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CHI Air Expert vs. ghd Platinum+ Straightener

Professional Ceramic vs. Intelligent Heat Technology: Which Flat Iron Is Right for You?

By Renata Cole, Lead Beauty Editor||How we test

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ProductKey detailPriceBuy
CHI Air Expert Classic Tourmaline Ceramic Flat IronProfessional tourmaline ceramic flat iron with far-infrared heat for smooth, shiny resultsSee price on AmazonCheck Price on Amazon
ghd Platinum+ Professional Hair StraightenerPremium flat iron with predictive technology that senses and adapts to hair needs for optimal resultsSee price on AmazonCheck Price on Amazon

CHI Air Expert Classic Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron

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Far-infrared heat for inside-out styling
Quick 30-second heat-up
Floating plates for all hair thicknesses
Not as technologically advanced as ghd
Heavier than some competitors
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Our Winner

ghd Platinum+ Professional Hair Straightener

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Predictive technology adjusts temperature 250x per second
Optimal 365°F styling temperature for hair health
Ultra-zone plates for even heat distribution
Premium price at current pricing
Fixed temperature (no manual adjustment)
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ghd Platinum+ wins for fine and color-treated hair due to its predictive temperature technology that prevents heat damage. CHI Air Expert wins for thick, coarse hair that benefits from manual heat control at higher temperatures.

Our Full Verdict

The winner depends on your hair type and priorities. ghd Platinum+ is the better choice for fine, color-treated, or heat-sensitive hair — the intelligent temperature control delivers results with significantly less risk of heat damage. CHI Air Expert is the better choice for thick, coarse hair that needs higher heat and manual temperature control to achieve smooth results.

ghd Platinum+ Professional Hair Straightener

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CHI Air Expert Classic Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron

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