When it comes down to specific looks, you can create a tighter curl by using your iron just off the scalp. Meanwhile, you’ll achieve a looser style if you skip the root and start wrapping your hair about a third of the way down the shaft. “Holding the curl horizontally will make the curl fuller, vertically will provide a more relaxed look,” adds DiGregorio. If you’re going for a beach wave or modern vibe, Reed loves to curl hair in different directions to prevent uniformity or an overdone look. “If you’re looking for classic curls, keep the iron going in one direction,” he says. This budget-friendly Revlon jumbo three-barrel hair waver heats up to 420 degrees Fahrenheit and offers 30 heat settings to choose from. The barrels are coated with ceramic and tourmaline for added protection, and while it does not list a specific barrel width, most customers seem to agree that the barrels are about 1 inch.

If you have ultra-fine or damaged hair, you will want to select a curling iron that offers a low styling temperature. “Excessive heat will damage the cuticle further,” warns New York-based hairstylist Alwyn DiGregorio. “Lower temps with smaller sections will work just as well as higher temps and bigger sections.” Wash your hair the night before, if possible. Try washing your hair the day or night before you style it instead of washing it the same day. Temperature aside, we liked the clamp’s nice, strong grip that didn’t yank at our hair, but kept it firmly in place as we styled, while the barrel was smooth enough to slide our finished curls right off. Barrel Size- if you have long hair, then buying a curling iron with a large barrel will make the styling process easy. However, if you have short hair, invest in a device that has smaller barrels. A 1-inch diameter barrel is suitable for long hair, while a ½ inch barrel works for short hair.Despite how easy the Shark was to operate, it was a bit annoying having to switch out barrels to change the direction of our curl. That said, this only takes a few seconds, and Shark clearly distinguishes between the two — there is a very clear “L” and “R” on the corresponding attachments.

The most obvious difference between the two is their design. The triple barrel curling iron is bigger and has 3 cylindrical barrels that can be opened and closed. The barrels are opened with the help of a clamp. The hair is then placed into the heated barrels where the curl is created. Add heat protection. There are a variety of serums, sprays, and creams out there designed to protect your hair from the harsh effects of heat styling tools. Apply one before you use your triple barrel waver. Yes, 3-barrel curling irons work on any hair type and texture. They are safe to use on curly hair and offer the perfect definition to your beach waves.One of its most important features is that it leaves your hair smooth and shiny. The infra-red heat produced by its barrel traps moisture in the hair to be sealed in. It also eliminates the frizz and makes dry hair silky smooth.

The Whirl Trio’s appeal is its extreme versatility. You’ll get three interchangeable barrels—a 1.5-inch, a 1-inch, and a tapered 0.75- to 1.25-inch—for nearly endless styling options. Yes, it’s an investment, but you’re basically getting three of the best curling wands in one. Hair Type: Wavy | Color: Waver | Material: Ceramic | Shape: Flat | Product Dimensions: 1.75 x 4.4 x 9.5 inches | Weight: 10.58 Ounces. What We Don't Love: Those with finer hair may find that their hair slips out of the iron during use. T3 and waves are pretty much synonymous at this point. The brand’s curling tools help all hair types achieve effortless waves and curls in minutes. This 1.25-inch barrel gets the job done with just a single pass—no touch-ups required.

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Hair Type: All | Material: Gold | Shape: Round | Product Dimensions: 15.8 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches | Weight: 1.54 Pounds. For many people, using a curling wand is far easier than a traditional curling iron because of the way you can customize your curl. On the flip side, it’ll take some trial and error to master your technique. If you’re winding your hair too tightly around the barrel of the InStyler, you’ll get tight ringlets, though they will relax and get beachier, especially if you brush them out. Practice makes perfect with this one! Finish the look. Once you've styled all of your hair, lightly spray it with hairspray to set the look in place.