There are loads of hot brushes on the market though and they offer different finishes and work for a variety of textures – some suiting specific hair types more than others. So, if you’re a little confused where to spend and whether you need a blow-dry hot brush or a straightening brush, this guide is here to make life easy...

The functionality of the brush you choose is important to note as it determines at what point in your routine you can use it. Some blow-dry brushes are fine to use from damp but to use a straightening hot brush your hair needs to be completely dry, like when you use a straightener (we hope!). Straightening hot brushes on the other hand, are more like a combination of a hair straightener and brush, with heated plates or bristles to straighten as it combs through the hair. Anything that cuts our getting ready time in half is a welcomed addition to our beauty routine and we’re guessing you feel the same. If that’s the case, and you don’t have either a hair dryer brush or a hair straightening brush in your beauty tools arsenal, you need to remedy that asap. You see, a good drying hot brush will literally revolutionise your at-home blow-dry because let’s face it, unless you’re a hairdressing pro, the whole round brush and hairdryer technique is a little hard to master (and nobody wants arm-ache on a Monday morning). And a straightening brush, the other type of heated brush, is one of the easiest tools for a sleek finish.

Prepping your hair before using a hot brush is the same as the you need for a traditional blow-dry. Wash and condition your hair well so you remove all lingering product build up and then re-hydrate. And then – this is the crucial part – you need to add in a good heat protection spray to prevent thermal damage. Now repeat after me, I will not use a straightening brush on wet hair. You have to promise us this. If you value your beautiful hair even a little bit you have to let your hair dry completely before using this type of brush otherwise you risk causing serious damage to your strands. The typical blow-dry brush works across hair textures but is amazing for a big, bouncy blow-dry on finer hair types as the air flow helps to keep a bit of texture as it dries. “The results of a blow-dry brush on any hair type are similar to that of using a blow-dryer and large brush on that hair," advises amika Global Ambassador Naeemah LaFond. “The main point of difference is not the finish, but the convenience and the ease of use — you will no longer have to struggle with a dryer and a brush at the same time. Manoeuvring two tools especially when blow drying curlier hair types can be exhausting when doing it yourself at home.” Hair drying hot brushes use hot air to dry and style the hair, combining the impact of a blow dryer and hair brush – the technique you've undoubtably seen your stylist use in the salon. Some are round, which help with creating a fuller, voluminous finish, while some are shaped like a paddle brush which creates a smooth and sleek finish. Remington hair straighteners come with ultra-thin plates that are a brilliant option for achieving straight hair and soft curls. And have a look at our BaByliss hair straighteners too. Or, for frizzy hair, our range of wide plate straighteners is ideal for helping you achieve a glossy shine with a natural healthy look.