Curling irons are widely used in hair salons, and they are increasingly being used at home for styling hair. The variety of these devices is so large that it is genuinely difficult to choose the right curling iron. In this article, you will find basic guidelines that will help you with your choice. Of course, we shall also highlight a few product recommendations that have received extremely positive feedback from users. A lot of these products we have tried ourselves and confirmed their quality.
Many would agree that a curling iron is the perfect tool for creating curls of various shapes and sizes. With a little skill and effort, the desired effect is reached quickly and easily. Like many other styling tools, a curling iron works on the principle of heat. By wrapping strands of hair around the heated barrel, the hair adopts a coiled texture. Since it is exposed to heat while styling, it is important to pay special attention to protecting hair from heat damage. Professional hairstylists recommend applying appropriate products that prevent thermal damage.
Our recommendation: MACADAMIA Oil-Infused Repair Heat Protection Spray, which contains 89% ingredients of natural origin and protects hair from heat exposure up to 230°C. It promotes the recovery of dry and split ends, prevents further breakage and fraying of hair strands. It restores the hair’s natural shine and is suitable for all hair types.
How to Choose a Hair Curler
As we mentioned previously, this text is dedicated to different types of curling irons. We will explain the differences, which can help you choose the best tool for creating curls. Before going shopping, write down a few questions, and the answers will help you narrow down your choices. Here are the key questions:
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Will you use the curling iron only for personal use?
If you plan to use the device solely for styling your own hair, choose a curling iron accordingly. If you plan to use the same tool for multiple people, opt for a more versatile solution or multifunctional stylers with different attachments.
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What is your hair type and its condition (is it thin or thick, coloured, and chemically treated…)?
If you will be using the curling iron on natural, healthy, strong hair, you don’t need to worry much about additional device features. However, if your hair is damaged, fragile, thin, or if you plan to use the curling iron to style different hair types, choose a device with adjustable temperature settings. By modifying the barrel temperature to suit the hair type and condition, you can significantly reduce the negative impact of heat on the health and appearance of the hair.
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What kind of curls do you want to create (large or small, tightly curled or loose waves…)? How often do you change your hairstyle?
Depending on the answer to this question, choose the appropriate shape and size of the curling iron barrel. A styling wand is a more versatile solution. It allows you to create well-defined curls of varying widths as well as soft waves. If you want extremely small and tight curls, opt for an afro curling iron with a straight and ultra-thin barrel. If you are indecisive or often change your hairstyle, we recommend choosing a tool with different attachments.
Product Recommendations
If you have clearly defined answers to the previous questions, you can easily identify the best curling iron for you. It is the one that meets the majority of your requirements. Below, we shall provide recommendations for several types of curling irons intended for the creation of various hairstyle styles.
Wand Curling Iron DIVA PRO302 – Perfect for All Purposes
The curling wand DIVA PRO302 is one of the most popular choices among professional hairstylists. It has a ceramic barrel coated with a blend of keratin, macadamia, and argan oil, providing additional protection and shine to the hair. Thanks to the wand shape of the barrel, which ranges in diameter from 13 mm to 25 mm, you can easily create tighter, well-defined curls or wider, loosely curled waves. The temperature on this device can be adjusted between 110°C and 210°C, allowing efficient and safe styling of different hair types.
The curling iron also comes with a protective, heat-resistant glove for easier and safer use. An additional safety feature of the device is the automatic shut-off after 60 minutes of inactivity. So, if you are unsure whether you turned off the curling iron after styling your hair, you don’t need to return home to check. This device comes with two interchangeable plugs, making it suitable for use in both the UK and other European countries.
UPGRADE Infra Curling Iron – for Professional Results
The Italian brand UPGRADE is known as a pioneer in the application of modern technologies for the production of professional hair tools. One of their most popular curling iron models – UPGRADE Infra Curl – is an excellent example of this. It operates on the principle of infrared electromagnetic waves, allowing superior results with the use of 30% lower temperatures. Additionally, it offers manual temperature adjustment from 80°C to 210°C, thus preserving and protecting the hair’s structure.
This curling iron has a straight titanium barrel with a diameter of 25 mm, enabling easy creation of well-defined curls or soft waves, depending on how it’s used. It is suitable for all hair types, especially thin and damaged hair. Like most professional tools, it also includes an automatic shut-off function after 60 minutes of inactivity.
LEE STAFFORD Magic Wands Multifunctional Curling Iron – Perfect for Home Use
The 3-in-1 Magic Wands curling iron includes three different attachments, allowing easy creation of the desired hairstyle. The straight attachment, with a diameter of 32 mm, is designed for making large, loose curls with added volume. The straight attachment with a 10 mm diameter is used for creating extremely tight curls, known as afro curls. The wand attachment, with a diameter ranging from 25 mm to 32 mm, is designed for creating waves in the hair. Like the previously mentioned professional tools, all attachments have a specially designed “cool tip,” which allows safe use. This feature makes styling significantly easier for beginners.
It heats up very quickly to 200°C (in just 30 seconds), and the heat is evenly distributed along the entire length of the barrel, making hair styling quick and easy. This device is perfect for travel across Europe, as it comes with interchangeable plugs.
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In one of our upcoming blog posts, we shall publish a short guide on curling your hair with a curling iron. If you want to create waves in your hair on your own, keep in mind that there are several other ways to do that. Read our advice in the article “Waves in Your Hair: Five Simple Ways to Create Them Yourself.” |
If you still have doubts about choosing the right curling iron for styling your hair, feel free to write to us. Provide as many details as possible about your hair and what you would like to achieve. We shall be happy to recommend the best hair curler for you.