There are various factors to consider when selecting the most suitable flat iron for your hair type. Make sure it will provide optimal styling while being safe for your locks. Consideration should also be given to temperature, plate size, material, and design when choosing a flat iron.
Temperature
The temperature of your flat iron is integral to successfully straightening 4c Hair. Too high of an environment could result in heat damage, while too low an atmosphere won’t adequately straighten strands. An excellent idea when flat ironing hair is to use a premium heat protectant. These products shield your locks from the high temperatures of your flat iron, helping reduce damage. Gisou’s Propolis Infused Heat Protecting Spray or Moroccanoil Perfect Defense Heat Protectant may provide some added protection.
Curly Hair often requires more heat than straight locks to achieve sleek results, yet it is essential not to overheat strands. Too much heat can damage strands and lead to dry, brittle locks prone to breakage and their natural curl pattern being lost altogether. Finding a flat iron with adjustable temperature settings makes maintaining optimal conditions much simpler for curling hair strands.
Plate material
Flat iron plates should be constructed from materials capable of withstanding high temperatures, distributing heat evenly to avoid hot spots or frizz, and providing enough surface area to enable you to straighten large sections of Hair at once.
The Croc iron features ceramic and tourmaline plates designed to withstand high temperatures without harming Hair, emitting negative ions to reduce frizz and static, digital controls and an LCD screen to help adjust temperatures quickly, and an auto shut-off feature that turns it off after 60 minutes of inactivity.
Deogra flat irons are designed to help those with 4c hair achieve salon-grade silk press results at home without incurring salon prices. Their wide plates and even heat distribution make this flat iron an excellent option for all thick or coarse hair types, including thicker styles that need smoothing out. Its heat protectant shield helps safeguard against direct heat damage to protect it further!
Plate size
Selecting an ideal flat iron for your hair requires careful consideration of several factors, including usage frequency, personal preferences, and budget. Your goal should be to find one that can give salon-like silk presses without harming your locks.
KIPOZI flat irons offer one solution for styling 4c natural Hair quickly and efficiently, reaching temperatures of 380 degrees Fahrenheit in less than 30 seconds. Plus, their ionic generator releases negative ions to help prevent heat damage and hot spots – not to mention their compact size makes it convenient for travel!
GHD Platinum Professional Styler uses predictive technology for optimal straightening results, boasting high-grade ceramic plates for even heat distribution and an ideal choice for those with long and thick locks. However, humidity can lead to frizz as soon as you begin straightening – best avoided at all costs!
Cleaning
Appropriate use of a flat iron can result in heat damage to your locks, so use it sparingly. Aim only to straighten your hair once or twice weekly while remembering to apply leave-in conditioner as part of this step.
Regular cleaning of your flat iron is vital to its optimal performance and avoiding build-up or residue from building up on its plates, which could degrade its lifespan and affect the smoothness of straightened Hair. Failure to keep up with maintenance could leave these substances degrading your plates over time, shortening their lifespan further and negatively affecting smoothness.
First, remove any visible residue using a damp cloth or professional cleaning solution to clean a flat iron. For easier removal of sticky deposits, dampen a soft cloth with warm water before gently rubbing over them on your iron’s plate, or use rubbing alcohol instead of water as needed to dissolve any sticky spots on it. Finally, dry off the plate using another clean cloth and store your flat iron somewhere cool and dry to prevent moisture and heat damage to avoid surprises!
