9 best curling tongs, wands and wavers for all hair types

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Best curling tong

Ghd Classic Curl Tong

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The medium-sized barrel heats quickly to produce mid-sized curls, no matter the hair length. Just like the brand’s signature hair straighteners, this device heats up to 185 degrees — the optimum temperature for styling without damaging. Lightweight and easy to use, it has a cool tip and safety stand to ensure hands and surfaces don’t get burnt, as well as universal voltage: perfect for jet-setters.

BEST FOR VERSATILITY

Shark FlexStyle 4-in-1 Air Styler & Hair Dryer

If you like the idea of a Dyson Airwrap but prefer a more pick 'n' mix approach to attachments, the Shark FlexStyle is getting rave reviews within the beauty editor circle. Each set comes with four attachments of your choice, whether that's curlers, hot brushes or a diffuser. The wand itself is flexible to make styling even easier.

Best for minimising heat damage

Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler and Dryer

Dyson’s multi-functional Airwrap lets you streamline your stylers. A truly innovative device, it features attachments including two barrels for creating curls and waves of various sizes, a firm brush for eradicating frizz and flyaways, a smooth brush for a blow-dry finish, and a round brush for volume. Since it styles using hot air rather than direct heat, you'll achieve best results when starting with 70-to-80 per cent dry hair. Everything comes in a chic case, but of course.

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Best for customisable heat settings

T3 Curl ID Smart Curling Iron

If it's a bouncy blowout worthy of a Hollywood starlet you're after, T3 will have you sorted. Curl ID takes into account your hair texture and condition to deliver a truly tailored experience (there are nine heat settings!) while keeping hair damage at bay. The barrel is fairly large, so it's ideal for creating those screen siren curls.

Best for loose waves

Keeo Genius Smart-Glide Straightener

Now 37% Off

Yes, this technically is a straightener rather than a classic tong, but we're inclined to say that it delivers on both fronts. When used to add soft waves, the ridged plates mean it styles without leaving hair looking flat (or cause that dreaded 'fried' effect), especially on locks that are fine and straight. It's lightweight, does the job quickly and comes in the most aesthetically-pleasing box.

Best for mermaid waves

High Tide Deep Waver Amika High Tide Deep Waver

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Mermaid waves are made easy with this foolproof styler. Its non-slip handle and thoughtful ergonomic design make it easy and comfortable to hold, and the light weight is a bonus too. It will take a few tries in order to master the look, but once you get the hang of it, you'll never look back.

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Best for a beachy wave

Drybar The Wrap Party Curling & Styling Wand

New York blow-dry salon Drybar is popular with the well-heeled set (closer to home, you can experience Drybar in Harrods and H Beauty) for good reason: they create expensive-looking professional blow-outs in no time. At home, DIY the beachy look with this tapered curling wand. The barrel narrows at the bottom to create loose, uneven waves to capture that laidback, done-undone vibes.

Best for loose waves with volume

BaByliss Big Hair Rotating Styler

This rotating hot brush makes light work of creating voluminous, full-bodied waves. Simply run it through your roots to lengths and let the tool do the job in no time at all. Those with long hair will love how fast this works.

Best for natural-looking curls

Amika The Chameleon 5 Barrel Interchangeable Curling Kit

This interchangeable curling wand is perfect for achieving an undone set of natural-looking waves. Shape your hair in alternate directions for an additional boost of texture or brush through a synchronised set of waves for the ultimate glamorous look. With 5 varying heads, this handy set is perfect whether you're seeking tight pin curls or big, blow dry-esque swerves.

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