Curling irons "corrugation"

In the new millennium, corrugation is no longer associated only with small pleated skirts, and it is no longer only small curls from the 90s. Why a corrugated curling iron is needed today, how it is used and what miracles it works, you will learn from this article.

Tongs, flat irons, hair curlers - for some it all means the same thing - some thermal devices that allow you to achieve this or that effect on our hair. But if an ordinary curling iron creates the usual curls, then a corrugated curling iron is a more multifunctional device. Now there are such curling irons not only for professional, but also for home use.

Let us consider in more detail what types of such flats exist:

• Large corrugation especially suitable for styling on long thick hair. With it, you can make popular now Hollywood waves.These are not just classic voluminous curls, the hair lies like a large and smooth corrugated wave.
• Medium corrugation - the most versatile of the corrugated flats, with its help you can easily and quickly make voluminous curls or simply focus on the root volume.
• Fine corrugation - it was from a similar effect that we all once learned about the possibilities of this kind of styling products. Just with this type of curling iron, you can make a magnificent basal volume. In particular, it works well to create a chic hairstyle from mini-curls on thin, as well as damaged hair.

Of course, it is most convenient for professionals to take a curling iron with nozzles - such gadgets will cost a pretty penny, but they are more convenient to use than, for example, a 3-in-1 curling iron (hair iron + corrugation + curls).

As for the flats with nozzles, they also come in different types:

• Curling iron - to add volume to hair;
• Curling iron for hair straightening;
• Curler for hair (which just includes 1, 2 or 3 nozzles for creating different types of corrugated strands).

Is it possible to do everything at once with one curling iron - you ask, the answer will be - yes. Very interesting novelties appeared on the market - multistylers for hair. These unique and, of course, expensive devices include:

• Brushing - a special brush to add volume;
• Rectifier;
• Corrugation (any one type or three nozzles at once for creating small, medium and large curls);
• Brush for easy styling for every day or after a haircut at the hairdresser;
• Hair curlers.

Corrugated curling irons come in different sizes and serve different purposes: you can buy just a small travel curling iron to look well-groomed on any trip or business trip, or you can take a curling iron with wide heating plates - this way you can cover a large area of ​​\u200b\u200bhair at a time and the styling process will take much longer. less time.

By the way, about the plates. Here, too, there are nuances. They come in different finishes:

• metal - Naturally, the most aggressive for hair. A strand can literally burn to such a curling iron, the hair dries out, becomes brittle. The only joy from buying such a device is the price. You can take it to try it for the first time, if you do not want to overpay. Then don't forget to use heat protection sprays. And they will have to be bought periodically and it is already unknown whether you win so much in price.
• teflon - not only pans can be covered with such a coating, it is also designed to protect the hair from “sticking” to a hot curling iron, it also facilitates the curling process (the hair does not slip and curls evenly). The disadvantage of such a coating is its fragility. After about a year (depending on the frequency of use of the curling iron), it begins to wear down to a metal surface.

• ceramics won't harm your hair. During the curling process, such curling irons distribute heat very evenly and release negatively charged particles, due to which the hair scales close, keeping the inside of the hair moisturized. I must add that it is better to take a curling iron made entirely of ceramics, because the ceramic coating still tends to wear off over time.
• tourmaline - this is a semi-precious stone, when heated, a low-frequency magnetic field is formed, negatively charged ions are formed, leveling static electricity. The hair scales also close softly, after curling the hair acquires a healthy shine. Tourmaline coating, unlike ceramic and Teflon, is not erased. Such curling irons are considered the safest of all. All this causes the high price of these devices.
• titanium - we will not repeat what was written above, because the beneficial effect for hair is no worse than that of tourmaline-coated curling irons. Only titanium devices themselves are more durable, reliable, highly resistant even to chemical damage.

In addition to the type of coating, an important factor when choosing a corrugated curling iron is the manufacturer.

Of course, the more famous the brand in the market and the larger the production, the more reliable the quality of the device will be. But there are also lesser known, but also noteworthy professional brands. Their devices are also very, very high quality, but the points of sale are narrowed, as they are not designed for widespread consumption. Tools in professional stores, of course, are much more expensive, but they are very hardy and treat hair as sparingly and carefully as possible, not to mention the speed of styling.

In any case, if you choose tongs for home use, then look at the manufacturers Philips, Bosch, Brawn, Rowenta, Remington. Stylists also choose brands Dewal, Harizma, Valera. Among the beauty bloggers are the most famous BaByliss and Philips.

There are several parameters that you should pay attention to in order to find for yourself the best option when choosing a curling iron:

• Temperature control - if there is no such function in the corrugated iron, then you do not need it. For different styling, and even more so for different types of hair (especially important if you take a curling iron for a family: for yourself, sister, mother, grandmother, or for professional use), you need to choose different temperature modes. Ideally, look at the curling irons, which have a declared range of at least 50C to 200C.

