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So... 2 very specific questions about this iron:

1) Has anyone noticed an actual improvement in the health of their hair from using this iron (it is supposed to be a reconstructing tool) AND

2) Does the steam ironing allow u to combat humidity way better than a regular flat iron? Or is it just as good/ worse?

The answers to these questions will really be the deciding factors leading to whether I'll get this iron.

Suggest any other iron besides this one for those reasons?

Thanks ladies!
 
Wait a second those temps sound pretty hot like it could boil the hair from the inside out... no one is worried about that?
 
Wildkat08 said:
So... 2 very specific questions about this iron:

1) Has anyone noticed an actual improvement in the health of their hair from using this iron (it is supposed to be a reconstructing tool) AND

2) Does the steam ironing allow u to combat humidity way better than a regular flat iron? Or is it just as good/ worse?

The answers to these questions will really be the deciding factors leading to whether I'll get this iron.

Suggest any other iron besides this one for those reasons?

Thanks ladies!
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1. I don't think the iron necessarily "helps" your hair, it's still heat. But I do think it's less damaging than a regular flat iron. After I use it my hair is really soft and I have not gotten any damage from using it. I've been using it consistently every 2 or 3 weeks since March.

2. I'm also not sure if it helps combat humidity. My hair does get really straight and I do 2 passes max. I also saran wrap my hair sometimes which helps with smoothing the cuticle. I live in Los Angeles so it isn't really humid. I was in DC a couple weeks ago and my hair held up nicely.

I plan on using the iron tomorrow and I'll post pics so you can see the results. I will say that I do love this iron and I believe it is much better for your hair than a regular flat iron.
 
zamaih said:
1. I don't think the iron necessarily "helps" your hair, it's still heat. But I do think it's less damaging than a regular flat iron. After I use it my hair is really soft and I have not gotten any damage from using it. I've been using it consistently every 2 or 3 weeks since March.

2. I'm also not sure if it helps combat humidity. My hair does get really straight and I do 2 passes max. I also saran wrap my hair sometimes which helps with smoothing the cuticle. I live in Los Angeles so it isn't really humid. I was in DC a couple weeks ago and my hair held up nicely.

I plan on using the iron tomorrow and I'll post pics so you can see the results. I will say that I do love this iron and I believe it is much better for your hair than a regular flat iron.
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Thanks so much for the honest detailed response!! I can't wait to see pics... I think someone else just posted a question about it "boiling" the cuticle. I too am a bit concerned about that. Guess I'll have to research that and let everyone know what I find.

Anyone have stories of damages u feel u received solely from direct steam technology?
 
Wildkat08 said:
Thanks so much for the honest detailed response!! I can't wait to see pics... I think someone else just posted a question about it "boiling" the cuticle. I too am a bit concerned about that. Guess I'll have to research that and let everyone know what I find.

Anyone have stories of damages u feel u received solely from direct steam technology?
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Ok, sorry for the delay. I washed my hair yesterday and it looked like this:

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After flat ironing it looked like this:

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I used Carol's daughter products for the first time and blowdried using the tension method. Details on my blog www.astrofashionista.blogspot.com

I'm honestly not concerned with this flat iron boiling the cuticle of my hair. Leobody on youtube has been using the maxiglide for years and she has the most beautiful hair I've ever seen.
 
almondjoi85 said:
Wait a second those temps sound pretty hot like it could boil the hair from the inside out... no one is worried about that?
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I'm not. I haven't read any bad reviews either (granted, some people weren't impressed, but nothing bad happened either)
I have a maxiglide and my hair is fine. I can't wait to try this Joico iron.
 
I've been using this iron for the last 4 months (got it in April) and I love it! :love2:
At first I wasn't that impress with it (it took me a while to figure out how to use it properly lol). I really started to see a difference in my hair after about a 2 months of using it. My hair feels smoother, looks shiner and I've had less breakage. I tried using my old Sedu a few weeks ago (to do a comparison) and while the Sedu did a good job, my hair felt drier and didn't look as shiny (it also smelled burnt).

I've also cut back on protein treatment since using this iron. I don't want to have a protein overload.
 

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SleekyHair said:
I've been using this iron for the last 4 months (got it in April) and I love it! :love2:
At first I wasn't that impress with it (it took me a while to figure out how to use it properly lol). I really started to see a difference in my hair after about a 2 months of using it. My hair feels smoother, looks shiner and I've had less breakage. I tried using my old Sedu a few weeks ago (to do a comparison) and while the Sedu did a good job, my hair felt drier and didn't look as shiny (it also smelled burnt).

I've also cut back on protein treatment since using this iron. I don't want to have a protein overload.
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Your hair looks beautiful!!!
 
casey3035 said:
Can this be purchased at ULTA? Didn't see it on the site!
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It's still not available in stores. It's been out for several months now so I wonder if they don't plan on releasing it publicly..? I bought mine at Discount Beauty Center, but its a little cheaper on Ebay.
 
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A STEAMER?
WHAT IS SO GREAT ABOUT IT?
WHAT DOES IT DO?
Yes, I am confused, is it like a flat iron?
 
I was really obsessed with this tool when it came out but it's way too expensive!! The flat iron I have now is working fine and it's not like I flat iron regularly either. When my flat iron will break down, I'll purchase a Maxiglide instead. Seriously, the only reason I wanted the Kpak flat iron was because It was supposed to reconstruct the hair. I'm pretty sure I can achieve the same result with a good protein leave-in like the one in Aphogee line and a good heat protectant... I'm so happy I didn't give in to my PJism.... :p
 
rastapretty said:
Really? I am looking into getting one myself. Do you mind providing me with the info in order to purchase one. I will appreciate it.
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My Mom's friend who is a salon owner ordered it for me and my Mom picked it up. It was backordered b/c they sold out the 1st week that they got them in. If you have a stylist, it can be ordered for you and you could go pick it up. You can pay at pickup.
 
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