Curling BaByliss: what are and how to use?

A brand with the name BaByliss, which appeared in Paris, immediately became innovative in the field of home curls due to the fact that the brand began to offer its customers unexpected and comfortable models of pins. The process of creating a beautiful and sophisticated look has become simpler, more convenient and more diverse, since products from BaByliss are able to replace several similar devices. Quality while saving time is the main motto of the brand.

The popularity of curling products, in particular, flat from the company Babyliss, is due to its constant desire to expand the range of products and improve its quality. All products of the company, from cone forceps to “wave” plates, are produced with an orientation to their professional use. At the same time, such an orientation in the production of products does not in any way prejudice the convenience of their use in everyday life.

Brand products have a number of well-known advantages in their work.

• Specialization in the production of devices for their professional use for hair care.
• High level of product manufacturing quality and their ergonomics.
• A wide range of proposed devices allows you to choose the best design option, focusing on the individual characteristics of the client’s hair structure.
• Ample opportunities to create different hairstyles. So, the device can very well be used both as a rectifier and as a curling iron for curls.
• The ability to adjust the temperature of the heating devices allows you to set the desired mode for various types of hairstyles, while avoiding damage to the hair. Fast heating devices.
• The keratin coating of the instruments provides hair protection from damage, and makes it possible to give them a smooth and shiny appearance. This ensures a long shelf life of the hairstyle.
• Relatively affordable level of product prices.

All devices from BaByliss are conventionally divided into 3 groups.

1. Devices that can be used for both dry and wet strands. Available with functionally expanding nozzles, such as a steam comb. The product contains a tank filled with water, which, when heated, emits steam. Under the influence of steam, the locks when combing are easily straightened, while moisturizing. These models are usually equipped with a special coating of titanium and are used to completely straighten the curls. In everyday life they are called 2 in 1.
2. Devices with nozzles for processing curls of various volumes. Sold in various configurations, for different types of hair.
3. Standard type devices without nozzles. As a rule, these are travel device options that allow you to quickly put your hair in order.

A number of models are equipped with interchangeable plates to form curls of various configurations. Irons are made of high quality materials, only plates are heated, which ensures the reliability and safety of devices in operation.

The price of rectifiers starts at about 1,500 rubles and is consistent with the level of quality.

The materials used in the manufacture of the plates are perhaps one of the most important criteria for choosing products, since the health of the hair depends on this. The plates are made narrow and wide, and depending on the materials can be Teflon, tourmaline, ceramic, titanium, tungsten, keratin, jadeite and combined.

• Teflon. Since Teflon is heated unevenly, it is often necessary to repeat operations with strands repeatedly to obtain their desired shape.
• Tourmaline - have the ability to ionize. The ionization effect used in the models is based on IonMultiplier technology, which allows you to actively generate the outcome of negative ions, which give the hair more softness and docility. In addition, the hair is released from static electricity, and the hair takes on a healthier appearance and retains its natural moisture. The price of such devices is higher; plates are made by spraying onto the surface of tourmaline crumbs.
• Ceramic - plates with a smooth structure, not quite durable. Over time, under the influence of styling tools, they become covered with spots that prevent the free sliding of curls.
• Titanium - The most expensive and durable plates. They warm evenly, which prevents the hair from drying out.
• Keratin coating It provides reliable protection against damage to the hair, allows you to give them smoothness and shine, providing a long shelf life.

The type of plates largely determines the cost of the entire product. Cheap teflon coating is not used by the company.

The size of the working surface of the device determines the appearance of the curls. For example, a small diameter gives a smaller and more elastic curl, a larger one forms a natural and wonderful bend. Most often on sale you can see curling irons with typical sizes - 38, 32, 25, 19 mm. A product with a diameter of 19 mm has worked well for hair that is difficult to curl.

Structurally and in form, several types and devices, and nozzles for them, are distinguished.

