Are you looking for the complete hair straightener guide for your hair type? If the answer is yes, keep on reading!

Heat styling tools are more than an investment in your looks; they're an investment where the pay off is healthy hair.

Taking a few minutes to choose the hair straightener that’s right for your specific needs - and your hair type - is essential. Think about it. You’ll be using this styling tool on the precious hair you strive to keep looking as healthy and beautiful as possible.

Your straightener should be a match made in heaven for your hair, not a necessary evil. Believe it or not, but not all styling tools are out to get you. Some are ready to help you restore your hair and give you the look you’ve been dreaming of for years.

So, let's take a deeper look into our hair straightener guide:

Different hair types, styling expectations and lifestyles will all impact the kind of heat styling tool you should be using.

Do you plan to use heat styling for nights out or special occasions only? Do you plan to style your hair everyday? How much time do you plan on devoting to your styling routine?

These are all important questions to consider when deciding on the best thermal styling tool for your hair. Because it’s not only your hairstyle you’re concerned about, but your hair’s health as well.

If you select your heat styling tool based on your hair type (which you need to consider carefully), you'll fall completely in love with your hair straightener and wonder how you ever lived without it.

That’s why NuMe offers so many options. We’ve put together the ultimate hair straightener guide and tips so you can easily see the features of each of our award-winning hair straighteners and discover the NuMe styling tool that’s best for you.

Spoiler alert: NuMe hair straighteners use infrared heating technology which treats your locks like the queens they are.

 Here’s a quick breakdown on each of all NuMe materials to help you get started:

• Gentle, non-damaging heat styling.
• Best for medium to thick hair types.
• Heats quickly and distributes heat evenly.
• Because of the quality of pure stone ceramic, avoid dropping or banging these tools--they’re delicate.

• Safe for any hair type - thin, medium, thick, and even dyed or damaged.
• Perfect those who plan to style with a straightener every day, since tourmaline ceramic doesn't damage hair.
• Tourmaline emits high levels of negatively charged ions, leaving hair smooth and conditioned.

• For those with coarse hair, for special occasions, or for professional use.
• Be advised this is a powerful material that provides an intense and even heat so it’s not meant for everyday use, especially on fine hair.
• Please consult with a styling professional to find out if titanium is the right for your hair.

Stone ceramic delivers even heat that won't damage hair. This gentle heat option can be a fantastic choice for those who are new to heat styling.

Our stone ceramic hair straighteners also have wider plates, making styling faster as they hold larger sections of the hair.  

All our pure stone ceramic hair straighteners feature floating plates that let your hair glide through smoothly without pulling or snagging; the material heats your hair evenly and emits negative ions for incredible shine that cancels out free radicals found in the environment (all that positive frizzy energy you didn’t know about).

And finally, a fully rotating swivel cord for ultimate styling comfort!

The NuMe Empress Hair Straightener is available in white with a high-gloss finish and the following features:

• 1 ¼ inch, diamond-ceramic plates infused with Brazilian-keratin for gleaming hair
• Heats to 450°F in seconds
• Far infrared heat
• Dial temperature control and LED power indicator light
• Large-sized plates are perfect for mid-length or long hair

The NuMe Silhouette Hair Straightener is available in hot pink, turquoise or black with the following features:

• Heats to 450°F in seconds
• 1-⅛ inch floating plates
• Dial temperature control and LED power indicator light
• Negative ion conditioning technology and far infrared heat
• Large-sized plates are perfect for mid-length or long hair
• Soft touch finish

What does 100% tourmaline ceramic mean? It means NuMe hair straighteners have plates that are not tourmaline "coated" over metal. Instead, they are pure tourmaline ceramic plates. They won’t wear out over time.

The same magnificent shine you see on the first day you use your NuMe straightener will be yours to enjoy for the life of your styling tool.

All NuMe tourmaline, ceramic flat irons feature floating plates that are highly beveled, so straightening or curling techniques are easy.

They’re made with pure tourmaline, ceramic plates that emit negative ions for incredible shine. All topped with fully rotating, swivel cord and ergonomic design for styling comfort.

Our top-of-the line straightening and styling tool, the NuMe Megastar Hair Straightener is available in three colors: hot pink, turquoise or black. And comes with the following features:

• An infrared strip reduces heat damage with faster, more effective results!
• Built-in green negative ions send conditioning negative ions to hair follicles, for the most lustrous locks imaginable.
• Easy-to-read digital display and temperature control - complete with auto shut off.
• 1 inch floating plates
• Soft touch finish

Be #InstaReady! The NuMe Technique Hair Straightener is available in two colors: mint green with black or white with gray plates. This hair straightener features:

• Heats to 450°F in seconds
• 1 inch floating plates
• Dial temperature control and LED power indicator light
• Short-length plates deliver focused heat that's safe and evenly distributed, so it’s perfect for mid-length hair
• Soft touch finish on mint green version, and high-gloss finish on white version

One of our best-sellers! The NuMe Fashionista Hair Straightener is available in hot pink, turquoise or black. You'll love how effortless it is to create straight or curled looks!

