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Best hair straighteners for every hair type that will transform your styling game

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It wouldn’t surprise us if you’ve had the same pair of hair straighteners in your beauty arsenal since your school days - but it’s time for an upgrade and we’ve rounded up the best on the market based on some rigorous testing and reviews.

Of course, we’ve included the ever-faithful ghd hair straightener, but things have come a long way since your teen years and there are now more models available on the market than ever before.

There’s the Dyson Corrale for a start, that gives up to 30 minutes of cordless styling. One for you if straighteners are a must-have in your suitcase. Then there’s Cloud Nine’s Original Iron Pro which is beloved by industry insiders and comes with a unique vibrating setting.

Don’t quite have the budget for Dyson but still like the sound of going cordless? Babyliss’ 9000 Cordless Straightener is just as travel-friendly.

Meanwhile, for a more affordable option, there’s Remington’s HYDRAluxe straightener which helps preserve your hair’s all-important moisture thanks to their coated plate technology.

Speaking of hair health, L’Oréal Professionnel’s Steampod 3.0 uses patented steam technology to straighten hair with up to 91 per cent less damage. Yes, it does involve filling a water tank, but don’t be alarmed, it’s nothing like the pre-straightener days of putting a tea towel over your head and using your mum’s iron.

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