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NOT all hair straighteners are created equal. To help you choose the ones that are best for you without breaking the bank, we have put together a list of the best cheap hair straighteners around.

Hair irons can transform your locks from frizzy to smooth, from messy to chic and from “just got out of the shower” to “party ready”.

Ghd is still considered the best of the bunch, leaving hair glossy without damaging it  – but there are plenty of stylers you can get from top brands like Remington, BaByliss and Toni&Guy that work quickly and effectively and cost less than £40.

Integrating a hair straightener into your daily styling routine can give your look that professional edge – a sleek, straight hairstyle doesn’t need to be washed day in, day out. The other benefit is that most stylers these days can also create professional-looking waves or curls by curling using the straightener wand.

Plate width is an important consideration when choosing a hair straightener: wider plates are better for thicker, longer hair and can cut a big chunk out of your straightening time.

You can also find straighteners that have ceramic plates for even heat distribution from root to tip, or titanium plates, which heat up quickly and work well on very thick hair, although these tend to be more expensive.

You’ll also find straighteners with tourmaline plates which use ionic technology to leave hair smooth, shiny and soft.

Something to note: hair straighteners might not seem like they need it, but they should be cleaned every few months.

Ceramic plates can host a buildup of grime and bacteria if you don’t clean them (use cotton wool and nail polish remover and wipe them down to get rid of any oil buildup).

Here are our recommended list of the best value straighteners.

This well-reviewed hair straightener from Toni&Guy has an adjustable digital temperature up to 210°C with five temperature settings and easy touch control.

The 25mm plates can straighten or style hair into curls and waves, and the straightener boasts a five-year guarantee, as well as a super-cute, heat-proof storage pouch and heat-proof mat for easy transportability.

This innovative range of straighteners aims to protect hair from heat styling while leaving it looking sleek and glamorous, and features argan-oil coated ceramic plates with vitamin E to moisturise hair as you style.

There are nine temperature settings from 150°C to 230°C and the iron heats up in just 15 seconds, and automatically shuts off after an hour of non-use.

This affordable straightener is simple to use with two heat settings (up to 230°C).

It takes 30 seconds to heat up of the 1-inch ceramic plates, and it also has a three-year guarantee.

This ultra-portable mini hair straightener is ideal for throwing in your handbag or travel bag, and comes with a pouch for easy portability.

The mini straightener packs a punch and can attain a heat of 200°C, it’s ideal for touching up fringes and works best on shorter hair.

A steal at under £10, this Shein styling tool can do poker straight or beachy waves and comes in a handy travel bag.

It has some great reviews, with customers finding the cheap hair straightener: “Very nice item for a very low price.”

“Works just like a standard hair iron, very good quality material.’ and it ‘does the job and so cheap.” Bargain!

A Keratin Shine hair straightener is a professional must-have but what exactly is it? It is a straightener with Keratin-infused ceramic coated plates which ensure the device glides through hair helping to give extra shine. We all have Keratin as a protein that makes up our hair, skin, and nails. While Keratin treatments are popular in beauty salons to add shine to frizzy hair, they can also be quite costly. This straightener helps bring the salon experience to your home and has three temperature settings with a maximum heat of 235°C.

A perfect hair straightener for those on the go, this cordless device is great to take on holiday, visiting friends or just for touch-ups when out and about. It charges via a USB, so is compatible with computers or iPhone chargers. When fully charged, it works for approximately 40 minutes, requiring 3-4 hours of charging time when the battery is low. A stylish design with an easy-to-use system that allows the hair straightener’s plates to be locked and unlocked- we also think the pink colour is very fetching too!

Good things come in small packages and this mini hair straightener from Sally’s is small but fully formed.

With thirty seconds of instant heat up to 210 C, it has a travel lock for compact storage and multi-voltage so it can be used anywhere in the world. Bon Voyage!

Make every day a good hair day with the Revlon perfect straightener. Infused with triple ceramic technology to protect hair follicles, it also has a digital display so you can easily change settings and decide on heat percentage. It has a fast warm-up (up to 230c) and with its adjustable ionic generator it has the ability to protect the natural moisture of the hair, without drying out.

