Description
Dry and style at the same time with the Rowenta Brush Activ hot air brush. This rotating brush mimics a hairdresser’s movements: it turns on its own while it dries. It adds volume and shine, for a salon blow-dry at home.
Its two ion boosters reduce static for smooth, easy-to-style hair. The cashmere keratin coating, infused with argan oil, spreads the heat across the brush. The Rowenta Brush Activ turns in both directions, to style the right side as easily as the left. A cold air function sets the blow-dry at the end.
The box contains two brushes: one of 50 mm for long, thick hair, and one of 40 mm for short to mid-length and fine hair. The appliance weighs around 455 g. This Rowenta hot air brush takes a little practice, then becomes a quick routine. The appliance can be used from the age of 8, under adult supervision.
What you get
Rotating brushA blow-dry with volume
Ions and keratinSmooth, shiny lengths
Dries and styles at the same time
Turns in both directions
Two ion boosters

Our verdict on this Rowenta Brush Activ hot air brush
Review written by the Aura Capillaire team · Updated on 19 September 2026
We have read buyers’ feedback on this Rowenta Brush Activ hot air brush to pick out what comes up most often, good and not so good.
The strengths
- A brush that turns on its own, for an easier blow-dry once you have got the knack.
- Shiny, soft hair: thanks to the ions and the keratin coating.
- Rotation in both directions, handy for styling each side of the head.
- Two brushes supplied, of 50 and 40 mm, depending on hair length.
Good to know
- Fairly large brushes: even the small 40 mm brush can be too wide for very short hair. It works best on mid-length to long hair.
- A technique to learn: the appliance is a little heavy and can tangle hair that has not been detangled. Detangle first, work with small sections and let the brush turn without forcing it.
Where we lean: for a blow-dry with volume on mid-length to long hair, this is an effective rotating brush once you have got the knack. If you want more attachments, the BaByliss Dry, Straighten and Style below offers four. To compare other models, browse our hot air brushes.
Rowenta Brush Activ, Rowenta Volume & Shine, Calor Brush Activ or BaByliss Dry, Straighten and Style?
The rotating hot air brush comes from several brands. Here is how this Rowenta Brush Activ hot air brush compares with the three other most popular brushes.
| Brush | Accessories | Coating | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brush Activ Rowenta · this brush |
2 brushes | Keratin and argan | Volume and shine |
| Volume & Shine Rowenta |
2 brushes | Ceramic | Volume |
| Brush Activ Calor |
1000 W | — | Same principle |
| Dry, Straighten and Style BaByliss |
4 attachments | Ionic | Drying and smoothing |
The Rowenta Brush Activ’ Volume & Shine brush turns too, with two ceramic brushes and 1000 W. It is aimed mainly at volume. Our model adds the keratin coating with argan oil and two ion boosters.
The Calor Brush Activ rotating hot air brush follows the same rotating-brush principle, at 1000 W. Its listing does not mention ions. The Rowenta version relies on its ions and its keratin coating.
The BaByliss Dry, Straighten and Style rotating hot air brush dries, smooths and shapes with four attachments and an ionic function. It suits anyone who wants to vary their styles. The Rowenta is simpler, with two brushes.
Your questions about this Rowenta Brush Activ hot air brush
Does the Rowenta Brush Activ tangle hair?
It can tangle hair that has not been properly detangled. Detangle first and work with small sections. Let the brush turn without pulling.
Rowenta hot air brush for short hair?
The small brush is 40 mm, which can be wide for very short hair. It suits mid-length to long hair better. The large 50 mm brush is for thick, long hair.
What is the difference between the Rowenta Brush Activ and the Volume & Shine?
Both turn on their own and have two brushes. Our model has a keratin coating with argan oil and two ion boosters. The Volume & Shine has ceramic brushes.
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