irons can be irritating at this point. Most of the time people just throw their irons wherever they can. After using it, we just keep the hot iron on the table without thinking. This can be dangerous if you have toddlers or small kids playing around. Another mistake that everybody makes is wrapping the power cord around the irons. This may seem to be an organized approach but ends up damaging the cord if the iron is still hot.

Investing in a good curling iron holder can help you a lot. You should consider several factors before selecting one. Firstly, check the dimensions of your own curling irons. Holders come in various shapes, which should match the size of the curling iron. Next comes the material that the holder is made up of. Make sure that at least the inner layer of the holder is composed of heat resistant material. Having the entire holder made of heat resistant material would be the better option if possible. This would allow curling irons to be kept inside the holder right after they are used instead of waiting for them to cool down.

Most curling irons have a long power cord. Check to see whether your holder has an extra pouch for the cord. You will usually need to fold it up and strap it inside instead of stuffing it haphazardly. This will aid in keeping the irons compact. Another important thing to consider is the price. Cheap holders can be as little as $20 whilst well equipped holders can cost over $100. It would not make sense to buy a curling iron holder which is more expensive than the curling iron itself. However, if you own a high end expensive iron, try to get a holder which is just as good. Often you can get a blow dryer holder and curling iron holders built as one unit. Curling iron holders are available in different colors, but do not let a flashy look deter you into ignoring quality.

Curling Iron holders are very helpful if you go on a business trip or take a vacation and need to carry your own curler along with you. Not only will they protect the iron from incurring damage, they can prevent your clothes from coming into contact with the irons in your case. Some holders come in unique designs to accommodate other hair products such as hair strengtheners and hair gels. They are great when it comes to saving luggage space.

base to set on a counter top or sink, and the blow dryer sits securely in the cradle of the adjustable stand. With most hair stands, the neck can be raised to the desired height and the flexible neck angled to accommodate the user.

Why a hair dryer stand?

For stylists who benefit from being able to style hair during the drying process, a stand is a valuable tool.  Not only can professionals benefit from this styling aid, however.  People recovering from surgery, people who have limited range of motion or cannot hold a hairdryer, and disabled persons will all find styling their hair a much easier task with a stand.  Of course, if you need to curl, diffuse, or straighten without the help of a stylist, a stand is for you also.

Different styles of hair dryer stands:

Although stand alone bonnet-style hair dryers can be purchased, the hair dryer is still the tool of choice for creating a salon look.  The most common type of stand is one that has either a round or pronged foot base, and can be set on a bathroom counter or vanity top.  These stands are typically adjustable up to 36″ and have flexible necks to angle the hair dryer and cost between $15 and $20.

For a hands free dryer stand with a little more eccentricity, Hair Art sells a light, chrome-colored spiral stand.  This model is not adjustable but looks great and the price is right, about $14.

For a professional, a stand need to be sturdy, portable, and reliable.  A stylist with the budget can buy a salon-quality hooded hair dryer on a stand with wheels for about $150.  This is the perfect choice for a salon, and the low noise generation will be more comfortable for customers.

The choice of stand really depends on where and how it will be used.  When most of the styling is done in a hurry at the bathroom sink, a simple sturdy stand that adjusts to the necessary height, and accommodates a multitude of different hair dryer brands, should work well.  For many hair stylists this may be an option also.  The hood dryer on wheels is useful when one has to sit underneath with a hair net on.

Perhaps the best use for a hands free hair dryer stand is in the home, for people who want to save time and effort, or need the assistance to finish their hair.

There are lots of different types of holders and mounts on the market. These range from those ideal for professional salon use through to those ideal for home use.  You will have to decide which style and type best suits your workspace, but you can be sure you can find an ideal model on the internet for your needs. Curling iron holders and hair dryer organizers vary in price dependant on type and style. Due to their size and easy portability, you can easily buy on the internet at great prices knowing you won’t get stung on delivery charges.

Some of the types of blow dryer holder you can choose from include:

Salon Style Multi Tool Multi Mount holder 5 Tool – Ideal for mounting on trolleys or at work station or can be mounted on a flat surface. Made from hard steel, the holder has 1 blow dryer fitting suitable for a 3” diameter nozzle, 2 large curling or flat iron fittings to suit curlers up to 2 ½ inches and 2 curling iron holes for curlers up to 1 ¾ inches. Width of holder is 15 inches hole to hole and 11 inches across the base plate, weight 3.7 lb. Price $40.

3 Tool Multi Blow Dryer Curling Iron Storage – These holders are constructed from steel in a black finish for mounting on any wall or Kayline Brand rollabout workstation. Suitable for one blow dryer up to 3 3/8” nozzle and 2 flat irons 2 ½ inches wide. Overall width of holder is 12 ¼ inches and includes a 3 outlet power strip supplied with an 8ft power cord. Price $48.

Contemporary Style Stainless Steel Single Hair Dryer Holster – Constructed from stainless steel for table mounting, suitable for a blow dryer and up to 3 flat irons this stylish and contemporary holder comes with three power points for easy use and on off base switch. Expect to pay $40.

Contemporary Cork Screw Wall Mounted Holder – Ideal for the traditional or modern bathroom this corkscrew style holder comes with chrome or polished nickel effect, easy to wipe clean. Measures 3 ¾ inch long, weighs 1 lb and has an 3 inch opening for use with blow dryer nozzles or handles. Price from $19

Counter or Wall Mounted Hair Dryer Holder – Holds 1 dryer, 5 irons and 3 shears in a silver anodized aluminum holder. Can be mounted on wall or counter with removable back plate for wall mounting. Hold blow dryer with nozzles up to 2 ½ inch diameter and irons up to 1 ¼2 diameter. Model is 12 ½” wide x 5 ½” deep and 8 ½” high. Price from $99.