What Is The Best Tourmaline Flat Iron?

Tourmaline is a precious crystal that is groundflat irons are either 1 or 1 ½ inches. The
down into a fine powder and then infused ontobody of the Sedu flat iron is made from
the ceramic plates of a flat iron. Tourmaline plateshigh-strength composite materials, which makes
produce a far greater number of negative ionsthe Sedu one of the lightest flat irons on the
than do ceramic plates. Negative ions straightenmarket.
your hair for far longer and give it a silkier, shinierOnly introduced onto the market in 2004, the T3
look. So, if you're thinking of buying a flat iron youDuality professional flat iron has gained a strong
should only buy a flat iron with plates that havefoothold in the market and is now one of the
been plated with tourmaline. But which is the bestleading hair straighteners. The first thing you
tourmaline flat iron?notice about the T3 Tourmaline Medium Duality
Surprisingly, the vast majority of producers stillflat iron is its good looks but the qualities of the
make ceramic only flat irons. However, theT3 flat iron go further than how it looks. T3
market leaders in flat iron design andtourmaline flat irons use the latest technology to
manufacturing now produce tourmaline flat irons.give you perfectly straight hair. There are four
The following are market leaders in tourmaline flatmodels to choose from: the T3 Domed Duality
iron technology, and all make top rated tourmalineFlat Iron (3/4 inch); the T3 Medium Duality Flat
flat irons. Which tourmaline flat iron is bestIron (1 3/8 inch); the T3 Narrow Duality Flat Iron
depends on your hair type, what function you(1 inch); and the T3 Wide Duality Flat Iron (1 3/4
want and how much you're willing to spend.inch). The T3 domed iron is a versatile tool to
One of the cheapest, top-rated tourmaline flatstraighten, curl and even create chic flips to the
irons is the Solia Tourmaline Ceramic Ion Flat Iron.hair. When curling, the grooves on the outer ends
The Solia tourmaline flat iron comes in four plateallow for more control, and when locked in
sizes; the 3/4"plate is perfect for bangs and reallybetween, the hair is actually being heated on the
short hair and is also the perfect size for creatinginside, as well as the outside. The T3 Narrow
all sorts of curly-haired styles. Plate widths alsoDuality is the one that gives you most control,
include the 1" and 1 ¼" - the latter being thethe T3 Wide Duality is best for long hair, whereas
most popular size. These sizes are perfect forthe T3 Medium Duality is the most versatile.
medium hair length or hair that isn't too curly. IfFinally, there is also available the T3 Wet to Dry
you hair is difficult to straighten then you shouldFlat Iron. Just like the Solia model discussed
definitely go for the 1 ¾" plates on the Soliaabove, the T3 Wet to Dry Tourmaline flat iron
tourmaline flat iron. Solia flat irons come withcan be used on damp hair, so avoiding having to
Dynamic Alignment System to ensure perfectfirst dry your hair.
contact between the plates and your hair. TheThe Corioliss Pro Silver flat iron is nearly twice the
Solia Limited Edition Pink flat iron is a very popularprice of the Solia, making it one of the most
model, however, if you're looking to buy a pinkexpensive tourmaline flat irons you can buy, but
flat iron, the Corioliss pink flat iron is a betterit's worth every penny. Its good looks are
choice; it looks better and heats up quicker thanconsummate with its performance. Heat up time
does the Solia but it is a lot more expensive -is only 6 seconds! The plate size is 1" and the
more about Corioliss in a moment. Finally, Soliaplates reach a top temperature of 430F - higher
claim that their tourmaline flat irons can be usedthan that of many flat irons. Sedu claim to make
on wet hair - actually damp hair that has beenone of the lightest flat irons - the Sedu 1" flat iron
first combed through. This is a real plus point asweighing in at 0.9lbs - however, the Corioliss Pro
using wet to dry flat irons avoid having to firstSilver 1" flat iron weighs only 0.72lbs, making it
use a hair dryer.very easy to use, especially when straightening
Sedu flat irons are about 50% more expensivethe back of your hair. The iconic Corioliss Limited
than Solia flat irons. Sedu flat irons have gainedEdition Pink 1" flat iron is for those who want
popularity because of their association withsomething a little special. And if you're looking for
Jennifer Aniston. Many want to have the samesomething extra special, take a look at the
look and believe that using a Sedu tourmaline flatCorioliss Pro-Hair Purple Flat Iron. Finally, Corioliss
iron will give them this. Whilst this is true, perfectlyflat irons come with dual-voltage as standard so
straight, shiny, sleek hair can be obtained usingyou can use a Corioliss hair straightener anywhere
other brands of flat iron. But there is no doubtin the world.
that a tourmaline flat iron from Sedu is a topIf you want to get the best results when
rated product and delivers on its promise ofstraightening your hair, you should only use a
creating smooth, straight hair. Although the heattourmaline flat iron. Whether you buy a Sedu,
up time of the Sedu Ionic Ceramic flat iron is notSolia, T3 or Corioliss tourmaline flat iron is your
as quick as some other brands, it is still ready todecision, but your first decision should be to
use in only 25 seconds. The plate widths of Sedupurchase a tourmaline flat iron.