GHD Hair Straighteners

Curling hair with straighteners is entirely possible and a great way to switch up your style from sleek to wavy. Here’s a simple method using ghd straighteners:

1. Make sure your hair is dry, detangled and protected with a heat-protectant product.
2. Section your hair into manageable parts (for example 4 – 6 sections).
3. Starting close to the root (but not on the scalp), clamp the straightener around a small section of hair.
4. Twist the straightener away from your face (or alternate directions for a more “undone” look) and pull it slowly down the strand in one smooth motion. The twist gives the hair its curl or wave.
5. For tighter curls use smaller sections and slower passes; for looser waves, use larger sections and rotate less.
6. Once curled, let the hair cool for a moment (this helps the style set), then gently run your fingers through or brush lightly for softer waves.
7. If desired, finish with a light mist of hairspray or a shine-spray for extra hold and polish. Because ghd straighteners have rounded or floating plates, they’re versatile for both straightening and styling curves and waves.

Frizzy hair presents extra challenge because the plate must smooth and seal the hair cuticle effectively. For frizz-prone hair, look for a ghd model with:

• wide, floating, ceramic-coated plates to catch each strand and smooth it in one pass.
• consistent temperature across the plates so the heat is evenly distributed (avoiding “hot-spots” that can exacerbate frizz).
• The ghd range from the brand states that most stylers work at a fixed / optimised temperature of 185 °C — this is chosen to balance effective styling and minimal damage.
• For unruly, frizz-prone hair choose the ghd Max styler or the Platinum+ with ultra-zone technology.

Thick hair requires a few extra considerations: more “bulk” of hair, more area to smooth, and often more styling time. The right straightener for thick hair will:

• Have wider plates so you can clamp larger sections at once (reducing styling time).
• Maintain consistent heat across the plates so all strands (especially closer to the root) are effectively treated.
• For thick hair we recommend a wide-plate ghd model such as the ghd Max or Chronos Max

Fine or fragile hair requires extra care: you want a tool that styles effectively but doesn’t over-heat or cause damage. For fine hair you should look for:

• Smooth plates that glide, reducing repeated passes (which can cause damage).
• A model with smart heat control (so you’re not using excessive heat for strands that need less).
• For fine hair, we recommend a model such as the ghd Platinum+ which is designed to be gentler, with advanced heat monitoring and smooth plates.

Curly hair can vary a lot in texture (loose curls, tight coils, combination). Key styling needs are smoothing, managing frizz, straightening if desired, or defining the curl. For curly hair you want:

• A tool that can smooth effectively (so wider plates help) if your goal is straightening.
• Tools with rounded edges if you also want to curl/wave the hair.
• Even heat distribution so each curl is treated.
• choose wide-plate plus robust plate technology. If your goal is to curl or wave: choose a standard plate width with strong plate control.
• For curly hair, aim for a ghd model built for textured hair (wide plates, advanced heat tech) such as the ghd Max or Chronos Max.

ghd straighteners operate at an optimum temperature of approximately 185 °C.

Yes — most ghd straighteners automatically switch off after approximately 30 minutes of inactivity.