Picture this, you’ve (pre)checked in to your flight, your suitcase is open on the floor in front of you and now you’ve got the arduous (and downright cutthroat) task of deciding what goes and what stays. Yep, packing for a trip is truly the most exciting and of course, stressful time. And if you’re anything like us, your beauty routine – we’re talking skin, hair and body – takes up half a suitcase in its own right. Let alone the tools we need!
So, how do you decide what makes the cut? And are multiple eyeshadow palettes too much? Okay silly question, they never could be. But what about the bulky hair tools? Surely they can’t come, right? Well what if we told you that sacrificing space to bulky strand-styling tools was a thing of the past? Because we’ve found the best travel straighteners on the market to go straight into your suitcases…
2024’s Top 3 Travel Straighteners
- Silver Bullet Straightener Mini, $39.95, Adore Beauty
- Dyson Corrale Hair Straightener, $699, Myer
- Lady Jayne Salon Pro Rechargeable 2 In 1 Hair Styler, $99, Priceline
Silver Bullet Straightener Mini
From $39.95 at Adore Beauty
If sacrificing your usual level of strand-styling quality is a thought that would never even cross your mind, then let us introduce you to the mini-yet-mighty Silver Bullet Mini Straightener. This gloriously high-quality option still falls under ‘budget’ hair care in our eyes, so don’t be surprised if we start stocking up to keep them in various locations. Their dual voltage circuit means that this compact mini is perfect for travel-bug bitten beauties.
Key features:
- Ceramic plate design
- Rapid heat up
- Dual voltage circuit, perfect for travel
Available at:
- $39.95 from Adore Beauty
- $31.96 (usually $39.95) from Oz Hair and Beauty
- $34.95 (usually $47.95) from AMR Hair and Beauty
Dyson Corrale Hair Straightener
From $699 at Myer
Whenever hair styling is involved, Dyson isn’t far away. Why? Because they just know what we’ll need next. With multiple heat settings, the chic cordless Corrale straightener will have you bowing down to its jam-packed yet convenient design. With an innovative heat control design (think: consistency and monitoring), the straightener has multiple heat control settings, ensuring all hair types are able to benefit. Of course when it comes to heat- styling your strands, damage is never far behind. That’s why Dyson have integrated flexing plates, which allows your strands to gather, resulting in less heat damage (and flyaway frizz) overall.
Key features:
- Intelligent heat control
- Engineered for ergonomic styling balance
- Flexing plates for less heat damage
Available at:
- $549 (usually $699) from Myer
- $549 (usually $699) from Adore Beauty
- $699 from Dyson
Lady Jayne Salon Pro Rechargeable 2 In 1 Hair Styler
From $99 at Priceline
This latest arrival from the experts in hair (AKA Lady Jayne) is going to become your fave go-to styler. Don’t believe us? Our trusted Trial Team rated it 4 out 5 stars and even our own editor is a total convert. Its innovative USB-C charging means you can literally take this styler with you wherever you go. And if sleek, frizz-free strands aren’t enough, this wand even offers the convenience of a rounded barrel. Which means, yep, curls are coming your way.
Want to read more? Read Lady Jayne Salon Pro Rechargeable 2 In 1 Hair Styler Reviews here…
Key features:
- USB-C rechargeable
- Digital LED heat control
- Limitless styling with rounded outer casting
Available at:
- $99 from Priceline
- $84.99 (usually $99.99) from Chemist Warehouse
Cloud Nine The Original Cordless Iron
From $399 at Adore Beauty
With a mentality to work smarter not hotter, this cordless straightener has a range of temperatures to ensure every hair type has their ideal styling temperature covered. With no- snag plates and Axial Vibration™ technology, this straightener is here to feed your locks through without the risk of any added damage (thank you ‘revive mode’). Never have that awful ‘did I turn my straightener off?!’ feeling again with a (genuinely life-saving) auto-off setting after a 30 minute hibernation period.
Want to read more? Read Cloud Nine The Original Cordless Iron Reviews here…
Key features:
- Axial Vibration™ technology helps to revive hair
- Quick charging
- 30 minute hibernation period
Available at:
- $399 from Adore Beauty
- $399 from Oz Hair and Beauty
- $399 from Shaver Shop
ghd Unplugged® Cordless Hair Straightener
From $500 at ghd
Can ghd do any wrong? At this point we’re all but convinced they can’t. Because this cordless straightener is here to solve our sleek strand desiring needs. With smooth rounded plates and a compact size, ghd’s cordless straightener has made it into our list of travel must-haves. Styling your strands at a (hair-optimal) 185 degrees, this clever compact straightener features a smart battery level indicator. PS. it only weighs 300 grams, so you’ll have plenty more room in your suitcase for even more eyeshadow palettes.
Want to read more? Read ghd Unplugged® Cordless Hair Straightener Reviews here…
Key features:
- Smart battery indicator level
- 20 minutes of cordless styling
- Hybrid co-lithium battery
Available at:
- $375 (usually $500) from ghd
- $500 from Adore Beauty
- $399 from Shaver Shop
What straightener is good for travel?
Finding space in your tetris-level packed suitcase (or hand luggage depending on the straightener) can be the ultimate test. Do you get rid of a few steps in your skin care routine, or even sacrifice a pair of shoes? Both sound like devastating decisions to make. So finding a mini-yet-mighty straightener or even one without a bulky cord can save valuable space in your luggage. Because at the end of the day, sleek strands are still an essential, wherever you are.
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Do you take your whole hair care routine with you when you travel? What’s your top beauty essential when travelling?
Great idea, I love travel kits
A cordless straightener would be nice!
Yes easy to use as well
What a great idea!
These all look great, it would be nice to know how heavy they are if wanting to take them travelling??
Don’t think they would weight much Normap
I like to pack light, so I might take a mini container filled withSorbolene & use that as face cream, body lotion & eye makeup remover (yes, it stings my eyes, but it does the job). I will even use it on the ends of my hair.
My must-haves are mascara & liquid eyeliner, a few lippies, & an eyeshadow palette. I’ll use tinted sunscreen instead of foundation.
The mini straighteners are a great idea for travel.
When I traveI go very light with a good shampoo and conditioner.
Great travel kits
I always take my straightener with me when travelling but I also have a heated brush I can take with me if just for 3 days to make bag lighter.
Nice to have the option, but personally, I couldn’t be bothered. I don’t even pack my hairdryer when I go away.
Very handy to have a travel size.
Sounds lovely
Not sure if I’d need one
I cannot be bothered travelling with one of these.
Always like travel sizes
I try and not take too many things when I travel as the bag gets heavy.
I have a Luna mini straightener which is perfect for my short hair when travelling. I also have mini sized skincare products, but I always take my hairdryer because I can never trust the ones provided in hotels or on cruise ships.
I tend not to take any tools when I travel.
I’m happy with my wavy hair so wouldn’t use these
I only travel with my makeup bag, i don’t style my hair on holiday to try and enjoy it more and just relax
Great suggestions here. But i am lazy to take everything with me when travels.