Hair Straighteners

[Renzo]

Recommend some ones that are good value for money and do the job please. I really dont know what im looking for.

[rockerchick]

Originally posted by Renzo
Recommend some ones that are good value for money and do the job please. I really dont know what im looking for.

you know theres another thread just underneath this one about more or less the same thing dontcha?:p

your a guy (so ive heard) what dya want straighteners for?

btw, wet2straights are the way to go.

[Renzo]

No I didn't know that.

Because i think it looks alright and looks better than geling my hair which is increasingly harder as it becomes longer.

Thanks.

[lucifer devil]

You can get thin GHD's, which are good for use with short hair. I don't really know many straighteners, just stick with my GHD's.

The straight 2 wet ones might not be as useful for a bloke; hardly takes them long to dry their hair!

You could always go to a hair salon and ask them to recommend ones suitable for your hair length/type.

[draven]

Originally posted by rockerchick
yourE a guy (so ive heard) what dya want straighteners for?


Whats your point? Many guys are just as concerned with their hair as girls :)

Anyways...ive had my GHDs for ages now and I think they are great. I would definately recommend them. They might seem expensive, but mine have lasted and are worth it. Also, they heat up super quickly so no waiting about in the mornings and stuff...

[Crystal Tipps]

I've got Wet2Straight ones (absolutely fab!) but they might not be what you want. I know my sister's male ex-flatmate (random!) got the mini GHDs - purely to do his spiky quiff bits at the front (more money than sense!) and thought they were ace...

[rockerchick]

Originally posted by lucifer devil


The straight 2 wet ones might not be as useful for a bloke; hardly takes them long to dry their hair!



there cheaper than the ghds and just as good on dry hair as wet
sorry to any blokes i offended.

[queenmab_roo]

alternatively remmington's normal ceramic ones would work just fine.

You want high heat, as you've quite thick hair, but thin plates, as your hair is short. GHDs are good, but remmington do exactly the same for cheaper price.

[Kiezo]

Originally posted by Renzo

Because i think it looks alright and looks better than geling my hair which is increasingly harder as it becomes longer.

Even when you straighten it, you still need to style it. Unless you acutally want to look like Ringo Star that is.

Also, don't use gel. Unless you have ultra-short ned hair and want a spider fringe, gel will not work.

Originally posted by rockerchick

sorry to any blokes i offended.

I don't think anyone's offended, it's just kinda sad all the guys you've ever met have the short back and sides council-cut.

[Reese_86]

Originally posted by Kiezo

Also, don't use gel. Unless you have ultra-short ned hair and want a spider fringe, gel will not work.

what is he supposed to use?




danny.. you're so cute! ... what's your hair like when it's not straightened?? like.. wavy? curly? what...

[Kiezo]

Originally posted by Reese_86
what is he supposed to use?

Fibre putty/wax/texturising gum - anything but gel.

[Capacity]

Originally posted by Reese_86


danny.. you're so cute! ... what's your hair like when it's not straightened?? like.. wavy? curly? what...

Pubic.

[SuzyCreamcheese]

Originally posted by Kiezo
Fibre putty/wax/texturising gum - anything but gel.
agree. Gel looks crap, feels hard and goes all flakey.
Fibre putty is probably your best bet. Tresemme do a really good one that mr Brite likes a lot, more than the expensive ones hes bought from salons in fact.

[piccolo]

Originally posted by Kiezo
Fibre putty/wax/texturising gum - anything but gel. Stax Gunk - if anyone can find it in the UK - is fab. Tigi Funky Gum or whatever it's called is the closest I can find here.

[Renzo]

So what shops and things do i look in to buy these? Or internet even :<

[Olive]

how long are you growing your hair?

will you still straighten it when it's long?

[Renzo]

Originally posted by kaffrin
how long are you growing your hair?

will you still straighten it when it's long?

Don't know.

Don't know.

;)

I don't plan on cutting it for awhile though.

[queenmab_roo]

You need a style trim tho! you have layers in all the wrong places!

[Reese_86]

Originally posted by piccolo
Tigi Funky Gum

:yes:

i love tigi products!

danny, i have to agree with everyone...

1. get a trim...
2. style it..
3. you DO look a tad bit like... a member of the beatles/ in the 70's...

you should def. see a stylist.. and see what they have to say.. but get an idea yourself of what you would like?

you're so adorable! you and your hair!
aweeee

[Capacity]

Tigi really isn't all that good. The Bed Head stuff is just about okay, I guess. Really sucks for the £10+ price range.. And I still keep giving them a chance whenever they bring something new out. Manipulator; what a pile of shit indeed. ;<

[rockerchick]

Originally posted by Renzo
So what shops and things do i look in to buy these? Or internet even :<

www.boots.com have a half price sale on.

