Hair straighteners are a godsend for those of us who constantly have to battle stubborn locks. But don’t be fooled – hair straighteners are more versatile than the name suggests.

On top of the classic poker-straight style, it can be used to create tight curls and beachy waves too, so it’s handy to have a trusty pair in your beauty arsenal.

Of course, hair straighteners seem pretty straightforward since they require just a few passes with a steady hand to do their job.

However, certain factors can set a good one above the rest: a range of heat settings to adjust for style and hair texture, a lightweight body, and dual-voltage flexibility for staycations and future travels.

To help you out in your search, we’ve gathered 15 of the best hair straighteners you can find in Singapore to give you sleek sheets of hair minus the heat damage and static.

Ceramic or Titanium Hair Straighteners: Which Is Better?

If you’ve ever browsed around for a hair straightener, you may have spotted the words “ceramic” and “titanium” used to describe a good number of them. These two materials refer to the plates of the tool you’re using, and there’s a huge difference between both of them.

The major difference between the two plates is the rate and method by which it heats the hair. Ceramic plates heat the hair from the inside out, while titanium heats from the surface of the hair shaft. You might notice that your ceramic flat iron takes longer to heat up, and in the long run, it may be a good thing. Titanium usually reaches much higher temperatures fast, so the risks are slightly higher.

It all boils down to your hair type and experience. If your hair is easy to straighten and you’re new to hair straighteners, go for ceramic plates. These are often combined with tourmaline plates, which distribute heat more evenly at a lower temperature for less damage. Titanium plates are probably a better fit for those with coarse hair that’s harder to straighten.

Best Overall Hair Straighteners

Philips HP8372/03 MoistureProtect Hair Straightener

This quick heating, ultra smoothing Philips hair straightener has earned a rare perfect score here. It uses its MoistureProtect sensor to regulate heat to suit your hair needs, protecting your hair from heat damage.

Charged negative ions eliminate static, condition the hair, and smooth down the hair cuticles for a boost of shine and glossiness. The result is hair that is smooth, shiny, and frizz-free all day. The floating ceramic plates move to adjust the pressure on your hair, so it protects the hair shaft from being damaged and reduces the possibility of hair breakage.

Philips HP8372/03 Moisture Protect Hair Straightener retails for S$150.04 at Shopee.

ghd Platinum + Styler

This hair straightener is loved by many stylists and for a good reason.

The intelligent device is able to predict your hair’s needs and adapts its power to maintain optimal styling temperature.

Dispensing even heat across the entire plate, this helps you achieve beautiful results with just one stroke. You’ll also be able to have good control of the hair straightener, thanks to its ideal plate alignment.

ghd Platinum + Styler retails for S$480 and at Sephora.

Cloud Nine The Touch Iron

Cloud Nine wants us to take extra care of our hair. This is why the award-winning Touch Iron is fitted with mineral-infused ceramic plates, expertly designed to lock in moisture and minimise heat damage.

Since everyone’s hair is a little different, this straightener is here to deliver shinier, healthier hair at lower temperatures. In fact, there are two settings to choose from, tailored to you and your look. You can’t go wrong with this one.

Cloud Nine The Touch Iron retails for S$220 at its website.

Best Hair Straighteners for Thick Hair

T3 SinglePass X Straightening Iron

If you’re looking to cut down the time it takes to style a thicker head of hair, try this iron. Designed for full, thick hair, this ceramic-and tourmaline plated straightening iron with one-and-a-half-inch plates produce consistent heat to prevent damage with one pass. That means you won’t have to straighten the same section over and over again.

Ergonomic and lightweight, the straighteners feature wide plates to speed up styling, leaving a frizz-free, shiny finish that lasts.

T3 SinglePass X Straightening Iron retails for S$277.50 at Beauty Bay. There’s a discount going on at the time of writing so tap on the link to see updated price.

