@Gabe_Way don’t worry about all the sarcastic comments here, so unnecessary ... I have the same question and actually googled it: what is anyone’s experience with carrying/using a hairdryer on the
Camino Frances?
Not because I am worried about looks, but because I have thick, fine hair that takes hours in whatever weather to dry close to the scalp, exacerbating / in combination with eczema on my scalp and inner ears. Super uncomfy, itchy, a bit gross, and leaves me prone to really painful ear infections. Using a hairdryer in combination with some prescription creme and drops is the only way I manage to keep it under control - and what my ENT doctor recommends.
So, for the sake of a comfortable, ear infection free Camino, this will be one of my luxuries. I’m going to be carrying a very tiny hairdryer to just completely dry those areas around my ears and the scalp that are prone to flaring up, once my hair is 90% dry (a good hair care tip for blow dryer users anyway... let it air dry mostly and then just finish it with heat.)
Also if you are using a small dryer and are very quick and considerate about it (just a few minutes, like under or no more than 3-5 min), the electricity usage critique is unwarranted. Finally, with regards to weight, people manage carrying laptops and camera gear: I think a tiny hairdryer will weigh in at much, much less.
I am still researching blow dryers as I obviously want the most lightweight, efficient, affordable one possible to invest in. It will be something I can use traveling or at the gym after. If I end up finding one worth recommending, I’ll post it here.
Remember it is your Camino: you do you for whatever reason!