Types of curling irons for hair and curls

It's no secret that all female representatives want to charm everyone and always. But it's also obvious that not all of them were lucky enough to be born with already luxurious curly hair. Do you want to have beautiful curls that everyone would admire and secretly envy?

Then you no longer need to regularly spend money on hairdressers to “beautify”, because, thanks to technological progress, you can do it right at home if you have such a wonderful thing as a curling iron.

REFERENCE: A curling iron is an electrical household appliance that is an ideal option for styling and modeling hair.

Main types of curling irons by design

Absolutely all curling irons are classified depending on the diameter, working surface coverage, power, number and functionality of attachments, cord length, ionizer, thermostat, temperature, timer and tongs.

1. Cylindrical (classic with clip): standard common curling irons. You can use them to straighten your hair or simply curl it.
2. Cone: considered a very popular type among those who know their advantages and disadvantages. The clamp is missing. The kit includes a heat-protective glove to hold your curls while using the device.
3. Spiral: have a special spiral attachment, thanks to which the curls will be clear, spiral-shaped or round. They will hold on long and strong.
4. Double: This type of device has two working surfaces that can create effortless zigzag waves. Often used by professionals.
5. Triple: consist of three cylinders that serve to create volume for curls. Belong to the professional category.
6. Automatic: allow you to do various curls very quickly and easily. Helps curl and iron hair in different directions.

Types of curling irons by temperature and power

Temperature and power are very important criteria, and this should not be forgotten. First of all, to use a curling iron at home, you need to choose one with a power of 20-50 W. If we take it on average, then at this power the heating rate of the device is equal to a minute.

For curls that are manageable, the temperature should be around 150 degrees. A higher temperature is needed for heavy hair - up to 200 degrees. And if the strands are dyed, then 90 degrees is the ceiling.

IMPORTANT: Monitor the set temperature on your device. The higher it is, the more your hair will deteriorate, so it is not recommended to use it daily.

Types of device coatings

ATTENTION: This is considered a very important aspect, as it directly affects the health of your hair!

1. Metal: the most not recommended type of coating. The only plus is the cheap price, otherwise there are only minuses.
2. Ceramic: Considered to be the best option due to its even heating and maintaining the health of your hair. However, the coating itself is very fragile.
3. Teflon: an equally popular type that protects your curls, but becomes unusable with frequent use.
4. Tourmaline: this coating is used on most new models of curling irons due to the excellent quality of shine, health and silkiness of curls. A very expensive variation.
5. Titanium: perhaps the most durable, reliable and safe coating. It has an impressive price, which is why it is not in mass demand.

Types of curling irons, differing in curling iron and diameter

1. Triangular: have a unique triangular nozzle that allows you to create sharp and unusual curls.
2. Corrugated: allows you to make waves of individual strands. They often have ceramic-coated plates.
3. Straighteners (“Irons”): are considered one of the best options for “unruly” curls due to the principle of working on moisture evaporation.
4. Hair dryer curling irons: a symbiosis of a hair dryer and a comb, they allow you to style any hair and add volume to your hair strands.
5. Zigzags: Makes curls more angular. Looks very creative.

For which curls what types of curling irons should I choose?

You can see photos of types of hair curling irons and curls in the article. Suitable for short hair: conical, straighteners, cylindrical, automatic (except too short), corrugated, triangular, hair dryer, zigzag (except too short).

Suitable for medium hair: double, triple, cone, straighteners, cylindrical, automatic, corrugated, triangular, hair dryer, zigzag.

Suitable for long hair: double, triple, cone, spiral, straighteners, cylindrical, automatic, corrugated, triangular, hair dryer, zigzag.

IMPORTANT: Not all curling irons can be used equally for different curls. It could harm them!