Hair Curlers

Great curls start with the right tool. If you want tight ringlets, loose waves, or something in between, the curler you choose makes the difference. The barrel size, shape and material all shape the final look. This collection brings together professional curling irons, wands and multi-stylers from trusted brands, so you can find the right tool for your hair type and style.

Which Curler for Your Look

The size of the barrel decides the size of the curl. Smaller barrels create tighter curls; larger barrels create looser waves.

• 13mm to 19mm, tight curls and ringlets. Ideal for short hair, defined styles and textured looks. The Silver Bullet City Chic Black Curling Iron 13mm creates tight, bouncy curls, and the Silver Bullet Fastlane Gold Ceramic Curling Tong 19mm gives defined ringlets with a smooth finish.

• 25mm to 32mm, medium curls and waves. The most versatile size for most hair types. The Silver Bullet City Chic Black Curling Iron 25mm and BaBylissPRO Ceramic Gold Curling Iron 25mm produce classic, all-purpose curls, while the Speedy Pro Curl Professional Curling Iron 32mm creates soft, voluminous waves.

• 38mm, loose beachy waves. Ideal for long hair or styles that need movement. The Silver Bullet City Chic Black Curling Iron 38mm and BaBylissPRO Ceramic Gold Curling Iron 38mm give that effortless, undone look.

Curling Iron or Curling Wand

Both create curls, but they work differently.

• Curling irons have a clamp that holds the hair against the barrel. They are easier to control and give more consistent results, good for uniform curls and for anyone new to it.

• Curling wands have no clamp, so you wrap the hair around the barrel by hand for more natural, varied curls. The taper on conical wands makes curls that tighten toward the ends. The Silver Bullet City Chic Conical Wand 19mm to 32mm creates natural, tapered curls, and the Conical Wand 13mm to 25mm suits tighter, defined waves.

Multi-Stylers and Specialty Tools

Some tools do more than one job. The H2D x5 Professional Curling Wand comes in Black and Rose Gold with five interchangeable barrels, so you can move from tight curls to soft waves with one tool. The H2D X3 Professional Curling Wand offers the same idea with three barrel sizes.

Triple barrel irons create mermaid waves, a textured, wavy look that differs from a standard curl. The Silver Bullet City Chic Triple Barrel Curling Iron (16-19mm) creates defined, textured waves.

What to Look For in a Curling Tool

The right hair-curling tool comes down to a few features to check before you buy.

• Barrel material. Ceramic heats evenly and smooths the cuticle, while ionic and tourmaline barrels cut frizz and add shine. Most tools here use ceramic, and the H2D wands add tourmaline and infrared heat.

• Temperature control. Adjustable heat lets you match the tool to your hair, lower for fine or fragile hair, higher for thick or coarse. The Silver Bullet Fastlane tongs run from 80 to 220 degrees with settings you can dial in.

• Safety and handling. Look for a cool tip, a heat-resistant handle and a 360-degree swivel cord, which keep styling comfortable and safe. Most of the irons and tongs in the range carry these.

Heat Protection and Aftercare

Curling irons and wands get hot, so use a heat protectant before styling. Apply it and let hair dry before the tool touches it. After curling, a light mist of finishing spray or a drop of oil on the ends holds the style and adds shine.

What You Get at AMR

AMR stocks salon-quality curlers for salon and home use at trade and retail prices from Silver Bullet, BaBylissPRO, H2D, and Speedy Pro Curl. If you are after tight ringlets, beachy waves or multi-purpose styling, there is a tool for it.

Curlers are one part of a styling kit. Pair them with the electrical styling tools range for hair dryers and hair straighteners, or reach for clippers and trimmers when the job is cutting and edging rather than curling. Orders ship Australia-wide.