I recently had the most amazing opportunity, readers! The team over at Flat Iron Experts asked if I could review one of the amazing high-end hair styling tools they sell online. Naturally my answer was a resounding “yes, please!”
So what did I test drive? The Porche of hair dryers: the BaByliss Pro Carrera!
The BaByliss Pro Carrera is a professional ionic dryer. Have you ever wondered why people RAVE about ionic technology in hair styling tools? Well, BaByliss has a succinct explanation printed right on the Carrera box.
“Negative Ion Energy is powerful enough to break water molecule clusters into tiny particles that can penetrate the hair shaft. As hair absorbs the moisture, the hair cuticle is tightened. Hair is immediately regenerated from the inside out.”
So basically, moisture is trapped back inside the hair follicle, where is belongs! I’ve had damaged, dry hair since my early teens. I’ve never allowed this fact to prevent me from abusing my tresses even further! Countless different colors, frequent flat ironing… it’s as if I’m intentionally trying to harm my hair. Without tools like the Carrera by BaByliss, I’d probably be bald by now.
Pros: Right out of the box, this dryer screamed “quality”. The dryer looks like a sportscar, with a finish that looks like red brushed metal (you know how I adore red). In use, this hairdryer is amazingly powerful. It has a low and high power setting, and let me tell you… the high setting is like standing behind a jet! If you’re in a contant rush to get your hair dry in the morning, this tool is made just for you. The low setting is great for drying wavy hair straight, and an attachment is provided to direct the airflow to small sections of hair for this purpose. Unlike my T3, the BaByliss Pro Carrera not only has a “cool shot” button, but a way to control the overall heat as well. It’s a nice option to have, especially with warmer Summer months approaching. The extra-long power cord is a major plus. It’s always tough for me to dodge my kids when I’m drying my hair, and this gives me a much wider radius!
Of course, the most important thing to consider when purchasing a styling tool is the result. After using the BaByliss Pro Carrera, my hair felt instantly softer… even with no product in! I love instant gratification, and love this hairdryer!
There is really only one con I can think of. The BaByliss Pro Carrera dryer is heavier than some. I weighed the dryer, and my best estimate is this dryer weighs about 1 lb, 6 oz. without the cord. My T3 weighs 15 oz. without the cord. So the dryer is roughly 1/2 lb. heavier. Though I personally don’t find this to be an issue, those who find heavy hairdryers too cumbersome might want to check out the Carrera in person before taking the plunge.
The BaByliss Pro also has a generous 12 month limited warranty! I love not having to worry about a lemon! Scroll down for more product images, courtesy of Flat Iron Experts!
Regular retail price is $139.99. Click HERE to buy it for $109.95 from Flat Iron Experts!
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