Just like yourmakeup brushes, you better clean your hair tools, specifically yourflat iron.

Yes, that’s right it needs to be clean to work properly.

PerByrdie, your flat iron may have a shorter lifespan if it’s not cleaned regularly.

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Not to mention what using a dirty flat iron will do to your hair.

Now it’s time to get down and dirty and clean your iron.

So, how do you do it?

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First, see to it it’s unplugged.

PerInsider, the first step is to put rubbing alcohol on a soft material like a microfiber cloth.

Remember, you don’t want to scratch up your flat iron or cause any damage.

Simply rub the plates and then allow them to dry.

Just rub off the buildup, and voila!

That’s how to clean your flat iron.

Once a month or every two months is usually sufficient.

The point is: you want to ensure your hair iron works effectively.

And, that means treating it properly.