A hooded hair dryer is a large, dome-shaped appliance used in salons to dry and set hair. It consists of a chair or stand for the client to sit under, with a hood that fits over the head. Inside the hood, there’s a fan that blows heated air over the hair, helping to evaporate moisture and set styles. Hooded dryers are important in salons because they provide a gentle and even heat distribution, which is essential for various hair treatments like coloring, perming, and deep conditioning. They also allow clients to relax or multitask during the drying process, enhancing the overall salon experience.
Buy-Rite Beauty offers professional hooded dryers for any salon or barbershop. We have an extensive collection with diverse dryers to fit all types of client needs. We handpicked the best salon hooded dryers based on crucial criteria to offer the top choices in the industry.
WHO ARE WE?
With a rich history spanning 87 years, Buy-Rite Beauty has solidified its position as a leader in the salon furniture industry. Our expertise extends to keeping stylists and barbers comfortable and offering professional solutions such as salon mats. As authorized representatives of major brands, we guarantee a diverse range that meets the evolving needs of modern hairstylists and barbers.
GRADING CRITERIA
■ Power: We evaluated the wattage and heat capabilities – will the hooded dryer provide adequate power for drying services?
■ Hood Size: We examined the size of the drying hood to ensure that it can fit all types of clients.
■ Features: We explored the unique capabilities of the hooded dryer.
■ Versatility: We examined the range of clients and services the hooded dryer is suited for.
Hooded Dryer #1
Why Stylists Love It: The X-TRA Hot Professional Salon Dryer is proudly manufactured in the USA and backed by a 3-year motor warranty. This powerhouse dryer boasts 980 watts of professional-grade heat, ensuring efficient and effective drying for all hair types. Equipped with a timer and temperature control featuring 4 settings, this dryer offers versatility and precision. The extra-large hood and fully adjustable arm cater to clients of all sizes. With thermostat settings ranging from a gentle 85 to 90 degrees on low, 98 to 110 degrees on medium, to a toasty 140 degrees plus for perms, this dryer is both powerful and adaptable, rated at 9.7 Amps.
Considerations: This hooded dryer is built to fit perfectly into the back of a dryer chair for the ultimate client experience. Because of this, it is not on wheels making it harder to move around the salon. If you are looking for this dryer on wheels, consider the Pibbs 3200 Wheel & Handle Set.
Shopper’s Tip: This dryer is perfect for those who are looking for a basic workhorse of the salon. It has power, versatility, and timer and temperature controls to accommodate all hair types and services. Additionally, it fits most standard dryer chairs ensuring the perfect height for drying services.
Hooded Dryer #2
Why Stylists Love It: The MAXX Hot High-Performance Dryer is proudly made in the USA and enhances the client experience. This 1160-watt dryer features a large vent at the back for optimal airflow, ensuring quick and efficient drying. Complete with a timer and a temperature control offering 4 settings, this dryer provides flexibility and ease of use. The extra-large hood and fully adjustable hood arm cater to clients of all sizes, enhancing their comfort during treatments.
Considerations: This hooded dryer is equipped with an extra powerful heating component. It is typically used for specific services such as perms. Ensure that this is the right fit for the services that you offer. Check out the X-TRA Hot Professional Salon Dryer for more versatile heat settings.
Shopper’s Tip: This hooded dryer is perfect for those who need a powerful motor. The MAXX Hot High-Performance Dryer is known for its powerful 1160-watt motor and adjustable settings, including a timer and temperature control. It is ideal for high-heat services such as perms.
Hooded Dryer #3
Why Stylists Love It: The Meredith Salon Hair Dryer is a fantastic choice for any stylist, with its 880-watt power ensuring efficient drying. It’s mounted on a sturdy, height-adjustable star base and features convenient wheels for easy mobility around the salon. This dryer is designed to fit behind any chair, thanks to its adjustable height for client comfort. It also includes a 60-minute timer with automatic shut-off, numerical temperature control, and 6 fan speed options.
