Contents<\/p>
- 1<\/span> Hair Dryer Heat Guide<\/a>
- 1.1<\/span> How Hot Is a Blow Dryer Based on Wattage?<\/a><\/li>
- 1.2<\/span> How Material Affects Blow Dryer Temperature<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- 2<\/span> Blow Dryer Temperature: Choosing the Right Setting<\/a>
- 2.1<\/span> Hair texture<\/a><\/li>
- 2.2<\/span> Moisture content<\/a><\/li>
- 2.3<\/span> Hair health<\/a><\/li>
- 2.4<\/span> Scalp condition<\/a><\/li>
- 2.5<\/span> Hair products<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- 3<\/span> You\u2019ve Been Wondering<\/a><\/li>
- 4<\/span> FAQs<\/a>
- 4.1<\/span> How hot does a 2000-watt hair dryer get?<\/a><\/li>
- 4.2<\/span> Can a hair dryer be used as a heat gun?<\/a><\/li>
- 4.3<\/span> Are 200 degrees too hot for hair?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- 5<\/span> Some Like It Hot, but Others Like It Safe<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n
Hair Dryer Heat Guide<\/span><\/h2>\n
The answer to \u201cHow hot does a blow dryer get?\u201d is it depends. Generally, the range is from about 80 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit. Apart from your preferred settings, factors that determine hair dryer temperature include heating element material and wattage. <\/strong><\/p>\n
Remember to factor in how coarse and healthy your hair is when setting the temperature.<\/p>\n
![\"blow](\"https:\/\/hairscream.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/blow-dryer-working.jpg\")
<\/p>\nHow Hot Is a Blow Dryer Based on Wattage?<\/span><\/h3>\n
Of course, wattage is not really a measure of temperature. There is, however, a direct correlation between the two: more powerful models tend to get hotter at the maximum setting.<\/p>\n
This is not to say that a certain wattage always corresponds to a specific max heat level. If you ask \u201chow hot does an 1875 Watt hair dryer get?\u201d, there\u2019s no answer that is always true regardless of the other factors.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s still true, though, that a higher wattage means a hotter and quicker blow dryer. Those that get really hot generally start at around 1850 watts.<\/p>\n
You might want to invest in a 2000+ watt model if you are looking for a really quick and hot solution to the thick and coarse wet hair problem.<\/p>\n
How Material Affects Blow Dryer Temperature<\/span><\/h3>\n
The part of the hair dryer that\u2019s responsible for its maximum heat level and how quickly it heats up is its heating element. The material which it\u2019s made of is essential to the heating patterns.<\/p>\n
Currently, however, the market is dominated by models based on nichrome coils. Nichrome is an alloy of chromium and nickel. The main reason why it\u2019s so predominant in fans is that it doesn\u2019t rust<\/a> when temperatures get high.<\/p>\n
![\"hair](\"https:\/\/hairscream.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/imgonline-com-ua-Resize-ceUEX70TpQfsz.jpg\")
<\/p>\nBlow Dryer Temperature: Choosing the Right Setting<\/span><\/h2>\n
Most hair dryers don\u2019t come with a single heat level available. Even in cheaper and simpler models, you usually have a couple of options to choose from, not to mention fancy professional dryers.<\/p>\n
And, in case you\u2019ve been wondering, you don\u2019t need to use the highest setting all the time. Let\u2019s explore what to factor in. It\u2019s the nichrome coil that enables the temperatures of 140 Fahrenheit and more that modern blow dryers produce.<\/p>\n
Hair texture<\/span><\/h3>\n
The finer your hair, the lower the heat level you should choose; it\u2019s as simple as that. Those with really coarse locks might not be able to afford the time it takes to dry them at a low temperature, though.<\/p>\n
Moisture content<\/span><\/h3>\n
Generally, start at the higher setting when your hair is still very damp. When it\u2019s about two-thirds dry, it\u2019s time to switch to the lower heat level to finish the blowout.<\/p>\n
Hair health<\/span><\/h3>\n
If your hair is really prone to breakage, it surely is a bad idea to give it rough treatment in any form. The same applies to very dry locks. Keep the heat level low when drying the weakened hair.<\/p>\n
Scalp condition<\/span><\/h3>\n
Irritation, redness, and itchiness on the hairy part of the head are all signs of a dry scalp. Avoid applying a lot of heat to your hair if that\u2019s the case with you since it can worsen the problem.<\/p>\n
Hair products<\/span><\/h3>\n
Most hair products such as masks or root boosters can be applied before blow-drying your hair and don\u2019t affect the temperature setting you need. Using a heat protectant<\/a> adds an additional safety layer but doesn\u2019t mean you can wage war on your locks.<\/p>\n
- 4.2<\/span> Can a hair dryer be used as a heat gun?<\/a><\/li>
- 2.2<\/span> Moisture content<\/a><\/li>
- 1.2<\/span> How Material Affects Blow Dryer Temperature<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- 1.1<\/span> How Hot Is a Blow Dryer Based on Wattage?<\/a><\/li>