Bargain straightners (Andrew Collinge Smooth Out Straightener)

Member Name: psychosmartie

Product:	Andrew Collinge Smooth Out Straightener
Date:	02/12/08 (24 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: price, quality

Disadvantages: not as good as more expensive brands

These straightners, made by carmen under the name of the famous hairdresser, Andrew Collinge, are at the budget end of the straightener market. The price fluctuates, but dont expect to pay any more than £20 for a pair of these.

they feature slim eramic coated plates which work nicely with your hair. They have adjustble temperature controls, and can go up to 200 degrees when fully heated. They have a relatively fast warm up speed, being ready after only a minute or two.

They are relatively easy to use once you get used to them , although they are not the best straightners on the market - but then for such a small price tag they are not likely to be able to compete with high end salon makes retailing at over 5 times the price. They do work alot better if you use a product with them, either a heat protection spray or a form of straightening serum.

These straightners in my opinion are best suited to someone who only straightens their hairr occasionally (like me) or as a second pair (i.e. to leave in work or store at a boyfriends house). For the price tag though, you really can't complain.

Summary: excellent if you are looking for a cheap pair of straighteners!