Hey there! My name is Kudevis but my friends call me Kudevis, so you’re more than welcome to! Thanks for stopping by my site which I’ve put together to help people like yourself pick out a flat iron. Irons can be confusing if you have never owned one before (and even if you have). Whether you’re a newbie or a veteran, when it’s time to get a new iron the sheer amount of information can get more than a little overwhelming. I’ve done my best to sort through all of it here so you don’t feel like you’re buried under an indiscriminate amount of styling tools.
I started this site after I made the decision to get a new hair straightener. I am not a novice with irons by any means, and I’ve had just about every kind imaginable except for some of the newest options. When I realized how far the industry had come in the last couple of years, I decided it was time to try something new. A good flat iron can last for years, as long as you look after it and make sure you buy one that’s robust enough to take what you put it through. By doing your homework up front, you can make sure you not only get the right straightener for your locks, but you don’t end up spending an inordinate amount of money on something that doesn’t work for you. Believe me, I’ve been there!
Hair straighteners can range in price from $20 at the drugstore to $300 at the salon, and I intend to help you sort through the differences as well as how much you actually have to spend to get the straightener of your dreams.
Flat Iron Materials
Straighteners work because they have flat plates that get hot and touch together on either side of your hair. By doing that, they put heat through your hair follicles, trap in moisture and take out frizz. The plates on a flat iron can be made of several different materials, and they’re good for different uses. The best iron for you varies depending on the type of hair you have, the type of styling you want to do, and the amount of heat your hair needs.
The material of the plates dictates whether you will get consistent heat, a shiny finish, straight hair with a single pass or other specific needs. The speed of your straighten also relies on the type of plate you’re using.
Don’t worry if you’re already confused, I’ll go through all things material right here.
Can I Use Too Much Heat?
In short YES! You absolutely can use too much heat on your hair. Burning hair is not a good smell, it’s not a good look either! You may end up having to get a pretty severe haircut if you’re not careful about the amount of heat you put directly on your locks. Read through this to get an idea of what’s safe and what will leave you wishing for a good trim (or possibly a wig).
Hair Styling Beyond Just Straightening
A lot of people don’t know there are tons of ways you can style your hair with a flat iron, and this actually might help you decide what size iron to get. You can curl, wave, straighten, add body, twist and more – just with a flat iron! Your straightener is so versatile you can skip most other styling tools and save money by investing in one that will do all of this for you. I walk you through different options for styling with your flat iron so you get the hairdo you want.
The Best Of The Best(best hair straightener products)
Now you know a few things about how to pick the best flat iron and what you can do with them, these are my picks for the best that straightening irons have to offer.
1、Best Overall Hair Straightener
(BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium Digital Straightener)
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As far as titanium irons go, I don’t think you can do much better than the BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium. It’s my overall best pick because it makes the most of new technology and improves upon the quirks of old. I’m impressed!
2、Best Iron For Natural, African American Hair
(Rusk CTC RSK686/RSK732 Professional Str8 Iron)
If you have coarse hair that can be difficult to get the right amount of heat on, the Rusk RSK732 Titanium-Infused Flat Iron gets a standing ovation from the peanut gallery. Get even the most difficult hair straight– and keep it that way!
3、Best Professional Styling Iron
(Karmin G3 Salon Professional 1″ Flat Iron Review)
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If you only want the best and get your hair straight in one hot minute, try the Karmin G3 Salon Professional. It lives up to the seductive name and provides the ultimate in heat, style and design. You can manage almost any style with this straightener, there’s no question about it.
4、Best Value Hair Straightener for All Hair Types
(HSI Professional Flat Iron Hair Straightener Review)
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For enough iron at the right price, the HSI Professional 1 Tourmaline is the ticket. It isn’t perfect, but at less than $50 you can’t beat the value.
