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ghd Chronos Max gift set for long, thick hair
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The ghd Chronos Max festive gift set is built for someone with long, thick or curly hair. It packages ghd's wide plate Chronos Max with the All-Rounder Paddle Brush and a sleek heat-resistant bag. The reason it stands out among gift sets is the straightener itself: plates 85% larger than standard, which ghd says cuts the number of passes on dense hair, combined with thinner, curved edges for control near the root.
- Main tool
- ghd Chronos Max wide plate straightener
- Also in the box
- All-Rounder Paddle Brush
- Temperature
- 185°C
- Bag or case
- Heat-resistant bag
In its favour
- Wide ceramic floating plates, stated as 85% larger, cover more hair per pass.
- Sleep mode after 10 minutes, universal voltage and a 2.7 m cable are listed.
- The set adds a paddle brush and heat-resistant bag, with a 2 year warranty stated.
Good to know
- Wide plates are a poor match for short hair, so check the recipient's hair length first.
- No adjustable temperature settings, so the heat cannot be lowered for fine or fragile hair.
Our take
Wide plates with root control
Wider plates usually trade speed for precision. ghd says the Chronos Max avoids that with thinner edges and a curved design, so you can work close to the root at any angle. The listing describes sleek straight looks, soft flicks and voluminous waves with a twist of the wrist.
HD motion-responsive technology adjusts power to the movement of your hand to hold 185°C. ghd claims it is twice as responsive and three times faster than earlier generations, with up to 90% more shine, 2.5 times less frizz and up to three times straighter hair in one stroke.
The extras
The All-Rounder Paddle Brush is a natural partner for long, thick hair, helping detangle and smooth large sections before the straightener goes in. The heat-resistant bag allows storage soon after use. ghd states a 2 year manufacturer's guarantee, and the listed 1.36 kg covers the whole set.
Points to check
The spec table lists 240 V input, and there is no adjustable temperature, so very coarse hair cannot be given more heat and fine hair cannot be given less. Wide plates also suit short hair poorly, so it is worth knowing the recipient's hair length before buying.
Alternatives among gift sets
The ghd Chronos gift set offers the same technology on standard-width plates, which suits shorter or medium-length hair better. The ghd Gold gift set is the simpler dual-zone option with brush and bag. The ghd Duet Style gift set takes a different approach, drying and straightening from wet.
Who gets the most from it
Someone who currently spends a long time straightening thick hair, or who needs several passes on each section, will notice the biggest change. For hair that already straightens quickly, the extra width adds less.
Verdict
The Chronos Max gift set is the one to choose for long, thick or curly hair, with ghd's newest heating on wide plates and a brush and bag included. For shorter hair, the ghd Chronos gift set is more practical, and for someone who starts with wet hair, the ghd Duet Style gift set may fit their routine better.
Compared with alternatives in: Best hair straightener gift sets
Amazon listing title: ghd Chronos Max Wide Plate Hair Straightener & Styler for Thick Hair