What kind of styler is best?

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1 What kind of styler is best? It s hard to know what to look for when shopping for hair products or tools unless you have your stylist along with you. And with all the contradicting information about which is best, it s hard to know what s true or not! After being in the industry about 25 years, I ve had my share of experience with styling tools, and seen what lasts and what doesn t. I ve learned that as technology improves, so do our tools, so investing in the right one will be totally worth it. Daniel Naumovski help us make the right decision: First, lets break down what words are commonly affiliated with styling tools (both curling and flat irons) Ceramic: I remember when tools started to become ceramic. It was a step up from simply being ceramic plated. Ceramic irons produce even heat, as opposed to a pulsating heat, that should maintain a steady temperature well. It s gentler on the hair than traditional metal plated irons. Tourmaline, or Tourmaline Ceramic: Having a tool with tourmaline in it almost always means it will heat up rather quickly. It s a mineral that produces negative ions when heated up, and leads to a smoother cuticle in the end. Chrome: Chrome is probably the most popular metal of choice for creating styling tools before ceramic. It s quite hot,

2 almostcooksthehair,anddoesnotproduceevenheat.in general, it should be avoided. Titanium: Titanium is lightweight, heats up quickly, and maintains an even heat throughout the use of the tool. It s found mostly in high end irons. Gold: A lot of Hot Tools irons are gold-plated (typically 24K), which means they get hot and stay hot. They also typically have a heat dial which allows you to control the temperature (very important feature) so you don t do excessive damage to the hair. So if you are shopping for a new tool, look for descriptions using words like ceramic, tourmaline, or titanium. These will be high quality, produce steady heat (so you don t get the weird wavy look on flat ironed hair) and should be rather durable. My favorite flat iron of all time is the Kadori 1 (both 1 and 1.25 Max styler are great). After spending money on 4 Chi flat irons for my business, and watching them all fall apart, I finally invested in a Kadori and have been happy ever since. Although Chi is probably the most popular flat iron out there, it is not the best. If you own a Chi and are happy with it, keep using it! If it breaks, instead of replacing it with

3 another Chi, look into purchasing a Kadori. My favorite curling irons are the 2-in-1 kadori curling irons, I m still using the curling irons I received in beauty school. They heat up quickly, have not chipped at all, and are absolutely essential for any bride or bridesmaid! As far as inexpensive tools go, I can t recommend based on experience. The only cheaper iron I ve used is the Hot Tools 1 inch flat iron, and I was fairly impressed with the capabilities. But It doesn t come close to kadori! Get the best curling tongs for you hair Do you use curling irons or rods (also known as clip-less curling irons) on your waves or curls? It seems sort of ironic, but these simple heat tools can be a great addition to

4 yourhaircareroutine.theycanbehelpfulfordressyand casual looks, or simply just something a little different every so often. Curling irons and rods can help in enhancing natural curl patterns as well. Which Tool is Right for You? Both curling rods and irons are available in a variety of options including titanium and tourmaline. Titanium is a favorite with stylists as they prove to be very durable, corrosion resistant and perform extremely well for all hair types. Tourmaline, sometimes blended with ceramic, allows a larger flow of negative ions, which results in extra shine and protection to the hair. Both technologies are in the Kadori curling wands as they evenly distribute heat each time it is applied to the hair.in deciding what is right for you, first make up your mind about what you want from your tool? Do you need to just fix a few curls or ends here and there, or do you want a head full of tighter or looser curls? For the most part, if you have medium to longer curls or waves, you can easily use a curling rod. These tools have become more popular over just the past few years since they help make longer locks curly, wavier or simply add more volume. Almost all What is the right Curler for You?? curling rods and irons these days heat up quickly and have a variety of heat settings.keep these heat settings in mind when using the tools: Type 330F-360F (Waves): Low to medium heat. The shorter your hair the more control over the tool you will need. Type 390F-420F (Curls): Medium to high heat.

5 Type 450F (Kinks): High heat. Kadori Curling Wands Benefits: Using a curling rod can take some getting used to, but is easily learned. Simply start with dry hair and wrap it around the rod/barrel. The ends of your hair will wrap around last so there is less damage and fewer split ends with the rod. If you have thinner hair, the rod is also beneficial in that there is never any creasing or marks left behind as there is no clamp. If you re looking for volume, the rods tend to be better at getting closer to the roots.rods are available in a variety of sizes. Curling irons offer excellent precision control and are great for beginners. The clamp maintains a firm hold on hair for easy styling. They are generally available in a great variety of sizes (usually from 3/8 to 2+ ) and heat up quickly and easily. How To Chose Your Best Hairdryer!! DANIEL BENOIT With over 40 years of experience as an artist & stylist, no aspect of the industry escapes him, He was

