I got my first Chi flat iron about 3 years ago.  It was very expensive at the time but it was well worth it.   I have been straightening my hair for over 35 years and was amazed how it left my hair smooth and shiny. 

I was a bit disappointed on how long it lasted and dont really understand the life of a flat Iron but I go through about 1 a year and then it eventually starts to loose its effectiveness and then all of a sudden it just dies.  But since my first purchase they are available in stores not just in beauty supply stores and salons.  The average price now is about $129.00 and can...