If change is at the top of your list when it comes to hair preening then the Babyliss Multi Style might be just the one for you.

It comes with eight interchangeable attachments for styling versatility, including wide straight ceramic plates. It heats up to 200°C for fast styling and the different attachments ensure creative styles galore including straight, crimped styles, tight, medium or loose curls, waves, spirals and volume.

Remington Colour Protect S6300 Straightener, £30 from Tesco – buy here

Colouring and straightening hair looks fabulous but after a while, it can easily take its toll on our precious locks. To help with the effects of heat and colouring Remington has introduced a colour protection straightener, which comes with micro conditioners coated directly onto the ceramic plates that are transferred onto the hair. While straightening it helps to to carefully lock in colour which prevents fading caused by excessive styling, washing and UV rays from the sun. Winner!

All of the straighteners we have shown have been on the bargain end of the scale, but if you want an investment piece, this is it. Cloud Nine’s award-winning straighteners take only 20 seconds to heat up to the maximum temperature of 200°C, have seven temperature settings and one-touch temperature control with LED display to suit your hair needs.

They feature mineral-infused ceramic plates for an even finish from root to tip, and anion technology to minimise hair damage and leave hair super glossy.

The straighteners also come with a heat-resistant mat and carry case.

The best cheap hair stylers are available online from many leading retailers. We found some great bargains at Shein, Argos, Boots, Superdrug, Very, LookFantastic and Tesco.

While the use of hair straighteners depends on hair length and type, there are a few basics that will always help with the styling.

Hair should be washed and dry before use. This will help the straightening last longer and look shinier. It is not recommended to use the straighteners on wet hair as this can damage the follicles.

To make straightening easy it is best to thoroughly brush hair then section it off. You can also use a heat protection spray which keeps hair silky too. The quickest way to straighten hair is by using sectioning clips although normal grips can also work. Set the appropriate heat setting on the straightener and once you have gone over the hair a couple of times it will be straight, glossy and sleek. Fabulous!

With a bit of practice, anyone can use a flat iron to curl their hair although it does take some time to get the hang of it. The result is gorgeous loose waves or Hollywood curls that are red carpet ready! You start by sectioning hair and taking a piece, heating the iron up to hot but not its maximum setting.

Apply a heat protectant to keep hair smooth then take the first section. Clamp the iron closed and turn it back on itself a half turn, almost similar to curling a ribbon. Twist as you pull hair away from the scalp and you should get a nice curl with the wand. Don’t be put off if it doesn’t come out exactly as planned. Curling takes time but after getting the hang of it, the hair can look very eye-catching.

The main difference between higher-priced and cheaper models are the additional options and accessories thrown in.

For a higher price, you can expect more temperature settings, a longer cable and maybe even a travel case.

If you use hair straighteners on the daily basis or if you have thick hair it might be better to invest in a pricier model with consistent heat all over the plate.

Heat can be particularly damaging to your hair, especially if you use straighteners everyday.

That said, certain models can limit the harm done to your locks.

In an effort to protect hair and leave it looking even shinier, you can now find cheap hair straighteners infused with argan oil, as well as hair straightener brushes which combine a hairbrush and straightener in one.

You should also look out for flat irons with ceramic plates as they evenly distribute heat, which means your hair won’r burn in hot spots.

Our personal favourite are the Remington Shine Therapy Advanced Ceramic Hair Straighteners, which comes with nine temperature settings and argan coated plates but costs less than £30.

You can read our full review above.

This will depend on your hair and how often you use your straighteners.

Some experts recommend ceramics, while others prefer titanium.

As we explained above, ceramic plates hold heat very well and encourage even heat distribution, which means they have a lower potential to burn or damage your hair.

In most cases, ceramic irons are also cheaper than titanium irons.

They are great for those who are just getting into styling their hair and are ideal for anyone with thin and fragile hair.

Titanium plates heat up faster than ceramic ones but leaving the plates on your locks for too long could cause some damage.

That’s why they are usually the ones used by hairdressers or by those who have been styling their hair for a while

That said, they are the best for time-poor people or those with thicker hair as they give effective and visible results in the shortest time frame possible.

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