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NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET
NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET
NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET
NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET
NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET
NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET
NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET
NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET

NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET

NEW GIFTS WORTH R1470 LIMITED EDITION

Our best straightener for long, thick and curly hair

  • 85% larger plates¹
  • 3x faster² one-stroke styling for HD results that last 24hrs³
  • Includes exclusive accessories (worth R1470)  
Colour: black

R5 300,00

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NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET

R5 300,00

NEW GIFTS WORTH R1470 LIMITED EDITION

Wrap your hair in luxury this festive season and celebrate the joy of effortless, timeless hair with the ghd Chronos Max festive gift set, created for long, thick and curly hair. This elevated pairing features the new ghd Chronos Max professional HD motion‑responsive™ wide‑plate straightener, the All‑Rounder Paddle Brush and a sleek heat‑resistant bag.

Engineered for transformation in just one stroke, the Chronos Max features HD motion-responsive™ technology, while continuously adapting to your hand’s movement, adjusting power to deliver ultra-precise heat at the optimal 185˚C. The result? High-definition styles that last up to 24 hours³, even on the most challenging hair types, while offering 2x more breakage protection⁴.

Designed for long, thick and curly hair, ghd Chronos Max combines 85% larger plates¹, 3x faster² styling, 24 hour HD results³, up to 90% more shine⁶, 2.5x less frizz⁷ with no extreme heat damage⁵. 

For added peace of mind, Chronos Max™ features automatic sleep mode after 10 minutes of inactivity, universal voltage, a 2.7m professional‑length cable and a protective plate guard.

Complete your routine with the All‑Rounder Paddle Brush for detangling, blow‑drying and smoothing mid‑to‑long hair, and keep everything protected with the included heat‑resistant bag.


¹ Vs ghd Gold
² Vs ghd Max. Technical test in lab show ghd Chronos max is 3X faster to achieve same high level of frizz reduction on frizzy tresses.
³ Consumer testing, Nov’23. 82% of 112 consumers agreed ghd chronos max gave 24-hour lasting style.
⁴ Vs competitor styler operating at 235˚C.
⁵ Extreme heat is any heat treatment causing fractional wet tensile strength reduction per cycle greater than 0.001, measured over at least 100 cycles on brown Caucasian hair (a "Strength Reduction"). Extreme heat damage is a Strength Reduction of more than 0.005
⁶ Technical test in a lab on brunette hair, measured vs. naturally dried hair.​ 
⁷ Technical test in a lab on frizzy hair, vs naturally dried hair.
⁸ Vs ghd Max.
⁹ Vs ghd platinum+ with ultra-zone technology.

Luxury accessories included

The ghd Chronos Max hair straightener festive gift set comes with luxury accessories (worth R1470); a ghd all-rounder paddle brush and sleek heat-resistant bag.

NO EXTREME HEAT DAMAGE

ghd is obsessed with understanding how plates create style, and how and when plate temperatures can cause damage. The science shows that 185°C is the optimal plate temperature for the average user to prevent extreme heat damage.

IDEAL FOR LONG, THICK & CURLY HAIR

The close to edge plates with ultra-gloss coating are 85% larger¹ to provide easy glide and up to 90% more shine⁶ while the 24% thinner edges⁹ allow for close-to-root styling.

HD MOTION-RESPONSIVE™ TECHNOLOGY

Our HD Motion Responsive Technology means that Chronos Max responds to your styling movements 2x quicker⁴, while maintaining the optimum styling temperature of 185˚C for perfect one-stroke styling results and no extreme heat damage¹⁰. 

GLASS HAIR BY GHD

Discover why the ghd Chronos Max is your go-to for achieving that flawless, glass-like shine with the perfect pressed finish.

Curious about the Glass Hair trend? Get all the details here!

AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS

With over 550 beauty awards won globally to date, ghd has championed innovation, performance and design for over 25 years, so you can enjoy a good hair day every day.

4.7 / 5

NEW GHD CHRONOS MAX BEST WIDE PLATE HAIR STRAIGHTENER FESTIVE GIFT SET rating review

92%
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By far the best straighteners I’ve ever used!

I honestly can’t praise these straighteners enough! I have really thick hair that reaches the bottom of my shoulder blades, so straightening my hair has always been quite a time-consuming job. However, these have made such a difference! They straighten my hair so much quicker than any other straighteners I’ve used before, which makes getting ready so much easier and less of a chore. They’re really easy and comfortable to hold, making them simple to use even when straightening all of my thick hair. The plates glide through my hair effortlessly, feeling so smooth and never snagging, pulling or catching on my hair. This makes the whole process much more enjoyable. One of the things I love most is that my hair doesn’t have that horrible burnt smell after straightening, which I’ve experienced with other straighteners in the past. My hair feels smooth, looks lovely and is so easy to manage after using them. You can really tell how much easier and quicker they make straightening thick hair, and I’m genuinely impressed with how well they perform. They’re comfortable to use, glide through my hair beautifully and get the job done in a fraction of the time I’m used to. Honestly, I couldn’t be happier with these straighteners! I’ve tried plenty of others over the years, but these are by far my favourite. I genuinely can’t think of a single negative thing to say about them. If you have thick, long hair and struggle to find straighteners that work well without taking forever, I would absolutely recommend giving these a try. I love them! ❤️
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sam105
Worcestershire
5 / 5
Age:35 to 44
Hair length:Long
Hair type:Wavy, Frizzy, Coloured, Thick, Straight
This reviewer was incentivised (e.g. a free ghd product or entering into our ratings & reviews prize draw) in exchange for their honest review on ghdhair.com

Game-changer for thick hair!

I was excited to receive my new Ghd Chronos Max abd it is an absolute game-changer. It leaves my hair feeling unbelievably smooth and shiny, and it is so lightweight and easy to handle that styling my own hair at home takes no effort at all.
5 / 5
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Elrietha
Saldanha, South Africa
5 / 5
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Female
Hair length:Mid-Length
Hair type:Thick
This reviewer was incentivised (e.g. a free ghd product or entering into our ratings & reviews prize draw) in exchange for their honest review on ghdhair.com

Wider plates = easier styling.

The durable wider plates on this product are ideal for styling larger sections of hair, and, on my shoulder length, thick and frizzy hair resulted in a much quicker, more effective styling experience. The plates heat up quickly, are easy to control and handle, gliding effectively over each section for a smooth and shiny finish. A good length of cord is provided and an automatic switch off after 10 minutes of inactivity is reassuring for the forgetful amongst us! Added extras of a high quality black storage/travel case with zipper and a paddle hairbrush to assist with styling makes this an excellent investment or gift 😀
5 / 5
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5 / 5
Wychwoman
Worcestershire
5 / 5
Age:65 or over
Hair length:Mid-Length
Hair type:Frizzy
This reviewer was incentivised (e.g. a free ghd product or entering into our ratings & reviews prize draw) in exchange for their honest review on ghdhair.com

Amazing product

Verified Purchase
Absolutely love my Chronos Max 🥰 The wide plates really tame my thick, frizzy mane with straight-ness that lasts for days. Couldn't be happier, good hair days really are back 🙌
4 / 5
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Becks91
Kent, United Kingdom
5 / 5
Age:35 to 44
Gender:Female
Hair length:Long
Hair type:Coarse, Wavy, Frizzy, Thick

Does the job

Verified Purchase
It’s a decent straightener but I have very curly hair and it takes a few strokes to achieve straighter hair.
3 / 5
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Suzy J
Glasgow
4 / 5
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Female
Hair length:Long
Hair type:Curly