Well, as it turns out, the only hair styling tool you really need to make sure is with you at all times is a flat iron. Why? A flat iron can both straighten and curl your hair, as long as you use ...

We tested 14 curling irons and spoke to a professional hairstylist to find the best picks to protect fine, delicate hair.

Like a foolproof flat iron or a dependable blow-dryer ... And if you have naturally curly hair, you will want to try to match the size of the iron to your curl, adds Reavey.

Regardless of the barrel size, the direction you curl your hair also matters ... we promise it's not. "With a flat iron, you can place a strand of hair between the plates, flip your wrist to ...

Selecting the right plate size comes down to your hair ... since the titanium-plated flat iron is a better option for curly, textured hair than a ceramic-plated one because the metal plates ...

Its innovative design is made with curly and coily hair ... StyleMax has become my go-to hair straightener for the season. It’s a 1-inch ceramic flat iron with custom settings catered toward ...

Before using a hair diffuser (or on days you’d like to smooth out your curls with a flat iron), ensure you prep with a heat protectant to prevent damage. Compared to similar options in the ...

The best hair straighteners ... compact size. The Chi's smooth ceramic plates heat quickly and provide even heat as you work through your hair. Another tester who has used this flat iron for ...