Yeah, a lot of irons do just that... they flatten the cuticle, so thats why you get that 'super flat' shiny hair. I couldn't really get my hair straight just using an iron alone... I'd always have to blowdry it straight first. And being my hair gets really straight from just that, using an iron for me was just pointless, which is why I really don't ever use them anymore. But from using irons often you do eventually end up damaging the shaft... but to prolong the health of your hair, always use a good heat protectant. I have heard that the Chi Turbo version isn't as good as thier regular iron... Everyone I know has exchanged their turbo's for the originals. :icon_wink