The beauty industry is one of the only in which old technology persists, like the curling iron. It’s fine in its place, but isn’t there an easier way? Enter the curling wand. But what is it and does it make better curls than a curling iron? And if so, does it make them easier? Let’s see why you might want to use a curling wand over a curling iron, which is old hair technology.

How to Use a Curling Wand for the Best Results

Here’s how to use a curling wand correctly:

1. Use a Curling Wand on Dry Hair

First things first: never use a direct-heat tool on wet hair. It literally boils the water that’s inside the hair and creates bubbles. This leads to fissures inside the hair and eventual breakage. Ideally, don’t use products that contain water either right before using a curling wand on your hair.

2. Choose the Right Size and Type of Curling Wand

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Wider barrels are for larger curls. Narrow barrels are for short hair and smaller curls. Curling wands also come in a variety of shapes to help you create the look you’re after:

• Bubble Wands: These create a well proportionate curl because the hair rests in between the bubbles to be heated. They’re great if you’re looking for a very curly look all over the head.
• Tapered Wands: These create tendrils that are slightly wider at the base.
• Straight Wands of Different Sizes: These create flowing curls. A smaller wand for smaller curls and a larger one for longer hair or larger curls.

3. Part Your Hair First

Visualize how you want the style to come out and part your hair accordingly before you start. A huge mistake we all make is thinking that once the curls are there, they will automatically lay the way we want them to. This isn’t true. Consider how you want your hair, then create the curls by section.