These mini hair straighteners make styling on-the-go an absolute breeze

When it comes to hair styling on-the-go, nothing truly beats the charm of mini hair straighteners. They can easily help you achieve a salon-worthy look all the while being small enough to bring with you wherever you go. So if you have an upcoming holiday but don’t have enough extra space in your luggage to pack a full-sized collection of hair tools, you might want to consider equipping yourself with a mini hair straightener.

The best part? Mini flat irons have come a looong way in recent years. From devices that boast ceramic-coated plates, titanium plates, fast heat-up times and keratin and coconut-infused technology, there are tons of easy styling options out there to choose from. Oh, and did we mention that some of them are cordless as well?

Best mini hair straighteners at a glance – our top picks:

1. Best mini hair straightener overall: ghd Mini Styler, WAS £149 NOW £126.65, LookFantastic
2. Best affordable mini hair straightener: Stylocks Mini Hair Straightener, WAS £19.99 NOW £14.78, Amazon
3. Best cordless mini hair straightener: BaByliss 9000 Cordless Straightener, WAS £200 NOW £100, LookFantastic
4. Best premium mini hair straightener: Dyson Corrale Cord-Free Straightener, WAS £399.99 NOW £299.99, Boots

Stylocks Mini Hair Straightener

BaByliss 9000 Cordless Straightener

Dyson Corrale Cord-Free Straightener

Mini straighteners are also getting smarter and smarter by the day. For instance, take the BaByliss 9000 Cordless Straightener, which offers a patented micro heating matrix that provides even heat distribution to every lock. Or the Dyson Corrale Cord-Free Straightener, which uses flexing manganese copper alloy plates that use less heat to style your hair, reducing frizz and flyaways while also minimising the risk of heat damage.

How do you know if a mini hair straightener is right for you? Well, their narrow plates are generally ideal for those with short hair as well as hair that’s thin or medium in texture. For those with long hair or thick hair, it’s recommended to stick to normal-sized styling irons in order to minimise the time spent on straightening.

But if you’re after precise styling, mini hair straighteners are the way to go. They allow you to get up-close and personal with your roots and can even be easier to manoeuvre (given that most of them are just about the size of your hand) in order to create nearly every look imaginable. And yes, we’re talking everything from silky straight strands to beach waves, Hollywood-style waves and so much more.

To help you make a more informed decision, we’ve put together a full edit of all the best mini hair straighteners that are suitable for short hair and have a compact size that lends itself well to travel. We’ve made sure to include a variety of options from respected brands such as BaByliss, Dyson, ghd and more to suit every budget and preference. Enjoy.

Looking for more hair care content? Check out our guides for the best shampoos and conditioners, best dry shampoo, best hair straighteners, best hair dryers and the best hair brushes. And remember to take a look at our other electrical hair tools including the best curling wands and tongs as well as the best hot air brushes.

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