If you want a travel straightener that checks every box without breaking the bank, this is it. The BaByliss Pro 1″ Nano Titanium is lightweight, gets the job done well, and is slim enough to slip into virtually any bag. It comes in three different sizes—we tested the 1″—and leaves hair smooth, silky, and frizz-free. It was favored among others we tested because it’s the lightest, can create gorgeous beachy waves, and has five temperature settings to help control for fine strands.
Glamour’s Kilkeary says:
This is probably one of the most straightforward, easy straighteners I’ve ever used, and I’d highly recommend it if you’re new to straightening your hair on the regular. There are five heat settings—I usually switch mine on to the middle temps since I have fine strands—and the plates heat up extremely quickly. My hair overall looks much silkier after using this one, and I’ve been repeatedly reaching for it whenever I wake up with bedhead. —A.M.K.
- Pros: Extremely lightweight; five heat settings reaching up to 450°F
- Cons: Coating on the plates can wear over time with heavy use
- Size: 1″ plates (also available in 1.5″ and 2″)
- Voltage: Dual
Best for Short Hair: GHD Unplugged Styler
Original video from Daley Quinn testing the ghd Unplugged Styler
The GHD Unplugged Styler is one of the most travel-friendly straighteners, and the USB-C charging is a genius touch. Instead of worrying about voltage converters or adapter plugs, you can charge it directly from a hotel USB port, your laptop, or even your car. If you don’t have a USB port nearby, don’t worry—this pick also features dual voltage and is the perfect companion for international travel. It’s cordless, flight-friendly, and compact enough to slide into your bag without much thought. While it does only offer a single heat setting, it’s set to 365° which is suitable for most hair types but might be a little hot on finer strands, making it better for thicker hair types.