Triple curling irons: what are and how to use?

Triple curling iron is a popular device used by professional hairdressers to create spectacular styling in a romantic style, wedding hairstyles. Increasingly, such devices are used in home styling, allowing you to make beautiful waves or carefree beach curls on long hair. The unusual appearance of the triple curling iron raises many questions among those unfamiliar with its features.

The choice of wave curling irons can create serious difficulties, because in this case you have to consider the proposals of different manufacturers - well-known European companies and budget Chinese companies. User reviews do not bring clarity - opinions about the quality, usability, reliability of equipment vary widely.

Dewal MiniWawe wave curlers and Leben stylers with three tongs, BaBylissPRO and other options are now easily available for self-curling. The variety of models makes it easy to find tongs with ceramic, tourmaline or teflon coating for almost any budget.

An unusual tool for curling hair, called a curling wave, appeared in the arsenal of hairdressers and fans of home curls recently. This hair device was designed to create the effect of beautiful waves. Triple curling iron greatly simplifies, accelerates the process of forming spectacular curls or volumetric curls.

This wave maker consists of:

• pens;
• base platforms;
• located in a row of cylinders;
• lifting parts with a lever;
• coasters;
• electronic display with temperature;
• heating mode switches.

A triple curling iron for hair curls can be called a multistyler, a "trident", "a wave." Among the functions of the device with 3 rods, there are also quite unusual ones: straightening curly curls, creating the “corrugation” effect. For curls, such a device is considered more sparing, because it does not use winding a strand around the rod, but acts by analogy with forceps or an iron. The absence of creases, the high speed of curling, the precise adjustment of the temperature regime - all this makes such stylers truly convenient and efficient to use.

The principle of operation of the trident curling iron is quite simple. The tongs heat up to the set temperature. Then the upper plates are lifted, and a strand of hair is placed on the lower panel.

A styler with three tongs is suitable for creating waves of different sizes, helps to increase the volume of hairstyles and can be called a universal tool for hairdressers and stylists. Among its varieties, the following are distinguished.

• Mini models. The small size of the working part of the tongs does not allow working with wide strands. Most often, such models are used on short and medium length hair. It is worth paying attention to the fact that mini-curling irons of the “wave” type often do not have a temperature regulator; when using them, you need to accurately calculate the duration of work.

• Universal. Models with cylinder diameters in the range of 16-25 mm. The lower these numbers, the steeper the curl will be. This is the best option for home use, allowing you to create spectacular hairstyles with varying degrees of volume.

• Curling irons for wavy curls. In models with large-diameter cylinders - from 32 to 50 mm - smooth curls that look natural are formed. They can become the basis for a popular Hollywood styling.

• Imitating the effect of "corrugation". The triple curling iron, which makes the smallest curls, should have a cylinder diameter of not more than 10-12 mm. Of course, only tongs with a slightly different type of elements or with corrugated plates give the full corrugation effect, but the result of the curl can also look quite worthy.

• Professional. They often have interchangeable cylinders with different diameters or are equipped with additional options. Professional triple stylers have an ionization function, precise heating adjustment to a degree, a convenient stand, protection against burns. In addition, the duration of their continuous work is much longer, you can not be afraid of overheating even when creating a hairstyle for several hours. A mandatory element is a cord rotating at the base, which allows you to perform work with a curling iron in any position of the hand.

All of these varieties can be found on sale. Triple curling irons are becoming more and more popular, manufacturers produce models with different types of coatings, improve their technical equipment.

All triple hair curlers are equipped with special heating elements. Depending on the type of coating used on their surface, all models can be divided into several groups.

• Metal (steel). They are made of alloys, heat up very much, dry hair, and if the exposure time is violated, they can burn them. If stored improperly, the metal may rust, requiring careful handling. Hot parts in contact with skin cause burns. This option is the cheapest, is quite rare.
• Teflon. Relatively inexpensive triple curling irons having a coating similar to that used in the composition of utensils for frying and baking. It is heat-resistant, but it wears out over time, exposing the steel base. The teflon coating of the plates is not considered high enough for professional use, but at home it is quite effective.
• Ceramic. Safe for hair, not scalding scalp. Such a coating of heating elements provides high-quality styling, but impact forceps and other types of mechanical impact are contraindicated in forceps. You need to store the triple curling iron in a special case.
• Titanium. Durable and fairly massive triple curling irons. A special alloy of metals makes them completely safe for hair. The equipment is not afraid of mechanical damage, falls. Curling irons with such a coating are not too common.
• Tourmaline. Usually the coating is not found in its pure form, but in combination with ceramics. These curling irons are the safest, most comfortable to use. Tourmaline coating has an ionizing effect, seals the hair flakes after heat treatment. Triple curling iron of this type allows you to smooth or curl the strands, giving them an attractive and well-groomed appearance.

Modern models of multi-curling irons - the best solution for those who are looking for safe ways to create curls. Elegant curls no longer require hours of work on their formation. It is enough to simply draw forceps along the strand and get the optimal result without creases and deformation.

Among the manufacturers of triple hair pads, European companies specializing in professional equipment for salons can be distinguished. Domestic brands are not far behind them.

Russian-German company, established in 1998. Production is conducted in Germany, Korea, Italy, and Taiwan. The most popular brand model for home use. – MiniWave with corrugation effect and a diameter of 10 mm for all cylinders.

German company producing professional-grade curling irons. The company is highly regarded among hairdressers for its reliability and high quality products. Of particular interest is the Black Diamond 3 in 1 model with interchangeable nozzles of different diameters. The spraying is made of ceramic with tourmaline. Temperature control occurs in the range of 80-230 degrees.

German company with production in Shanghai. Among the models of plates, a variant with a working surface length of 15 cm stands out. This is a universal styler with indication of heating, instantly reaching the desired temperature. The model refers to household, the cord length reaches 1.8 m.

Russian manufacturer of household appliances. It produces triple curling irons for home use. Among the models stands out Galaxy GL4606 with 10 temperature settings, heating indicator, ceramic coating. The product weighs only 600 g, the kit includes a rotating cord.

Russian brand specializing in creating professional products for hairdressers. His product range also includes triple curling iron Erika RCM 020 made of ceramic with tourmaline spraying. The model has an ionization function, the diameter of the elements is 25-19-25 mm. Includes 2.5 m cord, folding stand.

This manufacturer from France today belongs to Conair. For almost 60 years of its history, the company managed to establish itself as a true trendsetter in the field of hair curling. Suffice it to say that it was one of its founders who invented the curling iron. Modern products are manufactured in China.

Among the popular models of triple plates from BaByliss can be distinguished BAB2269E with titanium tourmaline coating, ionizing strands. This option has 5 heating modes at once - from +140 to +220 degrees. A distinctive feature of the curling iron is the different diameter of the working elements - two of them have a size of 22 mm, one is 19 mm. The duration of continuous operation is 72 minutes, the delivery set includes a rotating long cord, a heat-protective mat.

When choosing a triple curling iron for hair, it is worth following the recommendations that allow you to choose the most convenient and correct option for work. Among the most important parameters are the following.

• Model weight. Triple curling iron is a rather massive electrical appliance. If you have to do a perm on long hair, you should choose an option that does not tire of holding your hand. For independent creation of curls, it is better to choose a technique that weighs no more than 500 g.
• Device dimensions. Compact models are convenient to take on a trip, vacation, large format is better to use at home or in the cabin.
• Ergonomics The non-slip rubberized handle of the curling iron, the cord rotating at the base, the touch-safe surface of the heating elements - all this is important for learning the basics of hair curling. The ergonomic design will allow the experienced master to create the most complex hairstyles without fatigue, to serve several clients in a row.
• Modes of operation. High-quality stylers have a wide temperature range, they automatically turn off when they reach the desired heat level. For weakened hair, thin, porous, damaged, heating to 140 degrees is recommended. Healthy strands of low stiffness are curled at a temperature of 150 to 170 degrees. Stiff, complex hair should be turned into curls with forceps heated to 180-190 degrees.
• Information display and temperature controllers. Modern models have a built-in screen that allows you to accurately control the desired level of heating. The switches of these values ​​are best chosen in the form of classic buttons, which, when pressed, help to select the necessary parameters.
• Type of coverage. If the budget allows, it is worth considering tourmaline or ceramic coatings for tongs. Among the inexpensive models, it is better to choose not chrome, but Teflon spraying options.
• Cord length. For independent curling, it should be at least 2 m. In triple curling irons of a professional class, network cables from 2.7 to 3 m are used.

The rules for using triple curling irons are quite simple. These devices do not need to be twisted to form a lush, voluminous curl. They are more like classic tongs for straightening strands. To make waves using this tool, you need to follow the following instructions.

