Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Flat Irons for Hair


On the search for a good flat iron? To know what to look for it's important that you first understand how these devices work and in what forms they come in. That way it'll be easier for you to choose the flat iron you consider to suit you the best.
Flat irons are popular hair styling tools that work by modifying the hair's natural structure using heat. But heat can cause serious damage to hair so materials other than metal are now used in the top flat irons today to combat the adversities of heat damage by using technologies and natural properties that protect the hair. Such materials are:
Ceramic: These have smooth plates which heat up equally and will straighten or style any hair type with the same brilliant results.  Like all of the safe heating materials used nowadays, ceramic works with ionic and infrared technologies to eliminate frizz and seal the cuticles to lock in moisture and protect the hair from heat damage.
Tourmaline: Gentle heating and extra negative ions ensure the smoothest, healthiest and most vibrant looking hair. Tourmaline is also known as the safest iron around because of its protective qualities making it especially recommended for those with damaged or color treated hair.
Titanium: This natural element was always known as a resistant and light weight element, but it was later found that it was brilliant as a heating material in flat irons due to its hard as steel but smooth as glass surface. It's also extremely durable and very easy to use as it's so light in weight. As titanium is heat resistant, it can reach temperatures up to 450°F in extra quick time so it's popular among hair salons for its time saving qualities and superb performance.
Flat irons today come in many shapes and sizes and are designed for all kinds of uses. The first thing you should think about before purchasing a flat iron is what do you want it to do? If you're just looking for a good straighten then a regular iron for home use is for you, but if you want an iron that will work overseas then look for a flat iron with a dual voltage, if you need small plates in an iron that you can take around with you then go for a compact mini iron that is perfect for carrying around in your handbag; and if you're too busy to wait or to blow dry then head straight for the wet to dry flat irons that work directly on damp hair without causing damage. It all depends on your lifestyle and needs, but you must also look for specifics like the plate size to suit your hair type and features like a swivel cord and a variable heat setting to take extra care of your hair.  Take all the necessary precautions and read as many informative reviews as you can before making the decision, remember that a bad decision will reflect on your hair's health.



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