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How to choose the right Shark Styling Tools for your hair type

Published May 17, 2024 • Updated May 4, 2026 - 4 min read

Shark styling tools can help you smooth frizz, boost volume, define curls and protect colour, but the best results come from matching the tool and attachment to your hair type. This article shows which Shark styler suits frizzy, flat, colour-treated and curly hair, plus how to use them well.

Key takeaways from this article

  • Choose the Shark styler that matches your hair type for better results and less guesswork.

  • SpeedStyle RapidGloss is a strong pick for frizz control, shine and fast drying.

  • SmoothStyle White suits flat hair that needs more volume and movement.

  • Use low heat and a diffuser for curls to reduce frizz and keep shape.

  • Kelly Wasley says heat protectant, sectioning and light product use improve the finish.

Shark SpeedStyle

We all want a good hair day every day and thankfully, you don’t need a Kardashian-level glam squad to make it a reality. Enter Shark – the go-to brand for salon-quality DIY styling. All it takes is the right hairstyling tools and hairdryer – hand-picked for your hair type – and a few expert styling tips and tricks.

Rest assured, there’s a Shark hair tool to tame frizzy hair, control curls or turn up the volume for luscious locks. Cue the Shark SmoothStyle White hair styler and Shark SpeedStyle Rapid Gloss Finisher and High-Velocity Hair Dryer – both wildly popular with beauty influencers.

“The Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss is a powerful 1700W hair dryer that will make your hair go from wet to dry ultra fast,” says Tracey Ellis, The Good Guys Buyer – Portable Appliances. “Avoid heat damage as the SpeedStyle will adjust the heat and airflow settings based on the attachment connected for smooth styling with no guesswork. The Shark hair dryer has five attachments, including a game-changing gloss enhancer for serious shine.”No doubt you’ve spotted Shark hair stylers on Tiktok and that’s because they’re so easy to use and packed with features that bring out the best in every hair type and texture.Follow our handy guide to find the perfect Shark hair tool for your hair type, as well as easy styling tips from top hairdresser Kelly Wasley, Creative Director at Salon@91 in Adelaide.

For frizz-prone hair

For effortlessly smooth, glossy hair – even with beginner blow-dry skills – the Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss is your perfect match. The hair dryer brush combines nylon and boar bristles to smooth and detangle strands before ceramic-coated plates smooth hair for a silky finish. But for a mirror-like shine in record time? It’s over to stylist Kelly Wasley: “Always use a heat protector before styling. Then work in sections, starting with the underneath layers. Avoid overloading the hair dryer brush to ensure smooth movement through your strands. For frizz-free locks, wrap your hair around the barrel and gently pull it down as you move through your lengths to smooth the cuticle."TOP TIP: Switch your Shark SmoothStyle from Wet to Dry Hair Mode for freshening up hair between washes, banishing bedhead and removing ponytail kinks.

"The Shark SpeedStyle White is a powerful 1700W hair dryer that will make your hair go from wet to dry ultra fast."

woman using Shark Speedstyle

For flat, straight hair

If you’re craving a bouncy boost, the Shark SmoothStyle White is a multi-tasking mane magician serving volume-boosting benefits too. “After heat protector, apply a golf ball-sized pump of volumising mousse to damp hair,” Kelly Wasley recommends. “Take small sections of hair from the top and wrap around the brush, lifting at the roots as you gently move the brush down to the ends. Finish by curling the hair under, or flipping the ends for added movement.”

For colour-treated hair

The best colourist on the planet can’t help your brunette tone stay brilliant or keep your balayage looking beautiful if your hair is fried. Kelly Wasley explains: “In damaged hair, the cuticle is wide open so colour washes out quickly – hello dull, flat tones! The cuticle stays closed in healthy hair and colour looks on point for longer.”That’s why Shark beauty created tools with built-in hair protection. For example, the ceramic-coated plates on the Shark SmoothStyle White distribute heat evenly, so you can dry and style your hair much faster, exposing it to less heat. And the 1700W Shark SpeedStyle Rapid Gloss Finisher and High-Velocity Hair Dryer dries at speed too, never exceeding 110°C to safeguard against heat damage.

For curly hair that’s difficult to manage

Got a complicated relationship with your curls? The Shark SpeedStyle Rapid Gloss Finisher and High-Velocity Hair Dryer includes a DefrizzFast Diffuser for glossy coils you’ll definitely fall for.Using a diffuser attachment with your hair dryer will dry curls evenly, enhancing their shape without frizz. Shark’s DefrizzFast Diffuser also has retractable and extendable prongs to suit all curl types and textures.For best results, Kelly Wasley recommends using a curl-enhancing product and a low heat setting. Then, tilting your head towards the diffuser while pressing it against the scalp, begin drying your wet hair in sections. "Keep the diffuser still until each section is dry, but avoid overdrying, or using it on completely dry hair,” Kelly says.

woman using Shark SmoothStyle

The best hair dryer attachments to nail the look

In addition to the DefrizzFast Diffuser, Shark’s SpeedStyle hair dryer comes with four more attachments to help you create a hair look you'll love. Not sure how to use Shark hair dryer attachments? Simply connect the attachment of your choice to your hair dryer via the magnetic clasp and get cracking.

RapidGloss Finisher: The high-tech heated surface tames frizz and flyaways while supercharging shine.

Turbo Concentrator: Precision styling for sleek, straight styles, this nozzle directs airflow exactly where you need it.

Express Touchup Brush: Use this rotating brush to smooth and shape your fringe, add texture to layers and ends or volume to roots.

QuickSmooth Brush: The flat-plated brush dries, volumises and smoothes for a salon-quality finish.

Why choose Shark styling tools?

Famous for iconic home appliances, Shark branched into hair care in 2021. In true, innovative Shark style, its hairstyling tools are packed with next-gen features for good hair days every day.

Want dream hair? There’s an ingenious Shark hair tool that will bring out the best in your locks. Head to The Good Guys in-store or online to find your perfect match.

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