Hair Care Hot comb

A hot iron comb, also widely known as a pressing comb or straightening comb, is a hair styling appliance that uses high, dry heat and tension to temporarily straighten and smooth moderate to coarse or tightly coiled hair textures.

​It is particularly valued for its ability to target the hair near the root and the hairline (edges), areas where a standard flat iron may struggle to achieve maximum straightness.

​Physical Description

​A hot iron comb consists of three main parts:

1. ​The Comb Head: This is the working end of the tool, typically made of metal (such as brass, steel, or gold-plated alloys) or ceramic-coated metal. It features a single row of sturdy teeth. The width and spacing of these teeth are often wider than a normal comb, designed to glide through thick, textured hair without snagging.

1. ​The Heating Mechanism:
   • ​Traditional (Stovetop): The metal comb head is attached to a non-heat-conducting handle (often wood or heat-resistant plastic). The comb is manually heated by placing the metal head directly onto a gas or electric stove burner or in a specialized thermal oven.
   • ​Modern (Electric): The comb head contains a powerful electric heating element. These models plug into a wall outlet and feature adjustable temperature controls (often up to 450^{\circ}\text{F} or higher), digital displays, and safety features like an automatic shut-off function.

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1. ​The Handle: Regardless of the heating method, the handle is designed to be insulated and heat-resistant to protect the user's hand.