Chi Volumizer

June 29th, 2008 by perfumed

Using a flat iron to get more voluminous hair may seem counterintuitive, but the Chi Volumizer promises just that. Unlike traditional flat irons, this Chi has curved heat plates to create flips and curls. In fact, it is half flat iron and half curling iron - designed to help you achieve flips at the end and lift at the roots. I got my hands on this a few weeks ago and have been trying it out.

As a fair warning, I’m neither good with flat irons nor curling irons, so the first few tries resulted in frizzy, half voluminous, sort of flipped hair. This is definitely an advanced iron for those who are more skilled at doing their own hair. However, after a week of trying, I think I finally got the hang of it. Unlike other flat irons, you have to be conscientious at all times about exactly where the iron is on your hair or you’ll end up with some odd crimps. Don’t even try using this iron without sectioning off your hair, and I find that using heat styling products helps the style form easier and last longer.

This Chi does a much better job of helping you get curls and volume than other flat irons - but also requires a bit more practice. Now that I’ve gotten the hang of it, it’s a super easy way to create an effortlessly stylish look for going out. You can check one out for yourself at Misikko.

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