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There are numerous hair care appliances. From electric shavers to brushes with ions... We'll make a list with the most common, talk about how they work and how much electricity they use.
Electric shaver
This category includes razors and shavers or hair clippers, which are used to cut the head hair.
These devices have a small motor that drives blades that section the hair. Keep in mind that many already have a base to recharge the battery, so the device does not need to be plugged in while being used.
They are small in size and volume, which makes shavers very versatile appliances that are easy to store and transport. They make it easier and faster to shave stubble on the face, as well as hair on other parts of the body.
In terms of energy use, they usually have around 30 W of power. Using an electric shaver for about 7 minutes a day would imply an electricity consumption of about 0.01 kWh per month.
Straightening brush
This device lessens hair volume and frizz. Many models have an ioniser function to complement the process. The brush has a resistance that causes it to generate heat, smoothing hair as it is brushed through.
Many opt for this type of device to straighten their hair when they don't want to subject it to the damage that can be produced by the intensive use of straightening irons.
This type of device usually has 30 W of power. Using the brush 5 times a week for about 4 minutes a day would incur an electricity consumption of 0.004 kWh per month.
Hair dryer
This is one of the most common small appliances found in homes. There is a wide variety of hair dryers, with different sizes, functions and powers.
The most common hair dryers have a resistance and a motor: the motor sucks in air and blows it out through the tube, while the resistance heats it.
In recent years we have seen hair dryers with greater control of air flow and temperature on the market, being controlled digitally. Their greatest benefit is that they cause less damage to hair.
A normal dryer reaches a power of 2,300 W. Using it for 10 minutes, 3 days a week would result in an electricity consumption of 4.6 kWh per month.
Some of the most modern hair dryers can have a power of 1,600 W. Using it 10 minutes, 3 days a week, implies an electricity consumption of 3.2 kWh per month.
Hair straighteners
Hair straighteners are another very common hair care appliance. They have a straightening function, but, depending on the movement we make with them, they can add ringlets or curls to our hair.
They have resistors that heat the plates the hair slides through. These plates can be made of different materials such as ceramic or titanium.
They are very versatile devices. Their size and easy handling make straighteners the perfect appliance to store anywhere and even carry about in a handbag.
Regarding their electricity consumption, they usually have around 60 W. Using for 5 minutes a day would mean about 0.15 kWh per month of electricity consumption.
Curling iron
Hair curlers have returned to the vanities of many homes. There are very different models, with different technologies.
On the one hand, we have the models based on the classic tongs, with a metal bar that is heated by a resistor and transmits heat to the hair, which is rolled. When released, the curl stays in the hair.
A second type of curling would be a thermal brush. It consists of a brush with a resistor inside that transmits heat to the hair that is rolled in the brush.
Finally, air curling irons have been marketed in recent decades. They have a motor and a resistor, like a dryer, but their design is focused on enhancing curls. This last type of curling iron has some advantages over the previous ones: they damage the hair less, since they use air and not direct heat. This is because their power and temperature are adjustable.
Let's look at the consumption of these two groups of hair curling irons:
Models based on thermal tongs and brushes have powers of 40 W. Using a curling iron 3 days a week for 7 minutes would result in a monthly consumption of 0.056 kWh.
The second group of curling irons, also known as moulders, have powers of around 2,200 W. Using one 3 days a week for 7 minutes would generate a monthly consumption of 3.08 kWh.
| Appliance | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|
| Electric shaver | 30 W | Using the shaver for about 7 minutes a day would result in a total consumption of around 0.01kWh per month. |
| Straightening brush | 30 W | Using the brush about 5 times a week for 4 minutes would result in a consumption of about 0.004 kWh per month. |
| State-of-the-art hair dryer | 1.600 W | Using the dryer for 10 minutes, 3 days a week, implies a consumption of 3.2 kWh per month. |
| Hair straighteners | 60 W | A use of 5 minutes a day means about 0.15 kWh of consumption per month. |
| Tongs | 40 W | When using the curling iron 3 days a week for 7 minutes, your consumption would be 0.056 kWh per month. |
| Stylers | 2.200 W | Using the stylers for 7 minutes, 3 days a week would generate a monthly consumption of 3.08 kWh. |
Energy efficiency in hair care
Keep in mind the following tips to reduce your consumption, generating a benefit for the Environment in addition to a saving on your electricity bill.
- Take a good look at the energy efficiency label of appliances before buying them. The higher the rating, the better the energy efficiency of the device you buy and that you will use frequently.
- Check your contract to see at what times of the day your consumption is cheaper. Take advantage of these times to use these appliances. You can also consult our rate recommender, where we will be happy to learn about your needs and show you our tariffs, which fit your way of life, so that you don't have to change anything about your routine.
- But if you're not sure what power you need, we can help you calculate the optimal power for your home.
- Finally, it is very important that you take care of your appliances by always following the instructions. This way your devices will always be in good condition, without incurring energy losses, and you will prolong their useful life.
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