Since I was raised in the rainy, overcast state where Nordstrom has its roots (Washington), knowing how to shop for the best beauty deals during its exciting annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is part of my DNA. In fact, I believe the smart shopping gene runs in my veins, and I happen to have one of the few careers that lets me share my superpower of finding discounted beauty must-haves during the 26-day savings event. This time around, from July 12 to August 3, shoppers have access to a selection of the best products at jaw-dropping prices, and I already have my eye on a few standout hair tools that deserve your attention.
Blow-dryers, curling irons, and more are already landing in my virtual shopping cart, so I’m taking this opportunity to share the ones that caught my eye. Keep scrolling to discover the hot tools that I’ll be adding to my daily hair routine for glossy, smooth, and long-lasting styles. Pro tip: Bookmark these for easy access!
Best Hair Tools, Listed
Flat Irons
Bio Ionic
10x 1-Inch Styling Iron
To kick things off, why not try this lightweight iron with an ergonomic design? This one uses vibrating plate technology infused with Volcanic RockMX to separate and condition strands throughout styling, ensuring hair is smooth and polished.
GHD
Chronos Styler 1-Inch Flat Iron
Another flat iron I’ve had my eye on is this GHD find. It has ceramic floating plates coated with an ultra-gloss finish with a reengineered wishbone hinge with a sleek, rounded design ideal for easy-glide styling.
Dyson
Airstraight Wet-to-Dry Straightener
Going from wet to dry in seconds isn’t hard with this Dyson straightener. It reduces time spent drying and styling for a sleek, straight finish on multiple hair types using glass bead thermistors, a powerful motor, and lock feature.
Curling Irons
For bouncy, Hollywood-level curls, snag T3’s CurlWrap Curling Iron. It has a two-way AutoTwist switch for breezy barrel steering, nine heat settings, and two smart timer options for stunning styles that are long-lasting and frizz-free.
ghd
Soft Curl 1 1/4-Inch Curling Iron
If you like soft, windswept curls, the GHD Soft Curl 1 1/14-Inch Curling Iron might be your best bet. Featuring ultra-zone technology, ceramic-coated plates, and a temperature of 365°F, this hot tool locks in your curls with even heat.
Bio Ionic
1.25-Inch Long Barrel Styling Iron
Long barrels like the one on this Bio Ionic iron are key for creating effortless curls and waves. Its extended length makes it easy to style long hair (or the back section on shorter styles), and it’s infused with NanoIonic MX to quickly form your dream style.
Dyson
Airwrap ID Multi-Styler and Dryer Straight+Wavy Hair
If you ask any beauty editor for their go-to hot tools, there’s a good chance Dyson’s multi-styler will be mentioned. Designed with straight and wavy hair in mind, it dries and styles strands using intelligent heat control and static-reducing negative ions.
Hot Rollers and Wavers
Drybar
The Roller Club Hot Rollers
I’l admit it—I’m late to the hot-rollers club. Now that I’m here, however, I don’t see myself leaving anytime soon. These ones by Drybar stand out to me because they use cool-touch rims for easy styling and a quick-heating base to create defined curls.
If you’ve wished you could change the size of a curling iron’s barrel without trading up tools, try the Switch Kit Wave Trio. It has two different-size barrels and a wand with nine heat settings for precise styling across all hair types and textures.
Mermade
Double Hair Waver
Not everyone can get windswept, mermaid waves from spending endless days on the coast, but The Double Hair Waver offers the same look. It uses advanced intelligent heat technology and ionic ceramic plates to create effortless, heat damage–free waves.
Blow-Dry Brushes and Hair Dryers
T3
Airebrush Blow Dry Brush
Ideal for creating flawless waves and salon-level blowouts, T3’s Airebrush Blow Dry Brush combines the powers of IonFlow Technology and ion-enriched airstream. Plus, it has digitally controlled heat for polished results on all hair types.
Drybar
The Double Shot Blow-Dryer Brush
Another Drybar find I’ve been itching to buy is the Double Shot Blow-Dryer Brush. Using Ionic Technology to reduce frizz and add a lot of shine, it also has strategically placed vents for maximum airflow and three temperature settings.
T3
Afar Travel Size Hair Dryer
I’m on the go this summer, so I’ll be grabbing this travel-size hair dryer. Its auto dual-voltage design, T3 IonAir Technology, and six heat and speed combinations offer fast drying power when time is of the essence. It also has a stowaway folding handle for easy packing.
Dyson
Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer
Dyson’s Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer belongs in everyone’s hot-tool lineup. This one helps maintain the scalp’s moisture levels and hair’s shine by your scalp barrier from extreme heat. It also prevents overdrying for healthy, smooth strands.
T3
Featherweight StyleMax Dryer
I’ve taken more breaks while drying my hair than I’d like to admit using traditional hair dryers, but that’s not the case for this lightweight option. Optimized for all hair types with four attachments and modes, it defines and elevates your style.
