Best Hair Straighteners for 2011

Considering there are hundreds of hair straightening models on the market today, choosing one that’s reliable and won’t damage your hair can be overwhelming.  There are certain features you should always look for. Since you are styling your tresses with an enormous amount of heat, you want to make sure the flat iron you select is made with heat resistant technology. The wrong flat iron can actually cause damage to your hair in the way of dryness, breakage and frizz, so instead of sleek, shiny strands, you’re left with a dull, lackluster ‘do. To help you find the model that’s best for your hair type, we’ve rounded up some of the best flat irons you can buy. You can’t go wrong with any of these models.

HAI Convertible Ceramic Flat Iron
Ceramic heat panels use an infrared heating system to protect hair against damage. This type of heat also helps hair retain moisture and keep salon color longer. Additionally, it seals the cuticle in the hair shaft, so hair is less likely to break or have split ends. Another plus: It heats up quickly, reaching the temperature you want in about 25 seconds, so it makes styling faster and more efficient. It’s easy to maneuver thanks to a special ergonomic design.
             
GHD Classic Styler Ceramic Hair Straightener
This professional salon quality flat iron is built with ceramic plates that maintain equal amounts of infrared heat throughout the section of hair you are styling, to keep hair healthy and shiny. It also helps to lock in hair’s natural oils.  It’s a perfect choice to use on unruly tresses, like course or curly hair; because the single pass technology helps to tame hair more easily. The barrel is curved, so you are able to create waves and curls in addition to sleek styles.

T3 Single Pass 1 Inch Straightening and Styling Iron
The beauty of this flat iron is the same amount of heat is maintained along the plates so hair will be equally straight everywhere you iron. Tourmaline, which is actually made from ground up semiprecious stones and added to the straighteners heat plates, emits negatively charged ions to help make your hair shiny and sleek without a frizz or flyaway in sight. Infrared heat also keeps hydration locked and loaded into the hair shaft. The curved barrel and beveled edges give you the flexibility to create multiple styles, including, curls, waves and zigzags.

Remington T-Studio Ceramic Pearl Pro Slim Straightener
This manageable model actually contains crushed pearls in its heat plates to help make your hair incredibly soft and shiny. It passes through strands effortlessly so it’s free of any ridges or snags. Count on sleek strands that remain touchable and soft from morning until night.
Hot Tools NanoCeramic Flat Iron
The heat plates on this straightener help to maximize the ceramic technology that’s built in. The infrared heat that’s used in gentler on the hair, which means it’s less prone to dryness or damage. It’s easy to use and lightweight, so you can pack it up to create styles while you’re on the go. In addition, the rounded barrel lets you go above and beyond straight styles. Plus, it heats up and cools down in an instant.

The Sedu Revolution Pro Styling Iron
Your hair natural luster will come to the surface thanks to tourmaline and ceramic plates. A rounded barrel means endless possibilities for styling without the risk of snags or knots. Hair looks smooth and shiny and frizz free. And additionally, an infrared heating system means hair is protected from heat damage and able to retain moisture longer.   

Ultra Chi Red 1 Inch Ceramic Flat Iron
This salon-quality straightener contains crushed tourmaline powder within its plates to help lock in moisture and add shine. Super straight, frizz-free strands are guaranteed to stay touchable and soft all day long. It also has a swivel cord, which makes styling strands easier.