These are the 3 best curling irons on Amazon

Brianna Lapolla

Some curl, some wave, some do that bombshell thing we all want. But which curling irons are our favorite? Here are three that bring on all the compliments.

EDITORS’ PICK: HOT TOOLS SIGNATURE SERIES 1-INCH GOLD CURLING IRON

The Facts:

  • Designed with gold technology for faster styling

  • Pulse Technology maintains consistent temperature

  • Reaches temperatures up to 430 degrees Fahrenheit

For the ultimate rec, we tapped PureWow beauty editor, Marissa. “I consider myself very lucky that my hair holds a curl well. But that doesn’t mean I haven’t tried my fair share of curling irons. Time and time again, I come back to this Hot Tools model, because it just works so well. I use it the traditional way when I want big, voluminous, old Hollywood curls. But most of the time, when I want undone waves, I use it more like a curling wand. It heats evenly through so every curl comes out just as good as the last.” Buy it ($40)

BEST VALUE: INFINITIPRO BY CONAIR 1-INCH TOURMALINE CERAMIC CURLING IRON WITH NANO TECHNOLOGY

The Facts:

  • Nano technology reduces frizz

  • Five precision LED heat settings

  • Automatically turns off after non-use

You may think you can’t get those model-like curls you see all over Instagram, but you’re so wrong. The trick is using a one-inch curling iron with frizz-reducing technology. With five heat settings up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and smoothing ions, every curl comes out bouncy and shiny. All that for half of what a regular blowout costs. Buy it ($15)

SPLURGE-WORTHY: T3 TWIRL INTERCHANGEABLE 1.25“ CLIP BARREL CURLING IRON

The Facts:

  • Customize with various other T3 styling barrels

  • Internal microchip constantly measures and maintains even temperature

  • Custom blend ceramic barrel emits negative ions to retain moisture

Options: We all want them. And this curling iron delivers. Not only does it curl extremely well as advertised (you can thank the heat-stabilizing technology and ceramic-blend barrel), but it also has a customization feature, which allows you to attach different size barrels to transform its abilities. Want looser waves? Clip on a two-inch barrel. Want glamorous curls? Keep the 1.25-inch barrel on there. Bottom line: If you’re going to make an investment in one good curling iron, this is it. Buy it ($185)

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