First Impression: REVLON Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler for Natural Hair Review

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I finally got my hands on the Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler, and I wanted to share a quick first impression on my experience with the handheld device used to dry and style hair.

First, if you have not had the opportunity to read my introduction, “What is 4c Nappy Hair?” I would strongly encourage you to visit that post to gain insight into my hair journey over the last decade.

I am clearly late to the hype—the Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler has been on the market for at least three years now! It was one of the most affordable, innovative heat styling tools to make its debut in the Natural Hair community, and it was essentially a game-changer.

Some of your favorite YouTube naturalistas—such as NaturalNeiicey, Chizi Duru, Naptural85, NappyFu, and many more—have put this handheld device to the test and have shared their thoughts, which were relatively positive reviews collectively.

Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler
The Determining Factor

Although the reviews of others aided in my decision to purchase this dryer, they were not the ultimate determining factor.

The last time a heating tool was applied to my hair was back in 2016 (and never again — well, I did once attempt to straighten my hair with a clothing iron, which was an epic fail, so that does not count). However, after years of eliminating heat styling tools from my hair care to avoid heat damage, I decided to give in and purchase the Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler to help increase my hair manageability.

Let there be no mistake: I have reviewed phenomenal products on this platform that have contributed to my hair’s manageability compared to the beginning stages of my hair journey. However, being that I have extremely kinky, tight coiled textured hair, I struggle with the puffy roots (honestly, you would think my roots were matted based on how tightly coiled my texture is).  Because of that, I ordered this dryer with the intent to achieve a smoother, stretched finished from my roots—my main focal point—to my ends.

Now, let us delve right into how this raved about heat styling tool worked for moi, shall we?

Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler | $59.99 CDN

The Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler is widely recognized for its ionic technology paired with maximum drying power.

The ionic technology refers to molecules (ions) carrying a positive or negative charge. Negative ions are necessary in blow dryers and heating styling tools because they help to maintain a neutral charge on the hair’s surface. They work to break up water molecules—reducing drying time—and help to close the hair cuticle. This leaves your hair looking conditioned  and smooth while minimizing  frizz and static for an overall healthy, soft, and shiny strands.

Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler Specifications:

• Large Paddle Design
  Dries and smooths hair quickly.

• Lightweight, Ergonomic Design
  Built for maximum comfort and practicality while styling.

• Multiple Heat Settings
  Features cool, low, and high settings to provide complete drying and styling flexibility for all hair types.

• Detangling Bristles
  Help dry, smooth and style hair in “half the time.”

• Professional Swivel Cord
  Allows for tangle-free, effortless movement while styling.

My First Impression
with the Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hairdryer & Styler

If I am being completely honest, I set my expectations way too high.Those expectations were solely influenced by the overwhelmingly positive reviews from other users online. In this section of my first impression, I am going to lightly touch on four key areas: the paddle design, comfort, multiple heat settings, and the detangling bristles.

1. Design

Firstly, I can definitely appreciate the innovativeness of the large paddle design: it is sleek and black with a hot pink accent, closely resembling a detangling brush—with the exception of the built-in vents that release heat for drying. However, if you are someone like me who does not normally use a brush to detangle your hair, you will have reservations about handling the device.

2. Comfort

At first glance, the  size of the One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler intimated me; it comes across as a hefty tool due its broad handle. However, once you pick it up, the device is actually fairly lightweight. 

As a matter of personal opinion, I did not find the dry comfortable to hold or use— mainly due to that wide handle and the large paddle head.

3. MULTIPLE SETTINGS

Granted that the One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler received relatively positive feedback, a concern that most users shared was the limited heat setting on the device. 

The dryer provides three settings: Cool, Low, and High. With no medium heat setting available to select, many users had noted that when using the dryer on High, the device gets extremely hot— which could potentially result in heat damage if you are not careful. Whereas, the Low setting did not allow for maximum drying power to cut down on drying time.

• My Experience on Low Heat

Because I have a fine, low-to-medium density hair, I opted for the Low heat setting out of the two heating setting available. I did test out the High setting, but that was short-lived— the heat felt way too intense for my hair, and I was not willing to put my hair at risk of heat damage. Having the option to select a medium heat setting would have been so beneficial for me, as it would have ensured efficient drying power without over-drying or frying my my hair.

4. Detangling Bristles

I am not certain if there is a specific hand technique required when working through textured hair with a large paddle bristle brush, but I experienced a lot of snagging and pulling with this dryer. 

My scalp is fairly tender, and using the Low heat setting definitely did not cut the drying time in half; instead,  it resulted in more snagging and pulling. The entire drying process took at least an hour and a half, and even after all that work, my roots still did not smooth out, nor did my hair feel completely dry.

Final Thoughts

Overall, I am not impressed with how the Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler worked for me. The drying process took much longer than anticipated on the Low heat setting, the constant snagging and pulling from the bristle caused me to lose a lot of hair during the process, and most importantly, I did not achieve the smooth, stretched finish from roots to ends that I had hoped for.

However, I will not entirely put the blame on the dryer—I am sure my lack of experience handling a large paddle bristle brush on my extremely kinky, tightly coiled hair contributed to my unfortunate experience.

Nevertheless, I have every intent to give Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler another try. However, if I am still unsuccessful in achieving a smooth finished blowout from roots to ends, I am fully prepared to pass this handheld device along to my mother.

In the Comments Below

Let me know if you own the Revlon Pro Collection Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler, and what your personal experience with the device has been.