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ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black
ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black

ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black

BEST RATED 3X FASTER STYLING WIDE PLATES

Our best straightener for long, thick and curly hair:

  • 85% larger plates¹
  • 3x faster² one stroke styling for HD results that last 24hrs³
  • No extreme heat damage¹⁰
  • Also available as a classic plate straightener shop ghd Chronos

 

Colour: black

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ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black

R5 200,00

BEST RATED 3X FASTER STYLING WIDE PLATES

Introducing the NEW ghd Chronos Max™, our professional HD motion-responsive™ wide plate straightener, designed for high-definition styling that's 2x more responsive⁴ for 3x faster² results. Our best wide plate straightener, perfect for transforming long, thick, and curly hair in just one stroke with no extreme heat damage¹⁰.

Experience transformation in one-stroke⁸ with HD motion-responsive™ technology, which continuously adapts to your styling movements. It adjusts power to deliver unparalleled heat monitoring accuracy at the optimum styling temperature of 185°C, ensuring high-definition styles that last for up to 24 hours³, even on thicker hair. Enjoy up to 2x more breakage protection⁵ and longer-lasting results with every use.

Our best wide hair straightener gives you high-definition results effortlessly on long, thick, and curly hair. The ghd Chronos Max delivers up to 90% more shine⁶, reduces frizz by 2.5x⁷, and leaves hair up to 3x straighter in just one-stroke⁸, giving you sleek, smooth styles with ease with no extreme heat damage¹⁰.

With 85% larger¹ ceramic floating plates, ghd Chronos Max combines wider plates and 24% thinner edges⁹ with a curved design to get closer to the roots, ensuring perfect root-to-tip results from any angle. It’s not just a straightener – the ultra-ergonomic, sleek curved design allows you to switch your style with ease, from straight looks to loose waves and flicks, with just a tilt of the hand.

Rest assured with peace of mind features like sleep mode, which switches off the styler automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity. The ghd Chronos Max also offers universal voltage, a protective plate guard, and a professional-length 2.7m cable. Complete with a 2-year warranty, it’s the ultimate tool for achieving salon-worthy results at home. Please note: Only available in Black in South Africa.

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 ghd platinum+ with ultra-zone technology.

⁵ Vs competitor styler operating at 235˚C.

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 Technical test in a lab on wavy hair, vs naturally dried hair.

⁹ Vs ghd Max.

¹⁰ Extreme heat damage is a fractional wet tensile strength reduction per cycle above 0.005, measured over at least 100 cycles on brown Caucasian hair (a “Strength Reduction”)

¹¹ Vs ghd original. Results measured by shine on brunette hair compared to naturally dried, lab test.

¹² Consumer testing, Jan'21. 86% of 142 consumers agreed their hair lasted 24 hours after styling

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.

ALSO AVAILABLE AS A CLASSIC PLATE STRAIGHTENER

Don’t need a wide plate? No problem—you can still get the benefits. ghd Chronos has the same great tech and delivers 3x faster styling¹¹ for one-stroke high-definition results that last 24hrs¹². Discover ghd chronos classic plate straightener. 

HIGH-DEFINITION RESULTS

With HD results for up to 90% more shine⁶, 2.5x less frizz⁷ in one-stroke⁸ and no extreme heat damage¹⁰.

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.

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TRIED & TESTED BY PROFESSIONALS

"I always thought it was not possible to improve on perfection, but then I tried ghd Chronos. Having the ability to create such beautiful definition on Curls, Waves and sleeker styles with the added benefit of speed is game-changing when working as a professional. Additionally, for consumers, you’ll be able to achieve more shape and shine than before…faster or with larger sections!!" - Dafydd Thomas - Global Director of Education

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

ghd Chronos Max Best Wide Plate Hair Straightener (43mm plate) Black rating review

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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
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