In general, fine or damaged hair types need flat irons that have lower temperature settings — 300 degrees and under — while very coarse or curly hair types will need a flat iron that can reach ...

Fortunately, flat irons come with different plate sizes in width, matching either long, short or medium hair. Wider plates are ideal for thick and long hair types, while narrow plates are ideal ...

Alayna The type of plate you use is more a matter of preference and experience. "Titanium flat irons are the best," Rios notes. "They omit fast, even heat which is best for styling purposes." ...