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• Set the desired temperature using the temperature setting selector (+ and - buttons).
We recommend using a lower temperature for fine, bleached and/or damaged hair,
and a higher temperature for curly, thick and/or difficult-to-style hair. As each hair type
is different, we recommend that you start with the lowest heat setting first. You can
gradually increase the heat setting with each successive use, if needed. Refer to the
table below as a guide:
Temperature
Hair type
150 – 170 °C
Green LED - Yellow LED
Fine, bleached and/or
damaged hair
170 – 210 °C
Yellow LED - Red LED
Normal, coloured and/or
wavy hair
210 – 230 °C
Red LED
Thick and/or very curly hair
• The
LED
indicator light blinks until the selected temperature has been reached.
To straighten hair: We recommend you activate the steam function using the steam
function button (1). The steam function LED indicator (2) lights up. The steam feature
is instant, you can start straightening your hair right away. Take up a section about 5
cm wide and place it between the 2 heating plates, near the roots of your hair. Close
the appliance and keep the plates closed by using your other hand, while taking care
not to touch the plates with your hands. Slowly slide the appliance down the whole
section of hair from the roots to the tips (Fig. 2). Repeat several times if necessary and
repeat this step around the head.
• Let the hair cool down before you comb it.
• After use, switch off and unplug the appliance. • Allow the unit to cool before storing.
To curl the hair: you must first deactivate the steam function to properly curl your
hair. We also recommend that you curl your hair without first straightening it. Take
up a section about 2 to 4 cm wide and place it between the 2 heating plates, near the
roots of your hair. Turn the appliance 180° or 360° inwards or outwards, depending on
the desired effect (Fig. 3). Slowly slide the straightener in a continuous fashion down
the entire section of hair, from the roots to the tips, using your other hand to keep
the plates firmly closed around the hair (Fig. 4-5). Remove the straightener and twist
the section with your fingers so that it falls into its natural position (Fig. 6). Repeat if
necessary. You may wish to set the curls using a light misting of hairspray.
Several curling methods are available depending on the desired type of curl. Refer to
the table below for more details.
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