The best irons (straighteners) for hair in 2022

Contrary to popular belief, a flat iron can not only style and straighten your hair, but can also create beautiful voluminous curls with the right temperature and sleight of hand.

“The secret to good styling is the right and well-used styling products. They give the hair a beautiful texture, with them the curls last longer and look neater. Naturally, practice is also important: the more often you do styling, the faster and more beautiful it turns out, ”says beauty blogger Suzi Sky.

Together with an expert, we have prepared a rating of the best hair straighteners (straighteners) of 2022.

Editor’s Choice

REDMOND RCI-2312

The budget iron from Redmond is a modern device that will help you quickly and gently straighten your hair. Thanks to the ceramic coating, the hair “does not burn”, although the maximum heating temperature is lower than that of other stylers of the same brand – only 200 ° C. The size of the plates is more than 11 cm in length, they are suitable for thick and coarse hair – nothing clings, all strands fall smoothly under the iron. Protect hair from damage and brittleness will help floating plates that provide a smooth glide through the hair during styling. The iron has 7 temperature settings, which are controlled by a mechanical switch. Built-in overheating protection – when the desired mark is reached, the thermostat turns off. Despite the low power (only 45 W), the iron heats up quickly.

Thanks to its convenient and practical design, the straightener can be used not only at home, but also taken on the road – the lock on the handle makes the styler compact, and the 360-degree swivel cord will not cause problems when laying.

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Rating of the top 13 irons (straighteners) for hair according to KP

1. Ermila 4414-0040

Professional styling iron with ionization function, which is suitable for both conventional and keratin straightening. The plates have a tourmaline coating and are gentle on the hair, making it soft and manageable. Rounded plates allow you to straighten your hair efficiently and quickly, as well as to cope with the creation of soft waves or beautiful curls. It is worth noting that the styler has a wide temperature range: from 80 to 230 degrees, which makes it universal for any type of hair.

The design of the iron is ergonomic and thoughtful, it is incredibly convenient and easy to work with. It is equipped with a display with smooth temperature adjustment, as well as a mode lock function, which avoids accidental switching.

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2. Rowenta SF 3232F0

The Rowenta iron is equipped with 11 temperature settings and an ionization function, which allows you to use it not only at home, but also in beauty salons. Such a wide choice of modes will allow you to style both heavy curly and thin or brittle hair equally well. Tourmaline coating ensures a gentle approach without overdrying, matte ABS plastic body does not heat up even at maximum temperature (230°C).

The styler is controlled by only two buttons, which are located on the side of the case, which is convenient – you won’t be able to accidentally press it. One button is responsible for turning the device on and off, the second, in the form of a wheel, for changing modes. Thanks to the indication, you can always understand when the iron is ready for use – the light will turn on and go out when the desired temperature is reached. The cord is only 1,25 cm long and rotates quite intensively, some skill is required. The iron weighs 360 grams, with it the hand will not get tired even with a very long styling.

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3. REDMOND RCI-2320

Tourmaline-coated ceramic plates give your hair a straight and well-groomed look. This semi-precious stone is, of course, not completely used – it is sprayed in a thin layer over the surface. However, its properties are sufficient to prevent electrification and overdrying of hair. Thanks to a perfectly smooth surface, the plates perfectly glide through the hair, do not catch or pull it out. This model has high power (60 W), with it the device heats up in just 30 seconds.

The iron is small and light, and the controls are incredibly simple. Turning on the device and changing the four modes is carried out using one button, which is located on the outside of the styler, and the set temperature mode is displayed on the display located inside the case. It comes with a carrying case, which makes it easy to take the iron with you on the road. The length of the cord is 2 m, in addition, it rotates – which means the wire will not twist when laying.

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4. Remington S5505

An excellent straightener that will become a faithful assistant on the way to beautiful, straight and smooth hair. Ceramic coating provides uniform heating of the plates, and also protects the hair from the aggressive effects of high temperatures. Also, due to the floating plates, it will be possible to straighten even the most naughty and curly strands, since they fit snugly against the hair. The minimum heating temperature is 150 degrees, so the styler is more suitable for thick hair.

The iron is practical and functional – it is possible to change the heating temperature using the buttons located on the side of the case, there is a display showing the set temperature, as well as blocking the tongs and a good long cord. A heat-resistant case is included with the styler.

