You’ve probably heard the same story, “titanium is faster but ceramic is safer.” Statements like these can really confuse you when trying to choose between them, especially since you don’t want to ruin your hair by choosing speed over safety. So, let’s get to know a little more about each of these heating materials and see what their advantages and disadvantages are.
Starting with ceramic, which is and always has been the most popular choice among professionals and home users alike due to its constant heating and protection technologies. These are better known as far infrared heating and ionic technology. Ceramic’s natural far infrared heating gently warms hair from the inside out without damaging the outer layer that is prone to damage. This promotes moisture retention within each strand to reflect a hydrated and nourished appearance on the outside, giving you spectacular shine and a healthy appearance. As for ionic technology, this unique component uses negative ions to neutralize and balance hair to relax and smooth cuticles. This also contributes to healthier hair as straightening time will be cut in half and your hair will look twice as smooth.
Now let’s move on to titanium. This exceptional heater can reach maximum temperatures in record time for a fast styling experience, which is ideal for all busy girls. It also features impeccably smooth plates that will glide effortlessly over your hair for a silky, shiny look. One of the biggest advantages of titanium is that it is naturally strong and lightweight, so straightening will be easier and the iron will last much longer.
The best hair salons use titanium flat irons because of their high performance and fast heat-up that cuts down on wait times, making them more efficient and delighting their clients with surprisingly smooth and long-lasting styles. However, its power and heat are only beneficial for girls with thick, rough and unruly hair that need high temperatures for correct straightening. If your hair is fine or brittle then you won’t need heats as high and it would be safer to stick with ceramic.
If you’re still torn between these two materials, good news! Some professional irons actually combine ceramic and titanium to use the safety and protection of ceramic along with the speed and efficiency of titanium. The only problem is that these powerful irons are more expensive, although the results would be outstanding and the benefits well worth the investment.