Straightening irons got a bad rep in the 2000s when chunky highlights and fried-flat hair reigned. Thankfully, we’ve moved past that look and into a more elevated era of “liquid hair,” think: Naomi Campbell’s extra-long strands moving like a shiny, silk curtain as she walks. But with tons of straighteners on the market, we could use some guidance on which ones are best. So we asked the experts. Stylists who’ve worked with celebs like Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Olivia Rodrigo, and all The Kardashians (a.k.a. our hair goal icons) weigh in on the best tools on the market.
Ahead, our celebrity hairstylists tell us about their favorite straighteners, which include options that heat quickly, multi-taskers that double as tools for making waves, and more. They’re also here to provide some tips and tricks for achieving the sleekest, smoothest strands. Read on to find a new straightener you can add to cart right away.
For Quick Results
Edge Heated Brush
Best Root Tamer
Gold Mini Styler
Best For Soft Waves
Lucea 1” Straightening & Styling Flat Iron
Most Affordable
Mini Straightening Iron with Travel Pouch
Best For Silky Hair
Platinum+ Professional Performance Hair Styler
- Heat readjusts based on your hair
Best For Adding Shine
Pro Artist Black Gold Dual Plate Flat Iron
- Thicker plates make straightening quick and easy
Best For On The Go
Corrale Hair Straightener
Best For Fighting Frizz
Perfectly Polished Titanium Flat Iron
Best For Healthy Hair
Gold Professional Styler
Best Lightweight Option
Nano Titanium Ionic Straightening Iron
Best For Curls And Waves
Le Duo 360 Airflow Styler
Best For Shiny Hair
Ceramic Flat Styling Iron
Best For Thick Hair
Nano Titanium 1″ Ultra-Thin Straightening Iron
- Must split hair into small sections
The Cult Classic Flat Iron
Original Styler – 1″ Flat Iron
Best For All Styles
SinglePass Styling Iron
- Heat adjusts to hair type
Best For Coarse Hair
G3 Salon Pro Hair Straightener Iron
To prolong your style, make sure to add a lightweight hairspray at the end. For additional smoothing at the roots, stylist Lacy Redway recommends spritzing the top of your head with a hairspray like the Nexxus Weightless Hold Ultra Fine Hair Spray, and then smoothing down the flyaways with the edge of the can. At night, tie your hair into a loose bun or ponytail with a silk scrunchie like Crown Affair’s The Scrunchie No. 003. Sleeping on a silk pillow case, like the Slip cases, can also help protect your strands and prolong your style.
Can I curl my hair with a straightener?Yes, of course! Straighteners that have a rounded outside edge are great for creating soft curls or beachy weaves. Opt for a 1″ flat iron to easy wrap the hair around.
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