How to choose a hair straightener
How the rectifier works
From the name it immediately becomes clear that the main and only purpose of this device is the ability to make hair smooth. Beautiful styling and stylish hairstyle will now be available, because the iron copes with any degree of curly hair. It works on the principle of drying - the plates are heated to the desired temperature and the moisture is evaporated from the hair. During this additionally, smoothing of the cornea of the hair occurs and they take on a sleek, shiny look.
How to choose a hair straightener
Since the main contacting element is the plate, then they should pay special attention to, and with particular care. You should not save, since the appearance of the hair depends on the quality of the surface of the plate, and, consequently, yours. There are several types of coatings:
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Metal;
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Ceramics;
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Tourmaline;
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Teflon.
Metal coating
Coverage greatly affects the cost of the device itself, so this must be taken into account when buying a flat iron. Metal-coated rectifiers are inexpensive, and most buyers are tempted to save money.
Ceramic coating
It is considered one of the most popular and loyal to the hair. The plate is heated evenly and, thanks to the built-in programs, keeps the set temperature. Gently and smoothly gliding through the hair, such a straightener does not harm them, but on the contrary, makes them beautiful and shiny.
Some models of irons are equipped with complexes of moistening, conditioning and nutrition of hair. Therefore, your curls are completely safe and receive extra care. However, they cannot do without the drawbacks of the ceramic coating as well: they are likely to stick to the plates when using additional cosmetic products. But the problem is solved by simply wiping the iron with a damp, frizz-free cloth.
Due to its qualities, ceramic rectifiers differ significantly in price from metal options.
Teflon coating
Modern women have long been familiar with this wonderful coating, to which nothing sticks even after intense heating. Rectifier with Teflon plates is no exception. With it, hair can easily become smooth and smooth.There is no need to apply additional cosmetics on the hair. Due to the uniform heating of the entire surface of platinum, the structure of the hair is not broken.
Experts recommend owners of thin and brittle hair to use this particular version of straighteners in order not to be completely left without a haircut. In terms of cost, they are significantly higher than their predecessors, but if we talk about quality, then they have no equal. The disadvantages include the comparative fragility of Teflon coating, which is erased over time and because of this it becomes unsafe to use.
Tourmaline coating
It is considered the most modern and expensive material, which has a positive effect on the hair structure, keeping moisture in the middle and not overdrying it. Tourmaline coating prevents the generation of static electricity, due to this they do not need to be treated with additional means. However, the high cost makes it impossible to make the branding so popular as it deserves.
Ionization function
As part of modern irons, there are various additional features that help to make an effective styling and leave the hair healthy. Among them, the ionization function, when the plates are covered with a layer of ions, which are absorbed when heated into the hair structure and retain moisture inside. This is exactly what the hair does not tangle when combing and does not electrify.
Temperature
When choosing the most suitable option for yourself, purchase it with temperature control. All hair differ in thickness, stiffness, brittleness and fat. In order to improve the model range and adapt it as much as possible to the consumer, manufacturers use the temperature change mode. It is recommended to use a temperature of 150 ° C for thin and weak hair. For normal hair, it can reach up to 180 ° C, and only up to 200 ° C can cope with hard and dense hair.
In conclusion, I would like to note that each determines the purchase of a device according to its budget. We, we suggest you take advantage of the above tips and do not save on the rectifier.
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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.