A 1.5-inch titanium curler for loose waves, not tight ringlets
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- shoulder-length or longer hair, and anyone chasing loose waves instead of defined curls
- Skip if
- A 1.5 inch barrel is too wide to hold a curl in very short hair, so bobs will get a bend rather than a wave
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The ANNLARY curling iron uses a 1.5 inch titanium-ceramic barrel, which is wide enough to make relaxed waves rather than the tight spirals a 1 inch barrel produces. Dual PTC heating elements bring the barrel up to temperature in seconds and hold it there through a full head, which matters on thick hair where cheaper irons lose heat after a few sections. Eight heat settings run across a range wide enough to drop low for fine or color-treated hair, and an LED screen shows the actual selected temperature rather than a vague dial. The clamp design means it curls rather than wands, so there is a learning curve if you are used to a clipless wand. Best fit: shoulder-length or longer hair, and anyone chasing loose waves instead of defined curls.
Pros
- 1.5 inch barrel produces loose waves instead of tight ringlets
- Dual PTC heating holds temperature through a full head on thick hair
- Eight settings with an LED readout, so you can actually go low for fine hair
- Titanium ceramic surface glides without the snagging of a bare metal barrel
Cons
- A 1.5 inch barrel is too wide to hold a curl in very short hair, so bobs will get a bend rather than a wave
Frequently asked questions
What barrel size should I pick for beach waves?
1.5 inches is the standard size for loose beachy waves. Smaller barrels like 1 inch make tighter, more defined curls.
Will it work on short hair?
On hair shorter than chin length the 1.5 inch barrel mostly adds a bend rather than a full wave. A 1 inch barrel holds better on short cuts.
Does it have automatic shutoff?
Yes, it includes an auto shutoff safety feature. Check your unit's manual for the exact timing.
Is it dual voltage for travel?
Verify voltage on the listing before traveling internationally. Many irons in this price range are single voltage and need a converter, not just a plug adapter.
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