Ion Heat Protection Spray Review

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(More customer reviews)Short Review:
Good:
-Protects hair
-Conditions
-Would probably work great for thick, dry hair
Bad:
-Fine hair will be greasy
-I'm not in love with the smell
Long Review:
I bought this when I decided to try curling my fine, straight hair. I have always had many problems with my hair being greasy at the roots but dry and splitting at the tips. The instructions on the bottle tell you to spray on individual sections of hair (but not the roots). The first time I used it, I sprayed one to two spritzes on a 1/2 section from about 6 inches away and combed it through. Then I styled my hair. My hair was greasy as all get out and I dared not let it touch my neck for fear of causing my acne to flair up. (Note: the list of things that cause my acne to flair up include such items as sunscreen, lotions, and breathing air. I suspect a normal person would not have been as paranoid as I was.)
Figuring I had simple overdone it (which is usually true of everything I do), I tried using much less the next time and from a farther distance. I still found my hair to be too oily for my tastes. At this point, I considered this product pretty worthless to me and decided to pitch it right after I washed it out of my hair. However, it was after I rinsed this stuff out of my hair that I discovered a wonderful thing. This stuff conditions my hair like no other! Until my next shower, my tips were neither oily nor dry. They were soft and smooth. I put my hair up before my shower, spray the ends of my hair, shampoo and condition as normal (only the tips get conditioner, because that also makes my hair greasy), let air dry in my sleep and I have super silky, smooth, flat hair the next day. This alone brought my rating up a star. While I probably won't purchase another bottle, I have a use for the one I do own.
A note on the smell. Some days I am okay with it, other days it makes me nauseous. It's fairly low odor, (ie. it doesn't smell like flowers), but I'm just not into it.

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Bed Head Tourmaline Nano-Ceramic Straightener Review

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(More customer reviews)I do not have super curly hair but my hair is curly and especially at the ends hard to get straight with this straighter though the ends of my hair are even straight. This straighter from bed head was on my Christmas list and Santa was amazing and got it for me. I love it!!! Its sleek design makes it easy to hold and it looks supper cute even when it's just sitting on the counter. It reduces frizz, adds shine and gives me picture perfect straight hair. The cord is kind of rubbery so it does not easily become tangled or get all bunched up. It keeps my hair straight for hours on end even on the most humid days. It is well worth the price. I have had my hair straightened many times with a Chi and this straighter by Bed Head does just as well if not better, also it's not as expensive. If you don't feel like waiting for it to ship to you it is also available at Target. Get it, you won't regret it.

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Vidal Sassoon 1 inch Answers Straightener Review

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(More customer reviews)I see that a lot of people are having problems with theirs heating up. Mine heats up very fast and in reality it's a little to hot so I put it closer to low or in between low and medium. My hair is very thick and coarse and well nappy but it gets my hair super straight. It doesn't snag and it's really easy to glide. I would recommend this to anyone with really thick hair.

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FHI Ceramic Flat Iron - 1.25 inches Review

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(More customer reviews)The FHI iron works very well with natural, relaxed or weave hair. This iron keeps weave styles bouncy and fresh looking all the time. Also, it straightens natural hair perfectly! You have to literally wash your hair in order to get your curl pattern back! When curling relaxed hair or weave hair, the bump last for a while...almost like a roller set. I highly reccomend the FHI for anyone seeking straight edges around your sides and the nape of your neck (between relaxers) and curls with definition! I LOVE THIS IRON and I can't live without it. Be sure to ALWAYS use a good thermal heat protectant on the hair before curling...TTYL!!

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Farouk Deep Brilliance Ceramic Hairstyling Flat Iron Mini .5" Review

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(More customer reviews)Several years ago I started out using a cheap drugstore flat iron for my thick wavy hair. After talking to my stylist and my friends I got a 1½" Sedu and a 1" Solia flat iron for my long hair, and then my inverted bob (Posh Spice). They're pricey but you get what you pay for. I got nice SILKY STRAIGHT hair with those brands. Now with my boy haircut (Demi Moore in Ghost) I needed a narrower flat iron. After much research I finally bought this Farouk ½" mini. It's about 10 inches long and 1½ inch at its widest point.
Pros: narrow for short hair or bangs, quick heating with display light, adjustable temperature (140º - 400º), smooth ceramic surface means no pulling or catching, swivel cord, the tip stays cool enough so I can handle it, the two sides compress for better holding if I want to hold the ends and the price.
Cons: they sell out quickly, the directions are minimal. FYI - The Sedu and Solia manuals suggest around 340 - 350° for normal hair texture, less for bleached, damaged, fine hair and above that (370°) for coarse, thick, ethnic or otherwise resistant hair.
Get a good haircut, use a deep moisturizer once a week and you'll be good to go for a great price! Highly recommended.


