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GHD MAX WIDE HAIR STRAIGHTENER (42MM PLATE) BLACK
GHD MAX WIDE HAIR STRAIGHTENER (42MM PLATE) BLACK
Max hair straightener plates
Max hair straightener hinge
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GHD MAX WIDE HAIR STRAIGHTENER (42MM PLATE) BLACK

  • Styling in half the time¹
  • Ideal for straightening long, thick and curly hair with 80% more shine⁴
  • Upgrade to our latest wide plate technology shop ghd Chronos Max
Colour: black

€229.00

  • Lowest price in past 30 days was €171
  • RRP is €229
GHD MAX WIDE HAIR STRAIGHTENER (42MM PLATE) BLACK

€229.00

ghd Max Wide Plate Straightener – Extra wide plates for faster, smoother styling

Introducing the ghd Max, our wide plate professional hair straightener designed for faster styling, enhanced shine and reduced frizz – without relying on extreme heat. Engineered with dual-zone technology and 70% larger plates², this extra wide hair straightener delivers smooth, sleek results in fewer passes. For the latest technology, check out the ghd Chronos Max.

What is a wide plate straightener?

A wide plate straightener uses extra-wide styling plates (over 1.5 inches) to straighten more hair in each pass. This offers quicker styling, less heat exposure, and smoother finishes compared to standard-size straighteners.

Why choose the ghd Max wide plate straightener?

  • Extra wide 1.65" plates to style hair in half the time¹
  • Consistent 185°C optimum styling temperature – no extreme heat
  • Dual-zone sensors for even heat distribution from root to tip
  • Up to 80% more shine⁴ and 2x less frizz⁵;
  • Smooth, contoured plates for snag-free styling
  • Versatile design to create sleek straight looks or loose waves
  • 30 second heat-up time and automatic sleep mode for safety and ease

Wide plate straightener for faster styling

The ghd Max wide plate straightener is purpose-built to reduce styling time while maximising results. Its extra wide plates ensure quick, efficient styling without compromising hair health, making it ideal for anyone looking to smooth and style hair in fewer passes.

Style with professional performance

The ghd Max is engineered to maintain optimal tension and smooth glide, delivering a glass-like finish with long-lasting results. Whether you are creating ultra-sleek styles or soft natural waves, the wide plate design ensures professional performance with minimal effort.

For even smoother results

Enhance your finish with ghd straight on – straight and smooth spray and enjoy up to 3x less frizz⁵ when used with the ghd Max.

¹July’20. 80% of 140 consumers agreed vs their current styler.
²vs ghd original
³Extreme 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”)
⁴ technical test in a lab on brunette hair, measured vs naturally dried hair
⁵ technical test in a lab on frizzy hair, vs naturally dried hair
⁶Extreme 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”)
⁷ Vs ghd Gold.
⁸ 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.
⁹ Consumer testing, Nov’23. 82% of 112 consumers agreed ghd chronos max gave 24-hour lasting style.

NO EXTREME HEAT DAMAGE

For 25 years, ghd ethos has always been to give the maximum styling performance and no extreme heat damage. With an average ideal plate temperature of 185°C, ghd Max ensures perfect styling with no extreme heat damage⁶ on all hair types, Styling in half the time¹, ideal for straightening long, thick and curly hair with 80% more shine⁴.

Upgrade to new wide plate technology

Upgrade to the new ghd Chronos Max, our best hair straightener for thick, long and curly hair. With 85% larger plates⁷, 3x faster⁸ one stroke results for HD results that last 24 hours⁹. SHOP NOW

Max plates

Perfect for long, thick curly hair

With 70% larger plates** the ghd max is perfect for styling long, thick and curly hair in half the time*.

Max button

Versatile styling

The sleek rounded design and curved edges of the ghd max allows you to switch up your style with loose curls or a sleek straight.

Max hinge

Optimum styling temperature 185ºC

Eliminate frizz and enjoy enhanced shine without compromising the condition of your hair.

AWARDS

With over 550 beauty awards won globally to date, ghd have championed innovation, performance and design over 20 years so you can enjoy a good hair day everyday.

Advanced Wide Plate Straightener

With 70% larger plates* and dual-zone technology to monitor the optimum styling temperature of 185ºC throughout use, the ghd max delivers sleek styling in half the time*.

Power couple

POWER COUPLE

Get up to 3x less frizz† when you partner the ghd max with our ghd straight on spray for super sleek, professional finish. 

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Worth Every Penny!

I am extremely impressed with the GHD Max Wide Plate Straightener. I have thick, wavy hair, and it usually takes a long time to style, but this straightener cuts my styling time almost in half. The wide plates cover more hair with each pass, making it perfect for long, thick, or curly hair. What I love most is that it leaves my hair smooth, shiny, and frizz-free without making it feel dry or damaged. The temperature is consistent, so I don’t have to keep going over the same sections repeatedly. It glides through the hair effortlessly and creates a sleek salon-quality finish that lasts all day. The straightener feels high quality, heats up quickly, and is very easy to use. Even on humid days, my hair stays much straighter than it did with previous straighteners I’ve owned. If you have thick or difficult-to-manage hair and want faster styling with excellent results, I highly recommend the GHD Max. It is definitely worth the investment and has become one of my favorite hair tools.
ines2909
5/5
Hair type: Curly
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

Great wide plate straightener!

My hairdresser uses these on my hair at her salon, so decided to treat myself whilst they were on offer! These are great for long thick hair!
5 / 5
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AmyLou18
West Midlands
5/5
Age: 35 to 44
Gender: Female
Hair length: Long
Hair type: Wavy, 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

Fabulous

I absolutley love them.I have thick hair. These straightened my hair in no time at all and the results were soft straight and shiny, my hair felt and looked amazing
5 / 5
5 / 5
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Cazza52
Birmingha west midlands
5/5
Age: 45 to 54
Gender: Female
Hair length: Long
Hair type: Wavy, Coloured, 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

Nice and wide

Verified Purchase
This is a replacement for my old ghd that stoped working that I've had at least 15year and these are a lot wider so takes less time to do your hair, although they are a little heavier they work well and are worth their money I'm very happy 😁
5 / 5
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Lesden
Barnstaple Devon
5/5
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
Hair length: Mid-Length
Hair type: Wavy

Perfect

Verified Purchase
I bought this very recently as I’ve decided to grow my hair and was finding my original pair of straighteners took longer to style my hair. I do still have them however 😊 the larger paddle makes to easier and quicker as I am very low maintenance and don’t like a lot of faffing about.
5 / 5
5 / 5
5 / 5
Bondi
East Anglia
5/5
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Female
Hair length: Mid-Length
Hair type: Wavy