Comparing 4 curling irons, from budget to splurge!

[@irairod5160]

I got the Babyliss Pro 1.25 upon your recommendation, and I love it! The handle fits nicely in my hand. The iron s not too heavy or too long. My hair slides easily off the barrel, but the clamp holds it securely in place as needed. Also, I don't have strands getting tangled and snagged as I turn the barrel around, which is a problem I had with other tools. It heats up rather quickly. One of my favorite things is that the temperature dial STAYS at the spot I set it on. I've had other curling irons with no "number" indicators or with dials/buttons that are placed thoughtlessly and shift accidentally, giving me uneven results. This Babyliss iron is a gem, especially for its price!

[@meg_6689]

The only thing I wish she added to this video was a simple demonstration of each iron with the outcome! I really like the information she gives but unless you can see the outcome, its hard to tell which product is the right one for you. Other than that I love the information given on each!

[@robinholbrook6576]

Just found tonight! Must binge watch your videos! You are so lovely to look at! I’m a 73 year old Gramma in San Antonio Texas. I may be older but I still love makeup and doing hair. Lolol 🌹

[@wrigh424]

So funny you posted this today...I just decided it was time to upgrade from my who knows how old Revlon curling iron and there are so many out there to choose from. You have definitely helped me narrow my search!

[@jennifersohl7270]

Many, many years ago I was watching your blogs and you convinced me to buy a hot tools curling iron and suggested a certain size (3/4 I think). I have used it ever since and you’ve changed my hair game!!! I actually think I saw a video of yours recently and you talked about how the size barrel you mentioned in the past wasn’t actually the size you really used in those tutorials. Lol that size, whatever it is, works great for me!! Thank you!!

[@jessicaash4152]

I just recently bought that conair curling iron and it worked great for me. My curls lasted all day and still looked great the next day. I have fine-Medium hair

[@c.l.s.4438]

Your video came at the perfect time! I had just been looking for a new iron and I ended up ordering one of the ones you recommended! Thanks, lovely :)

[@aruytpadyugf]

This is an amazing review. I was literally looking at all of these last night on Amazon and debating! Thank you so much for you input. Please do this for other hair tools!

[@tors14]

I bought the Babyliss Pro 1.25” when I saw you used it on a tutorial you did and it was a game changer. I’ve used it regularly and it’s drastically improved my curls. The clamp on mine can be removed so I can use it as a wand which I like. I’ve also used it on friends who have very different hair types and they loved it so much they got it. This is one purchase I have been very very happy with!

[@jennivester8202]

So very Helpful! Thank you so much. Would love the same advice on flat irons and blow dryers.

[@crbohannon]

I bought the Bablyiss iron after watching this video and FINALLY I got my bob to be perfectly tousled instead of the nightmare I usually get with my flat iron. Thank you!

[@irairod5160]

Yes! This was incredibly helpful! I'm very much into makeup, but have never, never done much with my hair. It's always been around shoulder length, and other than coloring with henna-indigo or with box dye, and blow drying it, I don't fuss with it. As long as it's healthy and shiny, it pleases me. Styling it in different ways, accessorizing it, playing with color have never been a priority. Fast forward to a few months ago, when I decided that at 57 years old, it was time to learn some new hair tricks. I've been learning from you and a few other content creators how to "do" my hair, and I'm very happy with my new found interest. I learned that I had been "loading" my hair onto the curling iron incorrectly, and also that my iron was perhaps of not enough quality to give me good results. Upon your recommendation on this video, I purchased the mid-range one (Babyliss) to see if a nicer tool would help me style with more ease. IT DOES! For the last two weeks, my curls are looking better and better. I cannot thank you enough for sharing your expertise with the rest of us!

[@HomeschoolontheHill]

Very helpful! Thanks for taking the time to do this. :)

[@emilykopec5502]

Loved this video and all the comparisons at different price points! I'd love to see more similar videos with different products and tools

[@paulaalford5974]

Love your video . Ok

[@stheisen3782]

I love my babyliss curling iron! Hot tools I have also had good luck with. Babyliss flatiron is amazing as well.

[@joniiscoa7557]

I'll go with T3 for sure which I just purchased three weeks ago after extensive research between T3 and GHD , the diff barrel attachments, temperature settings and dual voltage are what makes T3 stands out from the rest of the curling iron brands out there.

[@FiftyPlusBeauty]

I loved this curling iron video!! Can you do the same video on flat irons?? I also love the Kenra Volume 25 hairspray too!! It makes my mature thinner hair look thicker and more manageable! Love you beautiful!!💝💝💝

[@KateCraigMarie]

Super helpful! I vote for more of these! 😊

[@ashtonrouse2972]

Great info! I’d love to see a video for straighteners!

