Philips Advanced BHD290 (BHD290/00)

Handsome and powerful

Philips offers a reliable "workhorse" for daily use with a reasonable price tag and high power — 2300 watts. The combination of power and high speed saves time: it will take 5-10 minutes to dry and style, depending on the length and thickness of the hair.

But the hair dryer will not only be a good helper in the daily routine, but will also please the eye with its appearance: the delicate pink colour is combined with smooth white lines and will definitely appeal to the female half. However with outward elegance, the device is quite bulky and weighty and after a while it will be felt in the hand. Yes, and you definitely can’t call it quiet, especially at maximum power.

ThermoProtect technology

The model has two airflow intensities (soft and strong) and two temperature settings (hot and warm). In addition, cold air is available for a final fix and ThermoProtect technology for effective drying at a constant, gentle temperature. Many mainly choose the latter function, as it protects the hair from overheating. And for extra shine and smoothness (especially in winter, when the hair is electrified after removing the hat), ionization is provided. The manufacturer claims that the hair dryer generates 4 times more negative ions compared to other models. Whether this is so — no one will think, but the hair after drying is really soft and silky.

Concentrator and diffuser included

To model hairstyles, along with a hair dryer, two nozzles are included: an 11 mm narrow concentrator and a diffuser of an asymmetric curved shape with long “fingers”. However they are plastic, so it is unlikely that they will be able to massage the head, but they do a good job of creating volume and curls.

In addition, the model has a removable filter for quick cleaning of dust and hair, a loop for hanging and a cord 1.8 m long. Of course, for more comfortable use without being tied to an outlet, I would like a longer cord.