Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer Review

Our Verdict

If you’re ready to take drying your hair seriously, the Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer is what you need. It is hands down the best hair dryer available today. It will dry your hair in less than 10 minutes while keeping the hair moisturized and healthy thanks to its unique technology (it’s mind-blowing really, more on that below).

Now a premium hair dryer isn’t for everyone. It’s expensive. But if you’re ready to upgrade from a model that’s most probably burning your hair and damaging your scalp, this is the absolute best option to chose. It will last you for a very long time (it comes with a 10-year warranty) and will moisturize your hair for a smooth and silky look.

I’ve been using cheap drugstore hair dryer forever. Until one day, my hairdresser told me to be more careful and stop damaging my hair.

This is the story of how I went from not thinking twice about my hair dryer to searching for the best device possible.

Summary

WHERE TO BUY IT

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OTHER PREMIUM HAIR DRYER

• The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer is probably the closest competitor to the Bio Ionic. It looks good, works great and also comes with an ionizer. Check our in-depth comparison of the two models below ().
• The Elchim Classic 2001 Dryer is a good alternative for a lower budget. It comes with two speed levels, five temperature levels and will last you a few years ().

Overview

WHO IS IT BEST FOR:

The Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed isn’t for everyone. Not because it’s expensive. With a 10 year warranty, I’m sure that it will come down cheaper than having to replace an inexpensive hair dryer every other year for that same period.

Because of its special technology that keeps the hair moisturized, the 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer might not be a good option for some people.

If you have long, thick, curly and/or frizzy hair, the 10x will be perfect for you. It will save you time by cutting by half the amount of time needed to blow dry your hair. And you might not need a hair straightener afterward. The Bio Ionic will leave your hair soft, light and smooth.

But on the other hand, if you have fine hair, the 10x Ultralight Speed might provide too much hydration to your hair. As a result, your hair might look a bit flat and lacking volume.

One month with Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer

I’ll be honest with you, I used to dread drying my hair. I’m lucky that I get to test tons of great natural shampoos and conditioners for Beauty Wise Up. But when it came to blow drying my hair, the results were always widely unpredictable. I would sometimes have to spend 20 minutes with my hairdryer, followed by another 5 minutes with a hair straightener.

This was especially the case when I didn’t use a natural conditioner as my hair would be fizzier after drying.

I would describe my hair as being fairly normal. It isn’t especially curly, but it’s thick and easily frizzy, especially when it’s hot outside. My haircut is about shoulder length.

All that to say that I expect many of you might be experiencing exactly the same thing I did.

So a few months ago, I asked the person whose opinion I trust the most when it comes to my hair: my hairdresser.

I don’t seem him very often, but when I do, I tend to discuss new products and techniques with him. He’s very knowledgeable and doesn’t mind sharing his thoughts while cutting my hair.

So when I asked his opinion about hair dryers, my hairdresser got very excited. He’s a bit of a geek and loves researching and testing new devices for his salon.

The first thing that he said was that my cheap hair dryer was bad for my hair. He had actually already told me that before, but what could I do. I can’t just wait forever for my hair to dry.

But he was right. No matter how good my hair washing routine is, I was damaging my hair and my scale by blowing hot hair on them.

My hairdresser recommended I tried the Bio Ionic hair dryer brand. That’s what they are using in his salon most of the time. He said the Gold Pro was ok but a bit heavy and that with my long hair I might need something more powerful. Enter the 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer!

I went back home all excited about trying something new. But when I saw the price online, I wasn’t so sure anymore. Still, I thought I would give it a try and just send it back if I wasn’t happy with it.

So 2 hours later the 10x Ultralight Speed was delivered to my door (Amazon Prime is pure magic to me). I was so excited that I tried it on my dry hair right away.

Since then, the Bio Ionic has literally changed my hair drying routine. Especially when used after actually washing my hair 🙂

Nowadays, I only need 7 minutes to blow dry my hair. And if I’ve used a natural conditioner after my shampoo, I don’t even need the straightener anymore. It makes a world of difference.

There are a few things that make this hair dryer particularly good. First, natural volcanic rock minerals are used inside its motor to blow out negatively charged ions onto the hair. It might sound like gibberish. I certainly was very skeptical about it. But after doing some research online I understand now how it works and what it does. It’s fairly simple really. Check the explanation below if you’re interested.

In a nutshell, the technology mostly helps with drying the hair faster while leaving it moisturized.

Next is the power level. This hair dryer runs on 1,800 watts so it’s much more powerful than my previous model. It’s somehow also much efficient and thus environmentally-friendly. The 10x has zero EMF, ozone and carbon micro-particle emissions, unlike most of the other hair dryers. And it uses 75% less electricity as well.

And all that comes with a 10-year warranty! That’s how confident the manufacturer is in their product. No wonder Bio Ionic has patented the technology.(1)

Now I already knew that I loved my new hairdryer. But the real test came when I visited my hairdresser again.

I decided on purpose not to tell him that I had been using the Bio Ionic to see if he would notice a difference in my hair texture. And he did! Right away he asked me if I had changed something. My hair was less damaged and my scalp less irritated.

Mission accomplished 🙂

I’ve kept my old hairdryer as it wasn’t broken. It’s my travel companion now when I want to pack for just a day or two. But there is no way I would switch back for longer than that to anything else now.

