The hair curler is a modern device that allows you to create romantic or wedding hairstyle... Its unusual appearance and advantages of application were appreciated by hairdressers in salons and ordinary women in everyday life. To create an image in various situations, such devices are increasingly used instead of conventional curling tongs to style hair in waves.
Features of a triple curling iron (trident) for curling hair with waves
The triple curling iron has 3 roller-shaped surfaces that act on the hair and create a curl, which is why the device was called the "trident". Also, hairdressers call this equipment a multistyler. A strand of hair is laid on one of its sides, and 2 opposite rollers press it down - this is how a wave is created.
In addition to the unique design, the curling iron has the following features:
- sparing effect - since the curling iron is in contact only with a part of the strand, its harmful effect on the hair is less than when using an iron or hair dryer;
- rounded rollers allow you to create curls without creases;
- on sale there are curling irons with velor pads, which completely eliminate the possibility of hair overheating;
- ease of use - no special skills are required to create a hairstyle.
Advantages and disadvantages
The triple curling iron has advantages:
- the curling process lasts less than using a regular curling iron;
- precise temperature control;
- can be used to straighten hair;
- the curling iron is suitable for creating styling at home;
- the rollers heat up evenly, which allows you to fix the curls for a long time;
- wide price range;
- after styling, the hair regains its natural shine.
Among the disadvantages of the curling iron are the following:
- massiveness of the device;
- some curling irons are heavy;
- people with short stature and small palm are uncomfortable to hold the forceps in their hands.
Types of triple forceps
Curling irons for curling hair with waves can vary in design:
- models of the "mini" series... Such devices are small in size and can only work with narrow strands. They are better suited to thinned short or medium curls. Many curling irons of this type are not equipped with a thermostat, so they can overheat and damage the hair;
- for large curls;
- universal models (for medium curls);
- devices with "corrugation" effect;
- professional models... Such devices are equipped with replaceable cylinders with different diameters and additional functions. Typically, these curling irons are more powerful, equipped with a stand, provide protection from scalding, and can run continuously longer than household appliances.
The curling iron has components:
- a pen;
- display or temperature controller;
- cylinders (rollers) in a row;
- a lever for lifting side rollers;
- base platform;
- mode switch.
Work surface material
The working surface of the device can be made of different materials, the features of which are described in the table:
Material | Benefits | Potential harm to hair |
Metal (steel) |
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Teflon |
| The coating wears off over time |
Ceramics | The coating is safe for hair. The curling iron will provide quality styling. | When dropped, chips form on the surface. The curling iron should be stored in a special case. |
Titanium | The coating of this durable material is not subject to mechanical damage. | Difficult to find on sale |
Tourmaline |
| There are no cheap tourmaline coated models. |
Diameter and construction
The multi-styler is suitable for curling curls of any diameter - from small to large. The wider the plates of the device, the larger the curl. The shape of the rollers can be straight or have a spiral section, or be angular, which allows you to make a zigzag curl.
The devices are equipped with a working surface of the following dimensions:
- diameter 1-2 cm... The tongs help to create "African" curls or a "ripple" effect, suitable for women with short hair;
- diameter 2.8-3.5 cm... Devices of this type have medium-diameter rollers and are suitable for creating small and medium-sized curls at home;
- diameter 3-5 cm... Such devices have rollers of large diameter, which allows you to create smooth curls on hair of medium length or long.
Temperature modes and power
The wave hair curler is equipped with several heating modes that determine the temperature of exposure to curls - from 80 to 200 ° C. Some models are not equipped with a temperature regulator and heat up to the maximum - this provides quick styling, but spoils the hair structure.
The temperature on the device should be selected depending on the type and porosity of the hair:
- thin, colored, porous - 80-150 ° C;
- natural, thick porous or thin dense hair - 170-180 ° C;
- coarse, dense, non-porous and thick hair - 200 ° C.
Some models are equipped with a sensor that cuts off the power to the device if it overheats. The speed of heating the working surface depends on the power of the multi-styler. For professional use, more powerful models with a power of up to 90 W are selected, for home use - 30-40 W.
Cord
Curling irons from different manufacturers can have different wire lengths. When choosing, it is worth considering the distance from the outlet to the place where the hair will be styled. Many models have a rotating cord at the base to prevent tangling of the cord.
