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Cortex Solo 450 Flat Iron From Flat Iron Experts {Review} #spon

October 14, 2012 by Amber {contributor}

Flat Iron Experts ~

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I don’t know about you, but I can never go out in public with my hair not styled. It is a total mess! It’s not straight but then again it’s not curly. It’s poofy, frizzy, and in no way attractive. So, I use a flat iron on my hair constantly! My hair is extremely thick, which makes finding a flat iron that actually works well pretty complicated. When I first received my past flat irons, I would be so excited and anxious to try them out. Sadly, in the end I would always get the same result. I would straighten my hair right before school, and by the time i got to school my hair would be frizzy, and starting to curl again.

Lucky for me, Flat Iron Experts recently sent me one of their flat irons to review. Flat Iron Experts is a wonderful website that helps you to pick out a flat iron (and other hair products) that Β fit your needs perfectly. Whether you have wavy, curly, frizzy, thick, thin, or any other kind of hair, I feel that Flat Iron Experts has a product that is tailor made for you!

What Did I Think About My Cortex Solo 450 Flat Iron?

I ended up choosing the Cortex Solo 450 Titanium Zebra Flat Iron / Hair Straightener (1″). Of course I had to get a Flat Iron that is zebra print! πŸ˜‰ When I received it in the mail, I was so excited to try it out. So, when I got up the next morning, I sprayed my hair with KQC Thermal Shine Spray (which I also received from Flat Iron Experts). Then, I began straightening my hair! The straightener worked great and slid smoothly over my hair. With other straighteners that I have used in the past, it usually took about an hour and a half to get my hair completely straightened because my hair is so thick. I found that this was not the case with this fantastic straightener. It only took me forty-five minutes! I have to say that I am so happy about that! More sleep for me!

Here is my hair BEFORE using my Cortex Solo 450 Flat Iron
Here is my hair BEFORE using my Cortex Solo 450 Flat Iron

When I got to school on the first day that I used the Cortex Solo 450, it was a very humid day and I was scared that my hair was going to start to curl! I worried needlessly as it did not frizz at all! Another great thing is that I also received a nice holder for my straightener. This is a great thing to have so that you don’t burn your sink, or worse…catch the house on fire! I have never received a holder with any of my previous straighteners and this is a necessity, in my opinion.

Here is my hair AFTER using my Cortex Solo 450 Flat Iron
Here is my hair AFTER using my Cortex Solo 450 Flat Iron

Overall, I couldn’t be happier with my straightener! But don’t let the name fool you, Flat Iron Experts does not only offer flat irons. They have a wide range of products for all your hair styling needs. My Cortex Solo 450 is everything I have been wanting and I would recommend this website to anyone and everyone!

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Filed Under: Beauty & Fashion, Holiday Tagged With: 2012 holiday gift guide, beauty, cortex solo 450, cortez solo 450 titanium zebra flat iron, curling wand, curly, flat iron, Flat Iron Experts, frizzy, hair, holiday gift guide, poofy, straight, straightener, thermal shine spray, zebra

About Amber {contributor}

Amber is a college student and avid fashionista. Amber loves all things beauty and fashion and spends her time reading and thinking about Channing Tatum.

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Comments

  1. Jeana says

    October 14, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    Looks like it did a great job with your hair – how pretty!

  2. Trinnah says

    October 14, 2012 at 5:40 pm

    Straighteners are my best friends. LOL. I have to straighten my hair most of the time, too. It’s the only way I know how to “style” my hair at this point. Love the design on yours! πŸ™‚

  3. Jo-Ann Brightman says

    October 14, 2012 at 5:46 pm

    This is a very attractive flat iron and it did a great job on your hair. Congratulations

  4. Tara says

    October 14, 2012 at 6:42 pm

    I understand the humid/frizzy hair after using a flat iron. My girls and I all use them – so I think this may be one to check out! Great post!

  5. Heather ~ Acting Balanced Mom says

    October 14, 2012 at 7:23 pm

    My daughter has been asking for a new flat-iron… will have to show her your before and after photos!

  6. Kecia says

    October 14, 2012 at 7:27 pm

    Oh wow, it did a wonderful job on your hair. I have been thinking about replacing my current straightener because it doesn’t seem to be heating right anymore. I will definitely check out this brand!

  7. Emily says

    October 14, 2012 at 8:23 pm

    Seems like a great flat iron – your hair looks great πŸ™‚

  8. Sharon says

    October 15, 2012 at 1:31 pm

    Great before and after! Wonder if it would help mine!

  9. Amanda Taylor @ Survival Guide says

    October 15, 2012 at 6:41 pm

    It really is tough to find a good flat iron! Thanks for sharing this!

  10. Kristin Wheeler (MamaLuvsBooks) says

    October 15, 2012 at 6:42 pm

    Wow!! That works AWESOME!! And your eyes are GORGEOUS!!!

  11. Shayla Burks says

    October 15, 2012 at 9:26 pm

    Thanks! I’m looking for a good flat iron! I have one that just doesn’t do the trick in the winter (my hair frizzes!).

  12. Jessica @ At Home Take 2 says

    October 15, 2012 at 11:02 pm

    Wow- your hair looks great! I’ve always hated having thin hair, but at the same time I’m grateful it doesn’t take very long for me to straighten my hair. πŸ˜‰

  13. Jennifer Williams says

    October 16, 2012 at 12:43 am

    Great review. I need a new flat iron. Will check these out

  14. Jessica says

    October 16, 2012 at 7:11 am

    I have this flat iron and I LOVE it!! The design is so cute too!

  15. Alyssa McVey (Giveaway Overload) says

    October 16, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    I love the way a good flat iron makes all the difference. It really draws the line between frizzy and sleek.

  16. Lisa R says

    November 17, 2012 at 4:31 am

    great job and looks smooth with no burnt look, looks like a better one than I own

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