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Choosing the Best Flat Iron

Face it – we take our hair everywhere we go. For many of us it is a part of our wardrobe, determining how to wear our hair for special events is almost as important as deciding what outfit to wear. The difference between a high quality flat iron and a low quality flat iron can literally make or break your hair. Your hair is worth investing in. However, not everyone is an expert and some need help choosing the best flat iron for their hair. It is important to consider your hair length and type.

Finding the right iron for your hair

Not every flat iron is the same, so before you start looking around it is important to know your hair type so you make the right decision.

Curly or coarse: This means that your hair can be quick to tangle and feel unruly or wiry. It is not only full of texture but also feels thick. You want a flat iron that can handle your hair through advanced technology and high temperatures while avoiding damage to your hair.

Normal, Wavy, Medium, or Thickness: Granted, there is no such thing as “normal” hair – but take this as hair that does not break easily, is not overly dry or oily, and has medium-thickness. This hair generally adapts to different styles easily and thus does not need as much heat.

Naturally Straight, Fine, Thin: The lucky few. This hair can be straightened and styled with almost any flat iron. In this situation, temperature control is important because you want to do your hair at a relatively low temperature. If you notice breakage, dry ends, or frizz, the iron may be too warm.

What a good flat iron will do this

  • It will heat up quickly
  • It has variable temperature selection
  • It is not going to snag or pull your hair
  • It is going to leave the hair looking healthier and shinier
  • It creates a style that lasts (until you wash your hair again)

A lesser flat iron is going to do this

  • Have little to no heat control
  • Burn the hair quite quickly
  • Pull your hair, causing both breakage and discomfort
  • Take forever to achieve the desired style
  • Provide results that simply do not last.

Hotness Flat Iron Reviews & Testimonials

Hotness Flat Iron - Venom

The Hotness Flat Iron was just released in the beginning of 201o and already is becoming a very popular choice in flat iron amongst stylists and home users. Backed by a 4 year warranty and a full 30-day 100% satisfaction money-back guarantee how can you really say no? And if that wasn’t enough to convince you, the Hotness Flat Iron introductory price cannot be beat for a professional flat iron, retailing for only $90.00!

Don’t just take my word for it, read the Hotness Flat Iron Reviews & Testimonials below submitted from stylists and home users.

  • Jessica Jackson Toronto, Canada “I can finally straighten my hair without damaging it and my straightener looks so stylish!”
  • Carla King Memphis, TN “I have tried so many different irons but hotness Xotica model is by far my favorite. I am going to buy another one for Christmas for my sister. Thank you guys!”
  • Christy Pitts Florida “I just received my shipment and tried the styler I purchased from you guys at the trade show for the first time, I am very happy because it does the job very well and looks sooooo sexy! Thank you”
  • Michelle Phung Montreal, Quebec “Definitely worth the price, I bought the Angel model and I was skeptical at first but gave it a try since it doesn’t cost as much as the other big names and they had a satisfaction guarantee. So now months in its working like a charm and I use it all the time. Frizz free and very fast. I give my HOTNESS tool 5 stars.”
  • James Early Chicago, IL “I give my hotness tool five stars! More than worth the price.”
  • Steve McKenzie London, England “I took the tool I got from your company and used it at my show and I gotta say overall I am satisfied with the performance and feel. I definitely think it was worth the price and the best part is I now have so many of my clients buying it from my salon to use at home. Once again thank you for your patience and send the orders promptly. Cheers!”
  • An anonymous satisfied customer New York, NY “I think I like my Hotness tool better than my CHI! Thanks a million!”

So, what are you waiting for? Get your Hotness Flat Iron and send us your review! Even better, use coupon code CELEBRATE10 and receive $10 off your Hotness Hairstyling Iron!

Kamisori – VOTED FAVORITE BRAND FOR SHEARS BY AMERICAN HAIRDRESSERS!

Kamisori Shears has been voted the favorite brand of hair shears and awarded the 2010 American Salon Professionals Choice Award! Should we really question as to why? Well, for those of you who may not already know why Kamisori is the favorite brand of professional hair shears, here are a few reasons why they are just that!

