To find the best bubble machines, we spoke with Michelle Felder, LCSW, MA, therapist, parenting coach, and founder and CEO of Parenting Pathfinders, and with Laurie Leahey, senior editor at Toys, Tots, Pets, and More, about playtime safety and what to look for in a bubble machine. Moreover, we reviewed guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on healthy outdoor play and the benefits of playing with bubbles, like gross and fine motor skill development.A pediatric psychologist on our Review Board also reviewed this article for medical accuracy and integrity around bubble safety, age recommendations, the benefits of playing with bubbles, and more. If you ask us, the easiest way to curl your hair is by having a wand do it for you. This smart tool utilizes dual-rotation technology that creates bouncy waves in minutes. To use it, take the section of hair you want to curl and put it in the small part of the clamp. Then, turn the wand in the direction you want the curl to go, press the button, and watch as it curls your hair for you!

First things first, you should use a curling wand when your hair is dry. To avoid heat damage, you should also spray your hair with a heat protectant before you begin styling it. From there, take a section of your hair and wrap it around the wand. “Wrapping the hair away from the face will give you a classic natural wave and wrapping it towards your face will provide you with more of a glam look,” explains Gueldner. “You can hold for a shorter or longer amount of time, depending on the curl you want to achieve.”Several of these BeamZ professional bubble maker machines are in use at West Ham United football ground, and can be seen on television or at a match, pumping out a mass of bubbles along to the classic 'forever blowing bubbles' team song. Pro Bubble Machine

A curling tong is a styling tool with a straight barrel that opens and clamps your hair in place as you curl. Use it to create even curls or bouncy ringlets. Give Some Oomph to Your Curls with the 10 Best Curling Irons for Fine Hair How and when should you clean a curling wand? Just like wands come with varying barrel sizes, they also come with different heat settings. To avoid damaging to your hair, it’s best to select a curling wand that offers adjustable temperature settings. (We will note that while the ghd Creative Curl Tapered Curling Wand only has one heat setting, it is preset at 365 degrees, which is the optimal temperature for styling hair.) Having a range of different temperature options is ideal because this will allow you to customize the heat based on your hair type’s specific needs. (Most of the wands on this list offer around five to 15 different heat settings.)Not all bubble solutions are the same. You would think that there can't be ineffective bubble solution, but it's out there, especially at dollar store types of places. Beware the super-cheap no-brand stuff that might be a complete waste of time and money. Our two favorites are Fubbles and Gazillion Bubbles. Have you ever tried to nail the loose waves look with your round curling iron, only to find that you’ve ended up with Shirley Temple curls? Thankfully, that won’t happen with the ghd Classic Wave Oval Curling Wand. Dana Fountain, owner of Pin Me Up and a beauty content creator in Chicago, recommends this oval-shaped curling wand to both her clients and professional stylists, too. “The ghd Classic Wave is meant for waves more than curls, and many people try to achieve waves with all sorts of curling wands and irons,” says Fountain.

Bubble machines are a magical way to release built-up energy (and promote developmental skills) without the hard work of repeatedly blowing through a wand. They often require batteries or plug into an electrical outlet to help create some of the best summertime memories. An important safety note: It’s best to play with a bubble machine on outdoor surfaces with good traction, such as grass, rather than concrete, due to the slippery bubble solution. The Kidzlane Bubble Machine spits out 500 to 1,000 bubbles a minute, making it a great option for outdoor events like summer barbecues and birthday parties. This fun machine needs six AA batteries to work (not included), which provide enough power to last up to 30 minutes at a time. We appreciate its stable base that helps prevent spills and the light at the top of the dolphin's head for nighttime bubble fun. Most bubble machines are plastic, like the Zerhunt Durable Automatic Bubble Blower and CoComelon Musical Bubble Machine; others may be metal, such as the Theefun Plug-In Kids Bubble Machine with Remote Control. Metal is more durable than plastic and will likely last longer. However, durability really comes down to how you care for the machine. Be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions on how to clean and store your bubble machine so it will last as long as possible. What we really love about this wand is that it creates small, tight ringlets that last for hours. If these curls are too tight compared to your natural hair, just run your fingers through them once they cool down. This will ensure they blend in with the rest.This wand is pretty easy to use and creates beachy, tousled waves without much effort. It creates loose waves that stay in place all day, and also adds a smoothing and shine factor to your strands as well. One issue we found with this wand is that it’s a little bit on the shorter side, so if you have really long hair, you might not be able to curl your hair all the way up to your roots. On top of that, this wand evenly distributes heat throughout, so each strand is perfectly curled. For best results, spray hair with a heat protectant before using this tool. If your hair is very frizzy, we suggest coating your strands in a light oil (like the Moroccanoil Treatment) after you’re done styling. This will make curls even more glossy. This tool is a very good investment for the price, too, as it will last you for years. Overtime, though, the on/off button can get jammed making it a bit annoying to turn it on. This wand does not have a built-in safety stand, so be sure to keep an eye on it while you’re using it. Some wands are smaller and more discreet, while others are large and in charge. Many come with a variety of different speeds and settings, and some even have remote and app connectivity. These days, a lot of options are wireless, but some wands have cords, meaning you never have to charge them (and won’t lose power in the middle of play). The head of the wand vibrator should be made out of a non-porous material, like silicone, that’s soft and easy to clean. If you want to take your wand into the tub or shower, make sure to buy one that’s waterproof. Lastly, be sure to pair any silicone vibe with water-based lube, which won’t break down the toy’s material, unlike silicone lubes, which may cause deterioration. The best wand vibrators to buy right now GHI tip: Whatever your hair type, apply heat protection spray and ensure hair is completely dry before styling. Wet or even damp hair is more fragile and prone to breakage. How we test

In a drastic leap up in physical size and power output over anything else on the market comes the BeamZ BG7000 giant bubble machine. We will note that the wand doesn’t show you what temperature you’re using it at. Instead, one of five LED lights will shine depending on what setting you have it at. (These five lights are at the base of the wand, above the On/Off button.) It would be more intuitive for the wand to display the temperature, but regardless, it’s still one of our favorites. The T3 Switch Kit Curl Trio is a favorite among hairstylists. It has three attachments that can be used interchangeably when attached to the product’s base — including two straight barrels (½-inch and 1¼-inches) and a 1½-inch clip barrel. Each can be used to achieve different kinds of curls, including undone, tousled, and loose waves. Aside from protecting hair from heat damage, the newest version of the Airwrap comes with re-engineered attachments that offer faster and easier styling. Along with the beloved curling barrels (which are 1.2 inches and 1.6 inches), it also comes with a smoothing hair dryer, soft smoothing brush, firm smoothing brush, and round volumizing brush, making the tool five in one. With over five years’ experience in beauty and health journalism, Florence has written for ELLE, Women’s Fitness, Sister Magazine, National Geographic Traveller and many more, with a strong sustainability angle thread through much of her work.Bubble machines come in all shapes, sizes, and powers, from simple user-operated bubble guns to more powerful professional-grade machines. Most bubble machines on the market today require minimal setup. Some are automatic, which means they’ll turn on right out of the box with batteries or after plugging into an outlet. This truly impressive pro bubble machine stands 1.5m tall and is permanently fitted into a custom touring case design. With removable side panels and heavy-duty casters to help move it around its been designed to be a high-performance bubble maker like no other.