What to look for when choosing a curling iron?
There are many devices on the market today with different characteristics.
When choosing a device, you should pay attention to the following features:
- the presence of a temperature controller;
- quality of coverage of elements;
- power - the higher the better;
- the presence of an auto-off function, ionization, a mechanical temperature controller (it is more reliable than an electronic one);
- ease of holding in the hand - this must be checked in the store by holding the device for several minutes;
- convenience of the cord - when buying, it is important to make sure that it rotates and that its length is enough for a woman.
How to use a triple curling iron to create curls in waves
The advantage of the multi-styler is that it can be used to style hair of any length.
Rules for using the curling iron:
- the hairstyle must be done only on dry hair - this will save them from the evaporation of excess moisture and damage to the hair shaft;
- in addition to means for fixing, heat protection should be applied to the hair;
- with frequent use of the curling iron 2-3 times a week, you need to make nourishing masks for hair restoration;
- after shampooing, the hair must be rinsed with decoctions of natural herbs. Chamomile is suitable for light shades, sage, hops or oak bark for dark shades.A universal remedy is a decoction of nettle;
- before fixing the waves with varnish, it is necessary to let them cool;
- before using the curling iron, you must thoroughly comb your hair;
- if you want to curl bangs, the hair must be divided into many very small strands and start creating a hairstyle, retreating 2 cm from the scalp.
For short hair
For short hair, 2 types of styling are supposed: corrugation and small waves.
The process of creating a hairstyle is as follows:
- First you need to wash your hair in the usual way and use a balm.
- Next, you need to divide the strands 8 cm wide and apply conditioner or styling mousse. Styling is done from the bottom row of hair, fixing the top strands with a clip.
- After the bottom row is wound, it should be fixed with hairspray.
For medium hair
Medium-length hair can be styled into bouncy curls or loose waves, or use a multi-styler to create an evening hairstyle.
It is necessary to curl your hair, following these instructions:
- First you need to wash your hair in the usual way and dry it with a hairdryer.
- Next, you need to divide the hair into about 8 strands and apply a gel or mousse to them for styling.
- Then you need to start styling from the lower strands, clamping each of them in a curling iron from roots to ends for 15 seconds. Each layer of hair should be sprayed with a strong hold varnish.
Long hair
For elongated curls, you can choose any hairstyle using a multistyler - these are large curls, and small ripples, and complex styling.
Long hair should be styled as follows:
- First you need to wash your hair in the usual way and dry it with a hairdryer.
- Next, you need to divide all hair into strands 1 cm thick and no more than 8 cm long and fix with clips.
- Then you should start styling the curls from the bottom strand, lingering on each part for 10 seconds.
- Then you need to separate each strand with your fingers and fix it with hairspray.
Wedding styling option
A wave hair curler is a necessary tool for creating styling for the holiday. A device with large diameter rollers is suitable for this.
To create a hairstyle, you need to follow the instructions:
- First, using clips, you need to divide the hair into strands 7-8 cm wide and about 0.5 cm thick.
- Next, you should make waves with a styler, without separating the strand with your fingers after winding, and sprinkle with a small amount of varnish.
- Then you need to comb the hair in the back of the head and smooth it with a massage brush.
- Then you need to separate the hair along the entire length with your fingers so as to add volume to it, and sprinkle the hair with a strong hold hairspray.
For a wedding hairstyle, you can pick up jewelry (beads, flowers, rhinestones) and fix them on your hair in a place you like.
Rating of the best models of plyeks. Overview and prices
There are many multi-styler models on the market that differ in quality, performance and cost.
Babyliss
The wave curling iron from the French manufacturer has a tourmaline-titanium or titanium-ceramic work surface. This device can be used both professionally and at a household level.
Features of the curling iron:
- ionization function;
- temperature control;
- heat-resistant tip on rollers;
- automatic shutdown;
- high power - 88 watts.
Benefits:
- fast hairstyle formation;
- temperature adjustment step - 20 ° С;
- wide working area;
- can be used for short hair;
- high build quality;
- rotating wire;
- fast heating of surfaces.
