Farouk CHI Flat Iron?

19 years ago

I currently have a 1-inch ceramic flat iron, but for my thick coarse hair I think I need a 2-inch one. Does anyone have the Farouk flat iron? It's rather expensive (around $120) but I was wondering if it is better than any other 2-inch ceramic iron.

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wcouture
19 years ago
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foosacub
19 years ago
Ramrice, I was wondering the same thing - thinking of going to a stylist and getting straightened with one before I shell out the small fortune for one of my own. I hate how much money it costs for me to be able to walk out the front door without my hair scaring people! Lol
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Thank you all for your helpful comments. I looked online yesterday at several and planned a trip to Ulta after a meeting at a location nearby yesterday afternoon. I was all set to purchase a Conair, but wanted to try out several at Ulta. They still have their set-up where you can turn them on and feel the heat and speed. I probably increased the store temperature in that corner by 10 degrees trying out several at a time. I ended up with one made by Hot Tools, the Hot Tools Professional, for $42.99. I switched from the Conair after talking with someone and looking, feeling and testing. It was only a few dollars more and I had a $3.50 coupon, so the price wasn't really a deal breaker. The placard said it was good for fine hair, it has 3 heat settings and 2 speeds and a cool shot button, which I used a lot on my Chi. So did the Conair. The main difference was the weight and it seemed quieter. It is very light. Used it this morning and am happy. Funny, but my hair didn't seem to have those little frizzies around my part that I sometimes notice, even after getting out in the humid air. I asked the sales person about the brand and she said they get very few returns of that brand and if I wasn't happy after a few days I could return it. I did ask what brand seemed to be returned the most and guess what? It was Chi. I have to say, mine lasted at least 7 years. I took my old Chi to the lake and bought this one which is used every day, so I really can't complain.
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anitamo
19 years ago
The Chi is the best that I've found, also the HAI. Pretty much the same quality, but the HAI is a few dollars cheaper. Check on line to get the best price. I wouldn't get the 2 inch plate, though. I don't know why, but the 1 inch one just works so much better, even on long thick hair. My clients are always amazed how straight I can get their hair with the Chi.
carrie630
18 years ago
Just bought the Chi and love it - The cheaper one I use to have burned bits of my hair, this one seems to be so much kinder - Personally, I think it is worth the money

Carrie
ramrice
Original Author
18 years ago
I did end up buying the 2 inch Chi (for about $90), and it is much better than the 1 inch flat iron I had. I use it once or twice a week when my hair looks too frizzy and it doesn't seem to do any damage.
mavy
18 years ago
While chi is a good one GHD is far better, i have one and can flat iron any type of hair!!!! Plus the plates rotate and swivel so you can also curl your hair too. They run about 200.00 however they come with a one year warrenty, If the temp goes above or below 374 it will turn it self off! That is cause 374 is the best temp for hair anything else is either too hot or not hot enough.

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