Hair Straighteners – How To Buy (part 1)

How to choose a hair straightener

Hair straighteners have become more technologically advanced in the past few years. They perform better, are safer, and are more ergonomically comfortable than first generation straighteners and flat irons. But what do all these features mean, and do you need to pay a higher rice for the famous name brand irons? In this “how to buy” mini-series we’ll examine the technology behind the irons and straighteners to help you judge for yourself which hair appliance to buy.

Hair straightener brands:

The following name brands are listed just to show you how many different name brand flat iron hair straighteners are on the market today. This is not an all inclusive list, but these manufacturers have proven their quality and reliability over time.

• Sunmer
• CHI by Farouk
• GHD – Good Hair Day
• Sedu
• Solia
• HAI
• BaByliss

With the myriad of different name brands and all of their different models, choosing the right iron for your needs and budget can be very frustrating. The first thing you need to do is to make a list of what you need the iron to do. The next item to note is your budget and how much flexibility you have in where you decide to purchase at. The last thing to consider is accessories; do you need a small bag to store the iron, do you require texturizing sprays or cremes, do you want an all inclusive package that includes a dryer and a curler? Deciding these first will save you time and money when purchasing a new hair straightener.

Hair Straighteners – How To Buy (part 2) – Hair Straighteners – How To Buy (part 3)