NuMe Megastar Hair Straightener

4.9/5.0
By Emma Freeman February 14, 2020
Looks / Appearance 5.0 / 5.0
Functionality 5.0 / 5.0
Ease of use 5.0 / 5.0

Pros

  • – Comes in a sturdy case
  • – Safe for all hair types
  • – 100% pure Tourmaline Ceramic
  • – Fully rotating swivel cord
  • – Temperature controls up to 450℉

Cons

  • – Plates tend to get a little hot when used at high heats

NuMe was founded in 2009 by hair care enthusiast Sabrina Maren. Since its founding, this brand has been at the forefront of heat styling tools serving over 2 million customers worldwide.

I recently tried my first NuMe hair styling product and want to share my experience with you. I present you – the NuMe Megastar Hair Straightener. This styling tool arrived at my door in a beautiful tube-like case. I was honestly expecting the flimsy box most styling tools come in, so this was a nice touch. 

nume megastar packaging

After opening my package, my first impression of the straightener itself was how lightweight and pretty it was. It is black from top to bottom, except for a few silver accents. The cord also immediately caught my attention. It’s at least 8 feet long (yes, I measured it).

My initial thoughts were that if the Megastar worked as great as it looked, it would have a permanent place on my vanity. Keep reading to hear my thoughts on this straightener!

Who Is This Straightener For?

NuMe claims that frizzy hair is a thing of the past with the Megastar. As someone who struggles with frizz, my expectations were set high. When I ran the 1” Tourmaline Ceramic plates through my hair, the first thing I noticed was how effortlessly it glided. Not once did it tug or pull my strands like other straighteners sometimes do. 

It replaced my frizzy hair with soft, shiny locks. NuMe shares that the plates are designed with a negative ion booster. What does this mean? Well, negative ions break up water molecules, leading to fast drying times. They work on drying and sealing the cuticle, replacing frizz and fly-a-ways with silky smooth hair. 

I would recommend this straightener to anyone who struggles with frizzy, unruly hair. I have long, thin locks, but NuMe claims it is suitable for all hair types. I’d probably use a higher temperature setting (at least 400) if you have thicker hair.

Specifications

  • – Size: 15 x 3 x 5.5 inches
  • – Weight: 1 lb, 9 oz
  • – Plate Size: 1 inch
  • – Plate Material: Tourmaline Ceramic
  • – Color: Black
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What Makes the NuMe Megastar Special?

I was amazed by the 1-inch floating plates. The Megastar slid effortlessly through my hair. Not once did it pull or tug a strand, and I could get close to my roots without burning myself.

I also tried my luck at curling my hair with it. I’m not lying when I say it curled just as well as it straightened! My curls were shiny, soft, and bouncy. The NuMe Megastar is a 2-in-1. This was a surprise I was not expecting. I’ve always heard of some straighteners being able to curl but didn’t think it would create curls as flawless as it did.

One other takeaway worth mentioning is the integrated far-infrared heat strip. This feature protects strands over time by sending gentle heat straight into your follicle and out to the cuticle. While I have no doubts the Megastar is dedicated to protecting your locks, I would still use a heat protectant before using it.

Note: Heat protectant is designed to protect your hair from heat damage. When it’s not completely dried out, the iron will burn the spray, NOT your hair. Don’t be alarmed if you see steam or smoke while straightening. This happens when it meets the wet spray.

Why Should I Buy The NuMe Megastar Straightener?

If you don’t have hours a day to dedicate to your hair, consider the NuMe Megastar. I was able to straighten my hair in 20 minutes. That’s AMAZING. Of course, if you have very thick, long hair, it will take longer, but I can’t imagine it taking too long. The straightener automatically shuts off after 60 minutes, so it even doesn’t think you’ll need it for longer than an hour.

The Megastar does a beautiful job at straightening hair the first time around. You don’t have to run the straightener through your locks several times like other models require. My favorite part of the design has to be the flexible, long cord. Not once did it get in my way of straightening, and the extra length makes it ideal if your outlet is on the opposite side of the room.

Our Verdict

I’m so impressed with the results achieved by the Megastar Hair Straightener. The best part? The straightening process only took me 20 minutes! Afterward, I applied a pea-size amount of hair serum for that mirrored shine finish. NuMe sells a Gloss Boss Serum, which I’ll be ordering soon – if it works just as great as the Megastar, I’ll probably never use another brand.

 

Show your hair who’s boss with the NuMe Megastar Straightener. Long gone are the days you spent hours trying to tame frizzy, unruly hair. Try it for yourself today!

 

Pros

  • – Comes in a sturdy case
  • – Safe for all hair types
  • – 100% pure Tourmaline Ceramic
  • – Fully rotating swivel cord
  • – Temperature controls up to 450℉

Cons

  • – Plates tend to get a little hot when used at high heats