Why Choose Kamisori Shears:

Perfect balance, unparalleled sharpness; a masterpiece of elegance.  Kamisori shears are used and recommended by platform hair stylists all over the world, experience innovative shears truly recognized as one of the world’s best.
Craftsmanship:

Kamisori innovative shears are carefully hand-made from some of the finest materials available today; no other company combines such diverse range of high quality metals with such unique craftsmanship.  The end result is light-weight, ergonomic and perfectly balanced shears for fast, precise and smooth cutting.

During manufacturing, each pair is cleverly constructed using results from years of study, research, testing and experience.  Each pair goes through a series of 93 different careful steps to ensure the final result is nothing but perfection. Kamisori’s senior craftsmen have been making hair cutting instruments for generations and to them, superior blade-making is a form of art that only certain individuals with extensive
talent and experience can master.

Lifetime Guarantee:

Kamisori is so confident in the tools they make and they fully stand by their brand to ensure total customer satisfaction.  When you purchase a pair of Kamisori scissors you are covered by unconditional lifetime warranty, exclusive one year accidental damage warranty, and a 30-day money back satisfaction guarantee.

Try Kamisori with confidence, you will fall in love at first cut!

Top 5 Hair Thinning Shears

If you are looking for a new pair of Hair Thinning Shears you want the best for your money so here is a list of the Top 5 Hair Thinning Shears based on reviews from Hair Stylists.

1. Kamisori Black Diamond Thinning/Texturizing Shears

  • Ergonomic design
  • Black titanium coating over V-10 cobalt steel
  • Matching set available

2. Saki Katana Thinning Hair Shears

  • Material: Japanese SUS440C Stainless Steel
  • Blade: Convex edge with hardness 59~61 HRC
  • Specialty: Blunt/Wet/Dry
  • Ring Size: Adjustable
  • Handle: Offset

3. Kamisori Diamond Thinning Shears

  • Size: 6″ / 30 teeth
  • Material: Molybdenum
  • Cut Percentage: 25-30%
  • Style: Texture, Thin, Blend

4. O2 Professional 27-Tooth Thinning Shears with Rotating Handle by Via

  • Crane Handle Grip with Rotating Thumb
  • Ultra Strong, Cryogenically Tempered Japanese Steel
  • Convex Edge
  • Curved Teeth
  • Adjustable Coin-Screw Tension System
  • 6 in length
  • Lifetime Warranty

5. Kamisori Atlantic Jewel Thinning Shears

  • Size/Teeth: 5.75″/35
  • Material: HITACHI
  • Edges: Convex
  • Tension System: Spring Click
  • Finger Rest: Fixed
  • Style: Texturizing/Thinning

Check out The Top 5 Hair Cutting Shears

Top 5 Hair Dryers

A professional hair dryer can make a world of a difference when it comes to both drying and styling your hair. Features such as tourmaline, ionic technology and ceramic heat help dry hair faster and leave it smoother and shinier. Check out the Top 5 Hair Dryers on the market, rated by home users and hair stylists.

1. Hotness Hair Dryer

  • UV light on dryer indicates ion generation
  • Infrared light inside nozzle indicates infrared heat waves to eliminate static and reduce frizz
  • Two speed settings with three temperature settings including cold shot
  • Powerful 2300 watts
  • Ultra low noise
  • No-slip and sweat proof ergonomic handle
  • Turbo AC motor for excellent durability and faster results
  • 2.5 meter professional length swivel cord with hanging loop
  • environment-friendly materials
  • Includes two styling attachments
  • Four year warranty

2. T3 Featherweight Hair Dryer

  • 100% crushed tourmaline jewels.
  • Generates negative ions and far-infrared heat.
  • 60% faster drying time due to tourmaline negative ions and maximum.
  • Far infrared heat.
  • Closes the cuticle layer to protect the hair.
  • Powerful yet light as a feather.
  • Leaves hair soft, shiny and smooth.
  • Doesn’t damage hair like other hair dryers.
  • Eliminates the frizzy “blow-dried” look.
  • Negative ions add moisture and sheen.
  • Only dryer with true ceramic coil.
  • Removable filter and screen.
  • 2 speed settings.
  • 1800-watt motor.