What is negative ion infusion?

If you’re like me, you’re probably skeptical every time you hear some marketing made up concept to try to sell you something you don’t really need. I certainly felt that way when I heard about ion powered hair dryer!

So, I did some reading on the topic of negative ion infusion to understand why it’s so good for the hair.

Turns out, it’s not just marketing gibberish 🙂

Negative ions are molecules that are present in certain environments like mountains, waterfalls, and beaches. Once they reach our bloodstream, negative ions are believed to increase levels of serotonin in your body, helping to alleviate depression, relieve stress, and boost our daytime energy.(2)

What good does it do to your hair, you ask? Well, the Bio Ionic hair dryer uses natural volcanic rock minerals to emit those negative ions. The water on your hair will be broken down into smaller molecules that will dry faster but also penetrate the hair.

As a result, your hair is hydrated and conditioned from the inside. Moisture is kept in the hair, while the outside is dried and smooth.

And because less heat is required to dry your hair, it tends to prevent frizz and damaged ends that often happen with blow drying.

On top of that, and that’s the main difference between the 10x Ultralight and other ionic hair dryers, the Bio Ionic is produced with top-notch manufacturing quality and uses natural minerals to generate these negative ion.

The results

First and most important, your hair will look smooth and healthy. Mostly because the ion technology will keep it moisturized. But also because you won’t have to blow hot air over your head for 20 minutes.

A side benefit of that is that you may not need to use your hair straightener anymore. Which will also help prevent damaging your hair.

Your hair will also be less frizzy. Again, because it won’t be dried up after being exposed to overheating.

Over the long term, your scalp will also be healthier, which helps promote hair growth.

Other good features

There are a few other noteworthy features that I’ve come to love after using the Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed for the past 6 months. In no particular order:

• It’s light at just 1.1 pounds (500 grams).
• It has a swivel end where the power cord goes into the handle so the cord doesn’t tangle up as you turn it around your head.
• It saves energy. That’s because of the negative ion technology that dries the hair faster, but also because the motor is more efficient.
• It’s better for the environment than traditional hair dryers as it doesn’t emit EMF, ozone or carbon micro-particle.
• It’s relatively quiet, even compared to smaller hair dryers.
• And as mentioned above, it comes with a 10 year warranty.

About the brand: Bio Ionic

Bio Ionic was founded by hair stylist Fernando Romero who spent his career in beauty and fashion, beginning at the Vidal Sassoon salon in Beverly Hills. Romero later launched his own line of styling tools, hair care and straightening treatments under the brand Bio Ionic.

Bio Ionic is now one of the preferred choices for beauty professionals and hair stylists around the world. Their advanced natural ionic technology guarantees speed and healthy, hydrated hair.

What’s in the box

1. The hairdryer with a 9 ft long cord
2. A concentrator nozzle
3. A stylish carry pouch

Price: How much does the 10x Ultralight Speed cost?

Prices seem to vary online, but the best deal that we found was on Amazon for .

Other products from Bio Ionic

• The Bio Ionic Onepass Straightening Iron Black: if you still need a straightener after using the 10x, this is the one to get ().
• The Bio Ionic Whisper Light Pro-Dryer is a cheaper alternative but also less durable ().

Other hair dryers that are good for your hair

• The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer is probably the closest competitor to the Bio Ionic. It looks good, works great and also comes with an ionizer. Check our in-depth comparison of the two models below ().
• The Elchim Classic 2001 Dryer is a good alternative for a lower budget. It comes with two speed levels, five temperature levels and will last you a few years ().

Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer vs Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer

Let’s address the elephant in the room, shall we? When talking about high-end premium hair dryers, everyone will now be thinking about the Dyson Supersonic. It’s beautiful, modern and elegant. It works great. And it also emits ionized particles (although not from natural volcanic minerals). But, it’s also $100 more expensive ().

So is that extra 30% worth it?

Technically, Dyson is definitely more advanced. Air temperature is measured 20 times every second to ensure a consistent temperature that won’t damage your hair by avoiding extreme heat. Its engine is very powerful, that’s what Dyson is most known for, of course, so your hair will be blown dry really fast.

The most significant difference, however, is the four heat settings of the Dyson that the Bio Ionic doesn’t have. If you like to control the heat level, that will be important for you.

But are those 4 heat settings and a gorgeous design worth the extra money? That’s for you to decide.

Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer vs PowerLight Pro

The other hair dryer that the 10x is most often compared to is the PowerLight Pro, also from Bio Ionic.

The PowerLight Pro is a cheaper option () thanks mostly to its less powerful motor and lower quality minerals for the ionizer. Its warranty is also half as long, still covering you for 5 years though. But, the PowerLight Pro does come with a separate heat switch. So once again, if that’s an important feature for you to control, you might prefer this model over the 10x.

Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer FAQs

Question: What is the Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer warranty?
Answer: The Bio Ionic 10x Ultralight Speed Dryer comes with an amazing 10-year warranty. That’s something we would like to see more manufacturer offering!

Question: How can I contact Bio Ionic?
Answer: 1Bio Ionic’s customer support can be reached by phone at 888-755-6834 (toll-free) or by email at bioinfo@jdbeauty.com. You can also contact them via their website.

Photos by Beauty Wise Up, Amber and Bio Ionic.