Shark’s FlexStyle 5-in-1 Air Styler & Hair Dryer was the number one hot-air styler in the UK in 2024 – both in value and volume – earning itself more than 20,000 five-star reviews. In order to keep things fresh for 2025, the brand has created a new pearl pink version, exclusively available to customers at John Lewis.

Our version of the popular styling tool includes everything that comes with the original – a hairdryer and multi-styler with auto-wrap curlers, a paddle brush, an oval brush, concentrator, diffuser and storage bag – but finished in a unique-to-John-Lewis colourway. 

The FlexStyle features Coanda Technology, which uses a targeted flow of air to dry and style your hair without the heat damage that comes from other hairdryers. Then, with a simple twist, the tool rotates from hair dryer to multi-styler. The four styling attachments can each be used on three heat settings and three speeds, and there’s also a Cool Shot button to lock in your look.

• Two Auto-Wrap Curlers. The Coanda Technology automatically wraps, curls and sets the hair, using air power to wrap hair around the barrel and create curls in seconds. One curler attachment makes your hair flip out, the other turns it in. 
• Paddle Brush. Straighten while you dry, and speed up your routine. Powerful airflow combined with smoothing bristles create added tension to straighten hair and add shine. 
• Oval Brush. If you’re after a voluminous blow-dry look, this is your brush. Detangling bristles comb through your locks, while smoothing bristles on the rounded edge take your hair’s shine to a new level. 
• Styling Concentrator. Dry and smooth hair at the same time. Attach the slim, rotating nozzle to easily style at all angles. Once you’ve finished styling (with a round brush), set the shape by pressing the Cool Shot button.
• Diffuser. Purposely designed to lift and define your curls, with extendable prongs to reach and lift roots while drying. 
• Case. Perfect for travelling, the storage case is crafted from vegan PU leather, while the interior is cushioned with soft fabric material to help protect your tools between uses. With five compartments, it fits your Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 and accessories comfortably. Plus, the box comes with a handy styling guide, so you can create the looks you love with confidence.

I have shoulder-length, naturally wavy/kinky hair that’s also thin, which often results in flyaway hairs when dried with a hair dryer. I like accentuating my waves with a curling tong, but have previously shied away from all-in-one tools as I (mistakenly) thought they would be tricky to use.

The Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 has proven me wrong. The best thing about it is that you can transition so seamlessly from drying to curling your hair. It’s quick and easy to use – even for the technophobes among us. 

I love the new pearl pink colourway, but the biggest selling point of all is the fact that, when using these tools, there’s less heat damage to my hair. I really noticed a difference in the smoothness of my locks and, thanks to the concentrated air flow, there were much fewer flyaways, giving me a much sleeker look overall. 

If you’re looking for an easy-to-use hair styling tool that will save you time, while also protecting your hair, this is the product for you.

The price point makes it an investment but, when you consider how many tools are included, it’s actually great value for money. 

★★★★★