How to choose a curling iron hair

Make a smart curl at home in a few minutes - our mothers and grandmothers could only dream of such. Now it has become a reality - and all thanks to modern curling irons, which are able to twist hair into rings, spirals, zigzags or snakes. With such devices do not have to go for hours with uncomfortable curlers, and the harm from them is much less than even from the most benign chemical perm. It remains only to choose the right styler.

The best manufacturers of hair curls - which company to choose

Curling on curling can seriously harm the hair. To minimize this risk, it is better to choose devices from reputable manufacturers. They offer the most advanced forceps that cherish even thin and weak curls, exhausted by hydroperiod.

The store is tempted to buy a cheaper device, although the manufacturer’s name on the package doesn’t tell you anything.

If you are looking for a really high-quality and reliable styler, do not spare money to buy good forceps from any of the following brands:

• BaByliss;
• Remington;
• Philips;
• Rowenta;
• Braun.

Some of their models have already hit our ranking of the best hair curlers. But if you didn’t find such ploy in the store, you shouldn’t get upset. In the end, everyone's hair is different, so the styler will still have to be selected individually, taking into account its characteristics, equipment and other parameters.

The principle of operation and the device curling hair

Any hair curler consists of two main parts: a handle and a working surface - a roller with a clip that turns it into a kind of forceps. Inside this roller hides the heating element, which heats the metal sheath.

As a result of heat treatment, the hair wound on a curler “remembers” a new shape, and even strands turn into neat, identical curls. All management styler moved to the handle.

Depending on the implemented functionality, here can be placed:

1. On / off button;

2. Miniature mode control panel;

3. Display;

4. Roller rotation button;

5. Light indicators.

Inside the knob there is a thermal relay that monitors the heating temperature of the curling iron and turns off the heating element when certain values ​​are reached.

Power is supplied through the usual cord from the outlet. But since the styler has to rotate around its own axis several times for curling, the wire is usually fixed through a swivel.

The principle of operation of the ploies is extremely simple: it is enough to hold a strand of hair with heated forceps and wind it on a roller, leaving it for a few seconds. After that, using the “grip” lever, you can loosen and pull the cushion out of the resulting curl.

Today, new devices are gaining popularity, which independently drag their hair into the inner chamber, automatically twisting them onto a hot rod.

Types of hair curls

Cylindrical (classic)

The most common models with a rod of circular cross section. They are easy to use, they may differ in roll diameter, and some are sold at once with several interchangeable nozzles, allowing you to experiment with the shape of curls.

Conventional curling iron heats up to +200 .. + 230 ° C, but in advanced models one can find about a dozen additional temperature regimes.

The length of the roller in such devices can reach 25-35 cm, diameter 10-25 mm. The power cord is usually not too long - about 1.5-2 m, since these curling irons are mainly intended for home use.

Pros:

• Long clips tightly lock the straps;
• May have several temperature regimes for any type of hair;
• Simple and easy to use;
• Suitable for styling of any length.

Minuses:

• A short wire that is not always convenient if there is no outlet near the mirror;
• The buttons on the handle are easy to grab when curling.

Cone-shaped

The main advantage of such models is the effect of natural curls, since the cone-shaped roller makes wide curls at the base and reduces their size at the tips. These curling irons are considered semi-professional, since it is very difficult to use them at home.

The power of the cone-shaped stylers reaches 25 W, the maximum heating temperature is +180 .. + 200 ° C with a number of modes up to 13. The roller diameter varies from 16-26 to 23-33 mm, with a standard length of 25-30 cm.

Pros:

• Make natural curls;
• Have a large number of temperature regimes;
• Give a long curling effect up to 2 days;
• Long power cord about 3 m.

Minuses:

• Cost higher than standard curling;
• Independently make styling is very difficult.

Spiral

From the previous pleyok differ in roller design. Here it has a spiral chute, in which it is necessary to lay a curl in order to get clear afro-curls. Accordingly, there is no longer a long clamp - at best, there is a short retainer at the base, which does not allow the tips to unwind.

Spiral curling irons have a standard power of 25-30 W and can heat up to +180 .. + 190 ° С. The number of modes is small - a maximum of 6, if it is an advanced model of a famous brand.

The diameter of the roller varies from 20 to 30 mm, with a length of up to 20-25 cm, while it can be both cylindrical and cone-shaped.

Pros:

• You can create beautiful curls;
• The effect lasts up to 2 days;
• They have a long (up to 3.5 m) rotating cord;
• In some models, grooves are made with insulating plates, protecting hands from burns.

Minuses:

• High price;
• It is difficult to find a suitable model for long hair.

Double

Such devices are exclusively professional. And if the spiral and cone-shaped curling irons with a certain skill can be used at home, then with these stylers it is almost impossible to get the right curls without outside help.

The reason is that they do not have clamps and are shaped like a tuning fork. That is, the working part here is a "fork" of two parallel rods, on which you need to manually wound the strands, at the risk of getting burned.

The heating temperature of double ploek reaches +200 .. + 210 ° C, the diameter of the rollers usually does not exceed 13-15 cm.

Pros:

• You can twist hair on rollers in different ways and experiment with the shape of curls;
• Suitable for styling even very long hair;
• The uniform heating of both rollers provides a high-quality perm along the entire length of the strands.

