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Shark’s £249 SilkiPro Straight Reviewed as a Lower‑Cost Wet‑to‑Dry Rival to Dyson

UK tests report sleek results on fine hair that typically require multiple passes rather than a single sweep.

Overview

  • Reviewers confirm the SilkiPro dries and straightens using RapidDry airflow and HeatSense ceramic plates, includes three interchangeable combs, and stands upright between sections.
  • On fine, naturally straight hair, results were smooth and glossy from damp with reduced flyaways, though not a dramatic one-pass transformation.
  • Testers expect thicker, curlier or frizz‑prone hair to see the biggest payoff from the added tension and airflow combination.
  • Practical drawbacks noted include a heavier, bulkier feel, a loose clamp that hinders waving or curling, orientation‑sensitive airflow, and combs that can pinch and tug.
  • Against rivals, it undercuts Dyson’s Airstrait at £450 and ghd’s Duet Style at £379, feels trickier to master, and may trail ghd for ultra‑glass shine, with Dyson’s airflow‑only design flagged for those prioritising lower heat contact.