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FHI Platform Flat Iron
FHI Heat has set the benchmark once again with their Platform Series styling irons.
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Jessica T.Philadelphia, PAHairMedium BrownNormal HairColor Treated HairThick or Coarse Hair
Very Average, Don't Get High HopesHonestly, i did a ton of back and forth research on all the professional Irons because i wanted the best, money aside. I finally decided on The FHI Platform because the Runway doesnt have the degree variables. I have really really think long wavy hair, so any 1" CHI or Croc Solia etc just wouldnt cut it. It was a hassle ordering from Folica who sent me a BAbyliss then didnt want to send a return label then charged me full price for the FHI when they finally got it right, when i had a 25% promo code. I probably wont order anything from this site again.
Bottom line the platform works just as well as a cheap iron I've had for 2 years called a HeatMaster. They both make my hair look and feel the same, the cheap one i have is actually an easier hold and has been through daily 5 foot falls onto tile haha.
If i were you i would stick with what you know or call the closest top of the line salon and ask them what straighteners they use.
Don't expect a great difference, talk is cheap, and people just tell you what you want to hear. Do your own research!!!
xoxo
Another thing is try morroccan oil with any straightener, then you'll feel the smooth, silky healthy hairposted Jan 17, 2012Link to this post -
StephanieHairDark BrownCurly HairThick or Coarse Hair
R.i.p. My FhiI have had 3 of these straighteners and each one within a year quit working due to the wiring. It cuts on and off. I would be straightening my hair and then I would notice that it was no longer hot. The flat on works well on my hair that's why I kept buying them. I am mixed with really curly hair and I used this tool everyday and really liked it. I am not going to buy another one just for the simple fact that I know that after 1 year I can pretty much count on it dying :( R.I.P. my FHIposted Dec 7, 2011Link to this post -
AprilColumbus, OHHairMedium BrownDry HairCurly HairColor Treated Hair
Exactly What I Was Looking ForI purchased my first FHI flat iron two years ago and it worked fantastically well - my hair had never been so straight (I have curly/wavy dry hair that's resistant to flat ironing) or so smooth. I only had to pass the iron once over my hair and it would be perfect! Unfortunately, I kept my flat iron next to the sink and apparently, an errant drop of water somehow managed to get inside the iron and fry the board inside (my father in law is an electrician and took it apart to troubleshoot). Because of this, we were unable to fix it. For the next four months, I had to suffer through being flat ironless...and once you've had an FHI, a lesser brand wont do!
After suffering through those four months, I spent several days researching and debating my options. I really didn't want to spend even more money on something that worked exactly the same as what I'd already had. I decided once again to purchase an FHI and was so glad I went with folica.com! I visited a couple of retailers in town and none of them were offering the price that folica was. I was incredibly happy with the speed of shipment and I absolutely love the product. I hope I have no issues with my iron, but, from the reviews I've read, I shouldn't have any issue on returning it if there's any problem. Plus, I received a FREE handy Sedu travel iron that I can use as a back up if anything were to happen to my FHI! Very satisfied :)
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KarlaHairMedium BrownDry HairCurly HairThick or Coarse Hair
Finally!Like everyone else I went through quite a few flat irons, the last one was the Sedu, I loved it, but the plates protrude so much I kept burning my hands and catching my hair. Enter the 4/10 FHI, perfect size with heat controls unlike other irons this size. I noticed that it does not smoke much even at high heat and I only run my hair through the plates once to get it straight, shiny and soft. I really love this flat iron and I hope it holds up for a long time, but even if it does'nt, with Folicas prices and discounts, I'll just buy another one.posted Nov 19, 2011Link to this post
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MirnaHairMedium BrownCurly Hair
Amazing!This flat iron i´ts a miracle maker, leaves my hear super smooth and flat, I love it, I have a Sedu Pro Ionic and a Compact Revolution too and the Platform is my favorite!posted Oct 14, 2011Link to this post
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SharonHairNormal Hair
My Little Secret :)I have had this flat iron for over 4 years and I use it pretty much every day. It works wonders! Make sure you get the platform, its better than the technique (and has temperature controls).