• The length of the nozzle - it all depends on the length of your hair. The longer your braid, the longer you should choose a head. Otherwise, part of the hair will be wound weaker and the desired styling will not work.

• The shape and diameter of the nozzle. Decide what types of curls you would like to do. Again, you can buy a curling iron with nozzles, as we said, and kill several birds with one stone, so see the next paragraph.

• Presence/absence of nozzles - good curling irons with numerous nozzles will cost a pretty penny, but if you decide to save money and buy such a device, you can lose, so check everything thoroughly. The attachment points of the nozzles are usually the most vulnerable, because of which, over time, the curling iron can break faster.

• Stand - it seems like a trifle, but during use it is a very useful thing, since it is much more convenient to work with such a curling iron: there is no risk of damaging the surface and burning your fingers.

• Hanging loop - you can, of course, build such a loop yourself, but it’s still better if it comes with a kit. This makes it easier to store. If you don't want to clutter up your bathroom, hang it on a hook in the closet.Such a loop is especially relevant for ceramic-coated curling irons due to their increased fragility.

• Cord length - optimal if the cord is about 2-3 m, since with a shorter one you get tired of carrying an extension cord around you, and in a long one you risk getting confused. It's good to have someone nearby who can untangle you.

• Curl "readiness" timer - you set the desired number of seconds on the display, and the curling iron emits a characteristic squeak as your curls are ready. With it, you will not notice how quickly you wind curls.

• The fire timer is especially important for professional hairdressers. In the bustle of work, you can forget about turning off all appliances, but the curling iron itself will remind the owner that you need to remember to turn it off. At home, sometimes this function is no less convenient.

There are a lot of styling options using various types of curling irons - there is enough imagination here, but there are the most basic ones, knowledge of which will help you figure out how to use curling irons correctly.

Styling for medium length hair is not very different from styling for long hair, but there are some nuances. It is important to choose the right temperature for heating the curling iron and the time the strand is held on the rod, so as not to miscalculate with the desired volume. Otherwise, the hair will curl into very tight curls and you risk becoming like a curly lamb. Someone's curls will then settle, and someone will go through the whole celebration, lamenting about the unsuccessful styling.

Here, as elsewhere, practice is important.The more often you style your hair, the better the hairstyle will turn out every time. Also with professionals. Here, too, it is not always possible to correctly determine the desired temperature for specific hair and styling time, which is why going to one proven master is more reliable.

Here is a step-by-step algorithm on how to proceed in order to straighten your hair beautifully and safely:

• Wash your hair using your usual shampoo, but after that, be sure to use a heat-protective spray - so exposure to high temperatures will cause minimal harm to them.
• Dry your hair. Ideally, in a natural way, but if in a hurry, use a hairdryer. For curly girls, a hair dryer with brushing is especially suitable. Wet hair is better not to straighten, wait until it dries completely.

• Start straightening from the back of the head: divide the head into several parts, pin them with hairpins as desired. You should straighten your hair, moving from the roots to the tips. Basically, one straightening stroke through the hair will be enough to make it smooth.
• Arrange your hair however you like. If necessary, fix individual strands or the entire styling with varnish.

Some tips for creating hairstyles for short hair:

• Excellent styling for short hair will be obtained only after washing. But it is not recommended to do it on freshly washed wet hair, you should blot it with a towel.
• The quality of your haircut is also important - the quality of styling on your short hair will directly depend on it.
• Use cool air from a blow dryer, especially on fine hair when styling every day, so that the effect of warm air is not as damaging.

• Direct the air stream from the roots to the ends.Start laying from the back of the head.
• Use an anti-static heat protectant during styling.
• Give volume to the hair roots with a corrugated curling iron and special hair powder, rubbing it into the roots (without combing).
• After drying, you can make several options for curling your hair with a curling iron (for example, “bell” - tips up).
• Fix the effect with special styling products (varnish / gel / hair wax).

It all depends on what effect you want to achieve. Laying can be completely different. You can make tight, neatly sorted curls, romantic waves, so popular today "beach waves", all kinds of shirring effects or voluminous strands.

It all depends only on the choice of curling iron or nozzle on it, the length of stay of the strand on the curling iron.

Curls on different hair hold differently, and a lot also depends on weather conditions. The following few tips will help you to keep your styling as long as possible:

• After curling the strand, remove the curling iron and support the strand with your hands, fixing it with liquid varnish. When it cools down, release the strand.
• Attract additional "artillery": hair mousses, texturizing sprays, hair powders or even dry shampoos. Distribute them through the hair before styling with a curling iron, and after styling, fix the finished hairstyle with varnish.

• Much depends on the curling iron that you choose for yourself. Firstly, the length of the plates - if your hair is long, then the curling iron should not be miniature, otherwise the strand will not warm up completely and the top layer will not wrap. In general, it is better to spend money on a high-quality curling iron with good (ceramic, titanium or tourmaline coating), temperature regulation and a curl timer than ruining your hair and changing often cheap appliances.

