Reviewed by XmasGoat Editorial · Updated
Why Platinum+ Styler works as a Christmas gift
A premium hair tool has a satisfying Christmas-morning reveal and can replace an aging straightener used every week.
- Universal voltage
- 30-minute automatic sleep mode
- Rounded barrel supports waves as well as straightening
Who should receive Platinum+ Styler?
- Great for: a regular straightener user ready for a premium replacement.
- Great for: someone who alternates between sleek hair and waves.
- Great for: a traveller who values universal voltage.
- Skip for: someone who wants adjustable temperature or rarely heat-styles.
The verdict
The candid verdict
Platinum+ remains a polished gift when the fixed 185°C system and 1-inch format match the routine. Chronos is the newer premium alternative, so compare current prices rather than assuming Platinum+ is automatically the flagship buy.
Why it works
- ✓ Universal voltage
- ✓ 30-minute automatic sleep mode
- ✓ Rounded barrel supports waves as well as straightening
Tradeoffs
- × No user-adjustable temperature
- × Premium price
- × Heat styling still requires care and heat protection
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What to check before buying Platinum+ Styler
Match the exact model and recipient—not just the brand name or listing photo.
- Confirm Platinum+ rather than Original, Gold, Max, Unplugged or Chronos.
- Check the plug and warranty region; universal voltage does not change the physical plug.
- The official model uses 1-inch / 26 mm plates and a fixed 185°C styling temperature.
- Confirm the heat-resistant plate guard and other listed contents.
Platinum+ Styler FAQs
Does ghd Platinum+ have adjustable heat?
No. ghd designs Platinum+ around a fixed 185°C styling temperature.
Is ghd Platinum+ dual voltage?
Yes, ghd lists universal voltage, but an appropriate plug adapter may still be required.
What is the difference between Platinum+ and Chronos?
Chronos is ghd's newer premium one-inch styler. Compare current features, warranty and price before choosing.
Does it turn itself off?
ghd lists automatic sleep mode after 30 minutes of non-use.
Keep narrowing the gift
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Sources
- ghd: Platinum+ Professional Hair Straightener — Official specifications and use boundaries; checked August 11, 2026.
- Sephora Canada: ghd Platinum+ Styler — 1-inch Flat Iron — Canadian offer and current-model comparison evidence.