I keep wanting to order another one just to try something new (I'm obsessed with hair products and tools), but I just keep going back to ol' faithful because it still works and is the PERFECT flat iron.
You won't regret buying it.posted Sep 23, 2011Link to this post -
BianqaHairDark BrownDry HairCurly HairColor Treated HairFine or Thin HairThick or Coarse Hair
Cool Looks, Cool TricksI originally had a Chi flat iron but had to put it down as it was literally frying off my ends and breaking my hair :( So I went on a SERIOUS search to find out what would be a better, but not ridiculously expensive flat iron. Enter Folica.com I chose the FHI Platform because of it's exceptional materials (ceramic AND tourmaline) and because it had temperature controls (yay!) and with my discount code was only about $100.
I have EXTREMELY thick but fine naturally VERY curly hair (super thick but fine hair, 3c type). Generally it is a nightmare to straighten. but this flat iron did a phenomenal job. It glides easily down my hair, no snagging or pulling. Gets hot fast and STAYS that way. Using the comb chad method it completely straightens my hair. So much so that I have been able to cut out blow drying (when I have the time to wait for my hair to air dry) and just flat iron saving my hair the added heat. And also because when I blow dry my hair it just turns into a huge fro. I have the 1 inch because I like the versatility of a smaller iron (can curl my hair as well) and it can get close to my edges. Also I have highlights in the front and this iron did not strip or fade the color of them. It gets my hair completely straight on 370F (and ~330 in the front where my curls are looser)
I would recommend this product 1000%
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RomennaRaleigh, NCHairDark BrownThick or Coarse Hair
Great For My 4b/c Natural/transitioning HairI have had this iron for at least 6 years when ceramic irons came on the scene for haircare pro's in this area. I was very interested in using less chemical and was told that this could help to prolong the times between relaxer touchups. My beautician used it on clients and sold it as well. I have purchased and havent looked back. Two years ago, I stopped getting relaxers and have been transitioning. I do use a straightening comb before using the FHI, and I still stand by it as a great iron. This flat iron is as strong as the day I purchased it and my logos have not fallen off.posted Aug 29, 2011Link to this post
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TammieAtlantaHairDark BrownDry HairCurly HairThick or Coarse Hair
This Iron Is The Truth!I got this iron in 2005... and still use it! I'm an official kitchentician so I use the iron on myself and 4 long-time clients! It's smooth, heats well, straightens fabulously and again... I'VE HAD IT SIX YEARS!!! I have natural hair and I like the flexibility of either straightening or wearing it natural. Many irons will leave your hair permanently straightened... so when I visit the stylist I take the FHI Iron with me. No titanium for me! My little folica signs in the hinges fell out within a few months - but it did not effect the iron at all. It's a great investment!posted Aug 9, 2011Link to this post
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ChelseaChicago, ILHairDark BrownDry HairThick or Coarse Hair
Not Impressed (grade: B / B -)let me start off by saying my hair is 3b (mixed: blk and white) and i live in chicago where its not really that humid. i have been using the bio ionic one pass and chi rocket dryer with pretty good results. after reading all the outstanding reviews from the other black customers i thought this one wud be better for me. 1. its vry lgihtweight and heated up fast. 2. i turned it on (after washig, conditioning and using chi silk infusion) and set the temperature to 370. i took a small section and flat ironed it like i usually do but the result was..... barely there. there was barely a change from the blow dry to the straightened chunk of hair. i examined it to make sure i was using it right. i know how to use a flat iron, its pretty simple so i knew it wasnt something wrong with me. i went over it agen and it was good, but not amazing. 3. i shrugged it off and kept going and the result was ok. i took out my bio ionic on some pieces that were still left and used it. the result was much better. so 2 pieces, side by side, the FHI failed, and i really wasnt expecting that. after i did almost my whole head with the FHI, the result was just ehhh. the only reason i think it was even that good was bc i used some new hair oil (Dabur Vatika coconut oil) and i think that gave me the great result, and NOT the FHI. Overall, i was very disappointed. i really thought this was gonna be my dream iron and it was just lackluster. Maybe it works well for othr reviewers but im posting this just so that everyone knows that it doesn't work for all.posted Jul 24, 2011Link to this post
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