Chi for less than $200

So I'm not big on putting heat to my hair, but I would be telling a lie if I said that I will never get it flat ironed again (I've had it done only twice over almost 2 yrs and 10 months). Besides that is the only way I really trim my ends.

Why: A.) the cost of a salon visit  B.) the thought of heat damage (...Beyond the Zone is a great heat protection spray, fyi).

I decided to do a little research on the best flat ironing tool and the Chi kept popping up, but that price wasn't rolling down. I waited for a very long time and honestly didn't think much of buying a flat iorn for a while. Yesterday 10/30/2011 I just so happen to be taking a Sunday stroll into a gem called Ulta Beauty. If you are not into make up, nail polish and such this store may change your mind...its kind of a big deal.

To the Point!
Well most Chi's I've seen have been $200, Ulta had some for $149, but for whatever reason there was a stand with $99.00  Ultra Chi's (Ulta Exclusive).

Pros:

  Tourmaline ceramic
Cheaper Price
Cute (yeah that matters) mine is pink with poka dots, but they had different kinds
Comes with a bag to store it in
About a 1" which I think is better for ringlet hair like mine
Less damaging to the hair
Ulta gave me and extra 20% off (thanks!)

Cons:
More than what I would usually pay for a hair item (but when you add up salon visits, it pays for it self so...yeah)
THERE ISN'T A TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT!

My over all choice, I'm getting my money back. I know I have more pros listed than cons, but that second con out weights all the pros for me. I'm excited about having a Chi, but more excited about not burning my hair off.

If your cool with not having the ability to adjust your heat then go for it, but I would feel better if I could adjust mine. I'm not so sure Lola (my hair) would appreciate a random high heat. Ugh, disappointing, but back to the drawing board. I read that a flat iron called "Hana," is suppose to be better...its also more than $200 yikes.
*This is a picture of a random flat iron and bag...not a chi (that I know of).

Be Fierce, Be Fine, Better You...Whyknot?

V.Curls