Disadvantages:
- high price;
- the device is hard to hold in the hand - the weight is about 0.5 kg;
- no storage case included.
The Babyliss lineup is presented in the table:
Model | Heating temperature | Diameter of rollers | Cord length | Individual characteristics |
Pro Tourmaline Triple Waver BAB2269TTE | 140-220 ° C | 1.9 or 2.2 cm | 2.7 m rotating | Safety gloves and mat included |
PRO Ionic 3D Waiver BAB2369TTE | 140-210 ° C | 1.8 cm | Built-in negative ion generator, gloves included. | |
PRO Ionic HI DEF Waiver BAB2469TTE | 140-210 ° C | 1.8 cm | There is an Advanced Heat Management system that provides fast heating. | |
Easy Waves C260E | 140-220 ° C | 1.5 cm | 1.8m rotating | The set includes a heat-resistant mat |
The cost of Babyliss devices is 3,000-6,000 rubles.
Arkatique
The manufacturer produces several options for plys, which differ in coating and roller diameter.
Features of devices:
- rotating cord 2.5 m long;
- the presence of a removable stand included;
- temperature control;
- LED display;
- high power - 130 watts.
Benefits:
- affordable cost;
- fast heating - heating speed is about 1 minute;
- temperature adjustment step - 10 ° С.
Disadvantages:
- weight - 0.4-0.55 kg;
- no ionization function;
- no storage case;
- no indicator of readiness to work.
The model range is presented in the table:
Model | Heating temperature | Diameter of rollers | Cord length | Coating |
Arkatique dark | 80-210 ° C | 1.6 cm; 1.9 cm; 2.5 cm; 2.8 cm; 3.2 cm | 2.5 m rotating | Ceramic |
Arkatique Gold | 1.9 or 2.5 cm |
Cost - 2,000-3,000 rubles.
Hairway
Hairway is a German manufacturer of titanium-tourmaline-coated flatware.
Features of devices:
- long cord - 3 m;
- ionization function;
- power - up to 130 W;
- hair-friendly coating;
- 11 temperature modes;
Benefits:
- high heating rate;
- the device helps you quickly do your hair;
- the rubber coating of the handle prevents slipping;
- there is a tip for protection against scalding;
- there is a lock that covers the surface;
- there is a temperature controller.
Disadvantages:
- the device cools down for a long time;
- the hand quickly gets tired of the weight of the curling iron;
- there is no bag for transportation.
The lineup:
Model | Heating temperature | Diameter of rollers | Cord length | Coating |
04083-18 Titanium Tourmaline - 110W | 140-220 ˚С | 2.2-1.9-2.2cm | 3m | Titanium, tourmaline, thermostat |
04011/12 Black & Silver Line - 80W | 130 - 230 ˚С | 1.6 cm 1.6-2-1.6 cm | Titanium, tourmaline, there is a function of ionization and auto-off | |
04125 Black Diamond 3 in 1 - 120W | 80 - 230 ° C | deep wave - 1.6-1.6-1.6 cm; shallow wave - 1.6-2.2-1.6 cm; double curling iron - 1.6-1.6 cm | Ceramics, tourmaline | |
04098 Deep Wave and Curling Iron Titanium-Tourmaline - 100W | 150 - 210 ° C | 1.2-1.3-1.2 cm | Titanium, tourmaline | |
04005 Titanium-Tourmaline mini - 50 W | constant 200 ° C | 12-13-12 mm | 2.5 m | Titanium, tourmaline |
Cost - 2 100-4 200 rubles.
JJ-928
GWD Professional Hair Styel JJ-928 is a cheap price segment curling iron that can be ordered on the Aliexpress website.
Features of the device:
- 2 temperature conditions - 180 and 210 ° С;
- each roller has a heat-resistant tip;
- power - 40 W;
- there is a heating indicator;
- the diameter of the rollers to choose from - 2 cm, 2.2 cm, 2.5 cm, 2.8 cm, 3.2 cm;
- covering - ceramics.
Benefits:
- low cost;
- attractive appearance;
- uniform heating of the working surface;
- rotating wire.
Disadvantages:
- rollers overheat the hair and harm it;
- slow cooling of the device;
- weight - almost 600 g.
Cost - up to 1,000 rubles.
