Straightening Iron

[Sugar's Mom]

Plug ins are no good at a dog show but maybe that is not why she was asking.

[Brooklynn]

I use a plug in chi at dog shows all the time....my chi has never given me a problem unless the one my brookie chewed and ruined it OMG I freaked because it cost so much UGH...but stupid me left it hanging so she could reach it...unplugged of course....but my question is why use a flat iron on a pet? All my pets never get an iron because they don't need it...I use it because I do wrap my show dogs

Donna Bird
Brooklynn's Yorkshire Terriers

[Breeze]

Originally Posted by emilyann

I don't like Chis, I had a really good friend who used the Chi and her hair looked disgusting. It also shorted out pretty fast which, I understand, is a problem with most of them.

I use a Sedu and I love love love it!

I think it also depends on the persons hair, what products they use, if their hair is over processed and how the use the iron.

I love my Chi and have asked many, many different hairdressers what they perfer all have said Chi. Sedu are also one of the best of course as well. But I would not count out the Chi becuase of one persons bad hair, as there are too many other factors that could of lead to her damage.

Chi's did have the shorting out problem, but many of those models were recalled and the newer ones seem to be much better.

[Breeze]

Originally Posted by Brooklynn

I use a plug in chi at dog shows all the time....my chi has never given me a problem unless the one my brookie chewed and ruined it OMG I freaked because it cost so much UGH...but stupid me left it hanging so she could reach it...unplugged of course....but my question is why use a flat iron on a pet? All my pets never get an iron because they don't need it...I use it because I do wrap my show dogs

Donna Bird
Brooklynn's Yorkshire Terriers

You maybe able to get the cord replaced by an electrical repair shop for around $25 if it was just the cord that was ruined.

[Brooklynn]

Originally Posted by Breeze

You maybe able to get the cord replaced by an electrical repair shop for around $25 if it was just the cord that was ruined.

Oh I already have bought me another one LOL...me and my yorkies share it so it had to be replaced immediately LOL...

Donna

[FlDebra]

I have a SEDU Revolution and I love it. But I am using it on my own hair, not Ben's. I could use it on him I guess, but his hair goes very straight with blow drying and pretty straight when I let him air dry. Maybe not show quality straight everywhere, but nice.

The Sedu Revolution has the curved edges, so you can use it not only for straight hairstyles but also to give lift and curl. I am too old for those cute totally straight styles, but with a little lift on top and a gentle curl at the bottom, it's great for me. Course none of that would matter on a Yorkie where you want it all straight.

Another nice thing about the SEDU Revolution is that it comes in a Mini-size too, which I think would work a lot better on a Yorkie than a full-size iron. One more idea would be to be sure and use the same sort of protective products that we use on our own hair before ironing. I like the Redken Smooth Down Heat Glide and sometimes the Butter Treat. They keep the hair from getting over-dried out from all the heat, and add shine! Biosilk works too, but sometimes makes my hair look oily.

Last but not least -- good place to buy irons -- folica.com!

[Sugar's Mom]

Originally Posted by Brooklynn

I use a plug in chi at dog shows all the time....my chi has never given me a problem unless the one my brookie chewed and ruined it OMG I freaked because it cost so much UGH...but stupid me left it hanging so she could reach it...unplugged of course....but my question is why use a flat iron on a pet? All my pets never get an iron because they don't need it...I use it because I do wrap my show dogs

Donna Bird
Brooklynn's Yorkshire Terriers

I guess you are fortunate to find shows with lots of electrical plug ins. Rarely have I seen one close enough to use . even if there are plug ins, there sure aren't enought to go around.

[teffiemoore]

Originally Posted by Breeze

What happened to your Chi? Was it the cord, did it just stop working?

Many Chi's have had shorts due to a problem with the wiring, some were recalled so see if yours was one of them. Mine stopped working just after the one year warranty was up. My hairdresser where I bought it was nice enough to take it back and talk to her chi rep who gave me a new one free of charge even after the warranty was up. It is totally worth the try.

I don't know if it was the wiring or the cord, but it most likely was. I had it for about 5 years and (at the end) it would get hot and the cool off, get hot then cool...it prob. was the cord come to think of it??? My daughter gave me the address and # to call to see if the cord could be replaced or to see if it could even be fixed. I just haven't followed up on it yet...but, for the amt. of money I spent on it, I'm still going to try. I really loved it. Thanks for reminding me of this.

[wishies]

they have flat irons that are like 6 inches in lenth with super skinny plates that would work for long haired dogs.. the mini ones i guess.