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5. GA.MA Innova Multi Brush (GI0501)

The Innova Multi Brush universal iron performs three functions at once and is a full-fledged multi-styler. Due to its versatility, it will allow you to create different styles for any event. Ceramic spraying of the plates prevents overdrying of the hair, Nano Silver technology gives an antibacterial effect, and even distribution of heat over the heating elements will allow you to quickly make the perfect styling. It is worth noting that the iron can be used even after intensive staining. The comb-straightener will easily make a curl, straighten your hair and will become an indispensable assistant under any circumstances.

The iron received an interesting design – brushes for styling are located on the outside. In total, the styler has 5 modes, which are regulated using two buttons located on the front of the case. The maximum heating temperature is 230°C.

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6. Polaris PHS2590KT

The Polaris PHS 2590KT styler is a 2-in-1 iron that does both straightening and curling equally well. The tourmaline floating ceramic plate technology allows you to evenly grab the strands, making them manageable and shiny, and also protects the hair from damage and brittleness. The temperature range varies from 130°C to 220°C, which makes the device versatile and allows you to style any type of hair.

The case is made using Soft Touch technology, thanks to which the coating is soft and non-slip. There are only two buttons in the iron: the power button is on the inside, and the temperature control is on the side. The package includes a protective cap, which is used for neat and careful storage of the styler.

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7. BRADEX KZ0550

The original Bradex KZ0550 fuchsia cordless iron is a good option for quick styling. The device is charged from a USB cable and can work autonomously for up to 30 minutes, which will allow you to use it in any conditions. This option is convenient when an important event is coming up, but there is no time to go to the salon. Although some question the possibility of strong heating due to power – the battery “gives out” only 20 watts. The ceramic coating does not heat up, provides uniform heating, provides maximum gentle care, long-term effect and does not harm the hair even with frequent use.

The manufacturer offers 3 heating modes to choose from, and the indication on the handle will show when the plates have reached the desired temperature. The device looks stylish and ergonomic, and for safe use, the case has a corrugated outer surface and plastic lining to protect your fingers. The iron is ultra-light and weighs only 140 grams, which will not only allow you to comfortably use the styler, but also place it compactly in your bag. Designed for home use.

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8. Philips BHS377 Straight Care Essential

The stylish Philips flat iron can be used at home or in a professional salon. The tool heats up to the desired temperature in just 30 seconds, the temperature range varies from 160°C to 230°C, which makes the device versatile and allows you to style any type of hair: from thin and curly to thick and unruly hair. With the right approach, you can achieve spectacular straightening of both long hair and short hair. The coating of the plates is ceramic with the addition of keratin, thanks to this, the styling process will become easy and fast. The styler is equipped with ThermoProtect technology, which ensures uniform heating of the plates and protects the hair from overheating.

The design of the iron is simple and practical, with a plate locking function for safe and easy storage. In total, the styler has 11 modes, and the thermostat is located under the handle. The length of the cord is about 2 m, the device itself is compact and will come in handy on a trip.

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9. Rowenta SF1515

A reliable model equipped with very high quality floating ceramic plates that glide smoothly through the hair, add shine and straighten it the first time. The styler does its job well, in addition to the straightening function, the device can make voluminous curls. The maximum heating temperature is 200 degrees, which is maintained by the iron throughout the entire styling and is effective on the entire length of the hair.

The power button is located inside the case, it is also responsible for the mode of operation – it is only one. Heating of the device up to 200 degrees is achieved in one minute, this will be indicated by the indicator of inclusion and readiness for work.

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10. VITEK VT-2307

The Vitek iron is a budget straightener with a good technical base and a wide range of modern technologies. Ceramic coating is suitable for all hair types, including brittle dry hair. The power is small (38 W), however, bloggers note fast and high-quality heating. In addition, due to the Floating Plates Technology, the plates get a floating effect, and this ensures proper gliding through the hair during styling. Thanks to the Notating Technology, the temperature stabilizes quickly to protect the hair without drying it out.

The styler is equipped with 9 temperature modes, due to which you can choose a temperature that is comfortable for your hair. This is especially important in the salon, when the hairdresser has to deal with different types of hair: curly, coarse, thick or too thin. The temperature regulator is located inside the case, and the indicator, which is also located inside, will let you know when the device is ready for use.

