Ceramic Flat Irons for Straightening Unruly Hair

Ceramic flat irons have been used for years to make dull, frizzy, flyway hair shiny, straight, smooth, and glossy. They work by imparting a negative electric ion to “wild” hair that holds a negative electrical charge in its natural state. The heat given off by ceramic irons does not, contrary to popular belief, “seal” in moisture, however. Any hair-grooming instrument or tool that is heated poses potential damage to hair – whatever it is. But what the heat does do is help make hair straight, an even trade-off to those so wanting that sought-after look.

Why Use Ceramic?

The smoothness of ceramic flat irons – as opposed to flat irons made of other materials – goes a long way toward resulting in beautiful hair, even though the potential for damage remains. The incredible smoothness of ceramic makes for even heating of the instrument in addition to preventing other ways of damaging the hair such as pulling, tugging, or breaking it.

Before using a ceramic flat iron, always make sure your hair is completely, totally dry. Otherwise, the iron will “steam” the hair shafts, heating the water that remains to a degree that it actually ruptures the hair. You also want to keep the flat iron constantly in motion to further prevent burning or damaging the hair.

Many Irons, Many Prices

You spend from around $30 to more than $200 for a ceramic flat iron, depending on your budget and what you’re looking for. The GHD Professional Ceramic Hair Straightener goes for around $220 and is considered one of the top-of-the-line flat irons used by professionals.

For long or thick hair, or for hair that’s been heavily textured, this tool works wonders. It’s highly recommended for Afro-American or Caribbean hair. It heats up in seconds, and it’s wide (1 ¾”) plates are designed to hold more and heavier hair than other flat irons. No extra tension is needed for this iron – it works using heat alone. Its design features control circuitry that maintains the optimum temperature during the entire time hair is being styled.

Less expensive ceramic flat irons can be had in the $20 to $80 range. Some of these include the Vidal Sassoon Ceramic Hair Straightener, the Wigo Professional Ceramic Flat Iron, and the Cricket StraightCrazy Flat Iron. A good place to search for, compare prices, and read reviews on a huge variety of irons is at www.Folica.com. This site not only provides information on a wide price range of irons, but it also sells all the products it has information on.

Ceramic flat irons are a must-have for people wanting the sleek look of straight, beautiful hair. If you’ve never used one before, just be sure you take the time to read all the instructions that come included in the manual at the time of purchase. You don’t want to take chances with burning or damaging your hair! Also, you’ll want to be sure and read how to take care of and maintain your flat iron, especially if you’ve invested in one of the higher-priced models.