Revlon Salon Straight Copper + Ceramic Smooth Flat Iron

Copper is famously known for being an even heat conductor (just ask any chef), which is why it makes for the perfect plates on a flat iron. Fewer strokes over each section of hair result in less heat damage too.

The bonus? A detachable comb also smooths and distributes your coarse hair evenly over the plates, so you’re left with super sleek hair on the first pass.

Revlon Salon Straight Copper + Ceramic Smooth Flat Iron retails for S$66.69 at Storkz.

Best Hair Straighteners for Thin Hair

Panasonic nanoe™ Hair Straightener EH-HS99-K605

Thin hair requires extra TLC when using heated device because it breaks more easily.

This hair straightener contains ions that carry more moisture to protect hair strength and hair colour.

At the same time, its technology allows heat to be distributed evenly over the whole surface of the plates, while maintaining at a maximum temperature of 230°C so that you can achieve great performance without compromising on hair health.

Panasonic nanoe™ Hair Straightener EH-HS99-K605 retails for S$201 at Shopee. There’s a discount going on at the time of writing so tap on the link to see updated price.

Bio Ionic OnePass Straightening Iron

Fine hair is much more delicate compared to normal and thick hair, which is why Bio Ionic uses patented silicone strips and a heat sensor to protect your tresses.

It’s also lined with a proprietary complex of natural minerals that infuse moisture back into your hair as you style it. One-pass styling from root to tip is easy with this hair straightener. It clamps hair between the plates effortlessly, so you can smooth and straighten without pulling, snagging, or breaking any strands.

Bio Ionic OnePass Straightening Iron retails for US$199 (S$263.89) at Amazon.

Best Hair Straighteners for Curly Hair

BaBylissPRO Nano Ultra-Thin Straightening Iron

Those with thick, curly hair might gravitate towards wider hair straighteners for more coverage, but don’t turn this ultra-thin straightener down just yet.

The BaBylissPRO Nano Ultra-Thin Straightening Iron has titanium plates, which heats up quickly and evenly. Plus, it’s longer than the average hair straightener at an impressive five inches, making it ideal for passing through wider sections of hair to cut down precious time.

BaBylissPRO Nano Ultra-Thin Straightening Iron retails for S$340.12 at Amazon.sg. There’s a discount going on at the time of writing so tap on the link to see updated price.

Moroccanoil Perfectly Polished Titanium Flat Iron

Ideal for those with wavy or curly hair, this hair straightener has extra-long plates so as to maximise the surface area that it is in contact with for faster performance and more even heat distribution.

You’ll be impressed by its ergonomic grip and how it glides effortlessly to help you achieve frizz-free styles.

Moroccanoil Perfectly Polished Titanium Flat Iron retails for S$233 at Sephora.

Best Hair Straighteners for Very Short Hair and Bangs

CMAX Hair Bangs Straightener

If you’re looking for a fuss-free device to help you style your bangs or give very short hair more volume, this is an affordable one that you can consider.

This mini hair straightener warms up in one minute and is heated constantly at 180°C. What’s more, it can be powered by a USB adapter or power bank, making it a very convenient hair straightener to have with you in the office or while on the go.

CMAX Hair Bangs Straightener retails for S$14.36 at Shopee. There’s a discount going on at the time of writing so tap on the link to see updated price.

Optimistic Mini Hair Straightener SN-888

Recommended for men and women with short hair who want to create a more voluminous look, this super compact hair straightener can be used on both wet and dry hair.

Lightweight and easy-to-use, this has minimal features but serves the purpose if you want an affordable device that you can easily bring around for on-the-go styling.

Optimistic Mini Hair Straightener SN-888 retails for S$54.21 at Shopee.

Best Hair Straighteners for Travelling

ghd Unplugged Hair Styler

This cordless hair straightener is more compact than your usual ghd styler but delivers the same level of quality.

Thanks to its gold standard dual-zone heaters, it maintains the optimal temperature of 185°C constantly so that you can achieve sleek, smooth styles without the extreme heat.