[Renzo]

Originally posted by queenmab_roo
You need a style trim tho! you have layers in all the wrong places!
I don't know what to say to them though

[Ilora-Danon]

Originally posted by Bunnykins
I used to think GHDs were great but then I realised the wiring was dodgy on my first pair. I sent them back and got a replacement but my mind was made up that GHDs are a waste of time when my second pair caught fire while I was using them! My first pair of GHD's blew up and got them replaced. My mate's first pair also blew up. I'm starting to doubt the quality of GHD's. Though, saying that my second pair have lasted nearly 2yrs....

Ilora x

[Amira]

Originally posted by Renzo
I don't know what to say to them though

"i want a new style....something that i can do up or wear down and will suit me.....do whatever you want" stylists love that level of trust and freedom to do whatever they want and what they do ALWAYS looks good....even if you dont think so at first

[Susie]

nicky clarke catwalk thin ceramics, about 30 quid on offer at boots, bought myself some for xmas now i have a short fringe they are essential. Heat up fast, work a treat.

[Renzo]

Gawd this is complicated :(

[Capacity]

Originally posted by Renzo
Gawd this is complicated :(

It really isn't nubby.

Grow your hair abit longer than in the picture I saw in the picture thread. The thing with long hair is that while you're growing it it's hard to make it look that good. However in the end you will look coolish. Hopefully.

Anyroad; grow it then go to a salon. Not a hairdresser. You might be set back about 25 quid. Don't be nervous. They'll ask you what you want doing to which you reply 'anything so long as it looks cool and stays long, I just want it tidying up'. Explain that it's the first time you've grown it. She'll (assuming it's a she) give you suggestions. Don't be scared to say 'no, fo' if you don't like the idea. Better yet you could ask if she's got any catalogue books you can look at while you're waiting. Pay attention to how she styles it and what she uses; you'll get frustrated beyond comprefuckinghension when you can't get it to look as good as it did in the salon.

Next; roll topsides deep to a convenience store named Boots (not Argos). Get some for about 30 - 40 quid. Check them on the online websites first, and the reviewing websites (Kelkoo or something, for example?)

You're pretty much sorted. No more ned for a while, even though the profile of 'tryhard-indie-r0x0r' is nothing to be joyous over, at least you can say you don't beat people up for walking down the road. Oh yer, ask them to seriously suggest some decent hair product that you can use. If it smells like bullshit it probably is, so if she sounds like she's just trying to flog her shit to you, pass politely. Run along to boots and get some of the 4-quidish hair stuff. Brylcream-Matt green tub stuff is OK if you can use it.

But seriously, there's nothing worse than someone who straightens their hair and wears it like you would if it just past your eyes (as it should be) when it's not even long enough.

GOOD LUCK, GOOD SIR. ;o

[Renzo]

Thank You Good Sir ;o

[Renzo]

Would these do?

These ones (http://www.boots.com/shop/product_details.jsp?productid=1045705&classificationid=1030068&slmRefer=000)

[Blah]

Originally posted by Renzo
Would these do?

These ones (http://www.boots.com/shop/product_details.jsp?productid=1045705&classificationid=1030068&slmRefer=000)

i have these ones. ive had them 2 years and they have always worked really well. They make my friends hair poker straight and she has an afro.

The only downside is that they are only ceramic coated and not solid ceramic. The coating started to come off mine the other day. However i was trying to do wierd things with them so maybe it wasnt their fault

but they are very good value for money and do the job

[Blah_ha]

Originally posted by Renzo
Would these do?

These ones (http://www.boots.com/shop/product_details.jsp?productid=1045705&classificationid=1030068&slmRefer=000)

They work well but the on/off button is where you grip them so I always end up turning them off halfway through doing my hair. Can get annoying.

[Renzo]

How about these? (http://www.boots.com/shop/product_details.jsp?productid=1052357&classificationid=1030068&slmRefer=00)

or these? (http://www.boots.com/shop/product_details.jsp?productid=1039246&classificationid=1030068&slmRefer=000)

[Amira]

or these? (http://www.boots.com/shop/product_details.jsp?productid=1039246&classificationid=1030068&slmRefer=000)

i was going to get these last time i was in england....but i didnt cos there wasnt enough place in the case and also i spent all my money :(