Conair Instant Heat Curling Iron; 1 1/2-inch

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The only downside of this tool is the temperature gauge — there are almost too many options to choose from and we’re still not exactly sure what some of the settings do (we’re talking to you, Boost mode). That said, we loved the results that we got from this tool, and the price is hard to beat. On the other hand, some rotating curling irons can curl hair with the help of air technology (like the Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System and the Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler). These tools utilize high-speed airflow to attract the hair to the barrel. From there, this warm air is able to create a curl. Thoughtful Design - Have you ever accidentally shut off your curling iron before you were ready to stop using it? How about accidentally burning your hand while reaching for the handle? Conair's thoughtful design eliminates these inconveniences with its recessed buttons and cool tip for easy handling Conair's premium products and services have attracted a steady, loyal customer base for decades. The brand's trustworthy, innovative, and consistent products continue to satisfy returning customers and attract new clients. Its curling irons are no exception. The result of this smart technology? Luscious, bouncy curls. Plus, thanks to the 1¼ -inch barrel, you can achieve a variety of curl styles (like loose waves, ribbon curls, and more), no matter what length your hair is. On top of that, it has two different rotating speeds, so you can adjust it according to your preference.

There are many factors as to why safety risks may arise, such as overloading outlets with multiple adaptors, connecting an electric device with several extension cords, etc.,” says Ashita Kapoor, associate director of product safety at Consumer Reports. “Some minor flaws can also lead to burns and other injuries. Curling irons emanate excessive heat. If the curling iron is plugged in, it should never be left unattended. Users should always unplug the curling iron after use.” The barrel of this curling wand features a special coating that allows heat to pass through without allowing hair to directly touch the heat source, ultimately cutting way down on potential damage. Even our fine hair, which never held a curl for more than two minutes, met its match with this curling wand — our waves lasted much longer than they did with any other hot tool.What We Love: Beyond the price, we loved how smooth it made our hair and the even, consistent curl pattern it created. An ergonomic handle that allows you to style your hair with one hand with flexibility, taking away pressure from your wrist When it comes to conditioners, she recommends choosing one that says “moisturizing” on the bottle so that it doesn’t dehydrate your hair. What We Don't Love: This doesn’t have a clamp, which is terrific for making waves, but requires a bit of a learning curve.

There is only one button, and this button controls the temperature and turns the device on and off, which can be problematic if you accidentally turn it off. As for the best part? This product comes with a wide-tooth comb, a heat-resistant glove, three hair clips, 24 small claw clips, and a box to store everything in, so you have everything you need when you’re ready to style. Honestly, the only thing we’d change is the placement of the curling buttons in relation to the release button — they’re very close to each other and can be mistaken for each other. As you get to know the device this will be less likely to happen, but it takes some getting used to. I have highly porous, highlighted hair. It’s fine but has medium density. In the winter, when humidity is low, it’s straight, with a slight wave to it. In the summer, when humidity is high, it’s wavy. It curls easily and can hold a style for days. I want a curling iron that won’t damage or dry out my hair and yields shiny, soft-to-the-touch curls. What we love most about this curling iron is that it’s extremely easy to use: It has two buttons on the handle (one with an arrow pointing to the right and another with an arrow pointing to the left) that turn the barrel in your desired direction. It also has an LCD screen that allows you to see what temperature the tool is at (there are three different temperature settings; low, medium, and high). But, what really sets this device apart is its special brush attachment. This handy tool can be clipped right onto the barrel and used to comb through hair after curling it. The results? Defined, wave-like curls. When selecting a curling iron, you’ll want to consider the qualities of your hair itself —not just the length, which may benefit from an extra-long curling rod like those found from InStyler Cerasilk Curling Iron and Bio Ionic Long Barrel Curling Iron. Think about the density, condition, and the texture of your hair as well, all of which will help you determine the optimal temperature setting, and narrow down your options.

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What We Love: This device from Shark offers similar technology to the Dyson, along with unique attachment options to choose from, at half the price. Over the course of many weeks, we each curled our hair with all eight curling irons. We looked at criteria including: The Nume rotates in both directions making it seamless to get styles that curl towards or away from your face on both sides of your head. The tool is surprisingly lightweight and easy to manuver. The three barrel sizes allowed us to achieve different styles of curls and our hair felt soft and shiny when we were done. We did think the tool had a learning curve and was not instinctual to use. It also is difficult to get volume at the roots.