New and innovative hair dryers | Global Sources
by Stef Calimlim (Content Editor)
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Over decades, hair dryers have evolved from an essential salon tool to a styling must-have among households. Today, the market is primarily driven by the increasing want and awareness to look good, and the growing e-commerce platforms and online retailers.
According to Technavio, the global market for hair dryers is forecast to increase by $1.46 billion from 2020 to 2025, accelerating at a CAGR of 4.36 percent. Meanwhile, Grand View Research’s report provides that the growth can be attributed to the changing consumer lifestyles, the increasing number of hair salons and the growing focus on personal grooming.
Technology has significantly changed the way these personal care products function and the way consumers use them. Today’s selections don’t just simply dry and style the hair but also protect it from damage. Manufacturers offer a wide variety of hair dryers for different purposes such as diffuser hair dryers, which are best for curly and wavy hair types as they disperse air evenly, minimizing frizz; ionic hair dryers, which are best suited for thick and frizzy hair as they release negative ions that make the drying process faster and moisturize the hair; travel hair dryers, which are lightweight and compact; professional hair dryers, which have high power rating and speed motor, and have separate switches for controlling the fan and heat settings.
The products in the gallery below have been selected by our Market Analyst for representing trends in hair dryers in today’s market.
Company: Fujian Yilai Import & Export Co. Ltd
Fujian Yilai’s Comb-0446 is a hair dryer, volumizer, straightener, comb and curler in one. It has 1,000W power rating and 110 or 220 to 240V voltage and 50/60Hz frequency. The 23x40cm unit, weighing 744g, is made of ABS and aluminum alloy and comes in various plugs. The 10-unit order quantity has a lead time of five to 10 days. Price ranges from $6.70 to $7.10.
Company: Zhejiang Starway Electric Co. Ltd
The Sw-8897-9725 from Zhejiang Starway is a two-speed hair dryer that runs on an AC motor. It has three heat settings, diffuser, temperature controller, removable filter, cool shot button and overheat protection. An order of at least 3,000 units is for delivery in 30 to 45 days.
Company: Shenzhen HY Electronic Technologies Co. Ltd
Powered by a high-speed 900W brushed motor, this constant temperature China ac hair blower-7013-8658 from Shenzhen HY has 220V, 50Hz voltage and frequency, integrates blue light anion technology, features hot and cold air modes and weighs 435g. For an MOQ of 100 sets, the product is quoted at $8. Lead time is three to 15 days.
Company: Shenzhen Tongman Technology Co. Ltd
From Shenzhen Tongman, this LM-981 ionic hair dryer has 100, 220 or 240V, 50/60Hz voltage and frequency and 1,800W or 2,000W power rating. It has three-speed wind control, concentrator and diffuser nozzles, 2.5m-long cord and a UK, US or EU plug. Dimensions are 31.5x23.8x9cm. The minimum order of 12 units is for delivery in three to 15 days. Price ranges from $12.14 to $13.49.
Company: Shanghai Atlantis Industry Co. Ltd
The C5372 travel hair dryer offered by Shanghai Atlantis has 220V rated voltage, 50Hz frequency, 20,000rpm motor speed, 80dB noise level, 50 to 99 percent wind speed setting and 50 to 90 C temperature range. Rated at 1,800W, this 218x76x123mm unit, weighing 470h, is made of ABS and PC. It meets CE, CCC, FCC, PSE and RoHS standards. The minimum order required is 100 units. Per unit, the product is quoted at $28.
Company: Dongguan Atop Co. Ltd
Dongguan Atop markets this D062-03 with 1,500W power rating, 120,000rpm motor speed, 19m/sec airflow and less than 65dB noise level. It uses a negative ion generator and 360-rotating magnetic nozzles, and has three heat and wind speed control settings. The supplier requires a minimum order of 20 sets. Price ranges from $95 to $115.
