‍♀Choosing the best hair straightener in 2020

Many women use certain styling devices every day, and therefore a mistake when choosing a device can not only lead to disappointment with the purchase, but also ruin the hair. The editors of the site "bestx.htgetrid.com/en/" have prepared for you an overview of the best straighteners in 2020, which will help you navigate in a huge number of proposals and understand how to choose the right iron.

Rectifiers - what are they and what are they?

Straighteners or "irons" are called devices, most often electrically driven, which remove part of the moisture from the hair structure by mechanical and thermal exposure, as a result of which keratin scales close, and the curls stop curling and fluffing.

Depending on the feature of the forceps and the method of action, the styling technique is divided into the following types:

• Curling irons - they have round, triangular, spiral or other nozzles made of ceramic or metal materials. By heating the main element, the device allows you to perform various techniques for styling your hair. The larger the diameter of the curling iron, the larger the curls you can wind;
• Straighteners are irons that work on the same principle as curling devices. They are tongs with two flat plates, which, when exposed to heat, make the strands perfectly even and smooth. They can also have additional corrugated nozzles to give the hair a fine zigzag waviness;
• Straightening combs - perform the same function as irons, but differ in design. This device is equipped with air vents and small teeth made of heat-resistant material. In the process of combing, the strands are straightened and acquire additional volume. There are one-sided and two-sided models;
• Multistylers - combine all of the above options due to removable attachments or due to the multifunctional design of the case. Thus, the device is capable of curling, straightening and creating different variations of classic hairstyles.

Depending on the purpose, rectifiers are also of household (amateur) or professional type.

Hair straightener selection criteria

Working Modes

Determined by the number of heating stages. Individual models operate within one parameter that is most optimal for safe styling. But the best devices have from 2 to 6 temperature levels, which allows you to adjust and adjust the mode to suit your needs. The maximum temperature means to what limit the plates in the straightening tongs are capable of heating, the minimum determines the most gentle mode available to a particular iron.

According to the reviews of professionals, 2-3 modes are enough to create multivariate styling.

Power

The material from which the plates are made retains heat well, and therefore rectifiers, as a rule, do not need high power - 50 W is quite enough to lay the strands, but not burn them. The higher the power of the device, the faster and stronger it is able to heat up.

Built-in battery

Allows you to use the device offline. The popularity of models equipped with this function lies in the absence of wires, that is, there is no need to constantly be near the outlet. Another plus is that the device can be used in the event of power outages, as well as in conditions that temporarily do not provide for the availability of electricity, for example, far from civilization. But it should be borne in mind that battery technology, as a rule, is low-power and is not capable of performing professional tasks.

Screen

The built-in display shows the operating parameters of the device - the selected mode, temperature, the charge level of the autonomous current source (if available). The range of rectifiers with a display is noticeably smaller than analogues without it, since the price for such devices is higher.

Coating - metal, tourmaline or ceramic

The aluminum plates heat up unevenly, which makes it difficult to control the temperature and therefore increases the risk of hair damage. It is believed that plates covered with ceramic materials are less harmful than metal ones, since such a device, due to its good thermal conductivity and uniform heating, gently affects the curls.

The tourmaline coating of the nozzles performs the function of ionization - it saturates the curls with negatively charged ions that neutralize positively charged particles, which, according to the manufacturers, can facilitate the care of the hair by eliminating static electricity, and also make them silky and shiny. But, according to buyers, the effect of a device with an ionization function is not always noticeable.

There are also models with anodized, teflon and titanium coating, but less often.

Overview of additional options

• Retractable teeth - assumes the ability to remove the bristles inside the brush-attachment by pressing a special button, which is sometimes necessary when creating a complex hairstyle;
• Multifunctional power cable - thanks to special fasteners, the cord can rotate at the point of connection with the device, which avoids kinks and twisting of the wire. Also, when buying, you should pay attention to the length of the cord. Too long will constantly confuse and make operation less comfortable, and too short will limit the scope for manipulation. The best option for the size of the cord is two meters;
• Power-on indication - a light or a special symbol located on the body of the device and demonstrating that the device is connected to the power supply and the tongs are heating up. A very useful option that can minimize injury while using the device;
• Indication of readiness for work - a sensor that displays the degree of readiness of the device for use, that is, to what temperature the tongs are heated;
• Overheating protection - performed in the form of a thermoelectric converter (thermocouple) or a fuse, which automatically disconnects the rectifier from the network in case of heating to a critical temperature;
• Steam humidification - function of steam treatment of hair due to the built-in water tank. Steam makes styling easier, however, according to the recommendations of experts, such techniques should be used as little as possible, since the high temperature of the steam can negatively affect the health of the curls.

