Okay, I have read that even the ceramic flat irons are damaging to your hair... so, I was wondering if there are any flat irons, such as tourmaline ceramic or ionic, that do not damage your hair, or at least not that much...
2006-08-29 08:31:45 · 18 answers · asked by Steffy 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Hair
I think that hey all damage your hair. Just don't make it an everyday thing. Ok, at least not an hourly thing. And your hair will make it out alive. Instead, try changing your hair produts to deep treatment ones so that your hair is always healthy over damaged.
2006-08-29 08:35:27 · answer #1 · answered by Fashionvista 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although I do feel anything that puts extreme heat on your hair is potentially damaging but some are far worse than others...I use the "Sedu" iron for almost 2 years and it's never damaged my hair...Chi also makes a good one but your looking to spend over $100 for either of these. However, it's worth it if you use it often... I noticed someone told you to get an iron that produces steam and I wanted to warn you against this type of iron because adding moisture actually is more harmful...check out info below.
"Before you touch any flat iron to your hair, it is critical that your hair is completely dry. If hair is wet, the heat from the flat iron will literally steam the water inside the hair shaft, bringing it to a boil, and that can rupture the hair in those areas. It is also imperative to keep the iron moving over the hair at all times. Never allow the iron to rest on any one part or you will fry the area."
Also, make sure you use a protective spray over your hair before ironing...let it dry first. Try looking for one at Sally's Beauty Supply or ask your hair dresser.
2006-08-31 00:18:46 · answer #2 · answered by Clay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to buy cheap hairstraighteners from the supermarket but they just easily fry your hair. A couple of weeks ago I stumbled across a website that sold great hair straighteners. I ordered one from there and it is fantastic. The Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Ion Flat Iron (1-1/4") is what I bought and I absolutely love it! The tourmaline guarantees soft, smooth, frizz-free silky straight hair without heat damage. If you are going to get any straightener I strongly recommend getting this one!
2006-08-29 09:39:01 · answer #3 · answered by somegirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any heat applied to your hair can be damaging. It all depends on how healthy your hair is, if you take care of it, and how often you use the Iron... Ceramic has been alot less damaging then regular metal plates, but still can cause damage - make sure you condition regularly and trim your hair often to avoid any split ends from the Iron. Good luck.
2006-08-29 08:37:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All flat irons damage your hair. To reduce damage always have some type of product in your hair before you flat iron, like a serum, that way the flat iron is burning that off and not your hair. Also use it on the lowest setting possible for your hair type.
2006-09-05 18:45:07 · answer #5 · answered by asmokincutie® 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well seeing as nobody's hair was meant to handle 400 degree heat, i would say they are all bad for you. It really depends on your hair type. I have thick wavy hair and I use a Revlon iron. It is a 1 or 1 1/2 inch barrel and it comes apart like a flat iron but you can flip a switch and it is a curling iron. It has 20 heat settings so you can go as low as you need or as high as you need. I would definately recommend using a heat protectant cream. You get something from a salon, those are really nice or you can use Therma silk like I do... it works well also.
2006-08-29 08:37:18 · answer #6 · answered by Mystie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The "Chi" ionic flat iron would definitely be your safest option. They are expensive, but well worth it to not damage your hair everyday. Although i am sure if you use a flat iron everyday, you will have some breakage! I have a chi and love it. I could not live without it.
2006-08-29 08:39:58 · answer #7 · answered by MLY 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not the type of flat iron its the heat that damages your hair, use lots of conditioner
2006-09-06 07:17:36 · answer #8 · answered by flower wanda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heat damages hair, and since most hair dryers and hair straighteners use heat, yes they damage your hair. You can protect your hair from this heat by using the right styling products. Heat protectant sprays and good conditioners all work wonders for me. I have Pantene Hair without ever using Pantene.
2006-08-29 08:38:59 · answer #9 · answered by Poison Ivy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with one of the posting about ceramic flat irons..."just make sure you use a leave-in conditioner"...that is the main thing.
This blog tells a bit about it...
http://jenniferanistonseduhairstyles.blogspot.com
2006-08-29 10:36:38 · answer #10 · answered by Steve T 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