Choose a curling iron (straightener) for hair two in one

One of the most popular services in the beauty salon is styling hairstyles, namely hair extension with the help of ironing, creating curls. The procedure allows you to make each hair smooth and shiny. Modern technologies ensure the safety of thermal effects, thanks to the use of a specially created tool in the field of hairdressing, ironing. A hair straightener can be purchased at every household appliance store, so you can easily make such a styling at home without the help of a qualified craftsman. However, the assortment in stores is so wide that choosing a straightener becomes a difficult task to make the right choice of the best ironing You should familiarize yourself with all the advantages and disadvantages of each type of ironing.

Selection options

The method of thermal styling using a curling iron has gained great popularity among women. The method does not take much time, and the effect persists for a long time without the use of chemical exposure. And the use of additional protective equipment in the form of a spray prevents damage and protects them from external negative factors.

Curling iron for hair 2 in 1 will allow you to create a variety of hairstyles (Fig. 2), styling with straight strands, or curled in curls of different sizes and intensities, to create additional volume.

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Each model of the device differs from each other by important characteristics that affect the quality, ease of use and the effect on the health of the hair as a whole. After analyzing all the parameters, you can choose the most suitable option for the requirements of a particular person.

Criteria selection of curling iron 2 in 1:

1. The working surface of the device, which is in contact with the hair (Fig. 3):

• Ceramic
• Tourmaline;
• Metal;
• Teflon;
• Marble
• Titanic (applied as a topcoat after the ceramic layer).

1. Clamping mechanism of the strand. They are equipped with classic models to create the same sized curls, if you need to create the most natural curls, it is recommended to use cone-shaped surfaces.
2. Set of nozzles. The more nozzles (Fig. 4) the straightener has, the more options and options for creating styling.
   

   Fig. 4. Types of nozzles

3. Function ionizer.
4. Regulation of surface heating. The indicator is very important and necessary for the safety of hair during thermal exposure. The recommended temperature range varies from 50 to 200 degrees, this is due to the individual structure of the hair of each person.
5. The diameter of the heating part of the device. The size of the curl thickness will depend on this indicator, it is recommended to choose a larger diameter.
6. Stand to protect the surface from a hot appliance (Fig. 5).
   

   Fig. 5. Curling iron with stand

7. The length and width of the nozzle. For long hair, a long nozzle is recommended, otherwise part of the curl hair may remain untwisted.
8. The length of the cord and the possibility of its rotation. The mobility of the device and the convenience of its use depend on the length of the wire.
9. Signal of readiness of strands.
10. The presence of a loop for storing the device.
11. Type of fixation of heating plates:

• Rigid fixation;
• Floating surface.

The shape of the edges of the plate:

• Straight edges;
• Rounded edges.

Benefits

If the tongs have all the best characteristics listed above at the same time, then this device becomes indispensable for home use, however, straightening curls with such an iron is not always affordable, since such a straightener is not cheap and will be equated to a professional tool in the field of hairdressing devices. To save money, it is recommended to choose a device with the most relevant and necessary characteristics. Find out, Which hair straighteners are better to choose. The advantages of a rectifier with all the important characteristics:

• An eyelet for hanging facilitates the task of storing the device, it is especially relevant for curling iron made of ceramic coating, as it is fragile and requires careful handling;
• The signal of readiness of curls will ensure the safety of the strands from overheating, will not allow hair to dry out;
• The safest rectifier surfaces are made of ceramic or tourmaline material;
• The clamping mechanism allows you to make curls even and uniform, however, such locks become visually less natural and alive;
• A large number of nozzles allows you to not only straighten curls and twist, you can also make corrugations of different sizes, add styling volume;
• Ionization function favorably affects the hair and scalp, smoothes the scales, giving the strands shine.
• Floating fixation of the working area is the best option for fixing the plates. The heating plate is attached to the body using springs or rubber bands, which ensures smooth movement of the device along the curl.
• The shape of the edges for curling strands is recommended rounded to obtain smooth curls without creases.
• The function of the sound signal about the readiness of the strands is very convenient, it allows you not to detect the twist time of each strand, the device itself will tell you when it is time to move on to the next curl.

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disadvantages

Undoubtedly, the presence of additional functions and characteristics is an advantage of the device, pushing the boundaries of laying possibilities. But the presence of some characteristics can be attributed to the disadvantages:

• A large number of nozzles can significantly reduce the life of the device. When choosing a curling iron with nozzles, it is necessary to carefully examine the place of attachment of the nozzle to the device, the quality of the connection;
• A curling iron with a metal surface has an attractive price, however, such a surface is unsafe for hair, can dry out curls and burn;
• If there is a gap between the plates, in such a device the heat will not be distributed evenly, as a result of which the laying quality will deteriorate.

Types of corrugation

Corrugation is one of ironing tips (Fig. 6), using a special plate, you can create various styling options.

Types of corrugation:

• Large, as a rule, is used for long thick hair. Large corrugation (Fig. 7) will help create relief waves;
  

  Fig. 7. Large corrugation

• The average, universal size of the corrugation. The average corrugation will help in the formation of volumetric curls or volume at the roots;
• The small corrugation is ideal for laying thin damaged strands. You can form a hairstyle with small curls or a quality basal volume (Fig. 8).

Recommendations for choosing a 2-in-1 iron

In order to choose and purchase a high-quality styling tool, it is recommended to adhere to several important tips:

• The clearance between the plates should be at least 1 mm if the plates are fixed tightly, and at least 2 mm if the fixation is floating;
• The heating time of a standard instrument for home use should not exceed 30 seconds, otherwise such a device will require more time to work;
• If you plan to use the device frequently as a replacement curlers, you should choose a tool with high power;
• If the tool will often be used outside the house, or there is a small child in the house, you should choose a model with a heat-resistant bag in which you can remove the unheated tool.

Advantages and disadvantages of using a 2-in-1 iron

Like any tool, the use of a 2 in 1 curling iron has a number of pluses and minuses.

The advantages of using a laying tool include:

• The ability to create a salon hairstyle at home at any convenient time;
• It takes a little time to twist or straighten the strands, depending on the power of the device, the type and length of hair;
• The invited strands after applying the ironing function become silky;
• You can combine several in one device, many nozzles allow you to save space and money on the purchase of other heat-laying tools.

Disadvantages of using a curling iron:

• As a result of regular long use of this tool, the hair structure may deteriorate;
• The durability of styling does not depend on the quality and cost of the device, durability depends on the individual characteristics of the hair;
• There is a danger of burning hair;
• A tool that meets all the important parameters has a high cost;
• Before creating a hairstyle, training is required;
• The need to use additional protective equipment during installation, to prevent brittleness and drying out of the strands, entails additional costs.

How to choose a styling tool

To choose a quality tool that will please its owner for many years, it is important to consider the following:

• Type, density, hair length;
• The state of health of the scalp;
• The place where the tool will be used most often is necessary for frequent trips miniature iron;
• Frequency of operation;
• What hairstyles should be created with a curling iron;
• When choosing a rectifier, you should pay attention to the manufacturer of the tool and choose the best one in the required price segment.

A curling iron 2 in 1 is an indispensable device for every woman who wants to have a beautiful styling without visiting beauty salons. To create a hairstyle, regardless of whether it is necessary to do daily or evening styling, it will take a little time and skills. Quality tool, with coated with the best material, with a set of necessary nozzles and functions will help minimize the harmful effects, maintain the structure and health of the hair with its regular use.

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