I have naturally wavy hair that I either love or hate, depending on the day. More often than not I hate it and want it to be straight, so it’s essential for me to have a good flat iron that I can use on a daily basis. The one I’ve had since college still works, but I don’t feel like it works as well as it should. It takes forever to heat up, it pulls my hair out, and I have to go over the same pieces of hair more than once to get them straight. It’s just not effective to say that least.
After doing a little research, I found that KQC makes a high-quality tourmaline and ceramic flat iron called the X-Heat. Flat Iron Experts rates it as one of the best, so I decided that I had to try one out for myself!
Flat Iron Experts sent me the 1″ KQC X-Heat Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron, along with a bottle of KQC Thermal Shine Spray (free with any KQC purchase) and a flat iron holder to try out and review. I couldn’t wait to put it all to the test!
The KQC X-Heat flat iron uses ceramic and tourmaline technology to not only protect your hair, but also to leave it smooth and shiny. The X-Heat distributes heat across the entire surface evenly, retains heat more efficiently, and eliminates damaging hot spots.
Why is ceramic better?
Ceramic emits a natural source of negative ions and far infrared heat that
1. Preserves more moisture within the hair shaft
2. Eliminates frizz and close the cuticle to create smooth and shiny hair
3. Causes less damage to the hair cuticle during styling
The KQC X-Heat has a simple design. The exterior is black and the ceramic plates are a bright red color. The X-Heat has variable heat settings ranging from 140 degrees Fahrenheit to 410 degrees Fahrenheit that you control with a temperature dial. The ceramic plates turn a deeper red when they have reached their maximum temperature, which takes just 30 seconds. The X-Heat also features a 360 degree swivel cord for easy maneuverability.
My hair before and after using the KQC X-Heat Flat Iron
I have been using the KQC X-Heat for about a month now and I love it!! It works really well on my thick, wavy hair. It only takes me about five minutes to fully straighten it, compared to ten minutes with my old flat iron. What I like most about it is it glides through my hair smoothly and easily. It never pulls my hair out and it straightens my hair the first time I go over it. My hair feels soft, shiny, and healthy after I use it.
Buy It
If you are looking for a quality flat iron, I highly recommend the KQC X-Heat! It normally retails for $249.95, but right now you can purchase it from Flat Iron Experts for $159.95.
Sherrie C.
Friday 16th of November 2012
Love the before and after pics! Looks like that flat iron really works. I'm going to have to check out Flat Iron Experts as I also have wavy hair and my current straightener works but not as well as I would like. I really need a good straightener. Thanks for the review :)