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Farouk CHI GF1537 Turbo Mini .07 Inch Ceramic Flat Iron Hair Straightener Review

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(More customer reviews)I was suspect of the need for "ceramic ions" and "far infrared technology", but this iron was highly recommended by salon personnel, so I decided to dish out the money and try it. You don't need to believe the hype to realize that this is a top quality product. This was a case of "you get what you pay for"! It is lightweight and ergonomic, heats up almost immediately, has a slider bar for varying heat from 176-356F (80-180C), and velvety felt that protects you from burns (also allows me to get closer to my ears and scalp without getting burned). The latter feature is worth the money to me alone, and the the ceramic feels much gentler to my hair (I have baby fine hair very prone to breakage). Two other things to keep in mind when choosing a straightener:
1) size matters - smaller size is better - it's more maneuverable, and doing smaller sections at a time will produce better results.
2) not all ceramic is created equal - there are solid ceramic plates or plates COATED with ceramic that are cheaper. the ceramic layer on the coated plates can peel off and is supposedly damaging to your hair (not to mention your product is ruined).
so yes, this iron is more expensive, but hopefully it will last for years of top-notch straightening.
(Note: The box says 0.07", but the iron is actually 0.7" [=7/10 of an inch])

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FHI Platform 1 1/4 Inch Flat Iron Ceramic Nano Tourmaline, P114 Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the second of this brand flatiron that I have purchased. The first was the 1" flatiron which I have had for two years with absolutely no problems. Excellent product. The second one (the 1 1/4") I purchased through Amazon from this seller. Once again the iron works well, however I recently had one of the plates come loose in the iron. It now snags my hair and has become unusable for this reason. I tried twice contacting the seller through Amazon's forum as they give no direct info for contacting them. They did not respond to either e-mail. I then called Amazon and was given a direct e-mail address for the seller. This time they did respond with a very brief answer, "We do not offer warranty on any irons." I responded and asked if I should contact FHI directly and they responded, "You can contact FHI".
I then contacted FHI directly and was told that they could not help me because Payless Beauty is not an authorized seller and further stated that they had this issue with Payless before and that they are aware that they are selling to the public a product with no warranty. This is a real issue for me as this is not a cheap product.
This is a good product, but beware that if you purchase from this seller and it stops working for some reason in a month or so you are out of luck!

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Ceramic Silk Ironing Creme 5.94 oz. Tube Review

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(More customer reviews)I fould this product at Sallys and really loved the way my hair looked after applying this. The product is no longer available at Sallys and I was able to find it on Amason. My hair is smooth and silky after I use this and it feels very healty.

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CHI Ceramic Volumizing Iron 3/4" Wide 1 ea Review

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(More customer reviews)These are perfect for what I needed. I've had my hair cut due to breakage and I needed to flat iron and curl at the same time. This does the trick. It gives just the right amount of straightening with the ability to curl the ends at the same time. I can do my hair quickly and the shine from the flat ironing is nice.

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Wigo 1 Inch Digital Ceramic Cruling Iron WG5402 Review

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(More customer reviews)i am really satisfied with this purchase... it heats up fast...and its great that it had different heat settings for different types of styling!

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Helen Of Troy Hot Tools Ceramic 1-1/2" Flat Iron Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had this for about 2 weeks. It works wonders on my thick/curly/frizzy hair. The only thing that bothered me is that on the box it came in it says there is lead in the cord.

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CHI InfraTech Ergonomically Curved Flat Iron 1'' Review

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(More customer reviews)The original CHI is much better! This one doesn't get too hot and takes forever to get my hair straight.

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Farouk CHI GF1022 Ergonomic Auto Digital Ceramic 1" Flat Iron with GFI plug, Velvet bag and CHI Handbag Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this for my daughter-in-law and she loves it! It works much faster than her old flat iron and her hair is much shinier and healthier.

