To have a perfectly smooth brushing at home, nothing better than opting for a straightening iron. But when making your choice, it can be difficult to navigate with the multitude of references that can be found on the market. Technology, power, plate size, price … Discover our selection of the best hair straighteners as well as our advice on how to choose them well!
Do you want to buy a straightener that meets your needs and those of your hair? Except, it's true that choosing a hair straightener isn't always easy. How about we give you a little help? We conducted our survey to find out which we think are the best hair straighteners in different categories.
The ghd Gold straightener for its double heat sensors
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The ghd Gold straightener is equipped with a new technology called dual-zone, which means it has two heat sensors rather than one as seen on other straighteners. These double sensors allow better control of the temperature of the straightener. In addition, the device heats up to 185 ° C, a temperature considered to be the most optimal for straightening hair without damaging it. And if you want to transform your hair into pretty curls, you can, the straightener also acts as a curler.
Is the design of your straightener important to you? You should like this ghd model: its matte black, rounded edges and shiny plates make it a true pro straightener.
Characteristics :
- Heating time: 25 seconds
- Max temperature setting: 185C °
- Technology: ionic
- Weight: 0.5 kg
- Plate material: ceramic
Why do we love him?
Its double sensors which ensure an always perfect temperature according to the type of hair. We also appreciate its automatic standby mode which turns off the device after 30 minutes of inactivity. Convenient for heads in the air!
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The L’Oréal Professionnel Steampod steam straightener for its professional quality
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You want to invest in a straightener that will allow you to have a hairstyle worthy of a professional: it is possible! The L’Oréal Professionnel Steampod 3.0 is a high quality steam straightener, the technology of which allows perfect straightening. Steam straightening is known to last longer than regular straightening, your hair will also be shinier and softer to the touch. Now more ergonomic than its predecessor, the Steampod 3.0 has a reservoir directly integrated into the handle, which makes it much more manageable. It also has a constant and automatic temperature control according to 3 levels (from 180 to 210 ° C) which adapts according to the type of hair.
Characteristics :
- Heating time: 15 seconds
- Max temperature setting: 210C °
- Technology: steam
- Weight: 0.3 kg
- Plate material: ceramic
Why do we love him?
Thanks to its steam technology, 2 passes on the same wick are enough to make it smooth. It also adapts very well to different types of hair. We also appreciate the integrated water tank which offers a large capacity and allows a complete smoothing in one go.
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Dyson's Corrale cordless straightener for its technology
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The latest innovation from Dyson is simply unique. It is the only straightener with flexible plates designed to conform perfectly to the hair, providing less heat and therefore less damage. The device also has intelligent heat control thanks to an integrated sensor system that regulates the temperature of the plates 100 times per second (yes, just that!). The Corrale straightener offers 3 precise temperature settings (165 ° C, 185 ° C and 210 ° C) to suit different hair types. Wireless, it offers up to 30 minutes of battery life. Of course, the price is expensive, but we are facing a real gem of technology!
Characteristics :
- Heating time: 15 seconds
- Max temperature setting: 210C °
- Technology: ionic
- Weight: 0.5 kg
- Plates Material: Manganese Copper Alloy
Why do we love him?
Its wireless functionality is its strong point. You can use it anywhere at any time or when you don't necessarily have an outlet nearby. We also like its flexible plates which allow less damage to the hair while offering a shiny and silky smoothing. Special mention for its simply stunning design!
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Remington's Keratin Therapy Pro straightener for its low price
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Who says cheap straighteners does not mean poor quality straighteners. We therefore set out in search of a straightener at an affordable price, but whose qualities remain more than honorable. As a result, we found the Keratin Therapy Pro straightener from Remington. The plates of this straightener are equipped with a high quality ceramic coating, enriched with active microcomponents of heat activated keratin. Thanks to this technology, this device protects your hair during the entire straightening period and promises up to 57% additional protection against breakage. Its integrated digital display has 5 settings (between 160 and 230 ° C) to adapt the temperature according to the type of hair.
Characteristics :
- Heating time: 15 seconds
- Max temperature setting: 230C °
- Technology: ionic
- Weight: 1kg
- Plate material: ceramic
Why do we love him?
The hair is protected throughout straightening thanks to its ceramic coating enriched with keratin.
Its high protection sensor ensures an always optimal temperature by regularly recording the moisture level of the hair. Finally, its heating time is ultra-fast.
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The Saint Algue Demeliss steam straightener for its quality / price ratio
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As said before, steam technology for straighteners is great for preserving our hair, especially when used regularly! The Demeliss Titanium steam straightener from Saint Algue has a large 40 ml reservoir which provides you with 25 minutes of continuous steam. If you have long and / or thick hair, its wide plates will be a great addition to your hair.
Why do we love him?
Its wide plates are ideal for thick and / or very long hair. Thanks to its 6 steam outlets, it offers you optimal hydration and protection throughout the straightening process. Finally, its retractable heated side comb that allows you to disentangle when passing the iron.
Characteristics :
- Max temperature setting: 230C °
- Technology: steam
- Weight: 1.18 kg
- Plate material: titanium
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BaByliss Pure Metal 2-in-1 straightener for its 2-in-1 use
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Thanks to its curved heating outer coating, the Pure Metal 2-in-1 straightener offers the possibility of achieving beautiful curls or a wavy effect very easily. The plates with a Diamond Ceramic coating give the hair a perfect glide. Its ionic technology reduces static electricity for shiny, frizz-free hair. The device offers 5 temperatures which can be set from 150 to 230 ° C.
Characteristics :
- Heating time: 15 seconds
- Max temperature setting: 230C °
- Technology: ionic
- Weight: 0.15kg
- Plate material: ceramic
Why do we love him?
Thanks to its curved heating plates, it allows you to create pretty waves. The removable thumb rests allow you to use the device in complete safety. Its anti-frizz ionic technology eliminates static electricity and enhances shine. We also love its pretty rose gold color.
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How did we select our products
For this comparison of the best straighteners, we have taken care to study several criteria:
The coating and size of the plates:
Depending on the type of hair, these are two criteria to take into account when buying a straightener.
Technology :
The devices selected have steam or ionic technology which are the two most widely used technologies on the market.
The power :
The straighteners all heat up to a temperature of at least 185 ° C.
Ergonomics:
All devices are easy to use with quick and easy handling.
Ergonomics is a very important criterion, especially if you use your straightener very regularly.
Customer reviews :
Selected products receive at least 4 stars on Amazon.
Our advice and questions
– What sizes of plates?
The choice of the plate size will depend on the nature of your hair. The long and rather thin plates are for normal, fine, short or medium-length hair and the wide plates are suitable for hair that is more difficult to style, very long, frizzy or frizzy.
– What temperature ?
Here too, the temperature of your straightener must be selected according to your hair type. Because even if it is true that the higher the temperature, the faster the straightening, this high power is not recommended for the finest hair which will risk being damaged.
Here are the temperatures that we recommend according to your type of hair: Very damaged hair: 80 ° to 140 ° C
Fine hair: 140 ° to 170 ° C
Normal hair: 170 ° to 190 ° C
Wavy hair: 190 ° to 210 ° C
Thick hair: 190 ° to 235 ° C
But there are also straighteners capable of automatically adapting their temperature according to the type of hair to be straightened.
– Which coating to choose?
The material of the plates is an important consideration when choosing your straightener. The three most common coatings are ceramic, titanium, and tourmaline. The ceramic facilitates gliding and the diffusion of heat. It is ideal for fine hair for a silky and shiny result. Titanium is a light material that offers effective straightening, but will not be suitable for hair weakened by colorations and discolorations. Finally, tourmaline, which is a semi-precious stone, is the ideal coating for frizzy hair, because it will limit static electricity and frizz.
What are the differences between a classic straightener and a steam straightener?
In addition to its main function which is to straighten the hair, the first difference that can be seen on a steam straightener is its format which will be more voluminous than a traditional straightener. Due to its steam function, the device is composed of a tank which must be filled with demineralized water before each use.
Its advantage is to release steam in order to prepare your hair before the passage of the plates. This protects your hair from heat damage. If you have thin and / or sensitized hair, a steam straightener is the most suitable device.
– Use your straightening iron correctly
Once you have selected your ideal hair straightener according to the various characteristics mentioned above, it is now important to know how to use your heating device properly.
If you straighten your hair after washing it, take the time to dry it well. Running your iron on hair that is still damp is the best way to damage it, and in the worst case, dehydrate the hair fiber and make it brittle.
Last thing, do not iron the same wick ten times, at the risk of seeing your lengths cry out for help!
– Protect your hair with a specific product before straightening
The step not to be neglected is undoubtedly the application of a spray thermo-protector before passing the straightener. It acts as a protective heat barrier and also simplifies the gliding of the device.
– Apply a moisturizer after smoothing
In the same way as we apply a treatment before, it will be advisable to apply another one after! Indeed, to finalize your smoothing and especially hydrate your lengths after the passage of heat, opt for an oil or a cream that you will apply lightly and evenly over the lengths.
A smoothing that lasts is above all a smoothing that has been done carefully. Take your time by separating your hair into different sections and smoothing strand by strand.
Once the smoothing is finished, you take your hair dryer again and put it in cold mode and run it for a few seconds, always positioning the air flow downwards in the direction of the lengths. This little trick allows you to fix the hairstyle.
You can also put the odds in your favor by opting for a smoothing shampoo and conditioner.
Finally, to keep it smooth after a night's sleep, always brush your hair before going to bed and tie it into a low ponytail with an elastic that doesn't leave a mark.
There is also an ancestral method which consists of winding its lengths in a strip of fabric called the Kardoune.
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