When it comes to the world of ceramic flat irons, there are many choices available today. The last few years has seen quite an explosion in both the popularity of hair straighteners and the amount of choices available. How does one go about picking the best ceramic straightener though?
The first thing to remember is that you often get what you pay for. Cheap prices often are a result of inexpensive parts and quality control. In addition, the less expensive models are not always made with authentic parts. That means you are paying for a styling tool thinking it is a ceramice model when in fact it is not a true ceramic straightener.
So given that there are essentially two prices, cheap and normal. If you eliminate anything less than say $50, you are most likely going to fix the problem of getting a very poor quality straightener.
The next thing to consider is your hair. The longer your hair, the more likely you will need a model with wide plates. Anything shoulder length and above you can use a 1" or 3/4" model. Longer than shoulder length you should only shop for a 1.5" or 2" model. Long hair needs more consistent heat to be straightened effectively.
The quality of your hair is very important as well. If you have fragile, delicate or damaged hair, you will need to dial back the heat to minimize damage. That can only be done with a model of ceramic flat iron that is adjustable. If you have thick strong hair, this is not as important and you could probably use a fixed temperature model effectively.
There are two more items to think about when shopping for a ceramic flat iron. First is the reputation of the brand. Some brands like CHI, Sedu, GHD, Solia and Babyliss are well known and popular because they deliver results. The second thing is the reviews of fellow customers. Anything with 3 stars and above should be considered. And 4 stars and above would need even less research.
Not every shopper is educated at the same level and so there are bound to be people who buy the wrong model for their hair type or who do not know how to properly use a ceramic flat iron. So keep that in mind when reading reviews.
If you are stuck and cannot decide, ask questions. All the top online stores offer a commment and question section so don't be shy. Speak your mind, get the answers you want and they make your choice with confidence.