These 5 Hair Diffusers Will Give You the Defined Curls of Your Dreams

Curly hair requires a special kind of care. For optimum health, shine, and bounce, it needs a gentle touch,

lots of moisture, and the right products and tools. It's no secret, then, that creating a curly haircare routine can feel almost dizzying at times. With so many competing products, techniques, and philosophies, it's only natural to feel overwhelmed. 

While word-of-mouth recommendations are surely much-needed, most people need to go through some trial and error before finding the routine that works for them and their specific curl pattern. Luckily, there are a few nearly universal truths that can help. One of those truths is that a diffuser is almost always a staple accessory.

The purpose of a diffuser is to disperse the airflow of a hair dryer in order to encourage your natural wave pattern to form with minimal frizz or damage. According to Biolage curl specialist and celebrity stylist Cynthia Alvarez, "there are five different types of diffusers that each work to achieve different looks and work for different hair types." Keep scrolling to see all five types, and shop the best product picks from each one.