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Curling Iron

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I hadn’t realized how many people have a difficult time using a curling iron until it started coming up again and again in my class Finding the Right Hairstyle for You! Many women have trouble in maneuvering the curling iron to get a curl with smooth ends and consistent curls.

“Hair Styling Tools
the Curling Iron”Does the curling iron call for more dexterity than other hair styling tools? I think it does and that it is a learned skill, after listening to those who just can’t make a curling iron work. Watch and ask how your hairdresser uses the curling iron to create a hair style, then you may need to practice, practice, practice.

The many types of curling irons may surprise you…

• Ceramic curling irons
• Brush curling irons
• Marcel curling irons
• Travel curling irons
• Steam curling irons
• Triple barrel curling irons
• Cordless curling irons

Ceramic curling irons
The end result using a ceramic hair styling tools is a smoother, less frizzy, shinier look to your hair. Also, it is better on your hair because it leaves more moisture in the hair and heats up more evenly.

Brush curling irons
These are the easiest to use curling irons.They are both a hair dryer and a curling iron in one device. Some are curling irons with plastic or bristle brushes around the barrel for ease of use. The key is getting the right size barrel for your hair style.

Marcel curling irons
The Marcel curling iron is mostly used by professionals and also the hardest to master. Rather than the traditional clamp that stays closed, the Marcel handle needs to be tightened and loosened with your fingers as you roll the hair. This is particularly good for creating long spriral curls and for creating lift at the roots.

Travel curling irons
Many women wouldn’t be without their travel curling iron. They are cordless, butane filled irons that work especially well for people who travel and may not have access to electricity. They heat up quickly and are not expensive. You can buy a Braun travel curling iron for $7.00 to $25.00. Some people report having trouble firing them up, however, if they are full enough that usually isn’t a problem. You can buy replacement canisters from the manufacturer.

Steam curling irons
Use distilled water in your steam curling iron for best results. A steam curling iron is best for hard to curl hair.

Triple barrel curling irons
Three barrels create a wavy result. Reviews are mostly good for the triple barrel curling iron. Works for all hair types. It may take a little time getting use to maneuvering, but some report liking the long lasting results better than perms.

Cordless curling irons
These are also called travel curling irons. Some cordless curling irons will fit in your purse. They are run by butane and you can buy refills from the manufacturer. A cordless curling iron is good for the traveler as well as those who might like to “touch up” on the go. Cordless curling irons heat up very quickly.

Things to look for in a curling iron:

• Barrel size - Your hair should be able to wrap around the barrel at least 2 times.
  • 3/4 inch barrel curling iron is good for short hair and for creating trendrils
  • 1 inch barrel curling iron is good for short to medium length hair styles, good for creating trendrils
  • 1 1/4 inch barrel curling iron is the most popular for mid-length and longer hair styles
  • 1 3/4 inch barrel curling iron is good for smoothing out waves and tipping ends under or out
  • 2 inch barrel curling iron is good for smoothing out waves and giving just a bend to the ends
• Temperature control - gives you more control on getting a stronger or softer curl as well as control over burning your hair.
  • Thin and fine hair need less heat to curl than heavy thick hair.
• Price - Avoid the low cost curling iron manufacture, but there are good bargains out there.

  • I would suggest buying the new ceramics but most don’t need to pay top of the line prices for the same results.

• Brands - Some of my favorite brands of curling irons: