Find the ideal hair curling iron to suit your needs — from soft curls in the morning to a complete style with tight curls or waves.

For tight, well-defined curls

The thinner the barrel, the smaller and tighter the curl. With a 10 mm diameter, you can create long-lasting curls and easily touch up individual strands that are already curly.

The Babyliss Curling Wand Warm C449E features a ceramic coating that distributes heat evenly and heats up quickly, so you can get started in just a few minutes. The swivel cord won’t tangle as you move the wand around your head.

For natural curls that open up at the ends

A conical curling wand is wider at the base and narrower at the tip, so curls are looser near the roots and tighter at the ends. Wrapping the hair strand around different parts of the cone affects how tight the curl will be.

The Remington Keratin Protect CI83V6 features a digital temperature display, with heat settings of up to 210°C. The package includes a protective glove so you can hold the hair strand without burning yourself. Finally, the automatic shut-off ensures the device switches off if you forget to turn it off.

For large, loose curls with volume

A wide barrel creates large, loose curls that make hair look fuller. The large surface area of the plates makes styling easier and faster.

The Babyliss Soft Curls C452E features a 32 mm barrel with a ceramic coating, heats up quickly and reaches temperatures of up to 210°C. It comes with a protective glove and switches off automatically when not in use.

For beach waves and wavy hair

The Kemei KM-1010 features 22mm ceramic-coated barrels and heats up to 220°C, making it suitable for thick hair too. The ion function helps keep hair smoother and reduce frizz. It has been a popular choice among users for a long time.

For curls without wrapping by hand

The automatic curling iron draws in the hair section and wraps it for you. Simply hold the device in place—no need to wrap the section around a hot barrel by hand.

The IQ Curly HD-1288 features a 25 mm barrel, a digital display with temperature settings up to 210°C, and a ceramic coating. The ion function helps create smoother curls. With automatic shut-off, the device switches off when left idle.

For multiple styles with one tool

A multistyler combines different attachments in one device, so you can create everything from tight curls to looser waves without buying a second curling iron. It’s practical if you like to change your hairstyle often.

The Kemei KM-4083 has a digital temperature display, heats up to 220°C and warms up quickly. The ceramic coating distributes heat evenly, while the swivel cord helps you curl your hair comfortably, even at the back of your head. It has been one of the most popular curling irons in its category for a long time.

Before choosing, think about the type of curl you want: a thin barrel for tight curls, a wide or tapered barrel for loose curls, and a triple barrel for waves. If your hair is fine or color-treated, start at a low temperature, and use a heat protectant spray before every styling session.

This article was created with the help of AI and reviewed and edited by the Skroutz team.