6 creditedamongthefinestofworld-classhairdressers.daniel finds inspirations and ideas by traveling the glob & working with the best stylists, his keys to success are to stay humble,train,never stop learning & always be surrounded by the best people.he was the recipient of the Mirror Awards, Contessa and NAHA.. More recently, Daniel was approached by us for advice on how to choose the best hair-dryer. With a myriad of choice out there, it s easy to be blown away (no pun intended) by the many options. Here we share an extract from the article where Daniel guides you through the differences between tourmaline, ionic and ceramic and what will give you that salon finish. What s with all the terminology? Ionic, ceramic and tourmaline hair-dryers are an invention of the last few years and I ll admit, they sound kind of gimmicky. However, I have to say that when it comes to drying your hair, ionic hair-dryers are great. As you re drying your hair you lose a lot of moisture, and ions put that moisture back into you hair while helping to deal with frizz. They also break down the water particles on your hair shaft into even tinier particles. This means that you re cutting down your drying time drastically, which not only saves you time, it also protects your hair. Less time using heat on your hair means less risk of damage to your hair. Ceramic and tourmaline hairdryers have plates within are coated with these materials. The advantage of these dryers is they heat up quickly and they don t pull or snag the hair they actually smooth the hair. They protect the hair and give it a very glossy finish. In regular quality hairdryers, the plates are coated with metal. This pulls at the hair, and it also heats up unevenly and leaves the cuticle open, which means your hair is more vulnerable to damage, and you ll get none of that smooth shininess you get with more advanced dryers.

7 Got it. What else should I look for? The main component you want is power, so look for something with a high wattage to minimize your drying time. In addition to being ionic and having a ceramic or tourmaline coating, most professional hairdryers only have two speeds and two heat settings and maybe a button that gives you a cold shot of air. That s all you need; you don t need all those flashy buttons and things. Look for something that s well-built and read the reviews online before buying something you can usually tell from those whether a hairdryer is worth it. Does higher price = better quality? When it comes to any equipment that you re using on your hair, anything that involves heat, the simple answer is yes. Think of it like a good wine. The more money you spend on it, the better it s going to be. If my clients wash their hair frequently, about 2-3 times a week, I tell them to invest in a good quality, high hairdryer because end the cheaper ones aren t as powerful and don t last as long and if your hairdryer isn t powerful, you re going to spend more time drying your hair, frying it in the process. So what s worth the splurge? There s a Canadian brand of hairdryers called Kadori which is known among hairdressers as the Rolls Royce of dryers. I ve been using it for years, and they now have one that s smaller and slightly lighter for women to use at home. That s the one I recommend to all my clients. They re not cheap good quality hairdryers that last for years tend to be more

8 expensive. But they re worth it in the long run. What s the best way to use a hairdryer for my hair type? If you have curly or wavy hair and you d like to enhance your curls, you can get great results with a diffuser, which the kadori LIA 2500X hairdryers already come equipped with. If your hair is fine, use the lower power setting to dry your hair a high power setting won t do anything but damage it. For thick or frizzy hair, make sure to add a cold shot of air at the end of the drying, either by switching to a lower heat or by using the cold shot button on your hairdryer. This closes the cuticle quicker, adds shine and minimizes frizz. With power comes responsibility. The more high end you go, the more power and heat you re dealing with, so you have to know how to use your hairdryer in a way that s safest for your hair. It s about the distance between the hair and the flow from the dryer I ve seen a lot of people, especially in salons, putting the head of the hairdryer straight on the brush where the hair s being held taut, and that will damage the hair quite badly. The best thing to do is test the dryer on the top of your hand. Check the distance at which the heat becomes bearable that s the distance at which you should dry your hair. You can vary the distance by about an inch, depending on the thickness of your hair, and also because your hair is much more resistant to heat than your skin. Lastly: don t forget to protect your hair. You lose moisture when you dry your hair that s why they created the ionic hairdryers but to further protect your hair, it s really important to use some kind of a heat protection. It creates a barrier between your hair and the heat. So whether it s a voluminous mousse or a serum to moist and hydrate the hair or just a heat spray, always add some sort of product to your hair before using a hair dryer on it.

9 Kadori Hair 1.25 Revolutionary Max Styler Kadori Gold Professional 1.25 Maxstyler Makes even easier work of straightening thick or very curly hair with the larger plates on the Kadori gold maxstyler. Using new, innovative 2 HairSense temperature setting (thin/thick) developed exclusively by Kadori scientists to take hair styling into a new era Kadori maxstyler can radically transform even the most challenging hair, quickly and easily without turning up the heat, this max size makes styling quicker and easier when you ve an abundance of hair. Smoother gold plates glide effortlessly through the hair to make straightening longer and thicker hair even quicker and easier, while their rounded edges help to create perfect curls and waves, all with unbeatable professional results and shine for longer. PRODUCT FEATURES Revolutionary Tourmaline ceramic styling technology to ensure the ideal, constant temperature is maintained in every stroke More heat possibilities A two HairSense temperature setting is the optimal temperature range for styling hair and produces superior and longest-lasting results Single swipe styling Outstanding results from the first swipe Tourmaline ceramic plates For ultimate heat transfer, efficiency, consistent heat transfer and smooth, snag-

10 free styling Universal Voltage For the same outstanding performance wherever you are in the world Professional Length 10Ft Cord For freedom during styling Sleep mode automatically turns off if left unattended for 60 minutes