How do I use a hair dryer in Brazil?

Which is a good hair dryer for thick curly hair?

Thick hair will take much longer to dry and will be difficult to do so without hair going frizzy, so the best option for thick hair will be an ionic hair dryer and for curly thick hair we suggest a diffuser as both are able to manage and dry hair smoothly without frizz. Both the X5 Superlite Ceramic Ionic or a Hot Tools 1044 Ionic Travel Dryer will be suitable as they both have powerful motors, ionic outlets and bundled diffusers - avoid buying a blow dryer with a motor which is less powerful than 1600 watts as this won't be strong enough.  [10] [11] [AD]

Which is the smallest dual voltage hair dryer for Brazil?

• To dry thin or fine hair on the go then a ceramic 1200 watt Conair MiniPRO is the cheapest small ionic hair dryer available to buy.
• For a hairdryer which is both small and lightweight enough to carry in a handbag then a 10.5oz BaBylissPRO Tourmaline Titanium is recommend. With a removable filter and tourmaline outlet that can emit infrared heat for a glossy finish this dryer has options which are normally found with bulkier models.

Both of these mini hair dryers support dual voltage and when used with a suitable power adapter for a Brazilian power outlet they should work in Brazil and fold conveniently making them small enough to be carried for styling on the go. Both include a concentrator, have 1.5m electric power cables and have a 2 speed motor.  [12] [12] [13] [AD]

Is a blowdryer allowed on a flight in Brazil?

According to the TSA guidelines for hair dryers there is no restriction on carrying a mains powered blow dryer in your carry on luggage through airport security in the United States. The TSA suggests that you should check that your airline who is flying you to Brazil will allow blow dryers onboard and that it will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. Packing your blow dryer in a dedicated heat resistant protective travel hair dryer case leaves it easily accessible for airport security checks, it can be packed away quickly avoiding a tangle of cables in your carry on luggage (the TSA recommends wrapping wires tightly around electronic items such as hair dryers). If you intend to pack fragile or expensive blow dryers in your hand held luggage then it is advisable to use hard carry on luggage as this offers the most protection against knocks and bumps during transit.   [16] [17] [18] [AD]

Are there hair dryers in hotel rooms in Brazil?

It depends on the hotel and the quality of the accommodation. Hotel room hair dryers are normally found in the bathroom, these could be of a slower air hose variety, or could be found in the bedroom cupboard, drawer or wardrobe. If staying in budget hostels, motels and hotels a shared hair dryer could be available at reception, however that might involve waiting in turn for other guests. If you are uncertain about the hotel hairdryer policy you could either call ahead to your hotel in Brazil or check on the booking web site to find out what type of hairdryer is available for guests. Hotel hair dryers are usable but normally rudimentary models lacking a diffuser, notorious for low heat and providing slow air speeds. Those worried about hygiene might want to check for any grime from other guests on a communal hair dryer as the hotel room service might not have scraped this off when cleaning the room.

For travellers who aren't sure that a suitable or germ-free hair dryer is available should put their mind at rest by bringing their own dual voltage travel hair dryer or telephone their hotel in Brazil to check beforehand.  [2] [AD]

Should I bring a domestic blow dryer or a travel hair dryer to Brazil?

It is preferable to packing a dual voltage travel hair dryer as opposed to packing an existing domestic blow dryer to Brazil (marked with 'For domestic use only') as it is safer to assume that it will work with the 127 or 220 volt power outlets used with a Brazilian power outlet (provided that you bring the correct power adapter for Brazil). A travel hair dryer will typically feature a collapsible handle and are lighter which helps reduce the size and weight when packed in travellers luggage compared to packing a domestic blow dryer. Please note that packing your expensive domestic hair dryer could place it at risk because of potential loss or damage in transit by an airport baggage handler. The inconvenience and costs involved in repairing an expensive quality domestic blow dryer in Brazil could overshadow the cost of buying a cheap dual voltage travel hair dryer ^[2] and a suitable travel hair dryer case before travelling to bring with you .  [17] [AD]