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What is Cool-shot button?

A blast of unheated air to set the style.

Short answer

Some cheap models only drop to warm; a true cool shot should feel room-temperature.

Cool-shot button when buying a hair dryer

A blast of unheated air to set the style.

Why it matters: Cooling hair after heat locks the shape — stylists rely on it.

Look for: Some cheap models only drop to warm; a true cool shot should feel room-temperature.

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