, often yes. They are lighter, usually quieter and dry hair quickly, which is easier on your arms and your hair.
What wattage hair dryer should I buy?
Travel dryers are around 1200W, everyday dryers about 1800 to 2000W, and salon dryers 2000W and above. Brushless dryers can match bigger dryers at lower wattage.
What does an ionic hair dryer do?
Ionic dryers are designed to reduce static and frizz, helping hair dry smoother and shinier.
What is a ceramic hair dryer?
A ceramic dryer uses ceramic elements or coatings to spread heat more evenly, helping avoid hot spots.
What is tourmaline in a hair dryer?
Tourmaline is used to boost the ionic effect for a smoother, less frizzy finish. The Wahl SupaDryer uses tourmaline ionic technology.
What is infrared heat in a hair dryer?
Infrared heat is designed to warm hair more evenly. The Muk Blow 3900-IR uses infrared and ionic technology.
What is the Pro One Aerolite?
It is an ultra-lightweight hair dryer with a 299g body and a 110,000 RPM motor. We stock it in black, rose gold, titanium, pearl white and blush pink.
What is the Silver Bullet Resolution Hair Dryer?
It is an 1800W dryer with a 100,000 rpm brushless motor in an ultra-compact body.
What is the Parlux 3200 Plus?
It is the updated version of Parlux's best-selling 3200 professional hair dryer, made in Italy.
Which Parlux dryers do you stock?
The 3200 Plus, 385 Powerlight, 3800 Ceramic & Ionic, Advance Light, Alyon Air Ionizer Tech and Ardent Barber-Tech, plus nozzles and a chrome ring.
What is the Parlux Ardent Barber-Tech?
It is a 1800W ionic dryer with a vintage design, built specifically for barbers.
What is the ghd Helios?
It is ghd's professional hair dryer for fast, smooth blow-drys. We stock it in black, white, plum, ink blue and dusted pink.
What is the ghd Duet Blowdry?
It is a 2-in-1 hot air styler that dries and styles hair at the same time.
What is the ghd Flight+ Travel Hair Dryer?
It is ghd's travel dryer, made to fit easily in a bag.
What is the BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium Light?
It is an ultra-lightweight professional dryer with Nano Titanium heat technology and a high-torque DC motor, in black, green/yellow and pink blush.
What is the Muk Blow 3900-IR?
It is a 2300W professional dryer from Muk Hair with infrared and ionic technology, in matte black and rose gold.
What is the Evy Boss Dryer?
It is a heavy-duty professional dryer. It is also available with a diffuser, and Evy's Boss Digiforce uses digital motor technology.
What is the Stellar OmniFlex?
It is an ultra-lightweight professional dryer with an advanced BLDC motor and silent technology. A matching diffuser is sold separately.
Which hair dryer is best for curly hair?
A dryer with a diffuser, such as the Silver Bullet Black Velvet Dryer With Diffuser or Evy Boss Dryer With Diffuser, on low speed and medium heat.
Which hair dryer is best for thick hair?
A powerful salon dryer of 2000W or more, or a fast brushless model, will dry thick hair much more quickly.
Which hair dryer is best for fine hair?
Choose a lighter dryer with good low-heat settings. Strong airflow at lower heat dries fine hair without overheating.
Which hair dryer is best for travel?
Compact dryers such as the Silver Bullet Hi-Flyer Fold, Runway Mini, Metallic Baby or BaByliss Pro Bambino.
What is the cheapest hair dryer you stock?
Silver Bullet's Metallic Baby and Obsidian dryers are among the most affordable options.
What is a concentrator nozzle for?
It focuses the airflow onto one section for a smoother, more precise blow-dry. Always point it down the hair shaft.
What is a diffuser for?
A diffuser spreads the airflow to dry curls and waves gently without frizz.
Can I buy a replacement nozzle?
Yes. We stock Parlux DigitAlyon nozzles and the Alyon chrome ring, plus the Stellar OmniFlex diffuser and Silver Bullet City Chic filter covers.
How do I clean my hair dryer filter?
Unplug the dryer, remove the rear filter cover and brush or wipe away lint. A clean filter keeps the dryer running cooler and more efficiently.
How often should I clean the filter?
Check it every few weeks and clean it whenever you see dust or lint build up. Salons should check it more often.
Why does my hair dryer smell like burning?
Usually dust or hair on the filter or element. Unplug it, let it cool and clean the filter. Stop using it if the smell continues.
Should I use a heat protectant when blow-drying?
Yes. A heat protectant helps protect hair from heat styling. See our Heat Protection collection.
What heat setting should I use?
Use medium heat for most hair and low heat for fine or damaged hair. High heat is for quickly rough-drying thick hair.
What is the cool shot button for?
It blasts cool air to set the style once a section is dry, helping blow-dries last longer.
How do I get volume with a hair dryer?
Dry the roots first, lifting them with your fingers or a round brush, and direct the airflow upwards at the roots.
Can I use a hair dryer on a wig?
Only on low heat and only if the wig is made of human hair or heat-resistant fibre. Check the wig's care instructions.
What is the Silver Bullet Hyper-X?
The Hyper-X Hair Dryer 2300W Gold is a high-performance professional salon blow dryer from Silver Bullet.
Do hair dryers come with a warranty?
Most come with the manufacturer's warranty. Check the product page or contact us for details on a specific model.
What should I look for in a salon dryer?
Strong airflow, a durable motor, comfortable weight, a long cord and easy-to-clean filters.
Are there hair dryer gift sets?
Yes. We stock gift sets and bundles from ghd, Silver Bullet, Parlux, BaByliss Pro and Muk Hair.
Is Zilion an official stockist of these hair dryer brands?
Yes. Zilion is an official NZ stockist of every brand in this collection, including ghd, Parlux, Silver Bullet and BaByliss Pro.
Are the dryers you sell genuine?
Yes. As an official stockist we only sell genuine products.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is free on NZ orders over $85. Orders under $85 cost a flat $7.99 to metro and rural addresses.
How long does delivery take?
In-stock orders placed before 9am are dispatched the same business day. Metro deliveries take 1 to 4 business days and rural deliveries 3 to 7.
Can I pay with Afterpay or Zip?
Yes. Afterpay and Zip are both available at checkout.
Can I return a product I have opened?
No. For hygiene reasons, opened or used products cannot be returned unless they are faulty.
What is your returns policy for unopened items?
Unopened, unused items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days for a change of mind. Return postage and a restocking fee of $10 or 10% (whichever is less) apply.
What if my order arrives damaged?
Email care@zilion.co.nz within 5 days of delivery with your order number and photos. We will arrange a replacement or refund.
Do you deliver to PO Boxes or overseas?
No. Our couriers do not deliver cosmetics to PO Boxes, and we ship within New Zealand only.
Who can I ask for advice on hair dryers?
Email care@zilion.co.nz with your hair type and how often you blow-dry, and we will recommend a dryer.
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