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What is Heat and speed settings?

Independent controls for temperature and airflow.

Short answer

Single combined 'low/high' switches limit control — prefer separate sliders.

Heat and speed settings when buying a hair dryer

Independent controls for temperature and airflow.

Why it matters: Fine or damaged hair needs low heat; thick hair needs high airflow. You want to mix both.

Look for: Single combined 'low/high' switches limit control — prefer separate sliders.

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