• Wash and dry hair well. The curling iron can not be used on wet strands, the device simply evaporates moisture, but does not create a beautiful hairstyle.
• Be sure to apply thermal protection immediately before curling. Without it, styling will be less resistant and damage the hair.
• Cool curled curls before fixing them with varnish or hairpins, invisible.
• Always comb and untangle hair before they come in contact with the curling iron.
• Separate the strands into layers. Upper first pin up on the top of the head or collected in a bundle. The lower one is divided into 6-8 sectors - strands, the width of the curls corresponding to the wave. In the process, you can put the curling iron on for heating.
• Pull the selected strand with your hand. The second to take a curling iron, open its working part, bring to the roots, close parts of the forceps.
• Gently and slowly start the movement of the cones along the curl, lingering on each site for about 10 seconds.When straightening, the forceps advance without delay, ironing the surface of the strand 3-5 times in a row.
• Work out the lower layer of hair one after another. All strands must be carefully curled before the formation of curls.
• Go to the top, choosing 1 curl of the same width from the bundle. Continue to curl until the last part of the hairstyle is ready.
• Fix the result with hairspray with elastic fixation. It will allow you to keep curls neat and beautiful longer.

Hairstyles with bangs to curl correctly is much more difficult. In this case, it is necessary to divide the hair into a larger number of strands. Curling bangs is performed with the head down, with a deviation of 2-3 cm from the roots.

Thermal protection is very important when using triple plates, because the effect on the hair in this case will be more intense. Such compositions are used to moisturize, create a protective shell around each rod. Among their properties - the ability to fix styling, care, enhance the shine of curls. Among the current thermal protection options can be distinguished alcohol-free oil-based sprays and emulsions - They are suitable for dry hair that needs intensive hydration.

There are many options for styling hair with a triple curling iron. Stylish hairstyles can be obtained regardless of the length of the strands. It is enough to follow simple rules and follow the recommendations for laying from professionals.

The simplest styling for short hair involves the formation of light “feathers” in the hairstyle. You can do it with a triple curling iron like this.

• Treat hair with a conditioning spray.
• Divide the entire volume of the future hairstyle into separate sectors, fix them with clamps. The width of each curl should not exceed 8 cm.
• Tilt your head so that the strands are pointing down.
• Place the upper strands between the tongs and curl them sequentially.
• Cool the curled curls, rub in them a modeling gel or paste.
• Tilt hair back, lay it with careless waves. Fix styling with varnish.

On this, the formation of hairstyles on short hair can be considered complete.

The average length of the hair - to the chin or shoulder line - allows you to make Hollywood waves with the help of a triple curling iron. In this case, the entire array of strands is divided into 5-6 zones, pinned with clamps. Then they are captured with tongs of medium diameter (from 25 mm) as close to the roots as possible, gradually stretched, holding 1 piece of curl inside the device for about 15 seconds.

Ready large waves are freed from the tongs and cooled. Curling is performed on the entire mass of hair. Then they are laid in even waves on a parting, in the face they are fixed with invisibility to create an expressive accent. A triple wave of a curl should frame the forehead obliquely.

Curling long hair on a trident curling iron is quite simple. Strands can be wound both from the face and inside with the tips. Among the important recommendations for creating a styling are:

• distribution of the entire mass of hair into sectors and 2 tiers;
• exposure time no more than 10 seconds;
• with thick hair, the use of clips to fix curls;
• cooling the curl for 7 minutes after working with a curling iron;
• distribution of curls along the entire length with the help of fingers;
• use of fixative spray to save results.

Another version of the hairstyle is “beach waves”, popular when creating carefree resort images. Hair covered with a thermoprotective composition is divided only in the upper part, from the crown, into locks of 7-8 cm wide. Curls are formed from them, holding each for up to 5 seconds. Then the head must be tilted, apply wax on the tips of the fingers, beat the locks from the roots, return the head to its normal position.

According to fans of home styling, the effect obtained with the help of a triple curling iron allows you to closely bring the results to a salon level. According to customer reviews, we can conclude that even Chinese products purchased through popular network sites are well worth the cost.. Inexpensive triple curling irons get a ton of positive reviews. Moreover, the diameter for use is recommended different - from 19 mm to create curls up to 32 mm for luxurious Hollywood curls. That's just the duration of their work varies from 3 months to six months, then the device fails.

However, for styling "as in advertising" it is still better to choose more professional solutions. Customers include curling irons from Dewal, BaByliss, Hairway. All these firms produce different diameter options, guarantee high quality products.

Negative comments are mainly related to the purchase of low-quality models or the significant weight and large dimensions of such a device. Not every fan of hair curls can master such a technique. In addition, it may be difficult to select the correct temperature. For the rest reviews of triple curling irons can be called positive regardless of the price category of the device.

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