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Reader Review of the Day: Remington T/Studio Ceramic Digital Flat Iron
When it comes to flat irons, sometimes you score big with an amazing bargain, while other times, the deal fizzles out flat. Reader kayecouture tried out Remington T/Studio Ceramic Digital Flat Iron ($40) and got burned. Here's why:
This flat iron is a piece of crap.
Product Review: Sedu Pro Shortie Mini-Styler Iron
I have two new best friends. Their names are PetSugar and Sedu. You see, Pet recently introduced me to Sedu's Pro Shortie Mini Styler Iron ($50), an amazing little flat iron that was free with a $100 purchase she had made on Folica.
Is Your Flat Iron Too Hot to Handle?
As tempting as it is to just pick the highest setting on hot tools in hopes of saving time with maximum sleekness, deep down you know the damage it causes. While healthy hair can better hold up to the heat, thin or chemically treated hair should turn it down a notch. Or several notches.
Love It or Leave It? Flat Ironing In the Car
I like my beauty sleep as much as the next girl, and I've certainly rushed to get ready or touched up my look at work. However, not only have I never flat-ironed my hair while in the car, it's never even occurred to me. Until now.
5 Tips For Taking Your Flat Iron to Go
Summer vacay, are you ready? If you want sleek locks for your next trip — but cherish your ceramic plates — check out these five ways to take better care of the flat iron so it lasts 'til you get home again.
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Never Forget to Turn Off Your Curling or Flat Iron Again
Recently, I read an article about a woman who caused an inferno because she left her hot flat iron on the bed. Zoinks! How many times have you left the house, only to go into panic mode about that possibly still-plugged-on curling or flat iron sizzling away in the bathroom?
Doing Drugstore: Conair MiniPro 1/2-Inch Ceramic Straightener
I'm not usually one to travel with a heat-styling tool, but when I saw this little guy ($19.99) I had to give it a go. The possibilities seemed endless: Cowlick be damned, I could get bangs! Amazing, thick, brow-grazing Joni Mitchell bangs!
Nicole Richie's Hair-Styling Tip: Does It Work?
The new issue of Glamour has a lovely photo shoot with Nicole Richie, but what really caught my eye was a quote from Nicole: "The best tip I ever got from a hair pro was to curl my hair with a flat iron." Say what? On second thought, I felt like I may have witnessed this backstage during Fashion Week, but not in the hands of a mere hair novice like myself.
Your Dermatologist Likes Your Hair Wavy
According to the American Academy of Dermatologists, you should never set your flat iron to its highest heat. At their Summer Academy Meeting at the end of last month, dermatologist Paradi Mirmirani presented information on the potentially long-term damage caused by even the newest ceramic heat tools. Once you hear what actually happens to your strands when they come in contact with extreme heat, you might embrace your natural curls.
Tools of the Trade: Groovy Hair Styling Tools
These cool hair styling tools are groovy gadgets for teens—or just anyone who loves color. Their hippie style is mod, fun and functional. Plus, they're on sale, so they won't break the bank.
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