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Really good PROS, but also really bad CONS
I purchased this straightening brush 4 months ago and decided to give it a thorough test before reviewing. I have shoulder length, fine hair, but a lot of it so it appears thick. It's wavy/curly if I don't do anything to straighten it. Although my curly look is super-easy, I do like switch my look up with a straight one, but also hate to spend a long time with the blow dryer/flat iron. Reviews of this product convinced me that it might be exactly what I was looking for. I would say that is about 85% true in my case.
Pros - Good range of heat settings, straightens your hair in a natural-looking way, not like it was flat-ironed. Spraying the right kind of heat protectant on beforehand will result it a glossy, shiny look.
Cons - 1) Isn't intended for wet hair. I still have to blow my hair dry before using, because my hair will curl up and then take longer for this straightener to smooth it out. If your hair isn't as curly, you might get away with just air-drying it before using this tool. If you're in a hurry when doing your hair (which I usually am), you might still be stuck requiring a blow dry. Humidity also plays a big role in that, but it drying time and curliness happening while drying. 2) Is really difficult to clean between the bristles. I assume that you're not supposed to submerge it and the bristles are really close together. If anyone figures out a good way to do it, please comment here to help me out. 3) The ON/OFF switch is placed on the handle right where you are gripping it, and you can easily turn the power off without knowing it (there is no sound) until it starts cooling off. Really frustrating, as I'd done it a number of times myself.
Summary - Still like it, but would purchase something different if it had all the Pros of this, without the Cons.
August 2018 · Beauty and Personal Care · verified purchase