Dual Voltage Flat Iron

If you cringe at the thought of leaving the country without your trusty flat iron, then it probably doesn’t have a dual voltage feature that lets you use it at home or abroad. Not every country manages the same voltage requirements so a special line of flat irons has been designed to swiftly switch from 110 volts for North America to 220-240 volts for Asia, Australia and Europe while delivering the same soft, straight and shiny results as a regular flat iron would at home. If you’re not sure how to tell if a flat iron is dual voltage without the title of the model saying so, just check the description and it should say “110/120V and 220/240V” or simply “110/240”.

If you’re wondering why you should invest in a dual voltage flat iron and not just use your own with a plug adapter, then you would want to know that adapters have been known to damage regular irons by causing short circuits, so it would be wise to invest just once in a straightener with dual voltage instead of buying adapters or a new flat iron. Of course if you don’t travel too much then a dual voltage device won’t be necessary, but if you really are a devoted jet hopper then a dual voltage flat iron is exactly what you need to keep those flyaway hairs in place no matter which country you’re in.

Avid travellers usually prefer travel sized models to save them the hassle and the space in their suitcase. These mini travelling irons are usually only 6-7 inches in length and are perfect for carrying around in your bag for a quick touch up anytime and anywhere. Most of them come with soft travel bags for storage and if you have a travel straightening iron without the bag you can always purchase one on its own. However, their small size may limit a few features found in full sized irons but they still include the most important ones such as a variable heat setting and a swivel cord (although there are many cordless models which are even easier to store and transport).

Aside from checking for dual voltage, always make sure the plates are of good quality. Pure ceramic and tourmaline plates are the best you can get on the market today, and they’re ideal for travelling since you never know how hot or humid the weather can get in each country. Tourmaline is extra ionic for an enhanced frizz repelling effect while ceramic includes a natural infrared heater that retains moisture and promotes health and nourishment for optimum results. So whether you want an incredible look at home or overseas, a good quality dual voltage flat iron is all you’ll ever need for flawlessly straightened and perfectly styled hair.