5、Best Ceramic Iron for Curls and Waves
(CHI PRO AIR 1″ Ceramic Flat Iron in Midnight Violet – Ionic Tourmaline Review)
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There is no better ceramic quality then a CHI. Hands down. No question. So the CHI Air Expert Classic Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron totally gets my vote for the most impressive ceramic option of the bunch.
6、Best Infrared Straightener for Coarse Hair
(Bio Ionic Onepass Straightening Iron Review)
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Aside from ionic and infrared technologies the Bio Ionic Onepass Straightening Iron has something that is entirely new to me: silicon covered plates. They get the hair more in order when you’re straightening, and they can save you a lot of time and reduce the amount of heat that you need. Personally, I think this one is great for African American hair.
7、Best Titanium Straightening Iron
(Izutech KTX 450 LT Pure Titanium Digital Flat Iron Reviews)
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Every now and then, you’ll find a straightener that does exactly what it should. The Izunami Flat Iron Ktx450 is that straightener. It straightens with incredible titanium precision, and it does a good job of keeping things that way.
8、Best Wet-to-Dry Hair Straightener
(BaByliss PRO Nano Titanium-Plated Wet-to-Dry Ultra-thin Straightening Iron)
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If you want to get good curl out of your flat iron and don’t feel like blow drying AND straightening, try the BaByliss Pro BABNT5073T Nano Titanium Wet-To-Dry. It has a thin housing that helps get the curls you want without that blocky shape that can be off-putting.
9、Best Straightener for Brazilian Keratin Treatments
(Onei MK-I Halo Ceramic Flat Iron Reviews)
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While the Onei MK-I Halo flat iron can be very effective on untreated hair, it’s perfect for those who have had a Brazilian Blowout (or keratin treatment). Both infrared and ionic energies are used to protect your hair from damage, allowing for a beautiful shine and long lasting straightness.
10、Best Flat Iron for Long Thick Hair
(Turboion Rbb Croc Classic Straightener Reviews)
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The Turboion Rbb Croc Classic Straightener has larger titanium plates that are great for getting your locks straight in no time flat.
11、Best Tourmaline Hair Straightener
(Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Ion Flat Iron)
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The Solia Tourmaline Ion Flat Iron really hits the mark for options that feature tourmaline plates. They’re sturdy and reliable, and the few quirks have nothing on the benefits.
Now that you know what the best options are, there are other things to keep in mind when you’re buying a set of new straighteners.
What Kind of Iron Do I Need For My Hair Type?
Whether your hair is easy to manage or requires a lot of time and effort, there are certain straighteners that are better for you. Compare your hair type to the ones on my list, and help narrow down the best way to care for your hair while still getting the style you want. You can read all about this right here
Hair Straightener Brands
You can (partly) make your decision based on the reputation of some of the brands, and I go through most of the major ones here to help you sort everything out. There are plenty of different manufacturers, and I think it’s best to know about them before investing in a straightener.
Size, Price and Reviews
Hair straighteners come in a lot of different sizes, and that can make it more difficult to decide which one is right for you. By learning about the type of hair you have, the kind of style you want, and the amount of heat you need, you can also figure out what the best size iron for your hair is. It does make a difference for the sake of speed as well as precision.
Flat irons start as low as $20 and go up to over $300, and on this site you will find both beginner and professional hair straightener reviews. So what’s the difference? Learn the difference between expensive irons and cheap ones before you make your decision.
Flat Iron Options
There is more to some irons than just heated plates, and the added perks can be enough to tip the balance toward buying a straightener that is different to a model you were originally looking for. Read through the different features you can get on an iron to help decide what’s best for you.
Does That Help You Straighten Things Out?
I hope these options help you narrow down what you’re looking for. I spent a lot of time getting everything together so you wouldn’t have to (not that I want any thanks for it).
Just about everything you could need to know about straighteners is right here. There are plenty of options listed, and enough information that you should be able to get what you need. It was hard for me to make my decision, but I think after all the research I’ve done, I’ve narrowed it down for my next favorite.
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