Mybb ladies: which straightner does she need?

If you haven't cottoned on yet, get her a GHD.
Heads up, get it from a reputable retailer- there are a lot of fakes doing the rounds
 
GOD dries out some hair and makes it hard. Rather Ho with Veaudry. It's a much better iron.
 
I have fine hair and its as if my ghd squishes it too flat... :(
 
GHD -she won't appreciate it if you go cheap.

that cheap stuff doesn't work, ask me i've used a few then eventually bought a GHD and never looked back.
 
googoodoll said:
I have fine hair and its as if my ghd squishes it too flat... :(
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googoo, you have to lift the hair from the scalp and then run the GHD upwards - don't pull your hair down, try to get volume at the roots.
 
maumau said:
googoo, you have to lift the hair from the scalp and then run the GHD upwards - don't pull your hair down, try to get volume at the roots.
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The volume is ok, my hair just feels too smooth, I guess. I like it a bit wild :D
Its damn fast though
 
GHD is the only thing that really works for me. I had a pretty expensive Verimark straightener a few years back, but even that did not work very well.

The key is that you do not want to have to go over a single section of hair more than once to properly straighten it, otherwise it dries your hair out way too much, giving the impression that you're growing grass, not hair on your head. Not that I really use my GHD any longer, seeing as I don't wear my hair in any styles that require it nowadays.

But I see OP has said he won't be buying one, so I guess it's a bit irrelevant now.
 
Zewp said:
GHD is the only thing that really works for me. I had a pretty expensive Verimark straightener a few years back, but even that did not work very well.

The key is that you do not want to have to go over a single section of hair more than once to properly straighten it, otherwise it dries your hair out way too much, giving the impression that you're growing grass, not hair on your head. Not that I really use my GHD any longer, seeing as I don't wear my hair in any styles that require it nowadays.

But I see OP has said he won't be buying one, so I guess it's a bit irrelevant now.
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Sounds like you arent using it with a decent iron oil.
My wife loves hers and uses it daily but she only ever uses it with the kerastase iron oil.
 
mmm What she wants and what she needs is two separate things. ;)

GHD is a brand. It is a status symbol. There are many other products on the market just as good or better.
 
|tera| said:
Thanks guys. That is pricey. Wow. I could almost replace my Monitor with an HDMI version :eek: lol. Haha.
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i bit my tongue and got my fiance one.That was after 5 years of dating.Seems like you infatuated or 'in love'.Congrats
 
Mila said:
mmm What she wants and what she needs is two separate things. ;)

GHD is a brand. It is a status symbol. There are many other products on the market just as good or better.
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You can't make a sweeping statement and not back it up with examples.
 
|tera| said:
Hellooo Beautiful Mybb ladies. I have a new Lady friend in my life.

I want to get her a quality straightner as she needs a new one.
Could you suggest brands or straghtners or supply a link or anything?

We aren't an 'item' yet, but I don't mind spending money for her as I've really fallen for her.

Anything Christmassy or cute or nice to go with it may be suggested too :p

Thanks.
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My wife owns a hair salon and is rather an expert on hair straighteners due to the texture of her hair.

If you want to get laid, GHD all the way. Any other guy can tell you that. Its not the best, but its a safe buy and women love the brand.

If you want to get her a better iron, then Cloud Nine. Far superior but does not have the same social status value. Don't expect anything more than a hug.

We use the GHD in our salon as clients expect us to do so but we prefer the Cloud Nine and our big boy, a industrial strength straightener my wife sourced overseas.
 
Mila said:
mmm What she wants and what she needs is two separate things. ;)

GHD is a brand. It is a status symbol. There are many other products on the market just as good or better.
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Depends on hair type and amount of usage you are planning. I used my cheapie salton for many years and my sister calls her babyliss Bear Straightens. The ghd is a luxury for some but need to have for others. Mine was about R1300 which isn't bad at all.
 
Mila said:
mmm What she wants and what she needs is two separate things. ;)

GHD is a brand. It is a status symbol. There are many other products on the market just as good or better.
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+1

eehellfire said:
You can't make a sweeping statement and not back it up with examples.
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See my post.

Also GSG is a similar product to GHD (not a knock off, you can google its history) but half the price of GHD. Nobody can tell the difference besides the branding.
 
googoodoll said:
Depends on hair type and amount of usage you are planning. I used my cheapie salton for many years and my sister calls her babyliss Bear Straightens. The ghd is a luxury for some but need to have for others. Mine was about R1300 which isn't bad at all.
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The difference between the cheap and better iron is the better one has more equal distribution of heat on the plate and the plates come into full contact with each other when clamping.

Also consumers who switch to better irons also start using the proper products. The real secret. This is where GHD shines as their products (not their irons) are excellent.

Your also more likely to follow the correct instructions when using a better iron.
 
chrisc4290 said:
Try these natural solutions:

1. Coconut oil and lemon juice

Grate a coconut to extract the milk from it. Coconut milk has hair straightening permanently properties. But if you add lemon juice to it, it will give you better results. Refrigerate the mixture for a few hours. A creamy layer will be produced on the top of the mixture. Apply that cream to your hair and wrap it with a hot towel. Wait for at least one hour. Then, wash your hair with a mild shampoo and dry it completely. You will rediscover your hair with added softness. At the same time, your unruly curls will also become manageable.


2. Hot Oil Treatments

Hot Oil Treatments are generally regarded ‘green’ hair care remedies.
As a deep conditioning treatment used to pamper and ‘cure’ damaged hair, these have also the ability to relax naturally curly or wavy hair. In fact it can act as straighteners do, providing the follicles with moisture.

Heat the oil in a bowl, first detangle your hair and apply it to your hair. Cover your head with a towel and leave it to take action for 15-30 minutes. Besides giving sleekness to your hair, it will also give back its natural healthy glow. Go on with this useful habit, repeating it once a week.


3. Milk and Honey

These ingredients also act as natural hair straighteners that nourish and protect hair.

Add a teaspoon of honey to a cup of milk, them mash some strawberries and also mix it with the initial paste. Apply the creamy paste to your hair and leave it on for at least 2 hours. Wash it off with shampoo, and then detangle your strands with comb.


4. Milk

Plain milk is also very useful when it comes of hair straightening.
Take a bottle with a pump dispenser and pour 1/3 cup of milk into it. Before applying it wash, and then dry your hair thoroughly. Next, spray the lotion to your strands and leave it on for 20 minutes. Finally rinse it off. Comb your strands gently while still wet, to create the sleek effect. It will do miracles nut only with your curly hair but also with your scalp.
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LOL!!!! I was on the floor laughing at this..
 
Zewp said:
GHD is the only thing that really works for me. I had a pretty expensive Verimark straightener a few years back, but even that did not work very well.

The key is that you do not want to have to go over a single section of hair more than once to properly straighten it, otherwise it dries your hair out way too much, giving the impression that you're growing grass, not hair on your head. Not that I really use my GHD any longer, seeing as I don't wear my hair in any styles that require it nowadays.

But I see OP has said he won't be buying one, so I guess it's a bit irrelevant now.
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I thought you were a dude, dude!
 
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