What to Look for in Tools for Curly Hair

Choosing the right tools can help you define, protect, and enhance your natural curls. Here are key factors to keep in mind when shopping for curly hair tools.

1. Material and Quality

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Opt for tools made from high-quality materials like ceramic, tourmaline, or gentle plastics to minimize frizz and reduce breakage. Avoid metal combs or brushes that can snag or damage delicate curls.

2. Curl Definition

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Look for diffusers, wide-tooth combs, and detangling brushes specifically designed to preserve curl patterns. These tools help distribute product evenly and encourage defined, bouncy curls without causing disruption.

3. Heat Settings

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If using heat styling tools such as dryers or curling irons, adjustable heat settings are essential. Lower temperatures help prevent heat damage while still providing effective styling for curly textures.

4. Ease of Use and Cleaning

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Choose ergonomic designs that are comfortable to hold and easy to maneuver through thick or coily hair. Tools that are simple to clean will also maintain better hygiene and last longer.

  1. 1
    SinglePass Curl 0.75” Professional Curling Iron
    228 REVIEWS
    The SinglePass Curl ¾” enhances natural curls or adds delicate, defined curls to wavy or straight hair in one pass.
  2. 2
    SinglePass Curl 0.5in Professional Curling Iron
    227 REVIEWS
    The SinglePass Curl ½” enhances natural curls or adds tight, bouncy curls to wavy or straight hair in one pass.
  3. 3
    Switch Kit Wave Trio Styling Iron with Three Interchangeable Barrels
    116 REVIEWS
    Three barrels and an interchangeable design take your waves from beachy, to full-bodied, to voluminous and bold, all with a shiny, long-lasting finish.
  4. 4
    SinglePass Wave

    T3

    65 REVIEWS
    Enhanced with Digital T3 SinglePass technology and custom blend ceramic surface, the SinglePass Wave creates shiny, long-lasting tousled waves with ease in just one pass. 
  5. 5
    CurlWrap

    T3

    CurlWrap

    $209.99
    259 REVIEWS
    You can’t bring your stylist home with you. Meet the next-best thing.
  6. 6
    Pure Silk Skinny Scrunchies
    90 REVIEWS
    Specially designed to avoid hair creases, treat your hair to this set of six award-winning scrunchies made with Slipsilk. 
  7. 7
    Hair Pick

    Oribe

    3 REVIEWS
    Custom-designed pick that helps easily detangle hair while styling.
  8. 8
    Platinum + Styler 1" Flat Iron
    1 REVIEWS
    A smart flat iron and styler with predictive technology for stronger hair & 2x more color protection. 
  9. 9
    Detangling Hair Brush

    Act+Acre

    1 REVIEWS
    Detangling brush designed to prevent breakage using double-length bristles that gently work through tangles without causing damage.
  10. 10
    The Yves Durif Comb

    Yves Durif

    1 REVIEWS
    An elegant wide-tooth comb for detangling and styling wet or dry hair. An essential piece for any beauty aficionado's tool kit. 

What to Look for in Tools for Curly Hair

Choosing the right tools can help you define, protect, and enhance your natural curls. Here are key factors to keep in mind when shopping for curly hair tools.

1. Material and Quality

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Opt for tools made from high-quality materials like ceramic, tourmaline, or gentle plastics to minimize frizz and reduce breakage. Avoid metal combs or brushes that can snag or damage delicate curls.

2. Curl Definition

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Look for diffusers, wide-tooth combs, and detangling brushes specifically designed to preserve curl patterns. These tools help distribute product evenly and encourage defined, bouncy curls without causing disruption.

3. Heat Settings

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If using heat styling tools such as dryers or curling irons, adjustable heat settings are essential. Lower temperatures help prevent heat damage while still providing effective styling for curly textures.

4. Ease of Use and Cleaning

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Choose ergonomic designs that are comfortable to hold and easy to maneuver through thick or coily hair. Tools that are simple to clean will also maintain better hygiene and last longer.