Best Flat Irons in the UK

"A new religion for hair", that’s how the GHD’s slogan goes. Is it the case, though? Let's find out together.

At first glance, the straighter doesn't look any different than hundreds of other irons available out there. However, it might seem so until you take a closer look at it. Under closer inspection, you will notice that the plates of this straightener have a unique design, and its heat control is somewhat different.

Naturally, the plates are still the plates; however, due to their rounded edges, you can use this straightener for a whole variety of hairstyles, experimenting with the shape of your curls and waves as you want. With a length of 25 mm, it will be easy to wind your hair around them no matter what you want to do - straighten your strands or create curls.

When it comes to materials, the device doesn't bring anything new to the table and, just like most straighteners produced today, features ceramic plates. This, however, is considered the safest material and can be used on all hair types without the need to worry about damaging your locks.

The heat control is placed between the plates, on the internal part of the handle, instead of being placed on its side. This placement is very convenient since there's less chance to switch the device off during use inadvertently. It does have only one temperature setting - 185° - but this temperature isn't too hot and is considered the most optimal for all hair types.

The Remington S8598 Keratin Protect Hair Straightener is on the lower side in terms of price in Remington's line of straighteners. Despite that, it has quite a lot going for it, making it widely popular among girls.

To start off, this flat iron comes with advanced ceramic plates, infused with Keratin and almond oil. This makes them safe to use on both thick and thin strands of hair without the fear of damaging it. As an added bonus, the oil nourishes your locks, so you get sleek, shiny and healthy-looking hair.

As for the size of the plates, they are slightly bigger than some of the peers, measuring 25 mm in width and 110 mm in length. Thanks to this, you can get your hair straightened with less time and effort required on your side.

Additionally, the S8598 is fitted with a smart sensor that prevents the hair from overheating. By measuring the moisture level in your hair, this sensor automatically selects the optimal heat for you, thus preventing it from getting dry and lifeless after styling.

Speaking of the temperature range, this model has an adjustable thermoregulator that allows you to select one of 5 heat settings (from 150°C to 230°C) that best works for your hair type. Besides that, it features the Turbo function, which can save the latest settings used.

While the Remington Pro-Ceramic Hair Straightener has a lower price tag than some premium models, it does an excellent job of turning even the most unruly hair into perfectly straight and sleek hair locks in a short space of time. Let's take a look at its features and see how they stack up against the competition.

The standout feature of this straightener is, without a doubt, its 45mm plates. Notably wider than those found on most other flat irons, they allow you to capture more hair per every stroke and do an excellent job of straightening long, frizzy and thick hair. The floating plate design ensures even alignment with your hair. At the same time, the advanced ceramic coating offers a 75% smoother surface, which, combined with the rest of the features, allows you to achieve beautiful professional results with minimum effort on your side.

To elaborate on the coating, you get advanced ceramic. According to the manufacturer, it allows the straightener to glide through your strands twice as smoothly as conventional flat irons while also providing you with three times longer-lasting results. So, you won't need to use separate hair sprays to hold your straight hair. In addition, this coating offers even heat distribution along the entire length, making it a safe choice for all hair types.

Those who seek a decent hair straightener that can be used for both professional and individual styling may want to take a closer look at the GHD Platinum+ Professional Smart Hair Straightener.

Starting off with the heat levels, this model is quite basic since it heats up to the constant 185°C. However, thanks to smart construction and innovative technologies, this styler is gentle enough for thin or damaged hair. Also, it can tame thick, unruly hair quite well.

One of those technologies is Ultra-zone that allows the device to adapt to the particular hair section you're working on. The styler adjusts to your hair type, thickness, and personal styling speed. As a result, the straightening becomes more efficient, and there is a lower risk of hair damage. On top of that, this technology also helps protect the colour-treated hair and prevents it from getting dull.

The powerful heating element ensures that the device gets ready for use in just 20 seconds. The unit also automatically shuts off after 30 minutes of no use, meaning that even if you don’t turn it off or unplug from the socket, the risk of starting a fire will be lower.

If your approach towards hair care is serious, we highly recommend purchasing the Remington S8500 Hair Straightener. This advanced device with ceramic plates will not only help you style your hair beautifully but also nourish it.

The biggest selling point of this hair straightener is its plates. They are infused with Moroccan Argan oil and vitamin E. That’s why every time you style your hair, it will look super-shiny - actually 86% shinier than after using an average flat iron. The floating plates are 45 mm wide and provide even pressure on your hair for the smoothest results possible.

The other thing that users really like about this device is that it has a huge number of temperature settings. There are 9 of them and you can select the desired one with the handy control buttons. Their placement is much more convenient compared to other models: they are situated not between the plates but on the side of the unit. That minimises the chances of you accidentally touching the hot plate and burning yourself. Sill, we strongly advise wearing heat-resistant gloves whenever you use curling or straightening devices.

Above the control buttons, you can see an LCD display that shows the chosen setting. The temperature range of this flat iron is pretty wide (150°C - 235°C), hence this model is suitable for people with both thin and thick hair alike. The heating time is pretty impressive - only 15 seconds. There is also a convenient Turbo mode that makes the device ready for use straight away. This function will be especially handy when you are running late.