Electric curlers

Every woman knows that a beautiful hairstyle is the basis of any image or style, so it is always important to follow the trends and novelties of the season. Lush and careless curls have already become a real classic that never loses its relevance, but it’s not always possible to create such a hairstyle. In order to save money and time, you can get a set of curlers. Thermal curlers have become especially popular, which allow you to wind your hair quickly and for a long time. It is not surprising that in our time a more modern variation of this simple device has appeared - electric curlers.

Electric curlers are not as intimidating and complicated technique as it might seem at first glance. On the contrary, its features allow you to significantly speed up and, most importantly, simplify the process of curling your hair and styling your curls. Outwardly, as a rule, the device resembles a small ergonomically shaped plastic case with a translucent lid, in which curlers familiar to many are installed in several rows. Such a “machine” can operate both from direct current, that is, it will be equipped with a power cord and plug, as well as from a battery or batteries.

The main feature of electric curlers is a simple, fast and safe way to heat the tubes to the temperature you need. Usually curlers can be hollow inside or have a special groove on one of the round sides for contact with the heating element of their base. The temperature is gradually distributed from the inside of the cylinder to its outer surface and the material that is in direct contact with the curls. Thus, you get an effective and completely safe result for your hair.

In addition, most modern models can fully control the temperature of the tubes. You can independently specify the required maximum heating and when it is reached, the device will turn off, and when it cools down, the curlers will work again. This is convenient because when using traditional curlers, they are used alternately and cool quickly during the curling process. In this case, the temperature will always be maintained at the required level.

It is worth highlighting the general advantages of such a modern version of curlers:

• Depending on the type and quality of the curlers, a perm can be in no way inferior to a professional chemical one. The effect will last much longer;
• Significantly saves time. It will take about 2-3 minutes to heat the tubes, respectively, it will take you no more than 20 minutes to lay;
• The price for a good set of electric curlers is quite favorable and allows you to successfully save on trips to professional salons. Moreover, a high-quality device will serve you for a very long time;
• Practicality and convenience - these are the main trump cards that attract electronic curlers.Modern models not only maintain the temperature, but can be equipped with an indication that will tell you exactly the time when you can start styling.

As for the shortcomings, there are not so many of them:

• Curling efficiency will still be lowerthan from the use of a professional curling iron. As a rule, this is especially noticeable if you pay attention to the duration of the effect. However, such an error is valid for any curler option;
• Experienced experts do not recommend the daily use of electric curlers for women. The fact is that even if you purchase the highest quality and most reliable version of this device, it can still cause some damage to the structure of your hair. Therefore, it is advisable to take breaks in use;
• Not always suitable for short haircuts. For girls with short hair, it is preferable to choose curlers with a smaller diameter, such as bobbins or boomerangs. Not every curler manufacturer makes kits that contain tubes that are suitable in size for short curls.

In general, a distinctive feature of such a device is the presence of a heating element and a base-stand that is connected to the network. The curlers themselves are practically no different from the standard options in their appearance. Their main feature can be considered only a special shape of the core, which is necessary for better contact with the heating element and fixing the curlers in the stand.

It is much more important to pay attention to other features of modern thermal rollers, which made it possible to highlight truly original types:

• Standard plastic rollers with steel core and removable clips. This is a classic and reliable option, since the heating of the tubes is carried out in a matter of minutes, and the ability to separate the clip allows you to fix the curls in the way that is most convenient for you;
• Ceramic curlers - This is a kind of curiosity, the appearance of which was quite predictable. The fact is that in the case of the electric mode of operation, ceramics are best suited for heating, while it practically does not harm your hair in any way and can be used much more often;
• Velor coated curlers became an interesting and in its own way unique novelty. The fact is that classic soft tubes for professional curling have never been suitable for hot processing. But the electric version allows you to combine the heating of curls due to the warm outer surface of the curler and soft twist with the help of a velor coating;
• It is also possible to distinguish a separate type - road rollers. These are models that provide the ability to work on battery or batteries. Thus, they are great for trips and travels, as for all their advantages they do not take up too much space.

