Hollywood curls are a universal hairstyle that looks relevant both at a gala event and in ordinary life. You can create it using a curling iron. We will figure out which device is needed to create large curls, and what to look for when buying a device.
Variety Overview
Curling irons for creating large curls are characterized primarily by a diameter of 30-32 mm. They are designed for medium length hair and long strands. And the longer the hair is, the larger the diameter you can get a curling iron. However, if you use it on short hair, you will not get curls, but only an increased volume.
The diameter of the curling iron may be larger than 33 mm (up to 50 mm), however, the curls in this case will be less elastic, more likely to get waves.
Cylindrical
Such curling irons are sometimes called classical - the heating element looks like a cylinder, and a clamp is usually provided for fixing the locks.
The cylindrical curling iron can be equipped with a spiral nozzle having slots. These slots are located at an equal distance from each other, a lock of hair is inserted into them.
Out of habit, the process may seem dreary and time-consuming, however, using the nozzle allows you to get perfect curls with a uniform curl.
Conical
The cone curling iron as a whole has structural features similar to classical models. However, the forceps themselves are characterized by a conical shape - they taper towards the end of the curling iron. This allows you to get more natural curls - wide at the roots and smaller to the tip of the strand.
Besides, cone curling iron usually does not have the usual clamp. This, in turn, eliminates the likelihood of “jammed” tips appearing in the package. However, it requires some skill from the user. You have to manually put the tip on the curling iron and fix it with a spinning lock over the top.
The use of special thermal gloves allows you to avoid burns. In most cases, they are sold complete with a styler.
Double
In general, this option is similar to the classic cylindrical curling iron, however, instead of one heating element there are two. They have the same diameter and uniform heating. The strand is stretched between the cylinders, after which it is wrapped around each working surface (in the manner of lacing from the corset). Sometimes such devices are equipped with a third cylinder provided for fixing the wound strand.
Using such a device, waves are usually obtained, and the styling is characterized by maximum naturalness.
Triangular
An unusual type of styler, the feature of which is a triangular heating part. If in the section of the previous models there is a circle, then in this design there is an isosceles triangle.
Such a styler allows you to get the so-called "torn curls", as well as very elastic curls. The model is optimal for owners of thick hair.
Square
A square curling iron, as the name implies, is one whose heating section has a square in cross section. The model also allows you to get elastic graphic curls, and creases (which are considered a defect when using familiar planes) become a "chip" and the main aesthetic appeal of a hairstyle.
Top brands
Positive feedback from users and professionals have Braun curling irons. An example of a styler for large curls in the manufacturer's line can be cylinder model EC2 Satin Hair Color with a diameter of 38 mm.
The products of this brand have an average price range, at the same time it is equipped with a temperature controller, has a ceramic coating, carefully treats hair and is convenient to use.
Very favorable reviews from both professionals and ordinary users receive Hairway curling irons. The manufacturer’s collection has a model cylinder with a diameter of 38 mm - Titanium Tourmaline Nano Silver.
It is recommended primarily for owners of thin, damaged and dyed hair, as it has a titanium-tourmaline coating and an additional silver layer, which guarantees a careful attitude to the hair and its saturation with silver ions.
Curling irons are also suitable for use at home. Bosch brand. To create large curls, choose model PHC9490 with ceramic coating and a cylinder diameter of 32 mm.
The device is characterized by average power indicators (52 W) for home use, a convenient shape and a long 3-meter spinning cord.
Similar technical specifications and roughly the same prices have products from Rowenta brand. To create large curls, the CF 3372 electric tongs have a ceramic coating and a diameter of 32 mm. This is a classic model with a clip, therefore, if desired, it can be used on short hair (bob, shoulder hair).
However, as already mentioned, it’s not worth counting on getting curls, but tightening the tips, adding splendor is quite.
The balance of price and quality is demonstrated by Dutch products Philips brand. To create large curls, the manufacturer offers Model BHB868 StyleCare Sublime Ends. Ceramic coating, ionization function, several temperature conditions - all this makes using the device practical and safe for hair.
However, almost all models of this company have one minus - too long, about 10 minutes, cooling the curling iron.
Stylers from Remington They are professional, as they are reliable and functional. To create large curls, we can recommend the Ci5338 model, which has a ceramic coating and a diameter of 38 mm.
This model is equally successful in managing both thin hair and thick, naughty hair.
How to choose?
One of the important selection criteria is the manufacturing company. It is better to purchase products of those brands that have a long history in the market and are trusted by customers. If possible, it is worth purchasing devices for professionals - they are characterized by practicality, reliability and durability.
