The invention of hair straighteners has provided amazing opportunity for creating different hairstyles without much effort
. The modern hair straighteners are just the modification of the metal flat irons that were in use long ago when it was first made. But the quality, durability and utility of todays flat irons are far better than the conventional ones. Even now metal flat irons are available that are made with metal plates like aluminum and offers a number of potential dangers on the hair. That is why; flat irons with metal plates are now replaced with ceramic and tourmaline materials that are capable of protecting your hair from heat damages during styling. But still, you have to be aware of the potential hazards that these hot styling tools bring along with them. Understanding different types of flat irons according to their quality and features are important to help you in choosing the best one from them that can style your hair without causing any damages.
Ceramic Flat Irons
Pure ceramic flat irons are made with 100% ceramic coating and are the natural source of plenty of negative ions that are liberated when heated. The negative ion technology of the ceramic irons can eliminate the effect of heat on the hair, thereby acting as a protective coating on the hair during styling. But you can be fooled by fake ceramic flat irons that are made with mild coatings of ceramic and lack the efficiency of pure ceramic plates. Such fake ceramic plates do not distribute heat evenly on the hair shaft and can damage your hair extensively.
Metal Flat Irons
Poor quality and traditional flat irons are manufactured with metal heating plates that produce severe effects on the hair damage and can even ruin the hair forever. Since they distribute hair unevenly and produce scratches on the hair during styling, they are not recommended for the safety of the hair. They over heat the hair and burns the scalp.
Chemical Straightening
Straightening the hair using chemical is highly hazardous for the hair. They act harshly on the hair and lead to hair drying and falling.