[@ReesieRoo1]

I love your insta-stories!! You’re so funny!

[@alexandriafitzwater9927]

I am surprised you didn’t mention hot tools. I have been watching you for a few years and I have followed so many of your older hairstyles. You taught me how to curl my hair starting at the base of the hair as opposed to the ends and rolling up, which was how I had always curled my hair. The difference in how long my curls last is amazing. I always thought it was my fine, thin hair that caused it to not last, but following your how to curl your hair video made a world of difference. The updos that I learned from you are the styles I continue to use on a daily basis. Especially the messy bun, hitch is a favorite for me. I see the Babylis irons at tjmaxx for a great price on occasion and was wondering if they were worth it, I will definitely check one out, or maybe the t3.

[@077di6]

Did you buy?

[@agirlwithamind1]

What timing! I just used the conair one today for the first time and I thought I was alone in saying my curls barely lasted. Thank you!!

[@busybeeme100]

Could you do a video on what the different size barrels do please?

[@sydneymartin7638]

Good information and comparison. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@amymacdonald8237]

I use an expensive flat iron and I have had the same one for years and I refuse to get rid of it. But my curling iron is Con-Air from wal mart and it’s perfect

[@kima8670]

YES with the Kenra 25 hairspray! I've used about 100 and it's the best.

[@nursetrehammy4613]

A long time a ago my hairdresser recommended Hot Tool from Sally's. $25ish, long, thick cord, great plates, very professional. But no heat dial.

[@tevans70]

I love Sebastian Shaper Plus hairspray!! Been using it for 30 years. Give it a try. ☺

[@GrannyZanna]

Thank you! I asked my hairdresser about choosing both a curling iron and a hair dryer once and the whole shop started debating their favs, and I ended up thoroughly confused.

[@neerasinha-frazer2094]

You can buy the T3 with 3 attachments for $250 (or less if you have a coupon) from Sephora. It really is a steal since the individual attachments are so much.

[@ReesieRoo1]

Loved this video!! Definitely do more :)

[@AllyKit]

Big selling point on the T3 for me that you didn't mention: Dual/world voltage and auto shut off. I was having a hard time finding an iron that had both. I am an often forgetful and occasional world traveler. LOL I love the idea of the interchangable barrels for travel. Plus it has 5 heat settings from 260 to 410. My hair is fine and thin and damaged, so there is no way I could use the last iron that has no heat setting. And for $200?? Yikes.

[@lorrieray312]

Love it! Can you do this for flat irons also please?

[@AnchoredAllegiance]

Drybar wrap party is amazing paired with the buttercup 😃

[@heathercallahan78]

I've had good luck with finding hair tools at TJ Maxx. They carry Babyliss and beat Ulta's price. I also find Chi there and occasionally T3. Worth checking out if you want to try to price compare

[@Muslimah33]

T3??

[@siyanadimitrova5795]

Is Babyliss a good brand for curling wands?

[@MyEverything555]

Any chance you could do a review of the Tyme Iron???? 💖🙌🏻😊

[@andreav2175]

Love the T3 too! I have lots and lots of baby fine slightly curly hair with color/highlights. Decided ceramic tourmaline makes a big diff, especially if you’re sliding your hair. For me, if you want an under-$50 iron have to try the “INFINITIPRO BY CONAIR Nano Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Iron, 1 1/4-Inch Curling Iron”. It’s worlds above their metal barrels, and only $20-$35 range. Had an older ceramic version with pink base that’s lasted a million years. Picked up in a panic when I forgot to pack curling iron on a trip. I’ve bought five other very expensive curling irons since then - and find I almost always grab the InfinitiPro. Agree the Conair metal barrels are good just not great.

[@rhondarobbins2005]

Haha! I thought you were going to say “Aquage Uplifting Foam” which is my all time favorite volumizing product! My favorite hairspray over Kenra 25 is Scruples High Definition Hair Spray. I can feel Kenra on my hair and the sprayer always gets clogged up 😩...Scruples has super fantastic hold (I live in humid, hot Orlando) and you cannot feel it on your hair at all! Great video!

[@rhondarobbins2005]

Legally Brewnette I order it from Amazon! Scruples High Definition Hair Spray 10.6 oz (2) for $23.70. My former stylist used it all the time and I just love it. Not sticky at all and when you brush it out of your hair it doesn’t feel like hay and it has never clogged up! I’ve used it for about 5 years!

