It’s a well-known Dyson Airwrap dupe, so if the price of the Dyson has been making your eyes water, the Shark FlexStyle may be the hair tool you’ve been lusting after, but you just didn’t know it. I've been lucky enough to have had the Shark FlexStyle in my life since 2023 and I honestly don’t know how I ever used to style my hair without it. So, read on to discover exactly why the Shark FlexStyle has been a game changer for me and for more details about the Black Friday offer. Hurry though, as I'm sure this deal won't be around for long.
SHOP: Shark FlexStyle
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Achieve salon-quality results at home without extreme heat using the Shark FlexStyle. Compact yet powerful, it features five attachments to help you reach your sleek, curly or wavy hair goals. Plus, it comes in a stylish carry case for easy storage.
Pros
- Reduces heat damage compared to other styling tools
- Lessen overall styling time
- Five attachments for endless styling possibilities
- Lightweight design
Cons
- May take some practice to perfect using all of the tools
- Three speed and four heat settings so you're in control of how much heat and air you use on your hair
- Auto-Wrap Curlers (one left and one right direction)
- Paddle Brush for smoothing
- Oval Brush for volume
- Diffuser for defining natural curls
- Styling Concentrator for sleek blow-drying
What does the Shark FlexStyle do?
The Shark FlexStyle isn’t just a fantastic hair dryer, it’s a versatile styling tool that can dry, curl, straighten and volumise hair with its five attachments. What the Shark FlexStyle can do will all depend on your hair goals. Whether you’re after sleek and shiny locks, bouncy curls or defined waves, the Shark FlexStyle has got you covered.
Here’s what’s in the box:
Styling concentrator: For precise drying and sleek blowouts
Paddle brush: Perfect for straightening and smoothing
Oval Brush: Boosts volume at the roots and adds shape to fringes
Auto-wrap curls: Two barrels (left and right) to create easy, effortless curls
Diffuser: Helps to define natural curls or waves
Not only will it help you achieve the hair you’ve been dreaming of, but it also does it with less heat compared to using separate styling tools – meaning less damage to your locks!
How we tested the Shark FlexStyle
I have very thick hair and before I got my hands on the Shark FlexStyle, hair wash day used to feel like a full-on event. Now, I can have my hair dry and smoothed within 20 minutes, cutting my styling time down by over half(!)
I’m someone who likes to wear their hair down and straight all the time so my go-to is using the style like a hot air brush. I use the styling concentrator to get my hair about 80% dry before then using the paddle brush to smooth down all of my layers and the oval brush to style my fringe and the ends of my hair.
When using the Auto-Wrap Curlers on the odd occasion I’m going out and want that more bouncy blow dry look, I’ve used the Auto-Wrap Curlers and found that they held their style for the whole night. I like that they use less heat than my regular curling wand, but they were a little tricky to get the hang of to start with. However, once I watched a couple of tutorials online (thank you YouTube) and did a couple more practice strands, I soon got the hang of it and I was surprised at just how quickly I was able to curl my hair with them.
The last attachment in the Shark FlexStyle bundle is the Diffuser. My hair is naturally very curly and frizzy so I don’t tend to wear my hair like that very often, but on the odd time I’ve used the Diffuser, it’s helped to add definition to my natural hair. I love how the pongs on the diffuser are adjustable so they can really get into the roots of your hair to add lift and volume.
My honest thoughts
Is the Shark FlexStyle worth the hype? In my opinion, 100 per cent yes. It’s changed the game for me when it comes to hair styling and I no longer dread hair wash day as I know the Shark will be able to give me salon-worthy results in no time at all. The tool’s versatile attachments, stunning black and rose gold aesthetic and lightweight design make it a winner in my books. Some of the attachments (mainly the Auto-Wrap Curlers) are a little tricky to get the hang of to start with but once you’ve got it, you’ll never look back.
Whether you’re looking to tame your unruly locks, perfect a bouncy blow dry or simply want to save yourself time on hair styling, the Shark FlexStyle more than delivers. It’s a fantastic alternative to high-end competitors (we’re looking at you here Dyson Airwrap 👀), offering similar results at a more accessible price point – especially during sales events like Black Friday.
SHOP: Other Shark FlexStyle options
Shark/AmazonYou can save a little dosh going for the 4-in-1 version instead. With four fabulous attachments (Style Concentrator, Oval Brush, Paddle Brush, and Auto-Wrap Curlers), you can create salon-worthy styles right at home. Oh, and did we mention it comes in a stunning stone colour? Super chic.
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Or, you can pick four attachments that suit your hair type and styling goals to build your perfect set. Choose from the original five attachments we've mentioned above or some of the new ones including 24mm Auto-Wrap Curlers, a FrizzFighter Finishing Tool, a 43mm Round Brush, or a Wide Tooth Comb.
Rosie Floyd is a Senior Home Product Writer for Closer. In this role, she specialises in home appliances, décor, and furnishings, as well as a touch of beauty and fashion. When she's not tapping away at her laptop, she can usually be found with a dog on her lap, watching the Mamma Mia films on repeat, singing along to 90s and 00s pop, or endlessly scrolling Instagram and TikTok.