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Parlux Alyon with Magic Sense diffuser
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This gift set pairs the Parlux Alyon, a long-running Italian salon dryer, with Parlux's Magic Sense diffuser and two concentrator nozzles. It is listed for curly hair and suits anyone who diffuses regularly and wants a straightforward, high-wattage dryer with no app or sensors. The diffuser is the reason to choose this bundle over the plain Alyon.
- Comb attachment
- None listed
- Diffuser
- Yes
- Wattage
- 2,250 W
- Heat settings
- 4
- Listed hair type
- Curly
In its favour
- The Magic Sense diffuser is designed for curls, drying the roots without over drying the ends.
- A 2,250 W motor with four temperatures and two speeds.
- Two concentrator nozzles are included as well as the diffuser.
Good to know
- There is no comb attachment for stretching roots as you dry.
- Two speeds give less airflow control than the Dyson tools.
Our take
The Magic Sense diffuser
Parlux describes the Magic Sense as a purpose-made diffuser for curls. Its openings are placed to balance temperature and airflow, and the maker says it dries the roots without over drying the ends while reducing frizz. For curly and coily hair that tends to be dry at the tips, that is the right design goal.
The listing does not give the diffuser's diameter or prong length, so check it fits your hair length if you have very long curls.
Motor and controls
The dryer is rated at 2,250 W, with a re-designed variable geometry heating element. It has four temperature settings and two speeds on two separate switches, placed for comfort, plus an instant cold shot button. Air Ionizer Technology is included.
Two speeds is a short range compared with the four on the Dyson Supersonic r Curly+Coily. If you like to diffuse on a very low airflow, test whether the lower speed is gentle enough for your curls.
Hygiene and upkeep
The body is painted with an anti-microbial finish enriched with silver powder, which Parlux says discourages micro-organisms on the surface. A hair catcher system at the intake is meant to keep the motor working well for longer. Parlux also cites recyclable materials and low noise as part of its approach.
Cable length and warranty are not stated in this listing, and the item weight of 1.56 kg likely includes the box and accessories.
Against the Shark and ghd options
The Shark SpeedStyle Pro FLEX has a diffuser too, plus Scalp Shield mode and a folding handle, but a lower 1,700 W rating. The ghd Helios gift set adds a radial brush to its diffuser and has a slightly lower 2,200 W rating. The Parlux keeps things simple: more watts, separate heat and speed switches and a curl-focused diffuser, with no smart features.
Verdict
The Parlux Alyon diffuser set is a strong choice for curly hair if you want a powerful salon dryer and a diffuser built for curls without paying for sensors or apps. If you need a comb attachment for stretching coily roots, a Dyson Supersonic r Curly+Coily is the better fit.
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Amazon listing title: Parlux Alyon Hair Dryer & Diffuser Gift Set In Night Blue. Light, Long Life Professional Hairdryer With Air Ionizer Technology. 2250 W Blow Dryer With 2 Speeds, 4 Temperatures & Magic Sense Diffuser.