"Erika"
The Erika RCM 020 triple curling iron is suitable for curling medium to long hair. This is a Russian-made device.
Features of the device:
- 5 temperature modes;
- heating temperature - 80-220 ° С;
- working surface coating - tourmaline, ceramics;
- the rollers have plastic tips;
- cord length - 2.5 m;
- there is a power indicator;
- power - 70 W;
- the set includes a plug-in stand;
- there is a lock-lock on the body;
- the diameter of the rollers is 2.5-1.9-2.5 cm.
Benefits:
- fast heating - within 5 minutes;
- rotating cord;
- on the cord at the base there is a loop for hanging the device;
- there is an ionization function and a thermostat.
Disadvantages - weight.
Cost - 3,000-4,500 rubles. depending on the place of sale.
Dewal
Dewal is a Russian-German company that produces multi-stylers in Germany, Italy, Korea and Taiwan.
Features of devices:
- there is a heat-resistant tip;
- Soft touch handle;
- surface coating - ceramics, tourmaline.
Benefits:
- respect for hair;
- fast heating;
- stylish design;
- rotating cord;
- elastic waves that do not lose their shape during the day.
Disadvantages:
- not all devices have a temperature control sensor;
- fragile latch;
- weight - almost 500 g.
The lineup:
Model | Heating temperature | Diameter of rollers | Cord length | Individual characteristics |
MiniWave - 45W | 190 ° C | 1-1-1 cm | 2.5 m | Small size - body is 20 cm long |
Star Style - 90W | 80-200 ° C | 2.2-1.9-2.2cm | The presence of a mechanical thermostat | |
Royal Wave - 75 W | 160-200 ° C | 2.2 cm | The presence of an electronic thermostat |
Cost of devices:
- MiniWave - 2,500 rubles;
- Royal Wave - 3 300 rubles;
- Star Style - 4 150 rubles.
"Galaxy"
The wave curler from the Russian manufacturer Galaxy is a device for home use.
Features of devices:
- overheat protection;
- ceramic coating of surfaces;
- ergonomic design;
- overheat protection;
- work indicator;
- there are heat-resistant tips.
Benefits:
- rotating cord;
- after use, the hair retains its shine;
- comfortable to hold in hand;
- a light weight;
- acceptable cost;
- fast heating.
Disadvantages:
- poor quality plastic on the handle;
- on the thermostat there are designations for temperature conditions 1-10, but the specific temperature is not indicated. Users do not always understand which temperature in ° C corresponds to the figure;
- there is a defect in the coating, but this does not affect functionality.
The lineup:
Model | Heating temperature | Diameter of rollers | Cord length | Individual characteristics |
GL4602 - 40W | 200 ° C | 1.6 cm | 1.88 m | Not suitable for short hair due to its wide surface |
GL4619 - 35W | 180 ° C | 1 cm | Compact size | |
GL4606 - 70W | 110-200 ° C | 2.2 cm | 10 temperature modes |
Cost - 700-1 5000 rubles.
Kemei
The Chinese-made Kemei curling iron is designed for curling hair with large waves.
Features of devices:
- fast heating;
- power - 45 W;
- cable length - 1.7 m;
- diameter of rollers - 2.2 cm;
- ceramic work surface;
- heating temperature - 170 and 220 ° С;
- heat-resistant tips on each roller;
- LED indicator of the operating mode.
Benefits:
- light weight - about 400 g;
- there is temperature control;
- there is a support leg;
- affordable cost.
Disadvantages:
- short cord;
- burns hair;
- after washing, the hair becomes coarse.
Cost - 1,400 rubles.
Curling iron care
In order for the device to serve as long as possible, it is necessary to properly care for it, taking into account the following features:
- after each use, the curling iron must be wiped with a soft cloth in order to remove the remnants of styling products from its surface;
- the use and storage of the device must be accurate - no drops and scratches;
- the pliers cannot be cleaned with abrasive products or rubbed with a brush;
- store the device in a dry place, preferably in a separate case.
A curling iron that can straighten hair or create waves is the best solution for women who want to style their hairstyles at home. Such devices allow you to quickly and efficiently curl your hair without damaging it.
Video on how to use the triple curling iron
Creating curls with a triple curling iron step by step: