Kérastase is a comprehensive hair care brand offering solutions for various hair types and concerns with a focus on ingredients and specialized product lines. Dyson (Supersonic N9) specializes in hair drying and styling, emphasizing fast drying and heat damage prevention through advanced technology. The choice depends on whether the user needs a range of hair care products or a technologically advanced hair dryer.
| Attribute | Kérastase | Dyson (Supersonic N9) |
|---|---|---|
| Hair Type Suitability | Offers a wide range of products designed for various hair types and concerns, including dry and damaged hair, fine hair needing volume, colored hair, curly hair, thinning hair, and scalp problems like dandruff or oily hair. | Suitable for straight, wavy, curly, and coily hair. Attachments include a wide-tooth comb for curly and textured hair and a gentle air attachment for fine hair and sensitive scalps. |
| Key Ingredients | 4600 PPM Irisome Complexe, Abyssine, Aloe Vera, Ceramides, Xylose, Argan Oil, Camellia Oil, Maize Oil, Morpho-Keratine, Stemoxydine, Citric acid, Glycine | Not applicable for hair dryers. |
| Product Line Focus | Damage Repair (Resistance line), Hydration (Nutritive line), Color Protection (Chroma Absolu), Volume (Densifique line), Frizz Control (Discipline line), Curl Definition (Curl Manifesto), Scalp Care (Spécifique line) | Fast drying and styling while protecting hair from extreme heat damage. Aims to increase smoothness and shine while decreasing frizz and flyaways. |
| Scent Profile | Elixir Ultime: Mandarin, violet petals, and sandalwood. Reflection: Fresh lemony notes and powerful wooden touches. Nutritive: Citrus, lavender, and white musk. Aura Botanica: Zesty citrus and mint. Elixir Ultime L'Huile Rose: Floral scent with base notes of musk and white flowers, top notes of bergamot, iris, and green notes, and heart notes of freesia, Damascus rose, and fresh sea notes. | Not applicable for hair dryers. |
| Packaging Quality and Design | High quality | Often comes with magnetic attachments for easy adjustments. Some models include a presentation case for storage. |
| Price Point | Premium, luxury brand with a higher price point | Generally considered a high-end, premium-priced hair dryer. |
| Availability (Retail vs. Professional) | Available in both retail and professional settings, often found in high-end salons | Available through major retailers like Nordstrom, Best Buy, and Costco, as well as directly from Dyson. Some models, like the Supersonic r™, are initially targeted towards professional stylists. |
| Cruelty-Free Status | Not cruelty-free. Allows animal testing when required by law and its parent company, L'Oréal, follows the same approach. | Not available |
| Silicone Content | Some products contain silicones | Not applicable for hair dryers. |
| Sulfate Content | Many shampoos, including those in the Chroma Absolu and Blond Absolu lines, are sulfate-free | Not applicable for hair dryers. |
| Long-term Hair Health Impact | Regular use can lead to healthier hair, increased shine, and better manageability. Some users have reported long-term improvements in hair texture and thickness. | Intelligent heat control helps prevent extreme heat damage, contributing to long-term hair health. Less damaged hair reflects more light, making it appear shiny. |
| Technology | Morpho-Keratine Technology, Creatine R™, Thermo-protection | Intelligent Heat Control, Dyson Digital Motor V9, Air Multiplier™ Technology, Negative Ion Technology, Magnetic Attachments, Heat Shield Technology, Nural™ sensors |
| Price | Not available | Around $400 or more |
| Ratings | Not available | Not available |