Dyson has proved itself on more than one occasion in the hair tool world, there's no doubt about it. The Corrale, Dyson's hair-straightening iron, is one of the latest inventions to come from the brand.
From the Supersonic Hair Dryer to the Dyson Airwrap, Dyson is no stranger to a hair product or two and the Dyson Corrale straightener can create a variety of different styles. From curls and waves, to smooth and sleek with half the damage and the option to go wireless. But is it worth the nearly £400 price tag? Read our in-depth Dyson Corrale review below.
Dyson Corrale Hair Straightener: overview
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Pros
- Lower heat needed to style hair
- Looks lovely on your dressing table
- Has a lovely feel to the product
- Comes complete with tools and a case
- Option to use wireless
Cons
- Very heavy compared to other irons
- Difficult to handle and turn when curling because of the weight
- Have to remember to charge it up if wanting to use wireless
- Difficult to use plugged in as the wire easily comes out
| Temperature | Three precise heat settings (165°C, 185°C and 210°C) |
| Weight | 0.561 kg |
| Cable length | 4.34 m |
| Charge time (to full) | 70 mins |
| Cord-free run time | Up to 30 mins |
| Battery | 4-cell lithium-ion battery |
- OLED screen - Displays battery level, temperature setting and charging status during use
- Creates a range of styles - The curved outer body is engineered to support curl structure, helping you create curves and waves - as well as sleek, straight styles
- Up to 30 minutes cordless styling - Delivers the thermal performance of a corded straightener. Fully recharges in just 70 minutes
- Charging dock - Neatly stores and charges your straightener. Placing your straightener in the dock between styling sections of hair helps to boost charge.
- Auto shut-off and Safety lock - Switches off after 10 minutes of inactivity for added peace of mind. Safety lock for immediate storage after use.
- Ready to travel - Universal voltage and a Flight-ready feature let you travel abroad with your straightener.
Using the Dyson Corrale Hair Straightener
I have naturally curly and frizzy, quite thick hair. So, I always believed I needed the highest temperature straighteners in order to achieve that silky smooth straightened style. However, this straightener allowed me to straighten my hair at a much lower temperature, so it is great if you’re keen to reduce the temperature you expose your hair to. However, it was rather tempting to up the temperature to the highest setting to achieve the look in less time with ease.
The Corrale works using flexing manganese copper alloy plates. These plates shape around your hair to make sure your hair doesn’t fall out when you’re styling it, which is great if you have a lot of hair.
I found it nice to have the option to go wireless. However, as someone who is lucky to have plenty of plugs around the house, I found that I didn’t necessarily need the wireless function when styling my hair.
The straighteners themselves heat up extremely quickly. Be warned, however, as they do take their time to cool down. Make sure to keep them away from pets and children even when they’ve been turned off.
There’s also no denying how beautiful these straighteners look. They’re without a doubt the most beautiful hair styling tool I've ever seen, and they feel just as good as they look. So if having a nice-looking dressing table where you can leave your straighteners out on full display is important to you, then these are a perfect option.
I understand that in order to have the powerful wireless function, these straighteners have to have a larger battery, which I’m assuming is why they’re quite heavy. While this is perfectly fine initially, they’re quite difficult to hold after a bit. The weight makes it very hard to twist and turn them when attempting to curl the hair. Therefore I would prefer it to be lighter, especially if I struggled with joint pain or arthritis.
Dyson Corrale Hair Straightener: is it worth the money?
I’ve used my trusty pair of GHD hair straighteners to style my hair for as long as I can remember. From full curls to poker straight locks, I find my GHDs lightweight, easy to use and reliable every time, negating the need to buy extra tools like a hair waver tool. Another affordable product I tend to prefer is a hair dryer brush. They create more volume than a straightening iron for less money.
Personally, I find myself reaching for the GHDs over the Dyson Corrale every time. I’m not sure whether it’s because the GHDs are lighter and I find them easy to hold for long periods, or if I find they can curl the hair just as easily as they can straighten and curl the hair with ease. They're also generally quite a bit cheaper than the Dyson Corrale.
If you’re limited when it comes to plugs or you work in a salon where you’d prefer to go wire-free then I can totally see why this product would be more suited to you than other straighteners. Plus, it's a smart hair straightener with which you can create many youthful hairstyles a-top your head.
However, if you’re just wanting a pair of straighteners for at-home use on special occasions or to tame the frizz on a daily basis, I wouldn’t recommend these straighteners. They’re costly compared to others on the market which perform just as well.
Lorna White is a digital writer at Yours.co.uk and MotherandBaby.co.uk. She was previously a writer at Yours Magazine writing features and news stories before joining the digital team.
