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August 29, 2013

3 Best Curling Wands Under $100

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Though it might sound crazy, right after you have straightened your hair for 2 hours, you might then decide to put some curls back in your hair. Don’t worry! I completely understand. You want the kind of curls you might see on your favorite actress, those romantic curls that bounce when you walk. If this is the look you are after, then look no further than a curling wand.

 

 

Curling wands are a relatively new kind of hair styling tool. The concept is basically just a regular curling iron without the clamp. I personally hate the clamps on curling irons and I am so glad hair care companies came up with this new design. Trying to use the  curling iron  and the clamp without getting unwanted crimps in my hair was frustrating at best.

 

Eventually, I just stopped using the clamp and just wrapped my hair around the barrel. But that still didn’t work because it didn’t seem to get hot enough to curl my hair. And frankly, that stupid clamp was in the way. Apparently I wasn’t the only one dealing with this issue and now hair care companies have come to the rescue and solved the problem.

 

There are 3 main types of curling wands

1) Regular Clipless Curling Wands

2) Curling Wands with interchangeable heads

3) Curling Wands with Curl Guides

 

I have scoured the internet to find the best curling wands under $100 in each category. Why under $100? Because I really don’t think you have to spend that much on a curling wand to make beautiful curls.

 

 

Best Regular Clipless Curling Wand: BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium ConiCurl

 

 The Babyliss Pro ConiCurl is one of the most popular curling wands. It’s a tapered wand that goes from “1/2 to “1. It heats instantly and goes up to 450 degrees. The barrel is made out of titanium which is my favorite material for my styling tools to be made from. It also has a cool tip so you don’t get burned (hopefully).

 

What do the users of the Babyliss Pro ConiCurl say?

 

They love it! They say the curls look professional. But the biggest claim to fame was that the curls last all day. Some said it even lasted for a few days. The tool is also lightweight so their arms don’t get tired while using it.

 

Of course there are always some cons with any products. One user said that because her hair is so straight it slips off of the barrel. This might be the case with any curling wand so a regular curling iron like the Hot Tools curling iron might work better for this hair type. Some people also didn’t like the tapered feature because they felt it made it harder to use.

 

Overall it got almost 5 stars and at a little under $30 at Amazon, it really is a steal.

 

 

Best Curling Wand with interchangeable heads: FAHRENHEIT 4 in One Curling Iron

 

 The coolest thing about the Fahrenheit (pun intended) 4 in 1 curling is that it has 4 interchangeable heads. This means you can choose between 4 different size barrels to get the look you are going for that day. The head sizes are: 1/2-1 inch, 3/4 inch, 1.25 inch & 1.5 inch. It is also ceramic and tourmaline, both of which help decrease your chances of getting heat damaged hair. And unlike the Babyliss wand, this one comes with a heat resistant glove to protect your hand from being burned. Score!

 

But what do the reviewers of the Fahrenheit 4 in 1 curling wand say?

 

They say that it heats up quickly and allows you to change the temperature to wherever you need it. The glove makes it easier to use and switching to a different head is easy. Most importantly, it creates beautiful, shiny, and soft curls that last and last.

 

However, as you know it wasn’t all good…

 

One user said her’s broke after 2 months so if you get this please be sure to register it so you can get the warranty, just in case. One user complained that the two smallest barrels are the same size except one is tapered and one is not.

 

Despite the complaints, the Fahrenheit 4 in 1 is still the best curling wand with interchangeable heads. And at a cost of $48 many users say that it is cheaper at Amazon than it was at other stores who sold it.

 

Best Curling Wand with Curl Guides: Bed Head Rock ‘n’ Roller

 

The Bed Head Rock’n’Roller is definitely the most unique looking of the three wands. That unique look is what is supposed to make it easier for your to curl your hair. This type of curling wand is probably good for those with really fine hair because the hair has something to grab onto. Another feature is that it is ceramic and tourmaline so it makes your hair feel soft to the touch.

 

So what do the users say about the Bed Head RocknRoller?

 

The users once again so the curls last for hours. Many say that they don’t need to use hair spray and the curls will still sometimes stay overnight. And of course the curls are beautiful and shiny and bouncy as curls should be.

 

But…

 

One user said the Bed Head didn’t curl their hair at all and they had to send it back. Another user said that her’s wouldn’t turn on at all (yikes!). And another reviewer said that the curl wasn’t defined enough and was more like a beach wave.

 

What I would say to that user would be to keep practicing and she may eventually get the curl she wants. It may be a little more difficult to use than the other types which is another con but I don’t think it is terribly difficult or no one would use it.

 

Overall, if you have fine hair or need the built in guides to assist you, then this is the best curling wand for you. You can get it at Amazon for under $30.

 

Curling wands are a newer concept but don’t let that scare you. Any one of these three tools would be easy to use and able to get you the soft beautiful curls you desire…right after you’ve straightened your hair of course!