Pros Reasonably priced Sleek and professional to look at Able to straighten, wave and curl Variable heat settings Cons Not as effective a some bigger brand names Not as good for curling as a separate curling wand Summary Karmin is a fairly unknown and a very small company. Nevertheless they specialise in a concise product range which is a good thing … [Read more...]

Pros Wide plates tackle thick hair quickly Not snagging of catching of hair Should last for years if looked after Cons Pricey – but you possibly won’t find anything better for less Summary This is really the updated, wide plated version of the original GHDs and you know what? The original GHDs are still better than many competing brands new stuff. There’s … [Read more...]

Pros Eye catching design Good heat variation Smooth application and long lasting results Cons Not much better than Remington’s lower priced models Bizarre 240 degrees for 30 seconds (Purely for the claim ‘hottest straightener?’) Takes longer to straighten thick hair than more premium brands Summary While there’s nothing specifically wrong with these … [Read more...]

Pros Great price Snag-free, easy movement Nice colour, sleek design Wide plates for faster straightening Cons No heat mat Moroccan Oil angle isn’t really noticeable at all Summary If you ignore the stuff about Moroccan Oil and Vitamin E, this is actually a neat pair of straighteners. They are very effective and will give you smooth results fast, even if … [Read more...]

Pros Straightens hair from towel dried Results last for a very long time including overnight Good price Cons May not suit every hair type Thick hair can stay slightly damp Doesn’t look particularly attractive Summary If you have short to mid-length healthy hair and a serious lack of time in the mornings then this just might be your saviour. It retains … [Read more...]