The sheer number of hair straighteners available on the market can make it seem almost impossible when it comes to choosing one that is the right for you and your hair. There are the different various features and prices that can make if difficult when it comes to knowing what kind of straightener you need.

Yet a good rule of thumb is to look at a few key aspects, namely branding, safety, settings, versatility and sizes.

When it comes to the branding of a hair straightener there are some major labels that have built up a quality reputation over recent years with some notable mentions for Babyliss, Morphy and Remington along with the ever-popular GHD hair straighteners.

Yet what makes a hair straightener a good choice for you is more in the size and model of the hair tool and the type of hair that you have. This is especially true of GHD stylers as they have clear models designed for different types of hair, from very thick hair (GHD IV Salon Styler) to short hair (GHD IV Mini Styler) to medium length hair of average thickness (mark IV Hair Styler).

Overall it is important to look into your hair length and the thickness of your hair, as this will help you to determine which type of hair straightener will suit you best, whether you have thick, curly hair or short thin hair which would each require different heat settings for perfect hair salon results.