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Sugar & Fluff’s Review of the Laila Ali LADR5603 Salon Ionic Dryer
Anyone going shopping on a tight budget just knows that coming home empty handed is the worst thing that could happen.
Luckily for all of us, the market gives us reliable and good options and the Laila Ali LADR5603 Salon Ionic Dryer is one to begin with.
What’s to know first about the Laila Ali LADR5603?
We’re not sure yet what’s going to impress you first on this hooded hair dryer: its very cute looks or its low price.
You’re definitely going to notice its color combination as the dryer comes with a black body and wire, whereas its bonnet is all purple. How to miss that when shopping?
As for the price, we just know that the hooded dryer is going to make happy anyone looking for a dependable dryer, for less than $50.
The hooded dryer isn’t just a pretty face and an attractive price, as it comes with many other good things attached.
From the ionic technology, to the adjustability and several settings, the hooded dryer is quite packed with features, considering its price.
Let’s take a closer look at the features!
As we mentioned, the hooded dryer presents ionic technology which sustains the locking in of moisture. This way, the risk for breakage of hair is reduced so your hair is going to look shiny and healthy, no matter how often you use the dryer.
Nevertheless, if you’re not interested in using the ionic technology, you can always turn it off by pressing the on/off switch. And just to make all things easier, the drier also features an on indicator light that informs you when the ionic technology is turned on. Fool-proof, right?
When it comes to the design, we need to mention the balanced airflow design which helps the drier dry your hair evenly.
The adjustability of the dryer isn’t bad at all and you can choose from the 2 heat and speed setting. This way, you can use just the right setting according to your hair styling. Additionally, you can give the salon finish to your hair style with the cooling setting of the dryer, which releases the cool air.
What about the design of the Laila Ali LADR5603?
The hood isn’t just pretty and purple, but also large so you can use a jumbo set of rollers when styling your hair.
The dryer also features a cord that has just the right length and a cord storage area that helps you when you’re done with the dryer and want to put it away.
Another thing that we really like about the dryer is its collapsible design that solves both the storage and the carrying problem. That’s right, you read well: the dryer is easy to store and to carry around too. It’s a lightweight dryer that is easy to collapse when you’re all done.
How to use the Laila Ali LADR5603?
The dryer has an 1875 watts’ power and if you think that’s not enough for your African-American hair, you’d better reconsider. The hooded dryer is going to dry the thick and curly hair even faster than expected.
The height is adjustable so you can adjust the dryer for best comfort. Even though the user manual isn’t clear on that (and that counts as a downside, for sure), you’re going to figure it out anyway.
The dryer is easy to turn on, easy to operate and easy to collapse when you’re done.
The hooded isn’t a soft one, but a hard top, which may not be the best option, but it compensates with the big size.
Keep in mind that the hooded dryer is a table model and you cannot mount it on wall.
What are our takeaways?
Even though the main qualities are pretty obvious, listing them is going to make it easier for you:
- The dryer looks pretty and cute
- It has a collapsible design for easy storage and traveling
- It features ionic technology
- Its adjustability is pretty great
- The hood is big enough to accommodate jumbo rollers
- It comes for a great price
Even though we’re not changing our mind over the minor issues, we think it’s important to mention them:
- If you’re looking for a model to mount on wall, this ain’t it
- The user manual isn’t very helpful on how to adjust the height
- It’s not the best option for color processing, according to some
- If you’re tall, you’re going to find the placement of the back vents a bit uncomfortable
Is it a must or a bust?
Reliable, adjustable, strong enough to dry the thick and stubborn African-American hair, the dryer isn’t just low-priced but also pretty looking. So, why not give it a try?
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Other hooded dryer reviews: the Salon Sundry Professional Bonnet Style Hood, the Pibbs 514 Kwik Dri, the PEBCO Pro Tools Ionic 2500 Stand Hood, the Tourmaline Tools 1059 by Hot Tools.
