WE’RE all guilty of holding on to our trusty beauty products past their expiration date – from make-up and hairspray all the way to sponges and fake tan mitts.
But did you know that your hair straighteners expire too?
The nifty gadgets are most womens’ go-to hair device – you can smooth out any kinks and tame flyaways in one swipe.
But according to experts at styling tool brand Cloud Nine, your straighteners could be doing heaps of damage if you’ve had them too long.
“It’s important to note that the longer you use the straighteners, the greater the risk of hair damage,” Creative Ambassador Marie Nieuwoudt said.
That includes snagging strands and frying portions of your hair – no matter how much heat protector you use.
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“There are a couple of signs to look out for to know when it's time to part with your straightener,” Marie continued.
“Check if the heat plates have started lifting off the straightener's body.
“Once this happens, it can trap your hair as you straighten causing breakage.
“The temperature gauge in older straighteners can often lose accuracy meaning you can be unaware that you are burning your hair.”
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Another tell-tale sign of damaged heat tools is the heat light indicator.
If it blinks out regularly while you're using them, it might be time to get rid.
According to hair whizz Marie, you should be replacing your straighteners every two to three years to reduce the risk of hair damage.
To save your locks, Cloud Nine has launched an initiative to make you quids-in when buying a new pair.
Its trade-in service allows you to part ways with your GHD, Dyson or Cloud Nine hair straighteners for recycling… and get £60 towards a new pair for the pleasure.
The catch is that you have to invest in a Cloud Nine device.
“Open to all UK residents aged 18 and over, the trade-in service seeks to register 45% of its customers to the programme by 2025,” bosses said.
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