• Hollywood Waves - such styling is distinguished by special accuracy, it is the corrugated curling iron that can easily create such a hairstyle without any additional tricks. Hair should lie perfectly, one hair to another, special attention should be paid to styling products so that the hair looks healthy and mobile, despite the deliberate neatness.

• Fluffy frizzy hair - the most voluminous styling, done with the help of a small corrugated curling iron. All hair is curled in a row from roots to ends, at the end the fluffy hairstyle is fixed with varnish. It seems that you slept all night on the smallest pigtails, and then dismissed them in one fell swoop.

• Smooth styling on short hair with corrugated elements - slightly damp clean hair is dried with a hair dryer with brushing, and then clips are made in several places with a curling iron with fine corrugation, it is more effective to leave the bangs (if any) straight.

• Evening smooth bun of corrugated hair - make your hair fluffy and voluminous with small corrugations and carefully pick it up in a low or medium “smooth” bun. This hairstyle is popular for special evening outings and wedding looks.

• Volume braid of corrugated hair - give your hair volume with the help of a small corrugation and put it in a voluminous braid, you can also use a Greek braid - an excellent and unbanal option for going out.

• Fluffy ponytail it will look especially impressive on straight or smoothly straightened hair, taken into a high ponytail, which is finely corrugated. It turns out a very stylish, bold and even a little daring image.

• Straightened hair with elements of small corrugated braids - straighten all hair or just dry it with a hair dryer with brushing, then take out individual strands and crimp them with a small or medium curling iron. Next, make air braids from these strands and arrange them beautifully over the head. The main thing here is not to overdo it. You don’t need to make a lot of braids, but you can play with their width - it all depends on your imagination.

• Volumetric styling with curls "with creases" - you can’t get such a hairstyle just from improvised means, here you need a special “triangular” nozzle for a curling iron. Everything needs to be done as usual, just because of its shape, the curls turn out as if with strong creases. The image looks podium and to some extent outrageous. For lovers of experiments - what you need.

• Malvinka and romantic waves with basal volume - you do not need to spoil your hair with bouffant and tons of varnish to create a stunning basal volume. Just press the roots in a row with a small corrugated curling iron, and then rub the hair powder into them, massaging a little and as if lifting the hair. Easily curl the rest of your hair on a large curling iron and collect some of them into a small malvinka.

• Corrugated bow - the hair is pulled into a ponytail, which is finely corrugated with a special curling iron and neatly gathered in the form of a bow.

With the advent of the first corrugated flats back in the 90s, a lot has changed.Now every woman can easily have such devices at home, and not spend several hours to create a hairstyle in the salon. The flat pad market has come a long way and the reviews are generally positive. There are subjective opinions and various nuances, so when choosing corrugated flats, and not only, it is better to enlist customer reviews on the model you are interested in.

Below, for example, three types of pads are given, which are the best options for home use today, judging by the rating. Consumers note the high, almost professional quality of goods at reasonable prices. They are different for these three leaders-ploeks, therefore their characteristics are also given and the pros and cons are highlighted.

Dewal Pro-ZSlim 03-870 is a German professional brand. Very comfortable because of its shape and low weight, durable, reliable. Its advantage is that it can easily cope with even the thinnest hair. Price - 1819 rubles.

Pros:

• Small price for professional equipment;
• Ceramic-tourmaline coating - protects and heals hair;
• 4 temperature modes;
• Optimal cord length (2.5 m);
• Loop for hanging.

Minuses:

• Narrow nozzle (1.1 cm) increases curling time;
• There is no auto-off;
• No stand provided.

Remington S-8670 - This is an extraordinary multi-styler with a set of nozzles. They can make corrugations, and large Hollywood curls of 2 cm, basal volume and stretch hair with an iron. Judging by the reviews - this is a miracle of technology! Price - 5590 rubles.

Pros:

• Lots of features;
• Ceramic coating protects hair from overheating;
• Several temperature modes;
• Optimal cord length (2 m);
• Heats up quickly;
• Comes with a case (easy to take with you on trips and store).

BaByliss Pro Titanium Tourmaline BAB 2512 TTE - a curling iron of a professional brand of beauty devices that has proven itself on the market, originally from Paris. She is trusted by famous hair stylists and well-known beauty bloggers from all over the world. Price - 3689 rubles.

Pros:

• Acceptable price;
• Ceramic tourmaline coating protects and revitalizes hair;
• Immediately 25 temperature regimes;
• Wide and long nozzle - perfect for styling long and medium length hair;
• Optimal cord length (2.7 m);
• The kit comes with a straightening nozzle;
• Rotation of the cord around its axis (ease of use).

Minuses:

• There is no auto-off;
• No stand provided.

For information on how to style your hair with a curling corrugation, see the following video.