[@best371]

Thank you for the great video review! Do you have recommendations for tools that work best on a very fine hair? I am thinking of getting Amika thermal brush but not 100% sure.

[@1029445]

Thanks for the review! I just picked up 3 different sizes of the Babyliss Pro today at Salon Centric :)

[@SMKane4775]

I just purchased the Babyliss thanks to your recommendation. Thanks!

[@finurra3905]

This was so helpful. I have naturally curly hair and the Babyliss was supposed to be really good for keeping your hair healthy and shiny but no. I am really really not happy with it all. It literally dries out my hair. I have hear the beachwaver and T3 is better quality for keeping your hair in good shape so will definitely try those out moving forward.

[@rashasarandah1695]

Have you found one that works for you?

[@finurra3905]

@@rashasarandah1695 woah I commented this 4 years ago😝 I got the T3 SinglePass Curler 1 1/2 size barrel and it is amazing! Beware of their newer wands, they have automatic temperature controls and I had to give them away, as well as their automatic temp control straighteners. Wouldn’t recommend tbh. They recently came out w a newer one that twirls and even one w mutliple accessories to do different things, I can’t speak to those. T3 SinglePass is amazing!! Can’t recommend it enough!

[@Muslimah33]

I don’t remember this method of turning the iron back in the day. I think we used to use the clip to clamp the ends and then just roll your hair up like a roller.

[@maemaemae333]

Please do this type of video for straighteners and hair dryers!!!!

[@kenleung7467]

Can you making a T3 clip barrel tutorial for 1.5 inch!

[@jenniferconnelly809]

So helpful!

[@tristapazder1]

I definitely thought you were going to say the one product that cannot be beat was aquage uplifting foam! Lol

[@lkk9667]

That's what I expected, too!

[@KateCraigMarie]

Trista Pazder me too 😊

[@AndreaWorley]

me too!

[@neerasinha-frazer2094]

Me too!

[@margaretwiltrout8738]

Can you please do a tutorial with flat irons too?

[@allielouderback6893]

Have you tried the Tresemme tres 2 hair spray? People rave about it and I think even call it a dupe for the Kenra 25. Would love your thoughts if it’s comparable enough to the pricier one!

[@cesy7623]

I love your earrings😍 may i ask where i can get one for myself please😘, thanks

[@childlikefaith9105]

Yes need one of these for a flat iron lol I've always had a chi and mine has stopped working on one side and I'm going to try something in more of price range for me so what would b good?

[@Yewtewb23]

I turned on KZbin today to specifically see if you had this video 😂💓

[@lilbfly02]

See, I used your Kenra hairspray and didn’t like it at all!! Just goes to show beauty stuff is quite personal :) Love the video.

[@077di6]

Good review thank you

[@kelrankin7879]

Great video. Just wondering what colour you are wearing on your lips.

[@ksouth14]

Can you do a video comparing the type of curls you get from different sized barrels? I’m torn between if I want to get a 1.5 or a 1.25 inch barrel

[@RiaByMe]

+1

[@amandamcindoo3952]

Can you do this for flat irons, curling wands, & hair dryers too?

[@JGehman9509]

She just did a hair dryer post! www.thesmallthingsblog.com/2018/08/the-blow-dryer-comparison-400-200-30-blow-dryers/

[@jacobburke4328]

Amanda McIndoo how to get wavy hair naturally forever

[@cmills53]

I wish you had demonstrated each one! Thanks

[@jarose29]

I have that same exact t3 curling iron set I love it! However I only use the 1 inch barrel and it broke the other day it cost $100 not $85 I’ll probably just buy the babyliss 1inch curling iron.

[@mrslinneareyes]

Really enjoyed this video! I’m torn between the T3 and the GHD. I have stick straight hair naturally and need an iron that is easy to use and that will hold a curl for at least 2 days. Which iron would be my best bet for that result?

[@rashasarandah1695]

Have you found one that holds your curl?

[@heathernance8605]

I just purchased the t3 1.5 wand and at first gives me beautiful curls/waves but the curls did not last. I do not believe I had the heat on the hottest setting, but I cant image using it any hotter. When I use my babyliss straightener to give slight curl it will last for days. I will continue to work with it, maybe even buy the babyliss to compare.

[@rashasarandah1695]

Have you found one that helps Your curls last for long?

[@Herseim14]

Hi. Can you post a picture of the hairspray you love? TY

[@amyc4773]

How do I keep from getting crimped hair from the curling irons? I always struggle with this. Thanks!