3. Farouk CHI Rocket Hair Dryer

  • 1800 Watts for more power and blowing action.
  • 110v designed for use in United States & Canada.
  • Cold Shot Button – Press once for off and once for on. You don’t have to hold it in.
  • Infrared Light Indicator on the side – lets you know when you are producing infrared and ionic heat.
  • Lightest and quietest professional hairdryer.
  • Ceramic Heating element for instant moisturizing heat.
  • Lowest output of EMF (Electro Magnetic Frequency).
  • Projects millions of negative ions to break the water molecules rather than boiling them like a conventional dryer.
  • 50% Faster drying time

4. FHI Nano Weight Pro 1800 Hair Dryer

  • Lightweight Professional Salon Hair Dryer
  • Tourmaline produces maximum negative ions allowing the hair to absorb more moisture for superior conditioning and shine.
  • Nano Fuzeion Technology (Nano Ti + Nano TiO2 + Nano Ag)
  • Low EMF
  • Diffuser and Concentrator Included
  • 2 Speed Settings
  • Ceramic Heater
  • Quiet Speed Motor runs at 1800 watts for fast drying (800 hours life time)

5. T3 Tourmaline Evolution SE Hair Dryer

  • 100% crushed tourmaline jewels.
  • Generates negative ions and far-infrared heat.
  • 70% faster drying time due to tourmaline negative ions and maximum.
  • Far infrared heat.
  • Closes the cuticle layer to protect the hair.
  • Powerful yet light as a feather.
  • Leaves hair soft, shiny and smooth.
  • Doesn’t damage hair like other hair dryers.
  • Eliminates the frizzy “blow-dried” look.
  • Negative ions add moisture and sheen.
  • Only dryer with true ceramic coil.
  • Removable filter and screen.
  • 2 speed settings.
  • 3 heat settings.
  • 2000-watt motor.

Top 5 Flat Irons

When it comes to choosing a flat iron the list is endless. There are many different brands and within those brands, different models of flat irons with different features. In order to help you choose the best flat iron here is a list of the Top 5 Flat Irons based on reviews from both stylists and home users.

1. Karmin Titanium Flat Iron

  • Ultra hard, mirror smooth titanium plate surfaces
  • Negative Ions and Infrared Heat (removes static) for Silky Shiny Hair
  • Ion field technology (seals in natural oils)
  • Micro-porous technology (locks in moisture)
  • Won’t damage hair like other straighteners
  • Straight-Curl-Flip-Style
  • Unparalleled Infrared heat for deep, long lasting straightness
  • Micro Chip Temperature Control Infrared Heat, Flash Quick Heating
  • Variable temperature settings for all hair types. The maximum temperature is 200°C (410°F), and the minimum temperature is 80°C (176°F)
  • Tangle-free 3 meter, 360° swivel cord
  • 3 Year Manufacturers Warranty

    2. Corioliss PRO-V Hair Straightener

    • Temperature control from 140 to 410
    • Over 9 feet of swivel cord which allows for easy movement of the cord
    • Negative ion technology to allow results to keep lasting
    • Far infrared technology to seal in moisture to condition the hair
    • Dual Voltage from 110/120 to 220/240
    • Nano silver technology – style and clean your hair at the same time!
    • 100% tourmaline ceramic plates

      3. Chi Original Flat Iron

      • Straighten · Curl · Flip · Style
      • Versatile “all in one” ergonomic design
      • Flash quick heating.
      • Swivel cord
      • Create silky shiny hair instantly

      • IntelTek & Tourmaline – advanced technology for accelerated ion generation
      • Ceramic – brings a natural conditioned look, protects hair color from fading
      • Digital Temperature Display – allows you to precisely control temperature according to hair type
      • Up to an ultra hot temperature of 450° F (230° C) for fast results and difficult-to-straighten hair
      • Programmable auto shut-off
      • Instant HOTNESS! – heats up In seconds
      • Flexible plates to eliminate gaps
      • Professional length swivel cord – no more tangling cords
      • Lightweight & ergonomic
      • Suitable for thin or thick hair
      • Rounded plate edges to straighten, flip or curl
      • Plate width: 1”
      • Four year warranty

