Hair advices — 3 min read

At what temperature should I use my styling iron?

Hair advices — 3 min read

At what temperature should I use my styling iron?

Straightening your hair with a flat iron requires the right technique and of course a high-quality styling iron, but also the correct temperature that adapts to your hair type. Not taking this into account can make this daily routine a direct cause of hair damage.

According to a recent survey from Termix, 85% of consumer’s main worry is hair damage when applying heat on their hair. Along with this, 55% look for a flat iron with high power and speed and 50% care about its effects for a long-lasting hairstyling results. Against people who believe that setting the iron at a higher temperature has better results, with a responsible use you don’t have to fry your hair for it to look faboulous. In this guide, Termix gives you the proper tips needed to straighten your hair like a professional without damaging it. The most important thing: choose the correct emperature according to your hair type!

At what temperature should I use my styling iron?

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  • Synthetic hair – Temperature 60º-180º

Synthetic hair of hair extensions can be heat-straightened. But to be sure, the best thing is to test it first at 60º, never exceeding 180º.

  • Fine and fragile hair – Temperature 120º-150º

Flat irons aren’t a solution for a weak or in poor condition hair. But, if you often use them you can help reducing damage. Curly hair and afros are very sensible. In these cases, begin testing your hair at 120º but never exceed 150º.

  • Fine and strong hair – Temperature 150º- 180º

If your hair is physiologically fine and healthy you can use flat irons without problems as long as you can regulate the temperature to the resistance of the hair fiber to prevent damage. In your case, start trying 150º but without exceeding 180º.

  • Normal and fragile hair – Temperature 180º

This type of hair tends to weaken at the ends, that open or dry. Its ideal temperature is 180º.

  • Normal and resistant hair – Temperature 190º-210º

This hair type –easy to shape and with great durability, accepts hair straightening but without forgetting a minimum care. Start working at 190º and if necessary go up to 210º.

  • Thick and abundant hair – Temperature 210º

Apparently we believe that thick hair tolerates everything. But no; We also have to protect it, using innovative and high-quality styling irons. Thanks to the ceramic and tourmaline plates, with the Termix Passion Red 230º styling iron you can work at 210º maximum and straighten curly hair in just a few minutes.

  • Treatments – Temperature 230º

The Termix Passion Red 230º styling iron is designed to achieve the best results in treatments like keratin. Its diameter, inner nanotechnology and temperature setting to 230º ensures the best results.

So why choose Passion Red 230?

  • Sensuously Red: a bold, glamorous color that will inspire your creativity
  • Better grip: its red touch finish feels great in hand and will give you a more comfortable grip
  • Sleek design: Easier to regulate temperature, with its clear display, ergonomic and modern design
  • Ready when you are: within a few seconds of setting the temperature, it is ready to use so you don’t waste time

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