• Heats to 450°F in seconds
• Dial temperature control and LED power indicator light
• Standard-sized straightener works great on mid-length or longer hair
• Soft touch finish

Let out your inner vixen! The NuMe Scarlett Hair Straightener is available in bold red with these features:

• Heats to 450°F in seconds
• ⅞ inch floating plates
• Dial temperature control and LED power indicator light
• Slim plates and a sleek design make styling layers or shorter hair a breeze
• Soft touch finish

Polish that pixie-cut! The NuMe Technique Slim Hair Straightener is available in two colors: mint green with a black exterior or white with gray plates.

• Heats to 450°F in seconds
• ⅞ inch floating plates
• Dial temperature control and LED power indicator light
• Slim plates and a sleek design make styling layers or shorter hair a breeze
• A soft touch finish on the mint green version, and a high-gloss finish on the white version

Using 100% titanium means that NuMe hair straightener plates are not simply coated over lesser-quality metal. Instead, they are crafted with pure titanium.

These titanium plates will always heat evenly, one of the main advantages of titanium.

Like tourmaline ceramic, titanium also has properties that release negative conditioning ions - and thanks to using pure titanium - they won't fade over time.

All NuMe pure titanium hair straighteners feature floating plates that are highly beveled, so straightening or curling techniques are easy.

The pure titanium plates heat evenly and emit negative ions for incredible shine. Don’t worry about wandering around your station, with fully rotating swivel cord, you’ll be able to move as comfortably as possible.

When you’re looking to brighten up your life, all you need is a little rainbow love. The NuMe Love Wins Hair Straightener is one of our most powerful titanium styling tools that not only looks great on your styling table but offers precision straightening that lasts on the thickest hair.

• Heats to 450°F in seconds
• 1-inch precision-engineered floating plates
• On/off power button with indicator light
• Digital display and temperature control
• Far infrared heat + integrated infrared light strip
• LED light for 1000% more negative ion conditioning technology

The NuMe Style Setter Hair Straightener is available in hot pink, turquoise or black. The narrower plates are perfect for shorter styles or focused styling!

• Heats to 450°F in seconds
• ⅞ inch floating plates
• On/off power button and indicator light
• Negative ion conditioning technology
• Slim plates and a sleek design make styling layers or shorter hair a breeze

The NuMe Precious Metals Hair Straightenerwith gorgeous rose-gold plates will add luxe and beauty to your work station.

• Infrared strip sends pure heat to the hair’s cortex. Translation: less damage with faster, more effective results!
• 1 inch floating plates
• Built-in green negative ion booster light sends beams of conditioning negative ions into the hair follicle, for the most lustrous locks imaginable.
• Easy-to-read digital display and temperature control lets you see exactly when your hair straightener is ready to use - complete with safety auto shut off.
• Soft touch finish

With NuMe you not only get a hair straightener that helps keep your hair feeling silky-soft and looking its best but with so many options, your styling tool can be an expression of who you are.

We also recommend that you use NuMe Watch Me Werk Thermal Heat Protectant for hair every time you use heat styling tools to make sure that your hair remains healthy.

Still not sure which hair straightener is best for you? Message us and find out what our experts think about your hair type and styling needs! Also, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @NuMeHair for more tips on how to straighten hair.

FAQ

How do I choose a hair straightener?

When choosing a hair straightener, consider your hair type (fine, thick, curly), desired features (adjustable heat, plate material), and budget. Ceramic or tourmaline plates work well for most hair types. Look for adjustable heat settings to prevent overheating.

Choose a reputable brand known for durability and safety. Read reviews and seek recommendations from hairstylists or friends with similar hair types for guidance.

What type of hair straightener is best?

The best hair straightener depends on your hair type and styling needs. Ceramic and tourmaline flat irons are versatile and suitable for most hair types. Titanium flat irons are ideal for thick or coarse hair.

Consider adjustable heat settings, plate size, and brand reputation for durability. Ultimately, the best straightener is one that suits your hair and styling preferences.

Should I use oil before straightening hair?

Yes, using a heat protectant oil or serum before straightening hair is beneficial. It adds a protective barrier, reducing heat damage, and adds shine.

Apply a small amount to dry hair, focusing on the ends, and ensure it's fully absorbed before using a flat iron.

Should I use heat protectant before straightening? 

Yes, always use a heat protectant before straightening your hair. It forms a protective barrier, reducing heat damage and keeping your hair healthy and shiny.

Apply it to dry hair, focusing on the lengths and ends, and allow it to dry before using heat styling tools.