Technically, this isn't a curling wand or a curling tong, but it's one of the best hair tools on the market for creating long lasting curls. This even curls poker straight Oriental hair, and the curl holds for more than 24 hours! A brilliant choice for those of you with hard to curl hair. Titanium: these barrels are good for hair that’s coarse, hard to heat or unmanageable, while containing the same negative ions that help reduce frizz and protect hair as tourmaline. To get a long lasting curl, heated hair tongs*, wands* and rollers* are the best options. Hair Straighteners* can be used for a softer look too.

The protective cool tip provides a safe place to grip the tool, while the nifty safety stand means you’ll never run the risk of burning your carpet – or your house down, since the curling tong will automatically switch off when left unattended for 30 minutes. A ceramic coating helps to keep hair in good health, and a 3m cord allows for ultimate flexibility during styling. Key details – Styling method: Hot air with Coandă effect hair wrapping; Barrel size: 31.75mm; Heat settings: 3; Cool blast: Yes; Cord length: 2.44m Every curling wand tends to have a slight learning curve, especially if you haven’t used one before. You’ll get used to how to maneuver this product easily, though, so you shouldn’t worry about its use at all. As this unit only has one heat setting, all you’ll really need to know is whether this tool is turned on or off. Its LED indicator light gets this job done effectively. If the light is on, then you can be sure that the unit is hot and ready to use. Like the original Airwrap this is a premium hairstyling tool at a premium price, but the speed and quality of the curls produced by the Airwrap, plus the benefits to hair health, make it worth the investment if you curl your hair regularly.If you find that curling your hair with a long, straight wand makes your arms ache, the Hot Tools Curl Bar might bight be the answer to your prayers. Its unconventional, right-angled shape allows users to curl their hair without ever raising their arms above their head. While expensive, it’s lightweight and exceptionally well-built, with a brilliant temperature range and an innovative built-in timer that helps time your curls to perfection. That, paired with the heated barrel’s uniform diameter, means you can get consistent curls every time. After styling you can keep the curls as they are, or brush them out while the hair is warm for a Hollywood-style wave. What exactly do you need to curl your hair? Well, some people may not want to use heat, so you can use No Heat Rollers*, or plait your hair when damp for a wavy look. Well, I've tried to take some of the mystery out of curler shopping, by showing you exactly what each style of tong/wand/styler does to the hair (or my hair, to be more precise). Because I don't know about you, but when it comes to beauty I want need visuals. I want to see if the results are worth dropping all that hard earned cash on. A finalist for the 2015 Beauty Magazine Awards, you’re pretty much guaranteed of the high quality of this tool. It may seem like a good idea to go for a curling wand that reaches the hottest temperatures, but keep in mind that such a model won’t always deliver the best results. While a higher temperature will speed up styling, it could also cause more breakage and leave hair looking lifeless – which isn’t a look you want.

Despite looking very similar, not all curling wands are made from the same material. It’s actually rather important to know what the difference is when choosing a device, since some of these materials are better for your hair than others. There are many different types of tongs and wands available to buy in stores and online, so here's the lowdown on what all of the different ones can do for you... A wand hasn't got a clamp, so you must wrap the hair around with your hand and hold it there. The good thing is you can pull the hair taut for a tighter curl, or gentler for a looser look. Watch out, these take practice so watch your hands! Lee Stafford is a brand that I’ve grown up using. However, this is the first hair tool that I’ve tried from Lee Stafford. The Coco Loco Wonderball Wand features a 25mm barrel, swivel cord and a tourmaline-ceramic barrel that is infused with coconut oil. This is the feature I was most interested in. It claims that the coconut oil within the coating of the barrel helps to leave the hair smooth, soft and shiny as the heat from the curler transfers the coconut oil onto each hair shaft. Lee Stafford Coco Loco Wonderball Wand The best curling wands and tongs you can buy in 2023 1. BaByliss Curling Wand Pro: Best budget curling wand for long hairTo ensure the effective and even distribution of heat, this product has a ceramic coating for its skinny barrel. This also makes it suitable for all hair types and guarantees smooth and silky results. During testing, we measure the time the tool takes to heat up after being switched on, and then how long it takes to style a full head of hair (noting the hair length and texture that we are testing on). We also evaluate the overall ease of use of the curling wand, how it feels in the hand, and the finish and feel of the hair after curling. We also note how well styles last over a typical day of wear. Before now, I’ve only tried ‘normal’ curling wands as well as the Babyliss Curl Secret. So, this unique looking curling wand was interesting to try out. I’ve used it quite a few times now and it is surprisingly easy to use. This is particularly the case as with my normal curlers my hair can slide off, but that doesn’t happen with this wand. The market is flooded with heated hair tools, but we have narrowed it down so you can see which are the best curling tongs and wands out there.