Hair Straightener

A hair straightener is a great tool to have around for women who like to change things up every once in a while with a totally different hair style. Find a good one from by Conair, Chi Home or Dockers. Want to flatten out curls or tame runaway frizz? Do it the quick and easy way with an electric straightener.

Choose a design that heats up fast and has a variety of heat settings. Most irons heat up to 450 degrees, so an automatic shutoff and a long swivel cord are good safety features to consider. A flat iron straightener is the basic design, and is available in many sizes, shapes and widths; some with custom heat resistant carry cases included.

Many hair irons use a special ceramic product called tourmaline that creates negative ions to reduce the static electricity that can cause frizzy hair. A ceramic hair straightener heats up quickly—some models in as little as 15 seconds—and can keep hair straight for most of the day. Choose a slender iron to get as close to the scalp as possible. A straightener designed with wide blades is good for heavy-duty curl control.

To flatten and straighten hair while adding a long lasting and professional looking shine, use a hair straightener with silicone. The silicone strip also provides a smooth surface on the iron that can help prevent gaps and crinkles when the hair is pressed. Choose a design that heats evenly so there are no hot spots, and get a smooth style without damaging the hair.

A wet or dry straightener can be used on wet hair, right out of the shower, and dries it as it adds a bit of shine with a silicone strip. Some designs include special steam vents built into the iron to remove just the right amount of moisture as the hair is flattened.

Check out the selection and choose a great hair straightener today at Macy's.