[@brod77381]

Hi!!! Between the T3 and the GHD which do you recommend? I have the T3 but I find it pulls my hair quite a bit! Does the GHD glide easier?

[@lainiestewart622]

I have an iron by T3 that is one and three-quarter inches and the white ceramic barrel and I noticed that where the clamp meet the barrel the ceramic wore off down to the metal which now burns my hair. Have you experienced that at all with any of the barrels you have on your interchangeable barrels T3

[@danielleortiz6752]

Have you tried the Kristen ess 1 1/4" curling iron with the clamp? If you have which one do you prefer between the Kristen ess and the Bayliss pro 1 1/4"?

[@kyliepond]

You can often find the Babyliss iron for around $26 on Amazon!

[@Hey12989]

Kylie Pond probably a fake.

[@kyliepond]

Tanya D nope, it was sold by BabylissPro! Just a random Amazon sale 😁

[@kmc1706]

the second one has a discoloration on the barrel, is that from a burnt heat spot

[@cherrylee1103]

what is the hairspray again?

[@sparkybish]

Ahh! I wish this was up two days ago! I just bought a curling iron.

[@GrannyZanna]

Me, too! But haven't even taken it out of the box yet.

[@Muslimah33]

What is the material on the ghd? It looks like plastic.

[@Rachrobrtson]

Where are your earrings from?

[@nikkisalisbury9921]

What is the best way to clean hairspray buildup on a curling iron / flat iron?

[@selinaaddison1705]

Rubbing alcohol!

[@jbkidsco]

Please do flat irons!!!

[@acarroll]

Funny, I really don't like the Kenra hair spray. :) If the heat and the barrel size are the same, what makes one curling iron hold the curl better than another?

[@katem6861]

April Carroll My question also!

[@alanajolliff4134]

My best guess is that the heat isn’t distributed as evenly and consistently. While it may be the same temperature or setting as a higher quality curling iron the heat is not the same throughout the barrel and goes in and out. This is what I have experienced with cheaper irons in the past.

[@IHSnews6]

I don’t like the Kenra either.

[@margaretmore4975]

The spray nozzles always clog with Kenra hairspray and quit working.

[@lkk9667]

Not a Kenra fan either. I find the smell so...."hairspray-y". Like Aqua Net or something! Plus, my stylist says to avoid Kenra like the plague. Not sure why!

[@courtneydoell614]

Watching you touch the barrels of those curling irons was hard to watch haha...even though I know they weren't turned on.

[@GrapeApe66]

You are very pretty but your eye makeup could be adjusted a little bc eyeshadow is dragging eyes downward on outside corners. Thx for reviews 😀👍

[@josielancaster7095]

Thanks

[@shirlockhemlock]

I have only used The kenra generic hairspray through sally's beauty. Have you ever done the comparison? does the generic really compare? I loved it for a long time, but it seems to make my bangs really frizzy lately.

[@emilymay9861]

I have the babyliss one you have - my curls fall out something awful tho! In a matter of hours it’s flat and straight. I have thick wavy hair and have it turned all the way up! Any tips ?

[@gina2883]

Emily May I have the same issue except it won’t even curl my hair. I was really disappointed because it does so well for so many people.

[@077di6]

This spray cost 80$?? omg

[@jessicajones3622]

I agree about Kenra 25!!

[@natyfernandez518]

Give Karmin a try. ♡

[@saralawth]

GHD products self regulate their heat to match your hair. At least the flat iron does!

[@dra.acostacrousset9755]

They do not do that. Is a myth. The tecnology regulates every second the temperature so the flat or curling iron don’t get hotter the 365 F. Regular brands after several minutes Can get 420 C just because don’t have that tecnology that stop it to get it hotter and burn your hair.

[@amacsecrets]

No hot tools? Interesting.

[@susanking6594]

I wondered about that, too. I remember that you Kate used to use Hot Tools some as well.

[@cypress4539]

I think it would be helpful when comparing curling irons if you would actually demonstrate how they work on your hair like you did with the Dyson blow dryer. Just talking about the differences really doesn't provide a good demo on how each curling iron actually works in reality.

[@lkk9667]

I somewhat like Kenra hairsray, but don't love it. I find the strong "hairspray" smell very off putting. Also, my hair stylist always says, "NO KENRA, NO KENRA, NO KENRA". I never asked him why. I have baby fine hair, s maybe the alcohol content in Kenra? Also, he's a loyal Oribe guy, so....

[@gigikean6003]

So helpful!!!

[@StefsEdge]

So helpful!