Technology and attachmentsDyson’s coanda effect – described as an aerodynamic phenomenon – is the technology at the heart of the airwrap. Air is directed at a specific speed and pressure so it naturally follows the surface of the attachment, pulling hair towards it and wrapping it around the barrel. A cool shot then helps set the finished style in place.The airwrap origin uses the same airflow styling approach as previous versions, but comes with a more streamlined attachment edit than the larger multi-styler kits that launched previously, making it a more affordable option.Instead of a full styling wardrobe, the origin includes three core attachments designed to cover everyday drying and soft-curl styling:a fast dryer attachment for rough-drying hair before styling a 40mm coanda curling barrel for loose curls and waves a loop smoothing brush to help create sleeker finishes while reducing flyaways The fast dryer attachment replaces the need for a separate hairdryer step, which is used to bring hair to around 80 per cent dryness before styling begins (but you can also just use it in place of a hair dryer if you want to dry your hair fully). Meanwhile, the loop brush uses airflow to smooth the hair’s surface while maintaining natural movement through the lengths.(Lucy Partington/The Independent)Compared with earlier complete versions of the airwrap, this attachment edit is noticeably more focused. Rather than offering multiple barrel sizes and several brush options, the origin model is designed to deliver the core styling experience in a simpler format – making it feel like a more accessible entry point into the airwrap range.How does the Dyson airwrap origin compare with the original?In terms of appearance, weight and feel, there are very few differences between the origin and the earlier airwrap models. The styling experience itself remains familiar, especially if – like me – you’ve used the tool before.I noticed that drying time felt slightly quicker than with the original airwrap, and being able to switch airflow direction on the curling barrel made styling feel more straightforward than earlier versions that required changing attachments mid-way through curling.For the best results, dry and style your hair in smaller sections (Lucy Partington/The Independent)The fast dryer attachment is particularly useful here. Despite looking technical at first glance, it proved simple to use and made it easy to take my hair from wet to ready-to-style quickly, without needing a separate hairdryer beforehand.The loop smoothing brush is another great attachment choice. It helped create a sleek finish through the lengths while keeping movement in the hair, making it a practical option for everyday styling rather than more structured blow-dry looks.While the origin doesn’t include the wider attachment selection found in earlier ‘complete’ kits, I still found it covered the styles I reach for most often – particularly loose waves, smoothing and quick everyday finishes. Plus, I have taken the body and the fast dryer attachment away on UK breaks with me to use as a standalone hair dryer (but be warned, UK Dyson tools don’t work abroad). Key specificationsAttachments included: Fast dryer attachment, 40mm Coanda curling barrel, loop smoothing brushHeat settings: 3Speed settings: 3Cool shot: YesMotor: Dyson digital motor V9Cable length: 2.68mSuitable for: Damp-to-dry styling, smoothing, loose curls/wavesStorage case included: No