Hair Stylist Nicole Talks Veaudry Colossal and Styling Tools

TL;DR:

• Nicole from Partners Hair Cavendish covers the Veaudry Colossal wide-plate straightener in this Tea With Thomas episode
• The key feature: Natural Tourmaline Technology — not just heat, but actively sealing the cuticle while styling for better shine and reduced frizz
• Wide plates (the Colossal's defining feature) cover more surface area per pass, which reduces total heat exposure on thick or long hair
• Adjustable temperature settings are essential — Nicole recommends starting lower than you think necessary and working up from there
• The Colossal is particularly suited to thick, long or resistant hair that needs efficient styling without repeated passes

In this Tea With Thomas episode, Lewis talks with Nicole, a professional stylist at Partners Hair Cavendish Square, about the Veaudry Colossal wide-plate straightener — how it works, who it's suited for, and how to use it correctly.

About Nicole

Nicole is a professional hair stylist at Partners Hair Cavendish Square with extensive experience across all hair types and styling techniques. Her product knowledge comes from daily professional use in a high-volume salon environment.

What Makes the Veaudry Colossal Different

The Colossal is a salon-quality wide-plate straightener featuring Natural Tourmaline Technology. Tourmaline is a semi-precious crystal that, when heated, emits negative ions — the same ionic technology that makes professional blow dryers smoother than consumer alternatives. In a straightener, this means the plates aren't just applying heat: they're actively emitting ions that seal the hair cuticle while straightening it, which produces better shine and reduces frizz compared to a standard ceramic or titanium plate tool.

The wide plate design covers significantly more surface area per pass than a standard 25mm plate. For thick, long, or resistant hair, this means fewer passes to achieve the same result — which means less cumulative heat exposure over the course of a styling session.

Who the Colossal Is For

The Colossal is best suited to thick, long, or resistant hair. For fine hair, a wide-plate tool is often too clumsy and the larger heat surface can be more than the hair needs. For short hair, the plates cover too much of the section in one clamp, losing precision. The sweet spot is medium to thick hair at shoulder length or longer — where the efficiency of wide plates translates into a genuine time and heat-exposure saving.

Nicole's Application Tips

Clean, dry hair — never use a straightener on damp or wet hair. Heat protection applied to dry hair before styling — always. Section the hair and work systematically, taking manageable sections that fit within the width of the plate. Glide smoothly through the hair from root to tip without pausing on any section. Start at a lower temperature than you think you need (170 to 180°C for most medium-thick hair) and work up if necessary. Fewer passes at the right temperature beat more passes at maximum heat.

The Colossal at Partners Hair

Partners Hair stocks the Veaudry Colossal alongside the full Veaudry range. Our stylists use and recommend tools they use in-salon — not sponsored recommendations. If you're unsure which straightener is right for your hair type, a brief consultation at any of our Cape Town salons can point you in the right direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Natural Tourmaline Technology in the Veaudry Colossal?

Tourmaline emits negative ions when heated, which neutralise static and seal the hair cuticle during styling. This produces smoother, shinier results than a standard ceramic or titanium plate that delivers heat alone.

Is the Colossal suitable for fine hair?

Not ideally — the wide plates are best for thick, medium, or long hair where efficiency of coverage per pass makes a difference. Fine or short hair benefits more from a narrower 25mm plate straightener like the Silver Bullet Fastlane.

What temperature should I use on the Veaudry Colossal?

Start at 170 to 180°C for most medium-thick hair. Increase only if sections aren't responding. Avoid maximum temperature on a first pass — lower temperatures accumulate less damage over time with the same result.

Do I need heat protection with tourmaline plates?

Yes — always. Tourmaline technology improves the result but doesn't eliminate heat damage. Apply heat protection to dry hair before every styling session.

Where can I buy the Veaudry Colossal in South Africa?

Partners Hair stocks the Veaudry Colossal online and in our Cape Town salons. Free delivery on orders over R390.

Shop the Veaudry styling tool range at Partners Hair, or visit Nicole and the team at Partners Hair Cavendish Square. Free delivery on orders over R390.