Saturday, March 21, 2009

Picking the Perfect Hair Straightener

By Steve Belltran

How do you go about picking out the best hair straightener when there are so many options? Do you have naturally curly or naturally straight hair? Are you looking for a steal of a deal, or the absolute best hair straightener available, regardless of price? Usually, with hair straighteners, you get what you pay for. When you buy a cheaper product, you generally sacrifice in performance.

The temperature control on the product is necessary to regulate the temperature so that one can select the best heat setting for his/her hair type. This is required so you dont actually waste too much of time and heat while straightening your hair. A hair straightener will not only straighten the hair but also curl, flick and treat frizzy hair which leads to better results.

Ceramic elements are considered the best type of elements for a hair straightener. They are durable, heat up very fast, and hold even heat across the straightener. It is also recommended that you find a straightener that can get very hot, around 210 degrees. This will ensure that it makes quick work of your hair, which is a good thing.

The price range for straighteners can vary greatly, anywhere from $20-$220. There are very good straighteners throughout the spectrum of prices, but obviously the better straighteners are more towards the expensive end. Once you decided on your budget for a straightener, hop on over to Amazon and read as many reviews as you can to help you make your decision.

Be certain that you review all of the different materials used in the various straighteners you are considering. You want to ensure that, if possible, you choose straighteners that have tourmaline ceramic plates. These are top of the line, and anything less will definitely have a negative impact on the finished product, which is your hair. If you can afford it, it is highly recommended that you get a straightener made with these.

You also need to keep in mind what you expect from a hair straightener. This is because hair straighteners come with many extra features. They can also be used to create ringlets and locks. It is important to choose one with the desired features, as it saves your time and money. Certain straighteners also have an instant heat up capacity which helps save time and energy while straightening your hair since the consumer doesnt have to wait for a long period of time in the bathroom. This feature also enables you to run your straightener without becoming warm. More importantly, the automatic shutdown system helps maintain safety in case you accidentally forgot to switch off the straightener. A circuit breaker also acts as an added advantage to a good hair straightener.

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