Shopping for a curling wand is a lot like finding styling products—you have to find the right one for your hair type.
Confused by all of the curling wand options out there? We’ve got you covered! We did our research, read reviews, and compiled a list of the best curling wands for every hair type. Whether you have a medium length hairstyle or long luscious locks, you’re going to want to keep scrolling.
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How To Curl Hair With A Curling Wand
Unlike a traditional curling iron, a curling wand doesn’t have a clamp—which means no kinks or crimps ruining your perfect curls! If you’ve never used one, however, the technique is a bit different.
Before you begin styling, apply a few spritzes of your favorite heat protectant like Redken Iron Shape 11 Thermal Holding Heat Protection Hairspray throughout your hair. Section your hair into 1 to 2-inch sections. Work in smaller sections if you want tighter curls and larger sections for beach waves. Hold your curling wand downward and wrap a section around the barrel, making sure to wrap the hair away from your face. After a few seconds, release your hair from the wand. Repeat this technique until you’ve curled your entire mane.
The Best Curling Wands For Every Hair Type
Best For Fine Hair
Remington Studio Silk Ceramic Wide Styling Wand
Fine hair is more susceptible to heat damage, so opt for an iron with an adjustable heat setting like the Remington Studio Silk Ceramic Wide Styling Wand. This budget-friendly wand heats up to 410 degrees Fahrenheit and features a silk protein-infused ceramic barrel for smooth, shiny curls.
Remington Studio Silk Ceramic Wide Styling Wand, $33.99 MSRP
Chi Lava Ceramic Tapered Hair Styling Wand
Searching for a wand that can give you bouncier, tighter curls? You’ll want a curl wand with a tapered barrel like the Chi Lava Ceramic Tapered Hair Styling Wand.
Chi Lava Ceramic Tapered Hairstyling Wand, $79.99 MSRP
Best For Thick Hair
BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium Curling Wand
It’s no secret that thick hair can handle a bit of heat! That’s why if you’re working with thicker strands, you’ll want to pick up a titanium hair curler wand that heats up quickly and distributes heat evenly. The BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium Curling Wand evenly distributes high heat up to 430 degrees Fahrenheit to create long-lasting curls with shine. Even if your thick hair can stand up to heat, you should still always use a heat protectant!
BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium Curling Wand, $59.95 MSRP
Conair InfinitiPro Rainbow Titanium Wand
If you appreciate a styling tool with a bit of flair, the Conair InfinitiPro Rainbow Titanium Wand is the one to pick. The 1.5-inch barrel features a rainbow reflective design and gives curls high, even heat for long-lasting results.
Conair InfinitiPro Rainbow Titanium Wand, $29.99 MSRP
Best For Naturally Curly Hair
Bed Head Curlipop Tourmaline Ceramic Skinny Pop Styling Iron
Looking to give your natural curls more definition and bounce? Meet Bed Head’s CurliPop Tourmaline Ceramic Skinny Pop Styling Iron. This wand works to define and enhance curly hair while leaving it shinier and reducing frizz.
Bed Head Curlipop Tourmaline Ceramic Skinny Pop Styling Iron, $24.99 MSRP
Nume Magic Curling Wand
Curly girls, you’ll want to pay attention to this one. NuMe’s Magic Curling Wand is designed for thick or coarse manes, making use of infrared heat and negative ion conditioning technology for soft-as-silk results.
Nume Magic Curling Wand, $68.16 MSRP
Best For Long Hair
Bio Ionic GoldPro Styling Wand
With its 24-karat gold curling wand barrel, you can feel extra luxurious styling your long strands with the Bio Ionic GoldPro Styling Wand. Aside from its deluxe appearance, the tool’s Ceramic Mineral Complex also helps to infuse hydration into each ringlet.
Bio Ionic GoldPro Styling Wand, $90.00 MSRP
Foxybae White Marble Rose Gold Styling Wand
If you want to create long, luscious waves, the Foxybae White Marble Rose Gold Styling Wand is perfect for you. Plus, who wouldn’t want to show of this stunning marble design on their beauty vanity?
Foxybae White Marble Rose Gold Styling Wand, $45.00 MSRP
Best For Short Hair
Conair InfinitiPro Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Wand
The Conair InfinitiPro’s barrel tapers toward the end, which means you can create different styles of ringlets on short hair with a single tool.
Conair InfinitiPro Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Wand, $15.99 MSRP
Best For Color-Treated Hair
Drybar The Wrap Party Curling And Styling Wand
After years of salon color (and a bleach session or two), you’ll need a hot tool that won’t cause your color-treated hair more harm. Drybar’s The Wrap Party Curling and Styling Wand features infrared technology with temperature control. It heats hair from the inside out to help maintain healthy locks.
Drybar The Wrap Party Curling And Styling Wand, $165.00 MSRP
Remington Pro Ceramic Clipless Curling Wand
A curling wand made with color care technology? Say no more! Remington’s Pro Ceramic Clipless Curling Wand features a ceramic color lock coating to protect color-treated hair from damage and color fading. Whether you have 34 ash blonde hair color or strawberry blonde, consider this curling wand your perfect match!
Remington Pro Ceramic Clipless Curling Wand, $32.97 MSRP
Best For Dull Hair
Conair InfinitiPro Tourmaline Ceramic Rose Gold Curling Wand
If your strands are looking a bit lackluster, pick up a curling wand made with tourmaline like Conair InfinitiPro Tourmaline Ceramic Rose Gold Curling Wand to give your hair a high-shine finish.
Conair InfinitiPro Tourmaline Ceramic Rose Gold Curling Wand, $19.99 MSRP
Best For Brittle Hair
Sultra After Hours Titanium Ionic Clipless Curling Iron
If your strands are fragile, the last thing you want is to do is use hot tools on them over and over again. For those with brittle hair, we recommend Sultra After Hours Titanium Ionic Clipless Curling Iron. This titanium barrel wand allows one-pass curling without the damage caused by excessive heat styling.
Sultra After Hours Titanium Ionic Clipless Curling Iron, $149.00 MSRP
Best For All Hair Types
GHD Curve Creative Curl Wand
If you’re looking to invest in your styling tool collection, GHD should be your go-to brand. Although the price might set your wallet back a bit, the benefits are worth every penny. The innovative tapered wand with breakthrough ceramic coating locks in each curl with even heat.
GHD Curve Creative Curl Wand, $199.00 MSRP
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