IMHO Chi's are not worth the money. there are so many other BETTER flat irons than a Chi. i've heard that your hair gets caught in the plates with Chi's and they wear out fast.. meaning they don't get hot as they first do when its brand new. i think Chi's are only popular because most of the major hair salon chains carry it to sell in their stores.. who knows.

i currently own the paul mitchell smooth works flat iron & a GHD IV styler (LOVE IT!) superfast heat up and the plates glide smoothly down your hair. if i flat iron my hair it will last up to 3 days (in good weather of course) & i have naturally wavy hair

[Breeze]

Originally Posted by wishies

they have flat irons that are like 6 inches in lenth with super skinny plates that would work for long haired dogs.. the mini ones i guess.

IMHO Chi's are not worth the money. there are so many other BETTER flat irons than a Chi. i've heard that your hair gets caught in the plates with Chi's and they wear out fast.. meaning they don't get hot as they first do when its brand new. i think Chi's are only popular because most of the major hair salon chains carry it to sell in their stores.. who knows.

i currently own the paul mitchell smooth works flat iron & a GHD IV styler (LOVE IT!) superfast heat up and the plates glide smoothly down your hair. if i flat iron my hair it will last up to 3 days (in good weather of course) & i have naturally wavy hair

The GHD is one of the best, it would of been the one I would of bought next if I never got a new Chi from Chi after mine stopped working. The reviews are really good on the GHD and Sedu.

[teffiemoore]

Originally Posted by wishies

they have flat irons that are like 6 inches in lenth with super skinny plates that would work for long haired dogs.. the mini ones i guess.

IMHO Chi's are not worth the money. there are so many other BETTER flat irons than a Chi. i've heard that your hair gets caught in the plates with Chi's and they wear out fast.. meaning they don't get hot as they first do when its brand new. i think Chi's are only popular because most of the major hair salon chains carry it to sell in their stores.. who knows.

i currently own the paul mitchell smooth works flat iron & a GHD IV styler (LOVE IT!) superfast heat up and the plates glide smoothly down your hair. if i flat iron my hair it will last up to 3 days (in good weather of course) & i have naturally wavy hair

Where did you get your GHD from?? The Plugged brand I got works great on the dog and I have just used it the last two days and IT is snagging my hair in the plates or the sides of it or something, anyway I have long hair and can't deal with that...are they pricey???

Thanks

[Breeze]

Originally Posted by teffiemoore

Where did you get your GHD from?? The Plugged brand I got works great on the dog and I have just used it the last two days and IT is snagging my hair in the plates or the sides of it or something, anyway I have long hair and can't deal with that...are they pricey???

Thanks

They are pricey but worth it, you can buy them at different hair salons and at Sephora.

Hair Straighteners & Hair Dryers at Sephora

[wishies]

Originally Posted by teffiemoore

Where did you get your GHD from?? The Plugged brand I got works great on the dog and I have just used it the last two days and IT is snagging my hair in the plates or the sides of it or something, anyway I have long hair and can't deal with that...are they pricey???

Thanks

well.. i have a cosmetology license so i buy hair stuff at a different price than consumers. i got my GHD from a beauty supply store for professionals.. GHD irons are really price $200+ usually. you may be able to find it cheaper online somewhere.

OH! she linked the sephora website. they also sell the T3 brand which is also wonderful. i had my T3 for about 6 years before it finally died on me i LOVE the hot pink one hehe

[teffiemoore]

Originally Posted by wishies

well.. i have a cosmetology license so i buy hair stuff at a different price than consumers. i got my GHD from a beauty supply store for professionals.. GHD irons are really price $200+ usually. you may be able to find it cheaper online somewhere.

OH! she linked the sephora website. they also sell the T3 brand which is also wonderful. i had my T3 for about 6 years before it finally died on me i LOVE the hot pink one hehe

My daughter also has her cosmetology license, soo I was going to see about her getting one for me...Maybe Armstrong McCall??? We'll see...My fringe benefit for birthing her and putting her through school

[nanahas3]

Originally Posted by Breeze

I think it also depends on the persons hair, what products they use, if their hair is over processed and how the use the iron.

I love my Chi and have asked many, many different hairdressers what they perfer all have said Chi. Sedu are also one of the best of course as well. But I would not count out the Chi becuase of one persons bad hair, as there are too many other factors that could of lead to her damage.

Chi's did have the shorting out problem, but many of those models were recalled and the newer ones seem to be much better.

I am a retired hairdresser and when Chi first came out I refused to use them as the had no temp control. The new ones are great they have temp control and really give the hair a great shine. I dont know what product is best for furbabies but I always tell my clients to use the Chi oil and other Chi products for the best results.