If you have dry, damaged, or frizzy hair, let us point you to this straightener that has plates coated in argan oil to help flatten, moisturize, and hydrate strands. It heats up to 450°F without getting overly hot and does a good job of creating a long-lasting look. We also like that the moisturizing coat contains keratin, which helps strengthen hair and prevent breakage and split ends.
Original photo from Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Remington Shine Therapy 1 inch Hair Straightener Iron
Original photo from Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Remington Shine Therapy 1 inch Hair Straightener Iron
Glamour’s Kilkeary says:
“My hair often takes a beating from all the products and tools I try, so I was very excited to try this flat iron that features a little bit more moisturizing protection than other tools I’ve tried. It doesn’t disappoint— the smooth ceramic plates pass easily down strands without getting caught or causing breakage, and my hair is soft and silky post-styling. I’ll definitely be incorporating this one into my straight style routine, without a doubt!”—A.M.K
- Plate material: Ceramic
- Plate size: 1”
- Temperature: 450°F
- Auto shutoff: 1 hour
- Cord: 5 feet
- Did it fry hair? No
Frequently asked questions
What types of hair straighteners do hairdressers recommend?
Hairdressers typically recommend straighteners made of ceramic or titanium, depending on your hair type. Ceramic (aka tourmaline ceramic) is gentler and distributes heat evenly, so it’s great for fine to normal hair, while a titanium flat iron runs hotter and works faster, which is better for thick textures and coarse hair, says Cavalcante. “In the salon, we always choose based on what the hair needs at the moment,” he notes. If it’s color-treated or generally more damaged, ceramic is likely the way to go.
How do you straighten your hair without causing heat damage?
The stylists we spoke with recommend honing in on your technique. “Work in clean sections, use a controlled temperature, and avoid going over the same piece multiple times. One slow, intentional pass is better than three quick ones,” says Cavalcante. When it comes to heat management, it’s important not to default to the highest setting. Finally, opt for a heat protectant to protect strands and mitigate damage. Celebrity hairstylist Nicolas Flores recommends the Milbon Moisture Mist for this, or we also love the Davines MELU/Hair Shield.
Pro tip: Cavalcante recommends using a hair dryer to fully blow-dry hair before straightening for best results. “The smoother the base, the less heat you’ll need,” he says.
Are expensive straighteners better?
“Price doesn’t always matter; the most important thing when shopping for a straightener is finding the best product for your hair type,” says Flores. Instead, focus on well-made straightening stylers with good heat control, consistent performance, and high-quality plates.
We tested straighteners under $100 by evaluating their materials, temperature settings, and finishes. We started with a long list (some we also tested for our best flat iron story) and narrowed it down to the ones with plates that were gentle on hair and didn’t burn or singe our strands. We then looked at the best hairstyling irons with the widest temperature range, as well as those that gave us silky, smooth, and completely straight hair in just one to two passes. All of these straighteners under $100 met these requirements.
