Mischo Beauty: Hana Styling Iron Cleaner

Seeing dirty styling tools on a stylist's workstation is like the worst thing in the world- seriously! Combs and brushes that look as though they've been used on every client that's ever sat in the stylist's chair makes me want to RUN. Oh and seeing an empty jar of barbicide (the blue/greenish liquid disinfectant) - which should be full of combs, brushes, etc.- really makes you wonder. Let's not mention the flat irons, curling irons and other styling tools with caked on or brunt product build-up...

Well, I'm excited to tell you about the Hana Styling Iron Cleaner. It's a spray cleaner for gold, ceramic, titanium and tourmaline styling tools. I've tested it on both my Hana Professional 1" Ceramic Flat Iron and my Hana Mini Flat Iron with no issues. Neither tool had the caked on product build-up, but I was able to see how easy the cleaner dissolved the residue that was present. For tougher build-up, it's recommended that the cleaner sit on the styling tool for up to 10 minutes for best results.

Ok, so tell me- what's your salon pet peeve?

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Beautiful hair needs an expert: Hana Professional 1" Flat Iron

If you've been following my blog, then you all know that I'm a hairstylist and was taught the proper way to flat iron hair during my apprenticeship at Vidal Sassoon. I own about six flat irons- a few of which I bought while in cosmetology school and a few more when I'd started apprenticing. Right now I'm using the Hana Professional 1" Ceramic Flat Iron and I'm loving it! First I love the fact that the ceramic plates are infused with tourmaline, so I can count on an even distribution of heat and a smooth finish with lots of shine. And because I'm always doing my hair on the go (which means I'm wrapping up a hot flat iron and throwing it in my bag- dangerous, I know!) I'm loving the fact that this comes with a heat proof storage pouch and a heat proof silicone mat. And by now we know how important a temperature dial is! I've said this before- not everyone can flat iron their hair on the same temperature setting, without causing damage. This includes a temperature dial, allowing you to set the temperature based on your hair's texture and needs. This is perfect for the jet-setting Beyonce and I recommend it for you!

Any questions?

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