The next important selection criterion is the type of coating. Most household appliances have a ceramic coating that interacts fairly gently with hair. Even better if it is combined with an additional ionization function. This saturation of the hair with negatively charged ions, which makes them softer, reduces their electrification.
However, ceramics requires a careful attitude - from strong physical impact it can get microdamage.
The tourmaline coating is characterized by similar properties (saturation with negatively charged ions), but it is more expensive. Another safe coating for hair is titanium. In its properties, it is close to ceramic, but it has a much greater resistance to mechanical damage. The titanium layer provides uniform heating of the hair and protects it from drying out. However, the cost of the product is high, and if the curling iron is used infrequently, such expenses can be irrational. You can do with models coated with tourmaline or ceramics.
But it is better to refuse the device with a teflon coating - the material nevertheless burns the hair, moreover, scratches and burrs quickly appear on its surface, violating the structure of the hair. Definitely not worth buying a product with a stainless steel work surface without coating. Using this is a direct path to overdried and burnt hair.
Pay attention to the presence in the device of the temperature adjustment function. Depending on the desired result and the condition of the hair, one or another temperature is selected. Ideally, the device should have 3-5 temperature conditions in the range from 80-100 ° C to 200-230 ° C. The presence of the temperature adjustment function allows using the same device to get different styling (for example, with a higher temperature mode, elastic curls are obtained, with lower temperature and exposure time - light waves) and less damage to the hair.
Tongs for creating large curls are optimal for use on long and medium length hair. The longer the strands, the larger the diameter of the curling iron you can choose.
Estimate the working length of the device - the longer the hair, the longer the forceps themselves should be.
Power is not the most important indicator if you get a curling iron for yourself. Professional stylers are recommended to choose the maximum power. For home use, a model with a power of 24-90 watts is enough. The longer and thicker the strands, the more powerful the device should be chosen for curling them.
Among the useful functions are the option of a sound signal about the readiness of the lock (it allows not to burn the hair, but also not to remove the hair from the appliance ahead of time), as well as the option of emergency auto power off. Using a cylindrical curling iron will be more convenient if it has a plastic unheated tip, then the curling iron can be supported on both sides during operation.
How to use?
In general, the use of a curling iron with a large diameter is not much different from a similar device with a smaller diameter. Only clean and dry hair should be curled. When trying to make curly styling on stale strands there is a risk of getting faint curls that will not last long.
A similar situation will be observed when trying to curl wet hair. In addition, this is a severe damage to the hair. So, before using the forceps, you need to wash your hair and dry it well.Then a heat-protective spray is applied to them, which should also be given time to completely absorb.
For convenience, the hair is divided into two zones - upper and lower. The upper one can be temporarily assembled in a bundle at the top, the lower one can be thoroughly combed.
Turn on the curling iron in the network, set the required temperature regime. Weak and weakened hair frizz at minimum temperatures, healthy, thick can be heated to 150-160 ° C.
When the device is ready for use, separate the back of the head and comb it again. Put the tip of the lock on the tongs. If there is a latch, then they push the hair to the curling iron (make sure that this is done without creases), then wind the entire strand onto the curling iron.
If a cone-shaped model is used, then holding the tip of the lock with your hand (on which you should put on a heat-protective glove), the rest of the lock is wound tightly over it. When twisting the hair into a cone curling iron, it is important to ensure that the tip of the strand falls on the thinner part of the curling iron, while, as you wind it, the root zone appears on the thicker part of the device. This will allow you to get the most natural and long-lasting curl.
The thickness of the strand should not be too large, otherwise the curl will not turn out elastic.
After that, you need to wait 2-5 seconds (or wait for the sound signal about the readiness of the lock, if such a function is provided in your model) and carefully remove the lock from the curling iron. In a similar way, wind the rest of the hair first from the bottom, and then at the top.
Useful Tips
The use of styling products will help to preserve the styling for a long time. On wet hair, you need to apply gel or mousse for styling, and then dry your hair naturally or using a hairdryer. Laying tools are applied in a small amount, departing from the roots.
If the goal is to get elastic curls, then remove them from the curler after curling should be as careful as possible, avoiding the curl opening. Only removing it from the curling iron, while still hot, should be fixed to the head with small hairpins. In this form, the curl should cool, and only after that the hairpin is removed, allowing the curly lock to fall down.
After curling, you should not use a comb, it is better to carefully disassemble the curls and fix the hair with varnish. Varnish is sprayed not from top to bottom, but from below, directing a stream of the product upwards, onto the strands. To obtain additional volume, you can lower your head down, and in this form treat the strands with varnish.
About how to make large curls for a curling iron, see the next video.
