In a world where Dyson and Shark are head-to-head to release the next best hair tool, it can be tricky for other brands to even get close to the top spot. The hair industry has seen many hairstylers come through - with crimpers and tight curling wands seeing us through the 80s and 90s, steam straighteners making an appearance in the 90s and into the 00's, And now hair extension-friendly stylers, hair wavers and tools to make our hair sleeky and smooth are now here to stay. Now and are the must-have tools brand- but, what if we told you there are cheaper alternatives out there? Finding the perfect flat iron that delivers sleek results without causing heat damage, and that has functional features without breaking the bank, can prove to be something of a challenge - but we put our beauty expert Beth to the test.
Do you splurge £300 on the stick with the salon-loved , or opt for a more budget-friendly pair to achieve your pin-straight locks? To help you work out which one is the best for you, I tested out five pairs of hair straighteners from some of the most well-known brands in the business, including , , and . When my near-decade-old ghd straighteners finally kicked the bucket, I needed a pair to tide me over until I could afford a new set of respected straighteners. Amazon shoppers had said they’ve ‘abandoned’ their expensive flat irons in favour of these and so, I put my faith in almost 19.
000 five-star Amazon reviews and decided to give them a chance. I’m yet to �.