December 15, 2025 – A consumer has reported a serious incident involving a Revlon dryer brush, which allegedly sparked and caught fire shortly after being plugged in and turned on. The user quickly disconnected the device, extinguishing the flames, but noted the product became extremely hot.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On November 19, 2025, a consumer reported an alarming incident involving a Revlon dryer brush purchased from Target. The user plugged in the device and turned it on as they typically would. Moments later, the dryer brush began to spark and subsequently caught fire. The consumer promptly reacted by turning off and unplugging the unit, which extinguished the flames. However, the device was noted to be “extremely hot to touch” even after the fire subsided. Out of fear, the consumer has not attempted to use the product again. The specific model of the Revlon dryer brush involved was not detailed in the incident report.
Safety Concerns
This incident highlights significant potential safety concerns associated with electrical hair styling tools:
- Immediate Dangers: The primary immediate dangers include the risk of electrical shock, severe burns from flames or the extremely hot device, and the rapid spread of fire to nearby flammable materials such as towels, curtains, or personal items. There is also a risk of smoke inhalation, especially in enclosed spaces like bathrooms.
- Long-Term Risks: While the flames were extinguished, an internal electrical fault could indicate a systemic issue with the product’s wiring, heating elements, or safety cut-off mechanisms. Such a defect could lead to repeated incidents or, in a worst-case scenario, a house fire if the product is left unattended or malfunctions during prolonged use.
- Who Might Be Affected: Consumers who own similar Revlon dryer brushes, particularly if there is an underlying manufacturing or design defect, could be at risk. This includes anyone using the product, especially if they are unaware of potential dangers or if children or pets are present in the vicinity where the device is being used or stored.
- Property Damage Potential: An uncontrolled fire initiated by a defective appliance can cause extensive damage to personal property, including countertops, cabinets, electrical outlets, and potentially lead to structural damage to a home. Even without widespread fire, charring or melting of surfaces is a common outcome of such electrical incidents.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own a Revlon dryer brush or similar hair styling tools should take these steps to ensure their safety:
- Immediate Steps to Take if an Incident Occurs: If your dryer brush or any electrical appliance sparks, smokes, or catches fire, immediately turn it off, unplug it (only if safe to do so without touching the hot or burning parts), and move away from the device. Do not attempt to re-use a device that has malfunctioned in this way.
- How to Check if You Own the Affected Product: Given that the specific model number was not provided in this report, owners of any Revlon dryer brush should exercise caution. Inspect your product for any signs of wear, damage to the cord, or unusual odors.
- Prevention Measures: Always supervise electrical appliances when in use. Unplug hair styling tools from the outlet immediately after use and allow them to cool down before storing. Never use an appliance with a damaged cord, loose plug, or if it shows any signs of malfunction. Keep appliances away from water and flammable materials.
- Reporting Procedures: If you experience a similar incident with a Revlon dryer brush or any other consumer product, it is crucial to report it to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.SaferProducts.gov. You should also contact the product’s manufacturer directly.
Manufacturer’s Response
Helen of Troy, the manufacturer of Revlon products, has not yet provided a public response to this specific incident report.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.