Minuses:

• The absence of at least some locking clamps;
• There is a risk of burning your hands;
• Without assistance to make styling is unreal.

Triple

Represent a hybrid of double curling iron with an iron. They do not twist the strands along the entire length, but clamp them between two relief platforms, creating S-shaped curls in only one place.

Triple curling irons are the most powerful of all, consuming up to 130 W and heating up to maximum +210 .. + 230 ° С. There are about 15 temperature regimes, the handle is often equipped with a small display. Nominal diameter of the rollers corresponds to 25-32 mm.

Pros:

• A large number of thermal conditions;
• Beautiful shape of curls;
• Long cord (up to 4 m);
• No need to cheat anything.

Minuses:

• Not cheap;
• To curl the correct curls on your own will be difficult;
• Not suitable for styling short hair.

Options for selecting hair curlers

Power

From this characteristic depends not so much the maximum temperature of the curling, as the time it takes to set it.

1. If you are looking for a styler for home use, you can use power from 25 to 50 watts.

2. If the time for laying in the morning is sorely lacking, you can take a professional model for the cabin, issuing from 50 to 130 watts.

Forceps coating

The simplest curling irons are made of stainless metal without any coating. But such devices are suitable only for girls with healthy hair and for infrequent use, because they can seriously damage the curls. If we take the device with a conventional steel roller, it is desirable that it provides for temperature control - this will make the perm more gentle.

The curling irons with different coatings on the roller show themselves much better, allowing them to be used even on weakened hair and for frequent styling:

1. Teflon - non-stick layer (as in pans) does not allow to burn hair. Alas, over time, it scratches or completely cracks, losing its protective properties.

2. Ceramics - used in the production of semi-professional and professional curling irons. Here the roller is heated evenly, besides the ceramic devices create the effect of ionization, protecting the hair both during hot styling and after it.

3. Tourmaline - curling irons with such a coating are considered the most harmless to hair and also have the function of an ionizer, restoring natural shine and strength to curls.

4. Titan - by its properties it practically does not differ from the tourmaline coating, but it has the best non-stick characteristics, high strength and heats up a little faster. Alas, the price of such curling is very high.

There are less common types of spraying, for example, glass-ceramic or titanium ceramics. They are practically devoid of the drawbacks of mono-coatings, but are mainly used in professional devices for curling.

The presence of a thermostat

The ability to set a certain heating temperature of the curling wire will allow you to do a perm on hair of any type, without causing them significant harm.

When choosing, be sure to pay attention to those modes that are in your device:

1. +60 .. + 80 ° С - suitable for very thin and splitting hair, but at this temperature you can get only light curls that will not last long;

2. +100 .. + 120 ° С - gentle mode for soft strands;

3. +150 .. + 180 ° С - at this temperature it is possible to curl hard and unruly hair or normal, if they are damaged by staining;

4. Around +200 ° C - allowed only for laying tough, but naturally healthy strands.

These are only recommended modes for curling different types of hair. You also have to take into account the material of the forceps when choosing. If it is pure metal, it is better to set the temperature 20-30 degrees lower. With a curling iron having a good non-stick coating, it is possible to exceed a given threshold.

Roller diameter

Strict recommendations will not be here, since this indicator determines only the size of the obtained curls - from 10 to 50 mm. The only thing to consider here is the length of your hair.

For curling short strands, forceps with a small roller diameter of 19 to 25 mm are suitable, but the longer the haircut you have, the thicker the curling should be.

Replaceable nozzles

If you like to experiment with styling, you should purchase classic tongs with additional nozzles. Determine their number yourself, but try not to buy devices with an abundance of different heads.

Manufacturers complete curling with various nozzles, offering a choice of:

1. Cylindrical rollers of large and small diameter;

2. Triangular or conical nozzles;

3. Removable spirals;

4. Heads with round brushes for giving volume;

5. Flat irons for leveling.

What hair curler to choose

1. If you need a budget curling iron, and the hair itself is quite healthy, you can take a simple metal device with a power of 20-30 watts without extra attachments. The thermostat in this case is highly desirable, since ordinary steel can overheat greatly.

2. Those who do hot styling more than once or twice a week, it is better to take a good forceps with tourmaline or titanium coating up to 50 watts.These are not cheap models, so the default is to have a reliable temperature controller.

3. Looking for a middle ground between decent quality and reasonable price? Buy teflon-coated curling iron. It is desirable that a set of additional attachments go with it. The thermostat is optional, if the hair is all right.

4. Owners of thin and loose hair fit curling, rollers which are completely made of ceramic. Yes, they will require careful handling, but they will definitely not burn your curls. The presence of a heating regulator is mandatory, replaceable nozzles are optional. But you should not chase after high power - all the same, you will not be able to use modes over +120 .. + 150 ° C.

How much is a curling iron for hair

1. Conventional metal models cost from 330 to 5100 rubles;

2. Teflon is already pulled at 700-7500;

3. Ceramic tongs cost 1-9 thousand rubles;

4. Tourmaline - from 2,200 to 12,000 rubles;

5. The most expensive - titanium curling, the price for them will be within 4-16 thousand.