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Hair tips, salon stories and Wanaka life — straight from the team.
Best Hair Straightener NZ 2026 — Why a Working Stylist Recommends ghd Over Everything Else
We have used every major hair straightener available in NZ on real client hair. Here is the honest, no-affiliate-link answer to which one is actually worth your money in 2026.
ghd Chronos vs Platinum+ vs Gold: Which Straightener Should You Buy?
Three excellent straighteners, three different shoppers. A working stylist breaks down ghd Chronos, Platinum+ and Gold so you buy the right one.