Considerations: This hooded hair dryer is one of the best values in our collection. To keep this dryer budget-friendly the extra features are limited.
Shopper’s Tip: This hooded dryer is perfect for those who are working with a tight budget. It won’t break the bank and has a great warranty despite the price point.
Hooded Dryer #4
Why Stylists Love It: The Pibbs 514 Kwik Dri Dryer is a powerhouse at 1100 Watts, crafted in Italy for top-notch quality. Its caster base ensures easy maneuverability around the salon. It’s fully CE certified and operates at 110-125V 60Hz. Adjusting the height and head to fit any client is a breeze, thanks to its flexible design. The sturdy, fully height-adjustable base adds to its stability. Featuring a flip-top visor and user-friendly controls including a 0-60 minute timer and temperature dial, this dryer is a salon essential.
Considerations: This hooded dryer uses a unique upward flow to dry the hair. Ensure that this is the right drying method for your clients.
Shopper’s Tip: This hooded dryer is made 100% in Italy ensuring the best quality. It comes with a 1-year warranty to keep you protected against any sort of issues that may arise.
Hooded Dryer #5
Why Stylists Love It: The 1433S TempTura Ultra Dryer with Casters by Collins is setting a new standard in the salon industry. This modern dryer boasts a sleek design with an oversized smoked hood, mounted on a non-tipping base with casters for easy mobility. The TempTura features built-in variable time and temperature settings, along with a convenient 2-minute cool-down cycle. Operating on 110 volts and 1000 watts, it comes with an 8” power cord for added convenience.
Considerations: While the extra-large domed hood offers extra space for clients, consider that you have enough space in your salon as this larger unit commands a bit more space for storing when not in use.
Shopper’s Tip: This hooded dryer offers ample space for clients with lots of hair. It has a large hood that ensures the client can sit comfortably underneath it for long periods of time. Additionally, it is available in the wall-mounted version if that is a better option for your space.
Hooded Dryer #6
Why Stylists Love It: The BR900 X-tra Hot Pro Salon Dryer, proudly Made in the U.S.A., is crafted with a focus on quality and durability. This salon essential boasts an impressive 980 watts of power, ensuring it delivers exceptional heat for optimal styling. Featuring an extra-large hood, five-position heat control, and a convenient 60-minute timer, this dryer offers versatility and ease of use. The BR900 also includes a removable dust filter for easy cleaning, ensuring consistent heat and performance. Additionally, this dryer is compatible with all Belvedere Dryer Chairs.
Considerations: This unique hooded dryer is made to fit Belvedere dryer chairs specifically, so ensure that you measure your current chairs if they aren’t Belvedere brand.
Shopper’s Tip: This is the perfect dryer for those who have Belvedere dryer chairs and are looking for a powerful dryer. It is compatible with this brand and backed by a lengthy 5-year warranty to protect you.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, choosing the right hooded hair dryer is a crucial decision that can significantly impact the comfort, safety, and overall experience of both clients and stylists. By considering factors such as power, hood size, and mobility options, salon owners can ensure they select a dryer that meets their specific needs and enhances the functionality and aesthetics of their salon. Investing in a high-quality hooded hair dryer not only improves the work environment but also demonstrates a commitment to professionalism and client satisfaction.
If you are looking for additional hair-processing equipment to add to your salon, check out our dryer chairs, color processors, hair steamers, and blow dryers.
Uncertain about your specific needs? Schedule a complimentary planning call with our design team today!
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Jason Eichholz – Vice President
Jason has been an integral part of Buy-Rite since 2014 when he joined the family business. His passion lies in helping entrepreneurs realize their dreams. By working so closely with family, he instills family values in all of his work. He loves to share his expertise while maintaining honesty and dedication to the Buy-Rite brand. He leads the way for our customer service team to make sure each customer feels confident from the purchase to the delivery. Jason’s industry knowledge has propelled thousands of salon owners to open and maintain the salon of their dreams.
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