Crimping Iron

A crimping iron is a hairstyling appliance that can create volume and add texture to the hair. They generate little, zigzag-like waves in the hair, giving it a distinct, full, and attractive appearance. Users can also experiment with tight, consistent waves and huge, disheveled waves to get a variety of appearances. These tools are available in different types, including manual and automatic crimpers. Crimping iron tools are simple to use and do not require any specific skills or training.

How to Use a Crimping Iron

To begin, clean the hair and allow it to air dry. Using a heated crimping iron on damp hair may cause damage to the hair follicles. To prevent heat damage, use a heat protectant spray. Next, divide the hair into parts using clips or hair ties. Allow the hair crimping iron to heat up before use, and set the temperature to medium. This will effectively crimp the hair without burning the scalp. Those with thin hair should use a lower temperature setting. After allowing the wave crimping iron to warm up for 3-5 minutes, take one section of hair and clamp the crimping iron onto it. Hold the crimping iron for three to five seconds before releasing it. Slide the mini crimping iron along the length of the hair and clamp down on the next portion. Repeat the process until all the sections are crimped. Finally, spray the hair with a styling spray to make the waves last longer.

Crimping Iron Buying Guide

A hair crimper iron comes with either ceramic or metal plates. A ceramic iron is recommended if the styling tool is intended to be used frequently. A ceramic hair crimping iron may be more expensive, but it will cause less hair damage than one with metal plates. Ceramic plates also aid in frizz control. However, a model with metal plates can be a better option if the tool is rarely used. While these plates cause slightly more damage than ceramic plates, the difference is insignificant with limited use. Choosing a hair crimper with temperature settings that can be adjusted is critical. Thin hair should be crimped at a lower temperature than thick hair to avoid damage. As a result, it is best to avoid purchasing a crimping iron with only one temperature setting. Instead, consider a hair crimper tool with adjustable temperature settings and different temperature options. In most cases, the maximum temperature range is mentioned on the package of the crimping irons. Some crimping iron versions include an automatic shut-off option.