To date, there are a variety of models of electric curlers, which differ from each other not only in quality, but also in functionality. It is not so difficult to choose a suitable device, especially since stores, as a rule, have a fairly wide range - from the cheapest options to professional expensive equipment.Good models should have, first of all, indicators of the high quality of the tubes themselves, as this is important for the health of a woman's hair. To date, curlers made of ceramic or having a soft velor coating are considered the ideal choice. Women with long hair can choose a model that has clips and an automatic heating function, since in their case it will take much longer to twist one curl. In the case of a short haircut, you can choose special mini-options, where the tubes have the smallest possible diameter.

It is not always possible to fully check the reliability of equipment. That is why you should pay attention to the manufacturer, who can act as a guarantor of the quality of production. Below is a list of the most reliable and popular manufacturers of electronic curlers, as well as interesting new items from their range:

• BaByliss and model PRO 3021E Outwardly, it is practically no different from a number of similar devices. Still the same plastic case with a transparent lid, a wire with a plug, an additional bag with clips... Nevertheless, an interesting advantage of the model is the presence of tubes of various diameters that allow you to use PRO 3021E with any haircut. Curlers are made of ceramic and covered with velor, and the heads of the tubes serve as an indicator of heating, which turn white when ready for curling;

• Clatronic LV 3371 – a set of curlers with a metal core and an outer ceramic coating.There are also several rows depending on the diameter of the curlers, but the heating and storage box itself deserves special attention - it is more compact and it provides for the possibility of manually adjusting the temperature;

• Philips HP4611 - a set of 16 curlers, some of which have a velor coating. The main advantage is the fast and high-quality work of the box, which will last for quite a long time;

• Binatone HR-09 gained popularity due to its compactness. A very small travel case with a fastener, inside of which there are 4 small diameter curlers and 4 medium ones. It takes only 5-8 minutes to heat up;

• Remington KF40E. High-quality and large set of 20 curlers of various diameters with a delicate velor coating. The model has become a novelty of the end of 2016 and still confidently retains its position as a reliable tool for quickly and safely creating curls;

• Vitek VT-2231 VT – another large and handy set, which features a short heating time and the ability to combine different diameters of curlers and clips to get interesting hairstyles;

• Valera 657.01 Roll & Clip. Has an interesting design. Another professional model of curlers that have a ceramic coating and special Velcro fasteners.

Electric curlers are a set that consists of the tubes themselves, as well as a box that simultaneously acts as a storage space and a heating element. Therefore, when choosing, you should pay attention to both of these details:

• Carefully select the required diameter of the curler. Modern models can have a set of different options, which is very convenient;
• If you need a set for travel or trips, then immediately check out models that run on batteries or have compact boxes;
• Particular attention should be paid to the quality of the material of the curlers themselves. It is best if they are made of ceramic with a velor coating;
• The most popular models with the possibility of ionization, as they prevent delamination of hair.

Each individual model of electric curlers may have its own set of functionality, therefore, they are always accompanied by instructions for use, which are recommended to be studied before the first use. In general, we can highlight the following points necessary for competent home curling using such a device:

• Wash and dry your hair. They may remain slightly damp before the procedure;
• The machine can be prematurely plugged into the network and wait for the tubes to heat up;
• Comb and divide your hair into separate strands;
• The device will independently notify you of the readiness of the curlers using an indication signal or a change in the color of the tubes;
• Take the curlers, wind it around the curl and fix it with a clip;
• Repeat the curling procedure for all curls and wait a while before removing the curlers.

Today, the most popular options for hairstyles with curls are:

• "Romantic retro" - a hairstyle with a pile on the back of the head and long curls gathered at the back in a bun;
• Waterfall with curls and french braid - hairstyle with large careless curls, which are collected at the back with a horizontal thin pigtail;
• Wet hair curls - the effect is achieved by applying a small portion of foam to the hair before curling;
• "Curls a la Marilyn Monroe" - Large dense curls with a comb up and sideways;
• "Slight negligence" - barely noticeable light curls that look unobtrusive and natural.

Today, the electric version of curlers is gaining more and more popularity. According to the reviews of women who managed to try this simple technique for themselves, curlers allow you to style with curls much faster, while not causing any harm to your hair. Electric curlers have also found their place in professional salons, appearing more and more often in the arsenal of specialists. Models made of ceramic with a velor coating are especially popular, which can be used even in the case of weakened and brittle hair.

By purchasing a similar device for yourself, you will see for yourself how easy it is to create a chic styling with curls at home in just 15-20 minutes.

How to make curls with electric curlers, see the following video.