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Farouk CHI Auto-Digital Advanced Wet to Dry Ceramic Ionic Flat Iron 1-1/4" with Free Stand and Thermal Pouch Review

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(More customer reviews)I have been using Chi irons for years now. This my second wet to dry iron and I love it. I would never go back to a plain Chi dry iron.
Chi irons are superior to all other irons because of their temperature level and evenness. I have confirmed this with a laser heat gauge comparing Chi's to other brands. The temp is nearly identical to the digital display on the front. This is WHY you buy a Chi. It is for serious thick hair-straightening.
The trick is that you really need to know how to use the Wet-Dry iron. It is not intuitive, nor can you simply use on wet or damp hair with the same old products. There are some key points you need to know.
Wet to Dry Key Points:
Key Benefit: The number one benefit of the wet-dry iron is resistance to humidity. When I started using this iron, I stopped getting chemical and thermal straighten at the salon. I live in Fla and I have zero curl, fizz or puffiness when humidity is at max. I only get this benefit with the wet-dry.
Steam: Yes you are steaming your hair. Yes it is safe. No, you shouldn't worry that you are hurting your hair. You are steaming out the moisture and product not your hair. The temp on your hair shaft is the same as a dry iron. The key is NEVER to leave the heat on too long. See below.
Water Content: Damp almost dry hair works the best for many reasons. It is faster, and the outcome is virtually the same as on wet hair. Some professionals tell you NOT to use this product on true wet hair. I have used on wet hair, but it takes forever, takes more skill and as I mentioned there is no benefit in the straightness category. Note however that the more water you steam with, the more humidity resistance you will enjoy. You'll figure out the correct wetness for your needs. Start out with dryer hair and gradually work damper with each attempt.
Product: I am told by a top professional that silicone based thermal products are the only ones to use with a wet-dry iron. I have had that experience first hand. The regular old thermal protectors leave my hair feeling crunchy. The nicer silkier products are hardly noticeable. YES-use product before you blow dry and again before you iron. No need to use on each section. Just a small drop worked into your hair. I like a cream before I dry and the oil before I iron. Chi makes great stuff for this.
Dryer: There are a couple of approaches depending on your time commitment. 1) you can simply get all the water out with basic simple blow drying. As long as your hair is damp to the touch this method will produce pin straight hair once you iron. or 2) you can straighten your hair with a round brush and blow dry in sections. Again as long as you leave each section damp to the touch the iron will work great. I prefer method 2 for silkier hair. Remember leave in enough wetness. Don't blow nearly dry. If top sections get dryer as you work, a little drop of water does the trick.
Small batches: Just a reminder for those of you that may not know this. The trick is to start at the nape of your neck and work forwards. Divide your head in half down center and then pin all up except what you are working with. Iron in small sections about a 3rd the width of your iron's length. This produces the straightest outcome. Use a comb to catch the hot section. You will burn your hands.
Steam: You should produce steam, that is how you know there is still water on the shaft. Do NOT leave the iron in one place EVER. Again NEVER EVER hold the iron in one spot. Catch your hair close to the head and iron till ONE INCH before the ends. You may have to go over a section again but that is the idea. Once you have completed that section you can then gather the entire section in the iron, and iron to the ends of the shaft. This protects your ends, THE most vulnerable part. (this is the same with a dry iron BTW)


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Farouk CHI GF1200 Volumizer 3/4" Ceramic Volumizing Iron Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a stylist. This iron gets extremely hot which is great for styling. However I am on my 4th volumizing iron because the plastic casing cannot withstand the heat and the blades come apart over a time. I have tried different epoxies to try and salvage the iron, but once reheated the residue bleeds onto the hair. So I just keep buying new ones. I love the results which cannot be simulated with a flat or curling iron.

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CHI TURBO Farouk Professional 1/2" Curling Iron GF1525 Review

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(More customer reviews)I am very disappointed in the curling iron I received. From the picture and description I did not know it was the kind without the spring clamp and I have very bad arthritis so it is totally useless to me. I would love to return it.
Nancy Bennett

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FHI Flat Iron 1.25" Plate Review

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(More customer reviews)I have think curly hair and this flat iron is wonderful! I do blow-dry first to get my hair as straight as possible, but iron straightens and smoothes my hair beautifully. It also adds shine to it. I DO use straightening product before blow-drying and a little bit before straightening - it seems to prevent split ends. The most important aspect is with all the humidity we have in Florida, I no longer have to worry about bad hair days - it smoothes the hair so well, it helps to withstand humidity. The width works well with thick hair and gives me sufficient control for each lock.

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