How to wind your hair with a straightener?

The functionality of the rectifiers is such that it allows you not only to align, but also to curl the strands. Next, we'll look at how to curl your hair with a straightener.

The choice of curling iron depends on the desired end result. If you want to create a slight mess, give your curls a little waviness or twist the ends, then almost any straightener will do.If the task is to create a full-fledged curly look, then you need a device with a rounded forceps, otherwise, as a result, the hair will acquire a "broken" look due to unnatural dents.

Step-by-step instructions for curling strands with a straightener:

1. Wash your hair with shampoo;
2. Dry the curls with a hairdryer, comb;
3. Apply evenly special protective hot styling agent;
4. Distribute hair into separate strands and secure them with hairpins;
5. Since curling requires a higher temperature, heat the device to 180⁰FROM;
6. Clamp the strand between the plates as close to the roots as possible, while holding the device vertically, the thicker the captured strand, the softer the wave will turn out;
7. Rotating the iron in a semicircle, lower it down - the faster the movement, the tighter the curl will turn out;
8. Do this with all the rest of the hair, moving from the back strands to the front;
9. Separate the resulting curls with your fingers, fix the hairstyle with varnish.

Option 2

1. Grab a thin curl as close to the roots as possible, wrap it a couple of times around the bottom of the forceps;
2. Close the plates, squeezing the hair;
3. Rotating with an iron and sliding along the strand to go down below until the curl ends;
4. Wind the rest of the hair in the same way.

Useful Tips

It should be remembered that to preserve the beauty and health of the hair, you should not use the iron too often, especially if the curls are dry and brittle, since exposure to high temperatures will only aggravate this condition.

Do not use the straightener on wet or damp hair, as this can lead to extreme moisture loss, which will certainly affect the appearance of the hair.

By setting the maximum temperature, straightening or curling should be done quickly and skillfully in order to prevent overheating.

It is important to connect auxiliary cosmetics - thermal protection, styling mousses, varnishes. They will not only fix the effect for a longer period, but also protect the hair. However, when using a rectifier with metal plates, do not get carried away with cosmetics - its components can interact with metal.

With regular hair straightening, additional care is required - you should regularly do masks, apply vitamin formulations, use nourishing shampoos and balms.

Advantages and disadvantages of rectifiers

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Main technical characteristics

room	Specifications	Recommendations
1	Manufacturer	The best manufacturers of high-quality rectifiers are Braun (Germany), BaBylissPRO (Italy), Remington (USA), Philips (Netherlands), Rowenta (France). Also, budget irons are in demand. Popular models are produced by Russian, Turkish and Chinese firms - Sinbo, Scarlett, VITEK, Polaris.
2	Cover material	The most common are ceramic and tourmaline coating of plates. Tourmaline for the health of the hair - retaining moisture, preventing the ends of the hair from cutting, giving shine and silkiness. Ceramic - for a gentle effect and beauty of the strands. The bristles of straightening combs can be made from artificial or natural materials. Artificial bristles electrify hair, while natural ones significantly increase the cost.
3	Power	Typically, the power of amateur models does not exceed 50 W.More powerful devices belong to the segment of professional equipment, which assumes constant and long-term operation.
4	Heating mode	Most inexpensive models operate within one temperature stage. Professional stylers have 3 or more modes.
5	Nozzles	Possible: - brush attachment, - curling tongs, - corrugation, - straightening styler - spiral nozzle.
6	Additional accessories	A heat-resistant case and mat, as well as other accessories, can facilitate operation. For example, the presence of a cover allows you to immediately remove the electrical appliance without waiting for the plates to cool down. The list of components must be specified in the product description.
7	Price	Rectifiers differ in price depending on their functions - their cost varies from 800 to 9000 rubles. The average price for a professional rectifier is 5,000 rubles, a household one will cost 1,200 rubles.

Rating of quality models in 2020

Panasonic EH-HS-60

• Brand country: Japan;
• Number of heating stages: 1;
• Maximum t⁰: 145⁰FROM;
• Price - 900 rubles.

Iron with two external ionizer outputs and ion-steam straightening technology, which retains natural moisture inside the hair structure. The device operates in 2 modes: in the first, only one plate is heated, in the second, both are heated and steam is available.