• Cylindrical (round) - curling irons with cylindrical nozzles are universal and allow you to create truly Hollywood hairstyles. The main role in this is played by the dimensions of the nozzles across, the most popular is the adaptation of 30 mm in diameter. To form a curl, you need to twist the strand around the cylinder. Curling parameters, time and method of curling depend on your wishes.

• Corrugation. The plates for the devices are wave-shaped. The strands are placed between them and clamped for a short time. This allows you to create some waviness and bulk curls. In the corrugation process, the strands are not electrified. This type of styling adorns many women. The device is also used to give the curls a basal volume.

• Double or triple devicesare created to simplify the winding process. They allow you to create original forms. The double curling iron consists of 2 working elements, and the strands on them are wound in the form of an eight, which gives the curls a zigzag shape. The triple device is unusual in appearance. Its working surfaces are represented by three elements, one of which, when opened, is fixed separately from the other two. Sandwiched between the plates of the hair gets a neat waviness.

• Triangular (conical). Remind in the form of a cone. Usually equipped with additional nozzles, thanks to which another kind of zigzag curls is created. The winding process is similar to using cylindrical planes. Cone-shaped curling irons allow you to get the most natural curls with different thicknesses of turns.

• Spiral deviceswhose mechanism of operation is similar to the operation of standard tweezers. The strands are wrapped around the body of the device, and under the temperature influence they get the necessary shapes in the form of curls. The body of the device is a cylindrical relief, spiral-shaped. In the course of work, the strands are laid in the recesses, due to this, stable spiral-like curls are formed.

Varieties of models are represented by several main types (functionally: curling iron, curling iron-styler, curling iron-hair dryer) including professional ones with nozzles.

• Babyliss ST395EI Pro 230 STEAM - One of the types of steam irons with strong plates made of titanium. The device has several temperature conditions, it quickly and evenly warms up, protects curls from the accumulation of static. The model is equipped with a retractable comb, providing the greatest degree of evenness of curls, and good efficiency in maintaining the degree of their moisture.

• BaByliss ST230E - a multifunctional option (curling iron-styler), which allows you to straighten and “sculpt” the hairstyle used to form the root volume. The products are equipped with ultra-smooth spraying and a special display for displaying temperature heating indicators.

• BaByliss Pro BAB2073EPE - has 5 modes of operation and a perfect temperature control system. The device is designed to straighten dry, weakened hair. It is equipped with complementary equipment (special mat and gloves). Heating and cooling are quick.

• BaByliss BAB2654NTE - a productive model suitable for straightening strands of various quality and length. Allows short haircuts to quickly add the required volume, while maintaining styling for up to two days. Supports 5 activity modes.

• BAB2660EPE - A model with fast heating and several modes of activity. It is used to treat large curls of hair of various types. Equipped with ultra-smooth work surface. It has the function of reliable mounting of plates, can be powered from the mains with different voltages.

• PRO BAB2191SEPE UltraSonic Cool Mist - a universal device that works with and without steam. It is equipped with keratin fast heating plates with a control of the level of intensity of influence on the strands. It has a removable water tank, ultrasonic steam generation (new), equipped with an electronic screen and a digital temperature controller.

• ST325E has as its purpose the care of medium and short haircuts. Innovative Diamond Ceramic Plates.

• BaByliss ST270E - curling iron with double plates and ceramic surfaces. Tweezers arranged in a wavy manner to form a lush hairstyle or small curls. The range of heating varies. The device is simple and convenient to use.

• BaByliss ST495E - a 2-in-1 device with ultrasonic steam generation, equipped with a comb designed to form curls of various sizes. Successfully moisturizes and straightens strands of various types and lengths.

• BaByliss ST389E - a stylish, compact-looking device that gives the strands the desired sheen, removing static potential from them. The model quickly heats up, is equipped with convenient adjustment of the degree of heating, efficient and safe.

