Shark has reduced the price of its multi-use SilkiPro Hair Straightener and Dryer by £50 as part of a spring promotion. Originally retailing at £249.99, the two-in-one device is now available for £199.99. This innovative tool combines the capabilities of a hair dryer and a straightener, and according to the manufacturer, it can also be used as a curler.
Product Features and Design
The SilkiPro Hair Straightener and Dryer comes in plum and lilac shades, both included in the sale. It features heat-controlled ceramic straightening plates and powerful hair-dryer airflow, enabling safe drying and styling from wet or dry hair on all hair types. The high-velocity airflow delivers speedy, silky-smooth results that last throughout the day.
Beauty Editor's Review
Our Beauty Editor Zoe Cripps tested the device and shared her thoughts. On her fine hair, she found it undeniably smooth and noted that using it from damp hair cut down styling time as she didn't need to rough-dry first. Her hair looked sleek and glossy after several passes, with noticeably less static than she usually gets from traditional straighteners. However, she added that her hair type doesn't require aggressive smoothing, so while it looked polished, it wasn't a jaw-dropping transformation. She suspects thicker, wavier, or frizz-prone hair would see more of the 'wow' factor from the comb tension and airflow combo.
Comparison with Other Premium Tools
Zoe compared the SilkiPro to Dyson's Airstrait, which costs £450. She noted that the Shark tool feels a bit trickier to get the hang of due to its three-phase styling (stretch, smooth, style), but the Dyson is very premium-priced and takes some getting used to. She also mentioned that the Dyson Airstrait doesn't use ceramic plates at all, only airflow, which may reduce hair damage. Against ghd's Duet Style, which was £379 and now £269, the Shark feels heavier in the hand, but the comb attachments give it an edge for control. However, ghd arguably wins for an ultra-glass shine finish.
Customer Reviews
Potential purchasers can browse customer reviews on the Shark Ninja website. One consumer with very thick hair said the tool made their life much easier, as they hate drying and straightening. Another person with wavy/curly (2C) and very frizzy hair loved how practical the tool is, though they noted it cannot be used abroad due to its voltage. A third individual with thick curly hair found it blow-dries straight brilliantly, giving a lovely silk shine, and would definitely recommend it.
Alternatives and Other Deals
Beauty enthusiasts seeking a more budget-friendly styling tool might consider the Remington Shine Therapy Hair Straightener, currently available on Amazon for £24, reduced from £26.98. Its ceramic-coated plates are enriched with Moroccan Argan Oil and Vitamin E. At Boots, the BaByliss Smooth Pro Hair Straightener is on offer for £40, slashed from £80. This model has six digital heat settings, reaching temperatures of up to 235°C.
