It has a mix of plastic and tufted, boar-style bristles on one half of the tool that you've come to expect with a hair-dryer brush. But on the sides of the oval-shaped tool are ceramic-coated teeth that heat up and really help smooth out my hair to give me a sleek look. Plus, I can use the dry mode afterward to get my hair even sleeker, all from one tool. The latest however, might just be my favourite because a) it seems like it should be a joke but then plot twist b) it seems to give the best curls I've ever seen. Whether you want cheap hair straighteners that offer professional standard frizz control or affordable shavers that provide a smooth finish every time, read on to discover more about our high quality branded products. Hair Dryers

Yes, you read this right: This vlogger was up for the challenge of trying 100 pin curls. By all means, do not feel obligated to try this many, but know that the more pin curls you create, the more defined your curls will be. Start with wet or damp hair, which should be generously coated with a leave-in conditioner and/or setting lotion. Next, part your hair into two, four, or (if you want ultra-tight curls) eight sections, before wrapping half-inch sections of hair around your finger. Pin them in place with two bobby pins in a crisscross shape, repeating the entire process process until you run out of patience or bobby p ins (just kidding—you gotta see it through!). Joseph Maineis a celebrity stylist, the artistic director of Color Wow Hair, and the founder of Trademark Beauty. Maine accommodates clientele in both Los Angeles, CA, and New York, NY. I spoke to Maine previously about velcro hair rollers. Before we get there, though, here are the 15 best curling irons and wands we tested on all different lengths and textures: Eric Vaughn is a hairstylist based in Houston, TX, owner of REV Hair Salon, and master artistic educator. Vaughn contributed to Cosmo recently about the best way to use hair rollers. A couple of months later, my hair wasn’t only shinier, but growth was happening at a faster rate than I’d ever seen. After years of accepting that I wasn’t genetically blessed in that department, I started to wonder: was it just heat that was stunting my hair’s potential all this time?

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Instead, take a chunk of your hair and, mid-way up, place the roller underneath (or on top and alternate) and wrap your hair around the barrel. Then, roll it up and pin so it’s sitting flush against your scalp. How long should heated hair rollers be left in? You can either let this set for two days, or cheat the time lapse by sitting under a hooded dryer for an hour (I know, it kinda ruins the whole heatless aspect, but it's less damaging than applying direct heat to your hair). Make sure you allow your hair to cool before removing the pins. Since these curls are so small, there’s no reason to rake through with your fingers. Instead, try to avoid touching them as much as possible, and smooth any flyaways with a light misting of oil spray. The way your hair dries is the way that it is going to flow. Place the rollers at the crown of the head and roll your hair under the curler, that way, you will get more volume and body. — Tippi Shorter Remember: Each hair roller is different, and each hair type will require unique steps. However, it's a good idea to keep these general tips in mind if you're looking to achieve a bouncy blowout at home:

Andrés Melendez is a colorist at Whip Salon in Westport, CT, and at the Benjamin Salon in New York, NY. Melendez splits his time accommodating clientele along the East Coast, NY, CT, and FL. Run a volumising mousse or spray into your dry lengths before going in with the rollers – this adds more va-va-voom to the finished look, especially if you have fine hair. As natural as it feels to start rolling from the ends, that’s a big no-no: it can cause wonkiness which isn’t the vibe.

So, rather than the traditional version of a compact, why not opt for a wire-free straightener seeing as they're much more of a travel-friendly option – perfect for the fast-approaching summer holidays. Meanwhile, "an iron allows for a sturdier, tighter curl, which is why looser curls and waves are a bit harder to achieve with it,” says Gibson. Which is why reviewers overall loved the Beachwaver Curling Iron for giving them long-lasting, beachy waves. And if you're deciding between a spring iron vs. a marcel (like the Harry Josh Pro Tools 3-in-1 Ceramic Curling Iron) they give pretty similar results, says Maine, but the main difference is how you hold and clamp the curl. If you're a beginner, go for a spring clamp or wand. Instead of purchasing a bajillion different tools to create all your lewks (or filling your suitcase), just grab this interchangeable ceramic-coated curling iron set. It includes a spring-clamp barrel, a clampless wand barrel, and a triple barrel for perfect S-shaped beach waves, and was actually created by hairstylist Joseph Maine. One small detail that might sound like NBD but makes the biggest difference, IMO: The temperature dial is on the far end of the handle, rather than right underneath the clamp (the usual spot for it), so it’s out of the way and won’t accidentally get bumped and change your settings. It's the little things, y'all. Now, let's talk money. If you're looking for a high-tech option, it's likely it'll come with a high-end price tag too. But, you'll often find heated rollers on sale, so keep an eye out! How should you use heated rollers? While you can’t fault their seriously impressive results, anyone who uses traditional rollers will know that waiting for them to set is not so sexy. So, cue the next step up: heated rollers. They certainly aren’t a new trend, but they have stood the test of time, thanks to their bouncy, blow-dry effect.

Velcro rollers, foam rollers, hot rollers, steam rollers, and so many more variations can be used to create the effortless and bouncy look you're going for—it just depends on the size of the roller and the process you use. The bigger the roller, the bouncier the hair, the smaller the roller, the more tight the curls will be, explains Sally Hershberger, celebrity stylist and founder of Sally Hershberger 24K. "It’s common for people to think that any size roller will work when each size actually serves a different purpose,” she says. What are the best products to use with hair rollers for bouncy curls? If the vibe you're going for is more of a defined curl moment rather than soft and bouncy, you need to use smaller hot rollers. "The smaller the [rollers] are, the more curl they're going to leave in your hair," Maine has told Cosmo. Each hot roller in this set of nine is 1 inch in diameter, making them small enough to create a defined curl.For straighter hair types: Spritz a lightweight or volumizing heat protectant (try Bumble and Bumble Invisible Oil or Amika Brooklyn Bombshell Blowout Spray) through damp hair to protect your hair from heat styling without weighing it down. If your hair can’t hold a curl, rake a volumizing mousse (I love Oribe Grandiose or Herbal Essences Volumizing Hair Mousse) through your damp hair before rough-drying your hair (for texture) or blow-drying it straight (for smoother hot-roller curls).