What is the best hair straightener ever? please answer!?

I need a good quality straightener that won't damage my hair too much. I have thick, wavy hair. I need it to straighten my hair, keep it straight, and also leave my hair shiny and without frizz.



Please tell me which one you use, where you got it from, how much it cost, and how well it has worked for you on a scale of 1-10, 10 being the best.



I know a lot of people have used the Chi. If you recommend it, please include why it's worth the price. And if it lasts for a long time.What is the best hair straightener ever? please answer!?
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20-40 dollars/I have had it for about three years.What is the best hair straightener ever? please answer!?
I researched straightening irons last time I was going to buy one and had decided to get a Sedu.I don't live near a mall and there is a Sally close to my house and because I was sort of in a hurry to purchase one I thought I'll try one of theirs and if I don't like it I'll take it back. I bought a Jilbere Tourmaline Series flat iron at Sally. I think it cost around $.69.00 It is GREAT. Everyone that uses it says ';your hair iron is aw some!'; It was probably less than half of what I would have paid for a Sedu or Chi. On a scale of 1 to 10 I'd give it a 10. I really don't think it could do a better job.Do like I did, give it a try, and if you don't like it take it back. Trust me though, you won't take it back.Whatever brand you choose, make sure it's a tourmaline straightener. They are far less damaging to your hair. God bless!!
i use a paul mitchel SMOOTHING iron. it straightens your hair really good but dost make it so that once you straighten it you cant curl it or watever, you can still flip it out or culr it or watever, it was recomended by my hair stylest and i talk to people at the store and they said that it was one of the best out right now. i know chi is also a good brand, ive never used one but when i was looking at the chi smoothing iron, it didnt seem as well made as the p.m. it was rly light and didnt have any setings. well the p.m. was about a little over $150 with tax, and it has a lifetime garantee as long as you keep your original box and recipt, i got it from the style club. compared to the other straigteners ive had i would probably rate it a 9. most people think its just a personal referance between the paul mitchel and chi, and they are the top brands right now. but remember if you can try and get the smoothing iron cause it wont make your hair like fryed looking =)
Ceramic - and it's worth whatever the cost in your area. Shop the net, you'll probably find some within your price range.



Remember, it's not like your hair is going to suddenly go straight on it's own. So buy one that will last for years!
well i would tell you to get a CHI because i have thick wavy hair and that is what i needed to my cousin got a CHI and when she straightens it it looks relay nice so that is what i got it is around like 139 or 150 i would give it a 10 i have just gotten it so sorry i dot know how long it would really last but if you try eBay.com or slick deals or someplace like that you can try to get a better deal ad about damages my cousin also got this spray Worth her and she told me that it was with the CHI straightener so you wont get as many split ends as the other straighteners so it will keep your hair straight leave your hair shiny and without frizz and also one more thing if you feel like you also want to curl your hair then you can i went to a hair Salon place and they curls my sisters hair then straightened it it was really pretty if you dint know how i am not sure how to explain it but you can go to a hair salon and ask good luck.
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Farouk CHI 1 Inch Ceramic Flat Hairstyling Iron

From CHI

Price: $82.50



12 new or used available from $82.50



Product Description



Chi Original 1'; Farouk CHI Ceramic Flat Iron Model GF-1001 The CHI can be considered

one of the most versatile Hairstyling Irons on the market today. The CHI's ergonomic

design allows the user to flip hair up or curl it under with a twist of the wrist.

The CHI is ideal for straightening and smoothing the hair while the ceramic plates seal

in natural moisture. It's great to use prior to a Dry Haircut. The ceramic coated paddles

help prevent scorching hair color and helps reduce styling product build-up. Featuring an

extra long swivel cord to prevent tangling, the CHI has a concealed on-off switch inside

the handle to prevent accidentally turning the unit off when in use. The heat paddles are

recessed from the edges to prevent skin burns. Will automatically heat up in less than 10

seconds. Temperature is preset at 150-180 degrees Celsius(302-356 degrees Fahrenheit)

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CHI GF1539 Turbo Big 2 Inch Ceramic Flat Iron Hair

Straightener From CHI



Features: - Variable Temperature up to 356 Degree F

- On/Off switch on the Inside to Prevent Accidental

Turn Off - Swivel Cord to Keep from Tangling while Using

Price: $110 to 135

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Hi,

I'm a cosmetologist, so I think I might be able to help you!

First of all, the original Chi is worth the price. Farouk Systems makes a wonderful line of products that go along with it. Under regular use it will last a good long time. It lasts at least several years under heavy stress at a beauty shop where we leave them on all day, use them constantly, and even drop them a couple of times...CHI comes with a lifetime warrenty.



As far as why it's price is so high: The ceramic plates on the Chi are made from 44 different kinds of ceramic. It prevents frizzing, smooths, and conditions the hair while you straighten it. To prevent more frizzing, lightly mist the strand that you're going to straighten with Chi 44 Iron Guard spray. It'll assist with the conditioning by restoring the natural oils that you tend to lose when you heat style your hair.



If you stay away from metal plate straighteners, you'll definately have way less damage. When metal heats up, it has a tendancy to burn your hair if you leave it on too long. While a ceramic plate will burn your hair too, it's still less likely to be as bad as with a metal plate.

I do suggest that if you do decide to purchase a CHI Flat Iron, stay away from the CHI Turbo Iron. It just doesn't seem to work as well as the Original CHI.



You might want to also look into permanent straightening, as well. A professional stylist will be able to assist you in acheiving the look that you would like to go for. It's a better alternative to having to get up every morning and flat iron your hair. I suggest looking for a salon that carries Rusk Anti-Curl. It's what I use on my hair to straighten it.



I have a 1/2 inch Deep Brilliance Iron myself. It was made by Farouk Systems as well, but I don't know if they still make them. It's the same as the CHI, but at the time, it was the only 1/2 inch iron that they had, and I have very short hair... I definately give it a 10.



All of the products I have told you about can be bought at a professional Salon.



or...If you happen to have a good friend that's a hairstylist, have them go to their local ArmstrongMcCall store, (they sell only to licensed professionals), and see if they'll order you one, and you'll be able to get the CHI at a slightly cheaper rate. Sometimes, they'll run them on sale as well. But, if not, then you can go to any salon that sells CHI products and pick up a new CHI.

DO NOT GET ONE OFF OF EBAY OR AT ANY STORE OTHER THAN A PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY SALON!!!! THE WARRENTY IS VOID, AND FAROUK SYSTEMS WILL NOT FIX IT IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG! IT COULD ALSO BE A FAKE, OLD, OR USED! Product diversion (as it's called) is a form of theft! It takes money from the manufacturer, and from sylists and salons!



I hope this helps you out!