The Dyson Supersonic r Professional will remain on sale on Dyson’s 'For Business' website page as well as via select trade distributors. It looks like the two versions are identical, except the 'Professional' version has a longer cable, making it more suited to use in a salon. The Pro version also has different colorways.

The new launch has been described as Dyson’s most powerful and lightweight hair dryer yet. Setting it apart from the other tools in the range, the pro hair dryer boasts a unique “r” design, making it 20 per cent smaller and 30 per cent lighter than the original supersonic, adding to its user-friendly appeal.

Dyson added the Supersonic r to its hair dryer lineup. It’s the brand’s lightest, smallest and most expensive model to date.

Does Dyson’s newest hair dryer actually live up to the hype? A few months ago, I had a consultation at Yukie Natori New York Salon & Spa when a specialist told me I was doing everything wrong with my hair.

Within minutes of using it, I was sold on the technology, ease, and sleek design. It was like nothing else I’d experienced. Now, there's a new Dyson blowdryer; the Supersonic R. This R-shaped tool is 20 percent lighter,