Beauty Works x Molly-Mae Hair Straightener Kit Infrared Ceramic Plated Adjustable Hot Hair Tool

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Wash hair - in preparation for straightening your hair, use a smoothing shampoo and condition to wash your hair as this will help to reduce any frizz. Finally, use a heat protectant spray before you use the hair straighteners, as this will add a protective layer and keep the hair moisturised. Once it has been applied, comb through the product to ensure it has been spread from the root to the ends. How often is it OK to straighten your hair?

Ceramic-coated plates: they usually have a metal base topped with a ceramic layer, combining the best qualities of both materials. The outer layer can chip and wear away over time, but a good-quality model should last you at least three years if stored properly. Ionic technology: when there’s too much positive charge on each hair strand, they begin to repel each other, making hair static and flyaway. This technology helps to neutralise the charge, smoothing strands down instead. The best hair straighteners are a staple beauty tool for many of us. They're one of the best multi-tasking beauty buys around. Yes, as the name suggests, they were primarily made for straightening hair, but as most will know by now, they make pretty good curlers too.Scratched plates: after a few years, you may start to notice scratches or even dents on the plates. This can lead to snagging (ouch) and means your hair is more likely to experience heat damage. Hair products can often sink into the dents too, which not only smells unpleasant, but won’t help your hair either. Make sure to choose hair straighteners with rounded edges so they can wrap around the plate and glide easier.

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The verdict: Molly-Mae x Beauty Works hair straightener kit

The secret to buying the perfect straightener lies in weighing up your priorities. Are you always on the go? Do you need a super light pair that won't weigh down your bag? Or maybe you curl your hair with your straighteners more than you actually straighten it and want something optimised for achieving that perfect beachy wave. Looking to switch up your signature hairstyle? A pair of the best hair straighteners will afford you endless options, from smooth and sleek strands to a tousled S-wave, and even a classic red-carpet curl for special occasions (yes, a pair of ceramic plates can do more than simply straighten).