Prepping your hair before using a hot brush is the same as the you need for a traditional blow-dry. Wash and condition your hair well so you remove all lingering product build up and then re-hydrate. And then – this is the crucial part – you need to add in a good heat protection spray to prevent thermal damage.

Afterwards, my hair looked much sleeker than if I'd used a hair dryer, and had a bit more volume than if I'd ironed-flat my whole head of hair. The styler provides the perfect mix of volume and sleekness – almost reminiscent of the 90s signature fluffy blowout. Its wishbone hinge mechanism ensures the plates are perfectly aligned, giving you the power to create bigger curls with more ease and control.The best bit? My hair didn't smell like it been set on fire (those loyal to their hair straighteners will know exactly what I'm talking about) and I could even smell faint notes of the shampoo I'd used. Further proof that this really might not be detrimentally damaging to hair health. Ceramic: Heats evenly and slowly and can be less damaging on fine and fragile hair because it often doesn’t reach high temperatures If Rachel Green circa Friends is forever your icon and you're looking for the best hair straighteners, you've come to the right place.

So if you don't have particularly strong hair, we would suggest looking at the ceramic options instead.Anything that cuts our getting ready time in half is a welcomed addition to our beauty routine and we’re guessing you feel the same. If that’s the case, and you don’t have either a hair dryer brush or a hair straightening brush in your beauty tools arsenal, you need to remedy that asap.

Its ceramic plates are infused with Argan oil that will nourish your hair with vitamins A and E and other nutrients which will boost their shine and softness, leaving your hair feeling conditioned and cared for. You see, a good drying hot brush will literally revolutionise your at-home blow-dry because let’s face it, unless you’re a hairdressing pro, the whole round brush and hairdryer technique is a little hard to master (and nobody wants arm-ache on a Monday morning). And a straightening brush, the other type of heated brush, is one of the easiest tools for a sleek finish. Look for ceramic or titanium flat irons for your natural hair. Ceramic (Lopez's choice) holds the heat evenly, glides through the hair smoothly, and is ideal for a beginner, because the plates don't get overly hot. Taylor recommends titanium for someone who's a bit more experienced styling hair because of its overall smoother performance. Ceramic and titanium work on any hair type, but ceramic is gentler, while titanium is more efficient for hair that's resistant to straightening and needs more heat. CustomizationThese stylish white and and rose gold straighteners come with ceramic plates infused with Argan oil

ghd claims that their unique 'Air-fusion' tech (sounds science-y, right?) allows for ultra concentrated airflow to effectively dry and straighten hair at a lower temperature. Thus, avoiding stripping the hair of its natural moisture and minimising damage. A little heavier and chunkier yet classy, it just feels like you have a quality product in your hands as soon as you take it out of the box. From the gym to date night, the office to the party/bar for after work drinks, top up your style with the ghd unplugged portable hair straightener. With the guaranteed performance of a regular ghd tool, unplugged harnesses Dual-zone technology with ceramic heaters, so you can have a good hair day anywhere and anytime. Ensuring the optimum styling temperature of 185°C is constantly monitored across the high-gloss styling plates, the ghd unplugged delivers sleek, shiny results with no extreme heat. Whether you're topping up a smooth look after travelling or creating curls for a night out, you don't need to comprise on your style ever again. With a 3 minute automatic sleep mode and only 15 minutes until fully cooled, you can be safe in the knowledge that whilst your style is serving, your straighteners are protected. Featuring hybrid co-lithium technology with an advanced, long-lasting lithium-ion battery, the ghd cordless hair straightener charges in just 2 hours for easy, on the go styling. With a compact design - 30% smaller and 47% lighter frame - and charging from your plug, car or laptop, the ghd unplugged is your new handbag hair styling hero. Complimented by a luxury, heat resistant travel pouch and flight-friendly technology, take your luxury ghd style with you wherever you go.When it comes to heat, Lopez says you want a flat iron that has even, consistent heat distribution across the entire plate (no hot spots). Lopez also suggests looking for a flat iron that emits negative ions, which help with static and create a shinier, smoother, more reflective surface on the hair. Design