Selected Reviews
AAAWWESOMMMME!!!
Reviewer: Brook Lynn-Marie from
NY, NY, USA 11/20/2009
Ok so I went to the hair salon back in 2005. It was the day of my graduation from hs and I wanted a different look. I told the hair stylist Savi to cut my hair short like Halle Berry, the only issue with that was my hair wasn't relaxed so it was very thick and coarse. I was skeptical about how the cut would turn out since my hair wasn't relaxed. Needless to say, it came out PERFECT!!! She used the Maxiglide to straighten it and I swear my hair came out sily smooth like a fresh relaxer! I loved it. I wanted to buy it but it was too expensive at the time. Till this day I still rave on and on about this little iron. It does a terrific job guys so if anyone is seriously contemplating on getting a flat iron and they have short hair--this item is perfect! It straightens perfectly and doesn't 1) burn and damage your hair 2) frizz out your hair. With this iron, it honestly doesn't matter what hair type you have because it works well on all hair types. If it could work on my hair (which is veeerrryy hard to straighen and frizzes out the second after you straighten it) then it can work on any hair type. I just wished Maxius had a flat iron exactly like this one but for longer hair. I mean they have one for longer hair but its massive and uses steam :-/ 1) I need like a 1 3/4 one, Anything bigger than that is too big and 2) I don't think steam will work too well with my hair. Any suggestions guys? Brook Lynn-Marie Mitchell
Miniglide
Reviewer: Cola from
Atlanta, GA 6/1/2009
I just received my Miniglide today and couldn't wait to use it...it didn't take long to get hot, and i only use it on edges (hairline), and it worked perfectly. I found out about it through my beautician she uses it along w/the Maxiglide on my hair, and w/both my hair gets so straight I was so supprised that she acheived this w/out using a pressing comb. I ordered the maxiglide(waiting on it)and can't wait to have all the things I need so I won't have to go the the Beaut as much; I can't say it enough Miniglide is off the charts, and you can put it so close to get those edges smooth and the way its made, it protects your skin, cause we have all had the pressing comb brand.....anyways LOVE IT! Also those that are complaining about it...PLEASE READ...it is ONLY for your EDGES (Hairline), and maybe u can use it on the ends, do not I repeat DO NOT use on your entire head, that is why the Maxiglide was made.
Gets the job done
Reviewer: Lorrain from
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 3/25/2009
I am African-American female that has owned my Mini for a number of years. I recieved it free when I purchased the MAXI. There are no chemicals on my hair and was using a pressing comb and oven prior to purchasing the Mini. With the Mini and the Maxi I can do my hair in half the time it took me to press my hair. The Mini is great for touch ups. I use it on my edges and the back of my neck to keep my hair looking fresh. I have recommended this product to several family members and friends and they have not been disappointed. Its great on trips too. You can't carry a pressing comb and oven around with you (takes up too much space).
YOU SIMPLY MUST GET THIS!!!
Reviewer: Rix from
New York City 2/27/2009
Okay let me just rave about this little iron........ it looks small but it PACKS A PUNCH! it heats up super hot but the temps are controllable via a little wheel controller. the hot plates (that have little combing pins) are very smooth and will glide through thin to average hair types {for thick hair and african american hair it takes a very slow hand and being very careful not to pull and pluck out the hair} If you wear hair extensions, weaves, or if you chemically straighten your hair: YOU MUST GET THIS because it gets down to those areas of natural hair to straighten them between touchups. It will make those roots look GORGEOUS!. This is soooo perfect for short hair because of it's very short plates. it also has a rounded kind of barrel that allows you to make a flip or even a curl. it's super sturdy and doesn't break and has a BRIGHT LED power light that's very pretty and can be seen from afar. an added bonus is that the cord swivels so that it doesn't get knotted
Delivery was perfect.
Reviewer: Paul from
Long Beach, CA 2/24/2008
It came actually earlier than I expect it. The product is wonderful. I love it. When it comes to get my braids done,I don't have to worry about my hair not being straight enough. Thanks again.
Great For My Short, Spiky Hair
Reviewer: Penelope from
Malibu, California 2/8/2008
I borrowed a skinny, smooth straightener when traveling and realized it was much more efficient and effective for my very short hair than the regular-sized straightener I was using. After considerable research I purchased the Miniglide because it has teeth that comb the hair as it straightens. It heats fast and straightens my short hair fast, efficiently and effectively. It's conveniently small size fits into my traveling toiletry bag easily. I absolutely love it. It is the best one I have used for my purposes.
superfine for fine hair
Reviewer: Amanda from
2/5/2010
My hair is babyfine but thick, and since it's processed and has a bit of a natural wave, I get frizzies and bumps. So I use my TIGI dryer with negative ions (straight down and with tension on a paddle brush), spritz on a little Matrix Vavoom Gold Heat and just go over the top layer, bangs and the ends with the Miniglide to get super shiny, ultra straight hair. Bonus for not having to clamp down really tight. I dig the teeth too, but I can see how someone with curls or coarse hair wouldn't.
I Like it
Reviewer: Antoinette from
New Orleans, La 12/26/2008
I got this flat iron as bonus when I brought the maxiglide a while back. I'm a license cosmetologist and I use this flat iron for around the edges. Sometimes it hard to get around the hairline straight because it so short. By this flat iron being so small and having "teeth" it gets those edges straight. It's not something I would use for someone's whole head even if their hair is short but I think its great for edges and little touch ups
Effective for Ethnic & Textured Hair
Reviewer: Transcendental Venus from
Kansas of all places 5/20/2008
Just recieved this today, and as usual when I receive a new package from the handsome UPS guy, my heart races with excitement and anticipation, and I tear through the packaging like a kid opening my first new toy! PROS: For us ethnic goddesses and those of us with a lil more texture at the roots, this is great for getting right on the scalp and straightening roots because theres no worry about scalp burning. I actually prefer this over a hot-comb/pressing-comb anytime for quick bumps & touch-ups. This is also worked well at combing through and smoothing frizzy ends, unlike most flat-irons. Don't forget a thermal protecting cream/spray etc. CONS: Besides being a lil too small for my taste, The only real product flaw is there is NO temperature control, so be very careful with your ends, especially newbies.
This iron is for TOUCH-UPS!!
Reviewer: Te Marie from
Cali. 4/23/2008
The ladies giving this iron a bad review really need to go back and read the productsÂ’ description. This iron is to be used as a TOUCH-UP, AFTER youÂ’ve already straightened you hair (hopefully with the MaxiGlide). For that reason alone, I think this is a great product. I use it after I workout; because I sweat a lot, the hair around my face needs to be re-straightened. I deducted a star because there is no temperature control and I have no idea how hot the iron actually is.
