Revlon Pro Collection Salon One Step Straight and Shine Hair Straightening Brush, X-Large

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An open secret among beauty editors is that we're not all pros at doing our own hair. (That's why we go to the pros.) But hair straightening brushes are tailor-made for people like us: we have a love of hair tools, but don't want to try that hard to get a great style. Because straightening brushes quite literally straighten hair as you brush, they’re impossible to mess up.

Straightening brushes are a great way to instantly add polish and smoothness, especially to wavy hair," explains T3 stylist ambassador David Lopez. "For hair that is getting blown out often, it is a great way to touch up the blowout. Now with the new technology on the market, they can handle tighter and frizzier textures. For many hair types, it's a great way to add smoothness and with the right technique, some bounce as well." A longer cord allows the brush to be manoeuvred more easily around the head. An automatic switch-off function is also a good feature to have to avoid accidental fires from leaving the brush switched on when not in use. How do I use a hair-straightening brush? Revamp’s ceramic bristles make light work of detangling hair and adding sleekness and volume, and used on wet hair the brush is a great time-saver compared to blow-drying and then straightening with a separate tool. With a little spritz of hairspray to finish, our hair held its style well throughout the day. The original Tymo Ring straightening brush became rapidly popular with stylists in the US, and the upgraded Ring Plus version of Tymo’s stylish-looking tool now ships to the UK. The unique shape of the brush – with unusual wave-shaped bristles placed to control heat flow for even styling – is slightly startling at first, but the quality of the styling soon speaks for itself. Auto shut-off: Consider shopping for hair straightening brushes that feature an automatic shut-off for safety. No need to second guess yourself trying to remember if you turned it off or unplugged it!

How we tested

Ashley Jimenez and Melanie Rud both have extensive experience writing about and testing beauty products. Melanie is a contributing writer for Byrdie where she covers all things skincare—from buzzy ingredients to acne advice. She has over 10 years of experience writing beauty content. Ashley is a beauty editor on the transactional team. She has over six years of experience in multicultural beauty and wellness editorial. Before joining Dotdash Meredith, she was a global editorial manager at NYX Professional Makeup, beauty director at HOLA USA, and beauty editor at Latina Magazine. All of the straightening brushes that made our list are worth a try, but Drybar's Brush Crush Heated Straightening Brush stole our hearts. It works on all hair types, straightens in record time, and leaves our hair feeling silky smooth. However, if you're looking for a budget-friendly option that's also great for medium to long hair, you can't go wrong with the Remington Pro 2-in-1 Heated Straightening Brush. It's infused with argan oil and keratin to tame any frizz and flyaways you've got. Ceramic Plating: When shopping for a straightening brush, celebrity hairstylist Ryan Trygstad suggests looking for a device with ceramic plating technology. “Ceramic glides through the hair more easily without pulling or catching,” he says. Heat styling can already be damaging to the hair, so by reducing the potential for pulling and catching, you’re helping to further prevent breakage. Heat Settings at or Below 375 Degrees: Trygstad doesn’t recommend using a product that exceeds 375 degrees. “Too hot of tools can damage your hair’s keratin protein,” he says. (Keratin protein is the outer layer of the hair). “Finer hair types can suffer keratin degradation at 390 degrees while coarser hair will start to become damaged at 410 degrees.” With that in mind, it’s best to stay on the safer side when it comes to the temperature of your tool. He also recommends looking for a tool that can maintain even, consistent heat. This will prevent you from having to pass the device through your hair multiple times, thus reducing the chance of damage.

Those with colored, bleached, or otherwise damaged hair, but still want to straighten it every once in a while will appreciate this far-infrared brush. It works well on most hair types and lengths. Material: Straightening brushes typically have ceramic and/or tourmaline bristles that heat up to straighten hair, notes Good Housekeeping Beauty, Health & Sustainability Lab Chemist Danusia Wnek. We love a multi-functional tool, and this straightening brush is that times six. You can also use it on wet hair so perfect if you’re in a rush. Who doesn’t love a salon-quality blowout at home that leaves your friends wondering who your stylist is? The name says it all: these ingenious hot tools are electric brushes that double as heaters, allowing you to get a sleek, smooth look in record time. These brushes are "ideal for those who are less coordinated in using round brushes while controlling the direction of the blow dryer for a smoother and more controlled finish," says pro hairstylist Devin Graciano. They also put a bit of space between the heating plate and your hair, meaning they’re less likely to cause damage, like breakage.

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To find the most effective hair straightening brush, take into consideration the following factors:

This brush is a steal at its affordable price point with its built-in ceramic infusion technology which combines antioxidant-rich Argan oil and protein-rich Keratin for even, consistent heat performance and a smooth, radiant shine. You can get right down to the roots without worrying about your scalp or head getting too hot, thanks to the cool-tip bristles. There are three heat settings to choose from, and in true drugstore fashion, meaning you can get the style you want without adding too much heat.Curly-headed people will find this brush makes the process of straightening a ton easier, thanks to the double negative ion technology. However, your hair will need to be dry before using, which may be tough for those with corkscrew curls. News flash: while flat irons are a great option for sleek, smooth strands, they are not the the only option out there. H air straightening brushes work as a flat iron and a brush in one to help streamline the smoothing process, detangling as they style. These tools are essentially hot hair brushes, so you can effectively brush and detangle your hair while you straighten it for frizz-free, shiny hair in a single step.

T3’s Edge heated styling brush is great for reducing frizz and static with its ionic heat and ceramic paddle. The firm, tooth-like bristles look a little unusual at a first glance, but the design helps to ensure even heating all the way across the surface of the brush. Unusually, the edge of the brush is heated, which helps keep the temperature even as you stroke the brush through the hair and allows easy styling of waves as well as poker-straight hair. There are also shorter, nylon bristles around the edge of the brush that help to detangle the hair as you style and smooth down flyaways for a polished finish. When testing, we first note the materials used in the tool and the styling method – hot plate or hot air. For hot plate brushes, we measure the time taken for the tool to heat up after being switched on. We time how long it takes to style a full head of hair, taking into account the hair length and texture, and we evaluate the overall ease of use of the straightening brush. We take note of the softness, shine and feel of the hair after styling, and how well styles last over the course of a typical day. Finally, we confirm the weight and dimensions of the straightening brush and note any extras included in the box.Voltage: Take a look at the voltage of your brush. Many are safe to use both at home and abroad, but always consult your instruction manual of the product you're using. "Standard voltage is 120V in the US, and 220-240V in Europe," shares Wnek. "If you see a range like 110-220V in a product manual or on the product’s electricals, it indicates that it is dual voltage and can be used at home and abroad." Hair straightening brushes are electric paddle brushes with ceramic and/or tourmaline bristles that heat up to straighten hair," explains Wnek. In simpler terms, these hot brushes are a paddle brush and flat iron in one. "Hot air brushes or hair dryer brushes, as we like to call this category in the Lab, are innovative styling tools that release warm/ hot air through the circumferential surface of a round or oval brush," she says. Meaning, an oval brush and hair dryer combined. "These brushes style and smooth hair by applying tension through the brush on the wet hair while evaporating the moisture from it to set it." They are a more user-friendly option for those who style their hair using a round brush and a hair dryer.