Coming in a close second is Amika’s high tide deep waver, while Mark Hill’s pick ‘n’ mix tool is also a great budget-friendly option for those wanting a tool that offers flexibilty. Wavers work in a similar way to old school crimpers in that you work your way down sections of hair. Used on our tester’s long hair, we were really impressed at how it created an even and consistent look all over the head, taking a matter of seconds to complete each section and just 15 minutes for the whole look. It’s easy to use, surprisingly lightweight for its size and gave us the most salon-worthy finish of the bunch.

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As is the case with any styling tool, we understand that it can be confusing to find the right one for you, which is why we’ve done all the hard work and put the latest hair wavers under serious scrutiny. To create a more undone look, we moved the wand down the length of our hair, holding it for just five seconds as we went. The head is extremely easy to attach to the handle – you simply push the two together and give the barrel a twist to lock it into place – and there’s just one switch that turns the styler on or off. While this hairstyle might look effortless and laidback, the truth is that it can require a lot of effort.We also really liked the comprehensive temperature range which, unlike many tools, starts at just 80C, making it a great option for those with fine or over-processed tresses. It has a generous temperature range from 150C to 210C but, if you’re not sure which to use, there’s also a “pro+” option, which sits at 185C and is considered by Remington to be the optimal heat for most people. Programmed with an adjustable temperature of 80C to 220C, depending on your hair type, we found it reached the desired heat (180 worked perfectly for us) in around 90 seconds. Plus, we really liked the finish, and found that we were left with beachy kinks that lasted well all day.

The tool couldn’t be easier to use though and it works fast – you only need to hold it in place for five seconds before moving down. While we personally preferred the finish of the deepest setting which gave us textured beachy waves, we really appreciated the level of customisation this tool gives. Despite its large size, the waver is extremely easy to use as it has lots of practical features including a cool tip so you can keep hold of it as you go and a kick stand, so there’s no chance of accidentally scorching your dressing table (or fingers) between sections. Owing to its extra-large size, it gave us big, loose and bouncy waves without an unwanted crinkle in sight and the ceramic-coated barrels helped to smooth out any frizz.

We were also surprised at how lightweight this tool felt and we found it easy to manoeuvre around the head, ensuring every section of hair was covered. While this makes it easy to use, it does mean that the temperature isn’t adjustable, heating to a standard 185C, which could be an issue if your hair sits at either end of the texture spectrum. After prepping with heat protection spray, we simply worked the barrel along the length of our hair from root to tip holding for around 10 seconds.

Measuring a huge 32mm each, the triple barrel design looks pretty intimidating at first glance but don’t be put off by its bulkiness as it’s surprisingly lightweight for its size. Featuring an interlocking design, the tool creates a uniform “S” shape wave and, as the barrels are on the smaller side – 21mm – we found it did a great job of transforming smaller sections into a textured, crimped style.Plus, we can confidently say that the waves last for a good while after putting them to the test on a windy seaside walk. For mermaid waves though, we recommend this bundle which includes a triple barrel head designed to deliver soft waves in seconds. The tool is also rather chunky and we found it a little difficult to manouevre around the back of the head. Designed with a triple barrel, it creates defined waves on hair of any length or thickness and can even safely style extensions.

If you like to switch up your look, this is a great option as the tool is able to create four different types of wave. views on the short-form video app), undone waves are one of the biggest hair trends right now, with everyone from Kim Kardashian to Hailey Bieber and Margot Robbie sporting the voluminous look. It’s also worth noting that the waver has just three temperature settings – 160C, 170C and 180C – and, while this should be enough heat for most hair types, it would have been good to see a slightly higher option for those with particularly thick or textured hair. We also liked that the waver comes with a locking switch, which is ideal if you’re worried about someone else picking up the tool while it cools down and also for storage.However, there are a few things to consider, including that takes three hours to fully charge and can’t be used while plugged in, so you need to make sure there’s enough battery before getting started. Free from pesky cables, the Babyliss waver is incredibly simple to use and we loved how easy it made reaching the back of our head without getting tangled in wires. With make-up artist and all-round beauty guru Katie Jane Hughes publicly declaring her love for this gadget – she dubbed it her “favourite lazy girl wave tool” – we knew we had to give it a whirl and, we’re pleased to report, it didn’t disappoint. There are a whopping 25 heat options, meaning you can choose the right one for your hair type, and it even has an auto off switch (ideal for those of us who are always in a hurry).