UPDATING MY REVIEW - Dissatisfied
UPDATED 2 weeks out... Hate to report that my device won't hold a charge. I can charge it for several hours, but then only get 1-2 uses out of it for 2-3 minutes each, for a total of less than 10 minutes (combined over 1-2 days). I wouldn't even be able to use this on bangs over a weekend without needing to recharge. Intended to use camping and sailing for the wispy curly hair around my face when we have no power. Such a bummer because it's definitely hot enough and great size for travel if you only need to use it once and in a 5-10 minute job. I read that it only has a "life" of 45-50 minutes before needing to be recharged, so I assumed 3-5 minutes per day over a few days would be feasible.<br /><br />***********I received my mini straightener yesterday. I charged it for several hours before use and tried it for the first time today.  It's travel sized and not intended to straighten a full head of thick hair every day. The heated plate is pretty small but works for my needs. I purchased this for quick touch-ups on the frizzy hair around my face that goes crazy when we're camping or on the water for a couple nights. I have fairly thin, medium-length hair and I could probably straighten most of my hair with this handy little tool - but it would probably need to be re-charged if left on for more than 20-30 minutes (the label says charge for 150 minutes to get about 30 minutes of use). It gets plenty hot and since I am only using it for 5-6 minutes each time, it should get me through a few days without needing a charge. I am glad I purchased and would recommend to anyone who needs it for travel (shorter hair) - or - just touch ups like mine.
Rating: 1 stars