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Scarlett SC-HS-60002

• Brand country: Russia / China;
• Number of heating stages: 1;
• Maximum t⁰: 180⁰FROM;
• Price - 900 rubles.

An inexpensive multistyler with a power of 30 W, capable of not only straightening strands, but also creating corrugated hairstyles with an additional attachment. The tip of the forceps does not heat up and therefore there is no risk of scalding.

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VITEK VT-2324

• Brand country: Russia;
• Number of heating stages: 1;
• Maximum t⁰: 200⁰C;
• Price - 1000 rubles.

An affordable 35 W iron with floating plates that heat up in one minute. The cord is 1.8 meters long.

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Polaris PHS-2405-K

• Brand country: Russia;
• Number of heating stages: 5;
• Maximum t⁰: 220⁰FROM;
• Price - 1500 rubles.

A convenient 35 W iron that preserves the beauty of hair and does not burn the curls. Suitable for both straightening and curling hair. The cord length is 1.8 m.

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REDMOND RCI-2316

• Brand country: Russia;
• Number of heating stages: 31;
• Maximum t⁰: 230⁰FROM;
• Price - 1800 rubles.

A lightweight straightening comb that suits all hair types. Heats up quickly, sets strands gently, creates volume and allows for daily use. Power - 40 W. The length of the power cord is 2 meters.

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MA Ergostyler Ion

• Brand country: Italy;
• Number of heating stages: 1;
• Maximum t⁰: 220⁰FROM;
• Price - 1800 rubles.

An ergonomic iron that is suitable for everyday use with a 37 W iron power. Compact, and therefore very convenient to take with you on trips to rest or to work, in order to touch up your hair during the day. The network cable is 2 meters long.

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Philips BHH-811 StyleCare

• Brand country: Netherlands;
• Number of heating feet: 1;
• Maximum t⁰: 210⁰FROM;
• Price - 2600 rubles.

The multi-styler, which combines a curling iron and an iron, is capable of creating more than a dozen looks. The set includes two elastic bands and a hair loop, allowing you to feel free to experiment with style. The attachments are easy and quick to change, and the device itself is operational in 60 seconds. The power of the device is 35 W.

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Remington S-9500

• Brand Country: USA;
• Number of heating stages: 3;
• Maximum t⁰: 235⁰FROM;
• Price - 4500 rubles.

A straightening iron that is also great for curling. Ready for use within ten seconds after switching on. Able to create stylish styling in the shortest possible time. The tongs slide easily through the hair, gently straightening it. The kit includes a backing and a heat-resistant cover. Cable length - 3 meters.

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Braun ST-570 / Satin-Hair 5

• Brand country: Germany;
• Number of heating stages: 3;
• Maximum t⁰: 200⁰FROM;
• Price - 4500 rubles.

Professional styler iron, the functionality of which allows you to create both straight and curly curls. Thermally insulated forceps heads prevent burn injuries during use. The power of the device is 42 W.

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BaBylissPRO BAB-3000-BEPE

• Brand country: Italy;
• Number of heating stages: 5;
• Maximum t⁰: 230⁰FROM;
• Price - 8500 rubles.

Professional 55 W multi-styler. The elliptical shape of the forceps allows you to create curly curls. The mains cable is 2.7 m long. The set also includes a thermal mat and gloves.

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Hair straightener - which is the best to buy?

When buying an iron, it is important to correlate the real capabilities of the device with your expectations and needs. For example, if you do not intend to regularly use a curling iron or if you have a separate device that performs this function, there is no need to purchase a multistyler, which is significantly different in price from a less technically equipped straightener. It also does not make sense to take a professional model if the device is planned to be used, as they say, on holidays.

One of the common mistakes of buyers is the choice of a device without taking into account the peculiarities of their hair. For example, for thin and thin hair, it is better to choose a straightening comb.For thick and highly curly curls, you need to look for an iron with wide plates. And for colored hair, especially for light shades, you should not purchase a straightener that heats up over 200⁰C, since such a temperature can not only affect the color, but also thoroughly dry the strands to a straw state.

When choosing which company it is better to take a rectifier, you should not dwell solely on well-known brands. Irons of lesser-known brands, not only European, but also domestic, are no less good than the advertised products of the leaders in the household appliances market, which is confirmed by the reviews of experienced buyers.

If you have experience using rectifiers described in the rating, or a more interesting model, tell us about it in the comments.