Recently, automatic devices are gaining popularity, which, having rotating elements, are able to spin curls themselves. Self-tightening mechanisms in these stylers are simple and work reliably. Just put the strand in the right place. The temperature of the hair treatment is determined automatically. At the same time, a special sound signal informs about the readiness of the curl.

When buying an iron, it is recommended to consider a number of basic aspects:

• types of plates (ceramic, teflon, titanium, etc.);
• the presence of additional functions (ionization or steam treatment);
• power value (it is believed that a device with a power of more than 100 W can harm the structure of the strands);
• the presence of components (rugs, covers);
• types of nozzles for different types of styling (it will help to create a new look every day).

Actual for selection are the type of hair and the purpose of the device.

If you need to regularly perform a simple operation to straighten curls, you should give preference to a simple straightener with keratin plates.

If sometimes there is a need to form curls or create a basal volume, then in this case there are two options:

• 2 in 1 device (with two types of plates);
• product with a number of different nozzles.

For thin, brittle, damaged hair, use models with a special coating designed for gentle straightening. These products are specially marked on the packaging. The tweezers of such devices are equipped with special plates for performing operations using special protective foams or sprays.

For elongated, stiff and very thick curls, the best option would be the Babyliss Pro series devices, equipped with keratin-titanium alloy coated plates, ensuring safe and guaranteed achievement of the expected effects. These devices are productive for the formation of deep waves in curls.

General recommendations for choosing a device:

• before purchasing a model, hold it a little in your hands, evaluate its convenience;
• first find out if a special stand is included with the device that allows you to conveniently and safely place it in the process of work;
• during operation, stylers with a rotating wire more than two meters long are convenient;
• purchase devices with automatic shutdown, which protects against possible burns and fires;
• it is preferable to purchase products with temperature regulators to maintain healthy hair.

The high quality of Babyliss products allows you to curl your hair in various styles with your own hands, without resorting to the help of masters.

A careful reading of the instructions for use of the purchased device will guarantee its correct and safe use. Most of the instructions are similar, but individual models have their own slight specifics in use for styling. Here we dwell on some general, but important points. In most cases, the sequence of operations is the same, whether it is hair straightening or a Hollywood wave.

For simple hair straightening, a number of simple operations should be performed.

1. Set the required temperature mode of the device.
2. Rinse hair with shampoo using a hair conditioner.
3. Dry hair using a towel.
4. Apply heat protectant to curls.
5. Comb your hair thoroughly.
6. Using a comb, divide hair into a number of zones. Carefully at the very roots, press a separate strand with an iron and gradually pull it down. If the device has a comb, then it is more convenient to use it.
7. Apply the procedure to all selected zones.

In some cases, 2-3 sections are skipped and proceed immediately to the use of thermal protectants.

Twisting curls with an iron is quite simple. Initially, the hair is washed with shampoo using an air conditioner, it is slightly dried, and then a heat-protective agent, foam or styling mousse is applied. Next, perform the following steps:

• divide the hair into strands, and the upper ones are slightly combed (to form an additional volume), pulled and secured with hairpins in the upper part of the head;
• a thin strand is clamped from below with an iron and rotated so that the strand repeatedly twists around the tweezers;
• in this position, the device is held for several seconds;
• in a leisurely, pulling motion, lower the device down, while freeing the strands;
• if necessary, you can adjust the curl with your hands;
• the procedure is repeated with the remaining strands;
• the resulting installation is fixed with varnish.

In the vast majority of cases, reviews on BaByliss products are positive. First of all, the quality of devices, their functionality and versatility are noted. Especially users note the possibility of replacing tabs and the use of various nozzles, which can significantly increase the functionality of devices. The manufacturer specifically cares about the ease of use of devices, paying great attention to the design and ergonomics of products. At the same time, security issues and respect for women are not ignored.

For some models, the presence of excess weight is noted, which becomes the cause of fatigue of the hands in the process. This is a perfectly feasible task for the work of the company's engineers to further improve the products.

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