If you're a beauty enthusiast, you probably have fallen victim, at any point in your life; to the myth that heat damages your hair. But here's the thing: Heat itself does not necessarily harm hair. In fact, when applied occasionally, healthy strands are actually capable of withstanding temperatures of up to 450 degrees F (232 degrees C)! 

So yes, using hair dryer regularly won't necessarily damage your hair and some would even make your hair look more manageable, depending on the kind of hair dryer that you use. 

MYTH: All hair dryers are created equal

"all hair dryers will damage hair so I just avoid them all." 

Um... not quite. It all depends on the techniques. Generally, of course you would want to avoid using any heat appliances too close to your hair or you might risk damaging it. But there's a recommended way of using hair dryer, actually. Researchers at the Department of Dermatology and Institute of Hair and Cosmetic Medicine at Yonsei University in South Korea discovered that “Using a hair dryer at a distance of 15 centimetres with continuous motion causes less damage than drying hair naturally.”

MYTH: Any hair dryer is fine, as long as it does the job it's supposed to do

Well... if it's a one time thing or an emergency, then yes, using an affordable hairdryer would do. But if used regularly over time, it could probably leave your hair with some irreversible damage.

When it comes to your hair, spending your hard-earned money on products or appliances that will ensure your hair is effectively protected and treated is always a wise investment.

Myth: Hair dryer cause unruly hair and hair fall

The truth is, your hair can STILL get frizzy and prone to hair fall even without a hair dryer. Remember: hair dryers are NOT the enemy here. Some hair dryers in the market are actually really good for your hair and even your scalp. 

If you happen to be on the lookout for a hair dryer that does it all, you might want to check these out:

Panasonic Hair Dryer (2000W nanoe™) EH-NA65-K655

This Panasonic hair dryer contains ultra-fine nano ions that will provide moisture into your hair while heat-drying. How it works is that the nanoe particles would penetrate into hair to maintain optimum moisture balance and well moisturised hair equals shiny, mess-free hair. 

It comes with a few attachments, one of which is called the Quick Dry Nozzle, which emits alternating strong and weak airflows so that each strand of your hair can be dried rapidly. It also comes with Healthy Mode to ensure that you're not using excessive heat and of course the cool settings. Tip: Always choose a hair dryer with a cool setting so your hair won't be damaged with too much heat.

Check out a lot more features of this hair dryer for yourself HERE. 

Panasonic Hair Dryer EH-NA98RP655/K655

If you could only buy one thing this month, we'd suggest you go ahead and add this to your cart. This hair dryer really does it all: it protects your hair, scalp and even your skin! Confused? Here's how that works:

It comes equipped with Moisture-rich nanoe™ which moisturises hair and scalp while the Nanoe™ and Double Mineral Ions guard against UV radiation and brush-related damage. It could also reduce split ends, thanks to its nanoe™ + Double Mineral properties. 

+ Intelligent temperature control mode

This EH-NA98 hair dryer's built-in sensors automatically regulate the airflow temperature in accordance with the ambient temperature, so you could dry your hair comfortably without having to deal with too much heat.

+ Moisturise face with skin mode

The EH-NA98 hair drier offers so much more than a typical dryer thanks to a skin mode that stimulates nano-sized water droplets to moisturise your face. After your hair is styled, use it for a minute to achieve that bouncy moisturised skin. 

+ Scalp mode for healthy roots

You'll find a relaxing scalp mode on board that operates at a mild yet efficient 50°C to provide moisture and promote strong roots. We often neglect our roots when that's usually the most important area deserving of extra TLC. 

You can find more hair dryer models under the Panasonic hair dryer series through this LINK, and we bet you'll find one that suits your needs. Personally, the nanoe™ Hair Care Series is our favourite for their extensive features that extend beyond just hair care. 

Regular hair dryers might get the job done, but usually that means you'll need to sacrifice your hair health in the process. You wouldn't want that, would you? There's definitely no harm in spending a little extra and get one that can dry your hair AND protect it at the same time. After all, your hair is your best accessory, no? 

Lastly, you can always check out Panasonic's social media platforms and their official website to know more about their products, new releases and everything else in between. We have linked them down below for you guys, so click away!

Official Website: https://www.panasonic.com/my/

Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/mypanasonicbeauty

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mypanasonicbeauty

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