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Home • Hair Products & Tools

11 Best Hair Diffusers Under $50

Because no one wants flat curls. 
15 Curly Hair Products Guaranteed To Upgrade Your Next Twist-Out
Andriy Onufriyenko
By Nikki Brown · Updated October 26, 2020

The amount of heat and pressure that comes from a blow dryer is enough to drive any curly girl crazy.

And when it’s applied directly to your strands, there’s no telling how much frizz will ultimately downgrade your freshly washed do. Thankfully, we have diffusers to soften the blow.

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The claw-like device speeds up drying time, helps maintain your hair’s natural curl pattern and doesn’t allow heat to directly hit your tresses. Most of us have experienced this magical product inside a salon, but having one at home for spontaneous use is even better.

These under $50 options are mostly universal, with a few exceptions, so be sure to read the fine print first! 

01
Bio Ionic Universal Diffuser

This one fits all Bio Ionic dryers and includes 12 air outlets for faster drying time. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Sephora $24 Buy Here
02
DevaCurl DevaFuser

Set your blow dryer on the lowest heat setting while using this cult favorite. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at DevaCurl $50 Buy Here
03
Beauty Headquarters Universal Hair Dryer Diffuser

Control the air settings on this universal diffuser by twisting the nozzle to your liking. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Amazon $13 Buy Here
04
BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium Universal Finger Diffuser

A universal option that disposes infrared heat for maximum drying. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Amazon $12 Buy Here
05
Drybar The Bouncer Diffuser

Define curls and reduce frizz with one of the newest diffusers on the market. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Sephora $34 Buy Here
06
Hairizone Universal Hair Diffuser

This truly universal option is made with lockable buttons, so you don’t have to worry about it falling off the dryer. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Amazon $19 Buy Here
07
Parateck Silicone Collapsible Professinal Hair Diffuser

This compactable, foldable diffuser is perfect for travelers who need to fit everything in a carry-on. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Amazon $12 Buy Here
08
Bed Head Curlipops Ionic Diffuser Dryer

No need for a blowdryer when you’ve got an all-in-one diffuser that comes with two speed and three heat settings. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Target $35 Buy Here
09
Segbeauty Hair Dryer Diffuser

Over 114 air outlets make this a high-powered option for those with a thicker texture. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Amazon $19 Buy Here
10
Stargoods Silicone Hair Dryer Diffuser

Collapsible for frequent travelers, this diffuser is universal to most cordless or professional dryers. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Amazon $13 Buy Here
11
T3 SoftTouch 2 Diffuser

This tourmaline-infused diffuser is the first of its kind to add volume and eliminate frizz on curls. 

The Under $50 Diffusers That Won't Leave You With Flat Curls
available at Sephora $30 Buy Here
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