Cosmopolitan Cotton Candy Straightener | Smooth It Out | Digital Control | Variable Temperature Up To 230°C

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ghd claims that their unique 'Air-fusion' tech (sounds science-y, right?) allows for ultra concentrated airflow to effectively dry and straighten hair at a lower temperature. Thus, avoiding stripping the hair of its natural moisture and minimising damage. Style your hair no matter where you are with ghd unplugged, the only cordless hair straightener that heats up in 45 seconds and provides up to 20 minutes* of continuous ghd styling performance on the go for swift, smooth and glossy hair, anytime and anywhere. Before first use, Unplugged must be fully charged for 120 minutes. We’d love to be able to tell you that hair straighteners are good for your hair, but all that heat does come at a price.

To keep hair sleek, Ky recommends: “spraying some soft-hold hairspray into a nylon bristle brush and going through the hair, rather than spraying product directly onto the hair. You can repeat this with a shine spray, which makes hair look super sleek and gives you that pro finish.” We’re sold. Hair drying hot brushes use hot air to dry and style the hair, combining the impact of a blow dryer and hair brush – the technique you've undoubtably seen your stylist use in the salon. Some are round, which help with creating a fuller, voluminous finish, while some are shaped like a paddle brush which creates a smooth and sleek finish. Instant Heating】Fast 30 second heat-up time. Professional length 2.0 m 360° swivel cable. Automatic safety shut off in 60 minutes and featuring 100-240V dual voltage so you can take it on all your worldwide travelWhile the rechargeable batteries in cordless straighteners are often heavy, that isn’t the case here, and the 9000 doesn’t feel at all awkward or difficult to use. A coloured ring at the base of the styler also continuously shows one of four colors, indicating how much battery is left while you style (don’t worry, this is all in the manual, too!), which we thought was a nice touch. Again, there are only about 30 minutes worth of juice to a full charge here, but this tool still allows you to enjoy wire-free styling for a bit less money than other models.

A little heavier and chunkier yet classy, it just feels like you have a quality product in your hands as soon as you take it out of the box. The more customization, the better, but at the very least, you want an adjustable heat dial on your flat iron. “Making sure that you are able to customize the heat is very important,” Lopez says. “ Not everyone can use a certain heat level, meaning some hair types do have to dip lower than most when they are flat ironing their hair, especially, for example, natural hair that’s very delicate around the hairline that’s been heat-styled often.” Heating element A flat iron that has floating plates, beveled edges, and rounded casing all allow for fewer creases and styling versatility. Lopez explains that smaller plates are better for reaching the hairline and close to the root, while larger plates will allow for faster straightening of longer hair and bigger sections. It goes without saying that the more modes, features, and design elements, the more expensive the tool. It turns itself off after 30 minutes of inactivity (no midday panics), and the extra-long 2.8m cord means it should reach most mirrors in your room. My whole head of hair took less than 30 mins to style – for a lazy girl with a lot of hair, that's pretty impressive. What's more, because the hair tool isn't as streamlined-looking as others in my arsenal, I was worried it would be heavy and make my arms ache like I'd done a weight session at the gym, but it's actually pretty light considering all the tech, weighing just 0.821 kg.Look for ceramic or titanium flat irons for your natural hair. Ceramic (Lopez's choice) holds the heat evenly, glides through the hair smoothly, and is ideal for a beginner, because the plates don't get overly hot. Taylor recommends titanium for someone who's a bit more experienced styling hair because of its overall smoother performance. Ceramic and titanium work on any hair type, but ceramic is gentler, while titanium is more efficient for hair that's resistant to straightening and needs more heat. Customization

Considering most hair straighteners range from between 190°C-210°C, and this device is set at 150°C (with the plates themselves coming in at 120°C), I was surprised to find I didn't have to re-style my hair at any point in between my next wash day. It really did live up to its frizz-free claims. Its ceramic plates are infused with Argan oil that will nourish your hair with vitamins A and E and other nutrients which will boost their shine and softness, leaving your hair feeling conditioned and cared for.Additional accessories: If you're planning on taking your hair straighteners away, consider accessories like heat-proof mats, silicone plate guards and travel pouches, that'll make styling on the go much easier. So, rather than the traditional version of a compact, why not opt for a wire-free straightener seeing as they're much more of a travel-friendly option – perfect for the fast-approaching summer holidays. With 1 inch ceramic plates and a max temp of 185ºC, not only does the controlled heat and power distribution make for healthier hair, but ghd also cuts your styling time. It took us less than 10 minutes to achieve the perfect curl - meaning more time in bed. A variety of temperature settings is also a good idea for damaged hair. The lower the temp, the less frying you’ll do to your delicate ends, so you can start on the lowest setting and work your way up.

Dyson’s hair tools are famous, partly because of the impressive technology involved, partly because they all come with a very large price tag, and the straighteners are the newest of the three. When testing, we found the Corrale effect a little unusual but very clever. Although the straightener is gliding smoothly over your hair, the process feels a little like you’re running it over tangled hair or as though it’s snagging – but don’t panic, it isn’t. This is the plates gathering and aligning your hair for the perfect flyaway-free finish. We also found that the straight results stayed put.David Lopez is an NYC-based beauty expert and celebrity hairstylist who has worked with Ashley Graham, Nikkie de Jager, and Hailey Bieber. Lopez is also a host on QVC and Beauty IQ, lead stylist for T3 Micro, Ulta Beauty Pro team member, Kenra Professional ambassador, and creative director of Glam Seamless. Best flat iron for tighter areas: FHI HEAT Platform Tourmaline Ceramic Professional Styling Flat Iron