Question 1

What is the Difference between the black dryer and the purple?

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I was considering purchasing this Signature Series (SS) model or the Black Gold Professional (Pro), so I asked Helen of Troy customer service for the differences (as of this writing, their website was of no help). They said the barrel of the Pro model is coated with 24K gold for heat distribution (it's painted black for looks), while the barrel of the SS is ceramic. They commented that 24K gold is very durable and added that ceramic is also durable but lightweight (not sure if they were saying that the SS is lighter weight than the Pro). The Pro's cord is longer. Otherwise, both units function the same. They said the Pro gets a bit hotter than the SS and therefore recommended the SS for my hair type (somewhat fine but not overly, lots of it, wavy/curly).

I've since tried both models and find the company's statements to be true. Both get very hot, so you'll want to take care with either model to avoid frying your hair if your hair is fine at all, but the Pro does seem very slightly hotter than the SS. I can tolerate the sound of the SS better than the Pro, but that simply could be variations in the specific units I tried. I couldn't tell any difference in the weight, but I didn't have them side by side. They do seem to be substantially the same except for the differences I've stated. Because the company recommended the SS to me for my hair type plus it's lower in price, that's the one I'm going with, but the Pro would have worked fine for me, too. They both did a good blowout in half the time it takes me with a round brush and dryer. I'm not sure the heat level of each makes that much difference up at these temperatures--they both get really hot. Both have a 7 year warranty.

Question 2

What is the wattage of this dryer?

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Hi, Thank you for your question. The Hot Tools Professional Detachable One Step Volumizer and Hair Dryer is 1100 watts.
Thank you.

Question 3

Is this brush designed for short to medium hair that is 4 to 5  inches and layered?

Accepted Answer

This smaller barrel works well for my hair that is about 5-6".  It took about 5 uses to get the knack of it.  It dries quickly but does not give quite the volume and lift at the roots that I'd  hoped for, so still use a velcro roller at the end. I was going to return it but I do like how fast and easy it is to dry.  It is better than the Revlon one I tried.

Question 4

will both both size barrels come with my order?

Accepted Answer

I only received the smaller size barrel.

ASIN	B08G66SCH7
ASIN	B08G66SCH7
Best Sellers Rank	#36,305 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #138 in Hot-Air Hair Brushes
Brand Name	HOT TOOLS
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (254)
Hair Type	Dry
Included Components	Styling Brush
Item Dimensions D x W x H	19"D x 25"W x 34"H
Item Nype Name	hair dryer; hot air brush; one step volumizer
Item model number	HT1098BG
Manufacturer	Helen of Troy
Manufacturer	Helen of Troy
Manufacturer Part Number	HT1098BG
Manufacturer Warranty Description	See Product Manual
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	Pro Artist Black Gold One Step Replacement Attachment 2.4 in
Model Number	HT1098BG
Number of Packs	1
Number of settings	2
Other Special Features of the Product	Replacement One Step Blowout Attachment
Power Source	B08G66SCH7
Product Dimensions	3.85 x 4.6 x 7.6 inches; 8.47 ounces
Recommended Uses For Product	Professional Salon & Spa
UPC	078729110980
UPC	078729110980
Unit Count	1 Count
Wattage	50

Hot Tools Pro Artist Black Gold One Step Replacement Attachment | Pro Drying & Styling (Medium)

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