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11. GA.MA Elegance Keration (GI0208)

Ga.Ma’s elegant gold-pink flat iron provides beautiful styling all day long. The maximum heating temperature is 230°C, and the device itself is equipped with MICRO GLITT technology, which will protect the hair from excessive heat and overdrying, as well as keep the hair shiny and smooth. The styler is equipped with an auto-off function, so do not worry if the device is left on. The power is average, only 45 W, but this is enough for fast heating and efficient straightening. The size of the plates is 120x25mm, this is quite enough for long and thick hair – there will be no tangling and “skip” of the strands.

The iron is easy to use and is controlled by two buttons located on the side of the body. The highlight of the device is its weight, only 240 grams: the hand will not get tired even after half an hour of styling. The length of the cord is as much as 2,5 m – you don’t have to worry if the outlet is far from the mirror.

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12. BaByliss ST395E

Iron with ergonomic design and high technical characteristics, which is practical to use. The tool looks massive compared to other brands due to the water container – there is a steam humidification function. With its help, the styling effect is achieved much faster and lasts longer, but it is advisable to use only distilled water – otherwise scale is possible. Leaks should not occur even during winding. Due to the ionization function, the curls are elastic, and the hair itself does not suffer from hot exposure. Ceramic coating, such material is suitable for thin and weakened hair.

The styler has 6 modes, the maximum heating temperature is 230°C. The buttons are located on the side, which is very convenient: when laying, it will not be possible to accidentally switch the mode, and the display, which is located on the front of the case, will help you track the set temperature.

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13. Philips HP8321

Philips HP8321 is a budget-friendly and easy-to-use iron. Tourmaline-coated ceramic plates provide good gliding through the hair, and also do not overdry them. The diameter of the plates is 100 mm, thanks to this size, the iron will cope not only with styling, but also with curling hair. The maximum heating temperature is 210 degrees without the possibility of selecting a mode.

The styler is controlled by one button, which is responsible for turning it on and off, it is located on the side of the case. The base of the cord rotates and prevents tangles, which is an advantage. The handle also has a lock for easy storage. The power cord is 1,8 meters, so if the outlet is far from the mirror, then an extension cord is required.

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How to choose an iron (straightener) for hair

Consider your hair type. The more often they are stained (and straightened itself), the more reliable the protection should be and the more careful the procedure itself. Technical characteristics also have not been canceled. How do hair straighteners differ?

• plate material. There are metal, ceramic and tourmaline coatings. With the first, everything is clear – this is a budget material for cheap irons. The plate heats up unevenly, which can cause the hair to “melt” when straightened. With ceramics being safer, some manufacturers apply an extra keratin spray to take care of your hair. It “solders” the scales and reduces the effect of hot coating. Tourmaline is considered a semi-precious stone, but, of course, no one makes irons entirely from it. However, the coating treats the hair as carefully as possible and allows you to give it a silky, smooth look.
  
• Power. The larger it is, the faster the hair straightener heats up. The average is 30-40 W, with this parameter the device heats up in half a minute. It will be good if a heating sensor is provided in the design – when the set mark is reached, the iron will turn off, there will be no unnecessary energy consumption.
  
• heating temperature. For standard household appliances, this is 200 ° C, professional ones have 6-11 modes with a maximum point of 230 ° C. Professional hairdressers recommend refraining from frequent use at the maximum level – there is a risk of burning your hair.
  
• Additional options. These include ionization, steam treatment, as well as cord rotation, hanging loop, case. The more additional “chips”, the more convenient it is to use the tool. By the way, some are designed specifically for cheating – in this case, a nozzle in the form of a comb is provided.

Which flat iron should you use? Owners of thin, dry hair should pay attention to coverage and temperature conditions. Thick hair is “not afraid” of maximum performance. The length of the hair is important: the shorter the haircut, the narrower the plates (up to 30 mm) should be – it is more convenient to pinch the strand and do the styling. Long hair requires a wide flat iron (plates 30-60 mm), it will take less time to style.

Popular questions and answers

With an expert beauty blogger Suzi Sky we answered popular questions from readers about hair straighteners: