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WHAT MORE COULD A GIRL ASK FOR?
Reviewer: Gwendolyn from
Charlotte, NC 8/30/2008
I just ordered the Maxiglide a few days ago; I received it yesterday. Since I was 100% new to it I tried it on heat setting 2 and I didn't see much of a result. But, I wanted to test out the temperatures to see which one was right and safe for my hair. I tried it again today on heat setting 4 for my thick hair. I was so surprised at the results. I am an African American female with the kinky, thick, nappy hair that gets to the point where you can't even get a comb through it after it has been washed and dried and currently it is rebuilding from a lot of damage due to chemical relaxers and color. I DON'T HAVE A CLUE ABOUT THE MAXIGLIDE RIPPING PEOPLE'S HAIR OUT. The maxiglide was nothing but easy to use and gentle on my hair; I could count the few strands of hair that came out with the glides. I watched the dvd and followed the directions, and if you do that you will never go back to an ordinary flat iron again. Previously, I had been using a ceramic flat iron from Hot Tools and it worked alright but, I had to add a lot of grease and oils to my hair to get the healthy shiny look. However, with Maxiglide I just added a small amount of carrot oil and I glided away. I had body and bounce when I had finished and my hair felt soft and smooth at the root just like if I had a relaxer but, I don't. I've been all natural for over a year; I usually do my own hair (wash, air dry, blow dry, flat iron, and style). My advice for potential buyers of the Maxiglide: ----- 1. Don't pay too much attention to all the negative comments about this product that you see posted (ripping out hair, breaking off hair, burning hair etc...) Any product can rip out your hair if YOU have the temperature too high or if you squeeze or do a rush job. I have burned/broke some of my hair out before with a hot comb but, that was not because it was a bad hot comb, it was because I had the temperature too high for my hair. This is the mistake that others must be making. 2. When you get the Maxiglide watch the dvd and follow the directions and take your time until you get comfortable with this product. If you only have 15 minutes to spare then don't use the Maxiglide or if you are already frustrated with your hair then don’t work on it with the maxiglide until you calm down. Again personal experience—I have had braids before and while taking them out I have just got frustrated lost my patience and started yanking the comb through my hair trying to hurry up and get done but, hey it doesn’t make that the braider’s fault. 3. Use the steam function. I must have had to refill the blue water reserve about 5-6 times while doing my hair to get a better result. If the Maxiglide slows down while you are gliding and seems to be stuck in your hair, stop use the steam function and go back to the root and use the steam all the way down the piece of hair and it will be perfect. I did not have to run the Maxiglide through the same piece of hair more than twice at all. So, go ahead purchase the Maxiglide and if you purchase it and decide that you like less manageability from your hair then you can always return it within 30 days. I have been in the mirror since I finished using the maxiglide so you read between the lines. Glides by G.
Don't own 1 but loves it...
Reviewer: mother4 from
albany,ny 8/25/2008
I don't own one but i really love this flat iron.My friend who is also a hairdresser uses this in my hair and it does it extremely well,my hair is curly but im black and i use to rock a perm which i haven't done in over a year and this iron did wonders to my hair and i intend on getting one...im about to order 1 after im done writing my review but i really love it and by the way some people say that their hair isn't curly anymore mine still is and my hairdresser got really long naturally curly hair and its still curly when she wants it that way.Iguess everyone's experience is different but i had A GREAT ONE NO COMPLAINS HERE.
for those that don't know how to use the Maxiglide
Reviewer: Jennifer from
8/15/2008
I have read numerous reviews and can not believe the people that say their hair is damaged and being pulled out. First of all you have to set the heat setting for your hair type, or you will damage your hair....any and hair straightener product will tell you this. Second if your hair was being pulled out your were applying to much pressure to the plates. The Maxiglide is designed so that you can apply as little or as much pressure to the plates as needed to "comb" through the hair....a simple hair brush will pull hair out of head !!!! I use this flat iron on my daughter and it is the only flat iron that I can use on her hair because of the thickness and curliness of her hair. The plates with the little "combs" on it glide through her hair and it takes me half the time with the Maxiglide than it does with traditional flat plates. After 2years her hair has never been damaged because of it, we are only buying a new one because our puppy chewed the cord on the one we currently have.
Simply the BEST flat iron out there
Reviewer: Amy from
South Jersey, NJ 6/16/2008
I have been using the Maxiglide well over 3 years now and I must say that it truly is the most amazing flat iron there is! I use to spend lots of money on my weekly hair salon visit (for both myself and my daughter), but that is a thing of the past because with this flat iron I can do my own hair! I need NO help what so ever! Anyone who says that their hair is still puffy or frizzy simply isn't using the correct technique... I have very curly/kinky hair and I had the same exact problem when I first started using the Maxiglide but once I learned how to use it, forget it - NOTHING compares!!! I've had the Chi and many other flat irons that fry your hair, that hasn't happened once in 3 years! Everyone is always complimenting me on my hair and I can't begin to tell you how many of these my friends have bought based on my recommedations and I must say that not one has regret it! I know you won't either! Just take your time and practice... You know what they say, "Practice makes Perfect"! Once you figure out the best way to work it for your hair, trust me you'll never regret it!!!! :)
4 months later
Reviewer: Nicole Rambone from
NJ 6/9/2008
It has been four months now and it seems I am using the Maxiglide on everyone from my sister, my nephews and anyone else. It still works great but the only complaint I have is the water holder can leak a bit. Anyway, I still love it and it has saved my daughter and myself much and time and money. Thanks Maxiglide, Nicole & Gabby in NJ
Very Impressed
Reviewer: AB from
Washington D.C. 5/13/2008
This flat iron did a GREAT job on my transitioning hair. I have not had a relxer since last Sept (2007) and my new growth is very coarse. I watched the DVD for tips. One glide through my hair with no pressure was very efficient. The maxiglide does all the work. I recommend this product to ANYONE who has a difficult time achieving the bone straight bouncy look that they desire! See my before & after pics.
Nothing's better
Reviewer: J T Moyer from
Greensboro, NC 27406 5/12/2008
This flat iron works wonders. It's my second one of this type and I love it
MONEY N TIME SAVER
Reviewer: BRYANNA from
RICHMOND,VA 5/9/2008
Hello! My name is Crisslie. There's a pic of me already so i decided to show my daughters pics. She is only 4 years old and she loves it. Any blow dryer would keep her hair puffy and frizzy looking, but as u can see maxi-glide does the job. I use to spend too much money trying to straighten out her long hair, but now I do it and it's done in half the time. Thank you MAXI-GLIDE!
LOVE IT
Reviewer: Leighann from
Toronto, Ontario 5/4/2008
I have fine hair with a slight wave and I've never found a better product. I find that most straightener's leave my hair somewhat frizzy on the ends and it's never "hollywood" straight (I've used endless straightener's that ranged from cheap to super expensive) and I can honestly say it's the BEST product I've ever purchased (the extra products really do help so PURCHASE them, the sirums). It is a bit heavy so if you have VERY thick or curly hair it may take awhile to finish your whole head & your arms may get tired. Watch the DVD and make sure that you follow the instruction so that you don't burn yourself with the steam (BEST PART of the produt). I may buy one for my sister as her birthday present as she has similar hair to mine but a bit thicker (I have fine hair but a LOT of it, she has thicker hair but not a TON of it like me & both of us have a wave).
MaxiGlide Review
Reviewer: anonymous from
Massachusetts 4/30/2008
This is the best hair straightener I have owned. It takes a few days to get used to but once you do it's amazing. I have received multiple comments that my hair looks fantastic since I bought it. Even my hairdresser (a top notch salon in Boston) commented that the new "straight" look was fantastic. The product is easy to use, heats up quickly and does not leave indents in the hair as other straighteners and irons can sometimes do. I have very fine hair and this product works so well on it. I highly recommend it in conjunction with a protective hair product such as Simply Straight. The only drawback is it is so heavy in weight.
