The Dyson Airwrap is one of the best hair stylers on the market, so it's no surprise that it's one of the most popular, too. If you’ve been looking to get your hands on the hair styling wand that can dry and style tresses simultaneously, then chances are you’ve been out of luck lately.
Following Black Friday and Cyber Monday last year, when consumers clamored to get their hands on the much-loved hair styler even though there weren’t hefty discounts to be had, many retailers sold out. Even though 2022 is well underway now, it's still bee extremely hard to get your hands on the Dyson Airwap - whether that’s the standard pink and nickel colorway, or the limited edition Prussian Blue version, which first debuted in October last year and pairs a rich navy blue shade with warm copper accents.
However, it's all just become clear why, as Dyson has unveiled a new version of the Airwrap. Initially, it appears to look the same as the original hot air styler, but the attachments have been redesigned. The curling barrels no longer have to be switched halfway through styling as they can create both clockwise and anti-clockwise curl and waves.
The dryer head has also been overhauled as well as being able to take hair from wet to dry, it can also hide flyaways in hair creating a smooth sleek finish, just as a similar attachment for the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer does.
The new Dyson Airwrap will set you back $599 / £479.99 / AU$899, which makes it slightly pricier than the original version. It will go on sale in the UK at the end of March and is available to pre-order now, although in the US and Australia it won’t be available until at least June.
In the UK, the Airwrap is currently only available in a nickel body with copper accents. However, a Prussian Blue version, along with a copper/nickel option that uses the copper shade on the body and nickel as the accent, and the iconic nickel/fushchia model, are also listed on the website but marked as out of stock. The color options for the US and Australia have yet to be confirmed.
Think this all sounds great? We certainly do. But there's a catch, the new Dyson Airwrap won't be available until at least June this year.
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So what about it if you just can't wait a few more months to get your hands on an Airwrap? It’s not impossible to land one of these magical hair wands right now, but you'll need to spend a lot of time constantly checking retailers for stock, and in some cases be prepared to pay an inflated price.
In both the US and the UK right now, the only retailer with a good supply of the Dyson Airwrap is Amazon. Be forewarned, though, the online giant is taking advantage of the shortages by dramatically hiking the price.
Update: In the US right now, Ulta has stock of the nickel / fuschia Airwrap available. However, based on previous supplies, we expect these to sell out quickly, so don't delay in snapping one up if you've been itching to get your hands on an Airwrap. You can also still nab a refurbished Airwrap from Dyson themselves, although once again only the nickel / fuschia version is available - the purple/black option has sold out. However, there is currently no brand new stock available through Dyson.
Unfortunately in the UK, Dyson doesn't have any stock, refurbished or otherwise, and neither does any of the UK's major retailers, unfortunately. Stock drops have been few and far between in Britain - John Lewis was the most recent store to offer stock, but that sold out more than two weeks ago, and new supplies are yet to materialize.
We’ll be updating this article as soon as we’re aware of stock dropping, but if you're desperate to get your hands on an Airwrap as soon as possible, then it's worth regularly checking the retailers below.
We've also included some alternatives from beauty stalwarts such as Remington and Revlon, that offer the same functions as the Dyson Airwrap without the hefty price tag.
We’d also recommend considering a refurbished model, particularly if you're on a tight budget, as this can save you around $100 / £50. However, make sure you purchase a refurbished model from well-known retailers - Dyson itself offers reconditioned units, while in the US, they can also be found at retailers such as NordstromRack. Avoid marketplace sites as there are no guarantees on the condition of the hair styler.
Where to buy a Dyson Airwrap in the US
Where to buy Dyson Airwrap in the US: quick links
The US stores below carry the Dyson Airwrap regularly, and are worth checking out often
- Amazon - Stock available but at an overinflated price
- Bed, Bath & Beyond - No stock available right now
- Best Buy - Supplies are currently not available
- Dyson - Refurbished nickel/fuchsia models available
- Nordstrom Rack - Sometimes offer refurbished units
- Ulta - Stock currently available, but this changes quickly
Where to buy a Dyson Airwrap: Which US retailers have stock right now
Refurbished Dyson Airwrap Complete nickel/fuschia: $499.99 at Dyson
Dyson.com may have sold out of its stock of brand new nickel/fuschia version of the Airwraps quickly, but the brand does have refurbished models available and for $50 less than the list price. It comes with a one-year guarantee, along with all the accessories you get with a brand new model and a storage case. We don’t know how long stock will last, so we suggest you don’t delay in snapping one up.