Fully travel-safe, this can be brought around in your checked-in and hand luggage. It also comes with a compact travel pouch accessory for further ease of travel.

ghd Unplugged Hair Styler retails for S$505 on Sephora.

Philips StraightCare Essential Hair Straightener HP8401

One of the most compact hair straighteners you will find in Philips, this is only 19cm in length for easy packing.

It warms up quickly in 60 seconds – something you’d certainly appreciate when you’re travelling, be it work or leisure.

On top of these, you’ll also like that the plates come with a keratin coating to reduce damage to hair.

Philips StraightCare Essential Hair Straightener HP8401 retails for S$37 at Shopee.

Best Cordless Hair Straighteners

Dyson Corrale Straightener

Ideal for staycations or inconveniently placed power outlets in the bathroom, the Dyson Corrale Straightener can also be used cord-free. The brand claims one 70-minute charge grants you 30 minutes of cordless styling.

Unlike traditional hair straighteners that have a solid surface, Dyson’s plates are flexible so your hair doesn’t get squished flat. Many reviewers said that the Corrale left their hair straight but kept its body. This also ensures less snagging, so it’s great for those with hair that’s prone to breakage.

Dyson Corrale Straightener retails for S$699 at Dyson.

BaByliss Cordless Straightener

Among BaByliss’ huge repertoire of styling tools, their Cordless Straightener is a handy option to have when your daily routine involves a busy day at the office, a gym session, and after-work drinks. Though it’s one of the priciest hair straighteners on our list (it’s about half the cost of a Dyson Corrale at S$360), but it comes with features that are worth the investment.

The hair styler is designed with effortless magnetic charging, reaching full power potential in three hours for 30-minute use at maximum temperature. Ceramic floating plates glide effortlessly through each strand to produce a smooth and glossy finish without excessive pulling at the hair. Plus, it comes with a pretty printed heat shield pouch.

BaByliss Cordless Straightener retails for S$360 at Lookfantastic.

Best Affordable Hair Straighteners

CkeyiN 2-in-1 Straightener HS374Z

This lightweight hair straightener may come with an affordable price tag but delivers lots of features.

These include smart temperature control, negative ions to reduce hair damage, and a 360° swivel power cord for easy usage without the hassle of tangling.

CkeyiN 2-in-1 Straightener HS374Z retails for S$26.55 at Shopee. There’s a discount going on at the time of writing so tap on the link to see updated price.

Remington S5500 1″ Anti-Static Flat Iron

If you have relatively straight hair and need a few touch-ups or a tool to quickly revive a blowout, this inexpensive ceramic hair straightener is a perfect option. It’s not only lightweight, but also works well for curling your hair.

It uses an anti-static technology that promises up to 50% less static and flyaways, so you won’t have to manually smooth down your hair every hour. Oh, and did we mention it’s under S$25?

Remington S5500 1″ Anti-Static Flat Iron retails for US$17.84 (S$23.66) at Amazon.

Best Hair Straightening Brushes

Conair INFINITI PRO Diamond-Infused Ceramic Smoothing Hot Brush

While it may not be your conventional flat iron, this straightening brush does the trick all the same. Just turn it on, brush your hair with its heated, diamond-infused ceramic bristles like you would with a normal brush, and watch the frizz turn smooth, shiny, and static-free in seconds. It’ll help straighten out any wonky waves or puffy layers.

Conair INFINITI PRO Diamond-Infused Ceramic Smoothing Hot Brush retails for S$87.48 at Amazon.sg.

Moroccanoil Smooth Style Ceramic Heated Brush

This is designed like a paddle brush to easily straighten hair without much techniques required.

Its has a soft-touch, non-slip handle and ceramic cool-tip bristles that can get to hard-to-reach areas close to the roots without heat damage to hair or scalp.

Moroccanoil Smooth Style Ceramic Heated Brush retails for S$202 at Sephora.

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