There are literally hundreds of hair straighteners on the market, so knowing which ones to buy and how much to spend can be something of a dilemma. Perhaps the best advice out there when it comes to buying a reputable and reliable set of hair straighteners is to read up on reviews and seek advice from a top hair salon.
If it is durability combined with effectiveness you are looking for it might be worth investing in professional hair straighteners. Professional hair straighteners may be on the expensive side but they are designed to withstand years of usage. In addition to durability, salon hair straighteners will be top of the range when it comes down to technology and effectiveness. The most commonly used type of professional hair straighteners would have to be those with ceramic plates. Ceramic plates are far kinder to the hair and allow you to pass the straighteners along the length without causing rasping. Metal plates on the other hand often have rough surfaces which ultimately cause damage with continuous use.
Another reliable type of hair straightener, also preferred by the professionals, is that of tourmaline. Tourmaline generates negative ions which help smooth and seal the hair therefore locking in moisture and colour in the case of dyed or highlighted hair.
Other features to look out for when buying hair straighteners is an adjustable heat setting. This is particularly useful for those with fine or barely wavy hair. A long cord is another important feature as it avoids becoming all tangled up when working your way around the head.
Paying a little more may therefore be the best option and not only for durability and functionality. In the long term professional hair straighteners will be without doubt much more cost effective, not to mention satisfactory regarding the end result.