Dyson Airwrap Complete Prussian Blue special edition gift set: $957.96 at Amazon
Amazon is currently the only retailer that has the Dyson Airwrap in stock in the US at the moment. However, it's clearly taken note of the shortages and raised its price accordingly. It's one possible option, but personally, we'd wait until other stores have more reasonably priced stock.
Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus: $45 at Amazon
This alternative from Revlon is considerably cheaper than the air wrap and features a 2.4-inch barrel that can be used to dry hair in a straight but volumized style or create soft waves. While it doesn't come with the same number of attachments, it does offer four different heat settings and the barrel detaches for easy storage.
Remington Pro Rotating Hot Air Styler AS8606: $63.74 at Walmart
This dupe from Remington certainly gives the Airwrap a run for its money. The Remington Pro Rotating Hot Air Styler AS8606 lets you create straight smooth styles as well as bouncy curls and while it doesn't come with the same number of attachments as the Airwrap, it is considerably cheaper.
Where to buy a Dyson Airwrap in the UK
Where to buy the Dyson Airwrap in the UK: quick links
Check the quick links below to find out which retailers have stock of the Dyson Airwrap in the UK right now.
- Amazon - In stock for an overinflated price
- Dyson - Currently out of stock, but often re-stocked within a few days
- Boots - More stock expected soon
- Currys - Stock went fast, but more supplies are expected soon
- John Lewis - No supplies are currently available
- QVC - Currently out of stock
Where to buy a Dyson Airwrap in the UK
Dyson Airwrap Complete nickel/fuschia: £824.99 at Amazon
Just like in the US, Amazon is currently the only retailer with stock of Dyson Airwrap in the UK right now, and similarly, the price is above what you'd expect to pay at other retailers. If possible, wait until stock appears elsewhere or consider an alternative to the Airwrap (below) rather than paying over the odds for the hair styler.
Remington Curl and Straight Confidence Rotating Hot Air Styler AS8606: £49 at AO.com
While the Revlon alternative to the Airwrap (above) is yet to be launched in the UK, you can get your hands on the Remington alternative on the other side of the Atlantic. It has two heat and speed settings, and according to Remington, the ceramic barrel is infused with Tourmaline to reduce static.
BaByliss Air Style 1000: £46.50 at John Lewis
In the UK, there's also the choice of this BaByliss Airwrap alternative, known as the BaByliss Air Style 1000. It comes with four attachments so you can create bouncy blow drys as well as soft curls and waves. There's even a heat glove included, to protect your hands when styling.
Why is the Dyson Airwrap so popular?
The versatility of this hair styler is what makes it so popular. Suitable for all hair types, the Dyson Airwrap uses warm air to create an aerodynamic phenomenon called the Coanda effect. This attracts hair towards the barrel and then either wraps it around to create curls, or propels air along the hair strands in the same way a hair dryer is used when blow drying, to create a sleek, smooth style.
Powered by the V9 digital motor, the Dyson Airwrap comes with an array of accessories, so you can create everything from curly, voluminous locks to a sleek, smooth style. There are even different thickness barrels bundled with the hair styler for tight curls and loose waves.
It’s stylish too - the design and presentation of the AirWrap is pretty much impeccable. It comes in a tan leather-effect storage case, which snaps shut via a magnetic clasp, and looks attractive enough to make you want to leave it out instead of tucking it away in your cupboard when not in use.
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Carrie-Ann Skinner
Carrie-Ann Skinner was formerly Homes Editor at TechRadar, and has more than two decades of experience in both online and print journalism, with 13 years of that spent covering all-things tech. Carrie specializes in smart home devices such as smart plugs and smart lights, as well as large and small appliances including vacuum cleaners, air fryers, stand mixers, and coffee machines.Carrie is now a copy editor at PWC.
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