      5. Karmin Salon Pro G3 Styling Iron

      • 1 inch pure tourmaline ceramic plates
      • A variable temperature range from 176°F to 410°F maximizes variations in hairstyles.
      • Latest in ceramic and tourmaline technologies sealing in moisture reducing static and frizz.
      • Free heatproof mat included.
      • 3 Year Manufacturers Warranty

      Hotness Flat Iron Review- Before & After

      My hair type is thick, coarse and curly and when it comes straightening my hair I don’t have much patience to be honest. I have always found it takes too long and I just don’t care to spend hours on my hair. I have to say that I no longer really feel this way after using the Hotness Flat Iron. It gets hot enough that it actually straightens my hair and it stays straight ALL day! It heats up super quick and the max temperature of 450 degrees is perfect for my hair type, leaving it smooth, shiny and best of all straight! With the Hotness Styling Iron it only took me about 20 minutes from start to finish, now that I can handle!

      I have, and will continue to recommend this flat iron to my friends as I am very happy with it.

      G. Reading

      p.s. Save 10% off the Hotness Flat Iron @ Hair Shears Pro with coupon code CELEBRATE10

      Hotness Hair Dryer Review

      Hotness Kaos Hair Dryer

      When I first received my new Hotness Hair Dryer I have to say I was pretty impressed with the design and overall look and feel of the hair dryer. When buying hair tools online they can look great and then show up and be much less than what you expected. Not only is the design unique and very cool looking (I got the Hotness Hair Dryer in the Kaos design pictured here) it still looks and feels professional.

      Of course, more importantly then the look of the hair dryer is the results it gives. Once again I am very impressed. Over the past few years I have only used professional hair dryers and have found that they definitely provide faster styling and better results over all. One thing I have to say that I find quite amazing with this hair dryer is the fact that it dries my hair super quick but yet it doesn’t feel as hot as my last hair dryer. To me, this is a great thing as there is nothing worse than working up a sweat while drying your hair!

      The other things I like about the Hotness Hair Dryer is the heat and air flow control options and it’s lightweight design. It has a powerful 2300 watts, swivel cord and isn’t obnoxiously loud either, which is a major plus for hairstylists and salons.  Over all I am very pleased with the Hotness Dryer and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking to purchase a new hair dryer.

      E. Kelly

      Hotness Flat Iron Review

      Hotness Flat Iron - Kaos

      If you are in the market for a new styling iron, the Hotness Flat Iron has all the features you want and need as well as a great price tag! The available designs on the Hotness Flat Iron are also quite intriguing with unique styles such as pink leopard print and skulls in red and black.

      Of course, more importantly then a great looking flat iron is a flat iron that produces excellent results. The Hotness Styling Iron gives you that with features like ceramic and tourmaline as well as convenient features like programmable auto shut off, professional length swivel cord and digital temperature display.The Hotness Flat Irons were definitely designed for professional use but with a price that makes them affordable to both stylists and home users.

      The Hotness Hairstyling Iron heats up quickly and produces vast amounts of negative ions for healthier styling, shine and color protection. The plates have rounded edges making this hair iron perfect for waving and curling hair as well as straightening. Ergonomic and lightweight design makes hair styling quick and simple and the fact that this flat iron reaches a high of 450° makes it perfect for all hair types.

      Be sure to check out Hotness Tools official website to see the available designs as well as more information on the Hottest new brand of hairstyling irons!

      Pro Hair Extensions Review & Before and After Pictures

      This is my first time ever using hair extensions and I have to say not only was I impressed with the quality of the hair but the fact that they were so easy to apply was also fantastic. I used Pro-Extensions Clip In Human Hair Extensions #30 Auburn in 10 inch

      Once I had the hair extensions in they felt secure and even when I styled them with my curling iron, the hair extensions stayed put. I found that the best way to keep the clips in place was to first tease the hair a bit at the part where the clips were to go.I would definitely recommend Pro Hair Extensions to anyone who wants to add volume or length to their hair, I will be wearing them again for sure!

      Here are my Pro Hair Extension Before and After Pictures;

      Before Picture – My Normal Hair


      After Picture – Straight Pro Hair Extensions

      Before Picture – Wavy Hair

      After Picture – Wavy Pro Hair Extensions