As a fashion editor who creates content online, wrinkled clothes are literally the bane of my career. I often have nightmares about having to retake photos of an item because it looks creased and unsightly. Granted, it wasn’t the hardest problem to solve, but it took me some time to find a satisfying solution: Hilife Steamer ($30, originally $46).
Until last fall, I swore by prepping my clothes with a steam iron before going in front of the camera (or going anywhere, really). Ironing clothes is a time-consuming process that requires a lot of arm strength. To smooth every inch of the fabric, you set up a wooden board and then use heat and water to press against the board to flatten the garment. I didn’t mind the challenge at first, but I learned the hard way that irons don’t work well on delicate materials. As someone who is always on Amazon looking for home products to make life easier, I wondered if there was something better out there.
I looked at it for a while and then I found this Hilife steamer on Amazon. It’s loved by customers and has over 100,000 reviews on Amazon. It’s now my go-to for organizing everything from silk dresses to linen shirts because it doesn’t take much time to get the job done. Read on for my full review below.
Why I like Hilife steamer
Hilife steamer is easy to use and effective. Just remove the nozzle, fill the steamer with water, plug it in and wait a few minutes for the water to boil. It will pump steam through the vents and then press it against the pieces to smooth out wrinkles.
This steam iron works wonders on most materials and clothes that are difficult to iron, such as a sequined dress or a top studded with pearls. I also like that it’s lightweight and can easily be thrown in a duffel bag or carry-on.
What to consider before trying Hilife steamer
You’ll have the occasional leakage issue when the water boils, but the simplicity and speed of use make up for that in my book. Overall, its price performance is solid.
Other details
- It has a water capacity of 240ml and can cook continuously for up to 15 minutes.
- It comes with a 9-foot power cord and weighs 1.7 pounds.
- Compatible with 110-120V countries and regions such as the United States, Canada, and Japan.
Where can I buy Hilife steamer?
The Hilife Steamer is available on Amazon.
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★★★★★