Celebrity Hairstylists Pick the Best Flat Irons of All Time

Straightening irons got a bad rep in the 2000s when chunky highlights and fried-flat hair reigned. Thankfully, we’ve moved past that look and into a more elevated era of “liquid hair,” think: Naomi Campbell’s extra-long strands moving like a shiny, silk curtain as she walks. But with tons of straighteners on the market, we could use some guidance on which ones are best. So we asked the experts. Stylists who’ve worked with celebs like Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Olivia Rodrigo, and all The Kardashians (a.k.a. our hair goal icons) weigh in on the best tools on the market.

Ahead, our celebrity hairstylists tell us about their favorite straighteners, which include options that heat quickly, multi-taskers that double as tools for making waves, and more. They’re also here to provide some tips and tricks for achieving the sleekest, smoothest strands. Read on to find a new straightener you can add to cart right away.