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Flat Iron Tips: Beware of Fake ghd Straighteners

| July 29, 2010 | 6 Comments

Authentic ghd straighteners are essential for smooth and sleek hair.

Constructed using special ceramic plates that feature non-stick surfaces, these flat irons are used regularly by the seasoned hairstylist and the novice at-home beautician.

While fake ghd flat-iron and curling irons are sold via the Internet and by unscrupulous street vendors, bargain-hunting ghd curling iron purists need tips to find the real deal.

For hairstyles that mimic the star style of your favorite celebrity, use these tips to identify the authentic flat irons and curling irons from the fake ones.

  1. Purchase ghd straighteners  from an authorized retailer. When in doubt of authenticity, check the website. Use their website analyzer to find an authentic product outlet or online store.
  2. Check for authentic ghd styler clues. A real iron will be shipped from the manufacturer with a power adaptor, have metal hinges and include an instruction booklet with tips on how to use the product safely.
  3. Beware of buying ghd irons online. Dishonest sellers on eBay and countless replica ghd websites sell fake products watches daily.
  4. Identify proof of purchase. Vendors are reselling ghd straighteners online. Check identifying serial numbers, the date the iron was purchased and where the transaction took place. Call the store to verify the purchase and authenticity of the product.
  5. Register your iron online. You can input your serial number on the official ghd website. If you bought a fake product, the website’s database will not recognize the fake serial number. And the registration for the two-year warranty will not complete.
  6. Look at the price ghd stylers; They are not cheap. If you see a price advertised 50 to 60 percent below the average retail price, this product is a fake.
  7. Beware of faulty products. Fake ghd straighteners may look identical to the real thing, but they can malfunction within a few uses, damage hair beyond repair and may burn your skin due to the use of faulty materials.Visit the official ghd website before you make an online purchase, to make sure that your flat iron or curling iron is authentic.
Looking for authentic ghd products online? Search Amazon for low-priced ghd resellers:

GHD Professional GHD Pink Set- Pink Limited Edition Complete Box Set

  • Limited edition pink ghd IV styler for unbeatable styling
  • Includes heat-resistant styler pouch, hairbrush and two sectioning clips
  • Turns off automatically if left unattended for 30 minutes
  • Rounder barrel for curls, flicks, waves and the perfect straight
  • Universal voltage for worldwide use
  • Advanced ceramic heaters and aluminium plates
  • Includes limited edition pink GHD IV styler, heat-resistant styler pouch, hairbrush, 2 x sectioning clips and versatile tote bag to hold your hair and beauty essentials


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  1. Kathrine Farinella says:

    My partner and I really enjoyed reading this post, I was just wondering do you ever trade featured articles or blog posts? I am constantly in need of someone to make trades with and simply thought I’d ask.

  2. Micheale says:

    Yeah, I bought a fake ghd straightener and flat iron on ebay. It broke after the third time I used it.

  3. ghd hair lover says:

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  4. Veronika says:

    Hi , i just bought hot tools curling iron . 1-1/2″ Professional Spring Iron for longer hair and creating extra-large, loose curls and waves , and yes i seen those on ebay and stuff but they were to cheap to believe that they are real , so i went to the actual beauty store for one , but problem is that beauty store is located in downtown of Hamilton Canada . i was going to buy it on mountain but i wanted so badly that i end it up there . anyway the seller give it to me for $80 and the box is kinda old looking , and it doesnt have actual F or C but it show number from 1 to 10 how hot it is . and aso my hair kinda burn while i do my hair , and its doest really make any curls, i supposed to hold it for 10sec and should be some result but no im holding atleast for 50 sec in order to see so little. is that possible that actual beauty store could sold me a fake? btw ( the salon looks like gengsta salon ) :( any help would be appreciated .

  5. Katty Stepman says:

    It was extremely interesting for me to read that blog about fake ghd straighteners. Thanx for it. I like such topics and anything that is connected to buying these flat irons. I definitely want to read more soon.

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