difference between curling iron and curling wand?
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A friend had her hair done with a curling wand, and I thought it looked really cool. Can I get away with this look if I am over 35?
And, what is the difference between a curling wand and curling iron? (I mean, I can tell the difference in that one doesn't have a clamp, but would a curling wand really achieve a different look)? My hair is heavily layered and shoulder length. |
Anonymous
| The wand makes curls that are supposed to be more wave-like and softer. You can also just wrap strands of hair around a regular curling iron to get almost the same effect. |
Anonymous
| So is there any point to buying a curling wand if I already have a curling iron? |
Anonymous
| I think the point of the wand is not to curl the ends like you do with a curling iron. It's the undone ends that look more modern. I would guess you can get the same result with an iron, but maybe your hair catches more on the pieces of the iron and snags more. I wonder if maybe the side of the iron with the clamp is not quite as hot? Dunno. But if I had an iron, I'd sure try it out as a wand and see if I like it before buying a new thing. |
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| My hair dresser told me you could use the curling iron like the wand, it wouldn't make a difference. You're still holding the ends and wrapping it around so you get that straighter look at the ends. |
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| Also, why can't you do this over 35? I'm doing it. SJP does it. |
Anonymous
If done right it looks fabulous, if done wrong it looks like your going to prom. |
Anonymous
Exactly! I totally agree. That's why I am on the fence about purchasing one. How do I avoid the prom look? Just make it looser? |
Anonymous
I would check out Pinterest they have lots of hair how-toss to help you get the right look. I will also say a lot has to do with the cut of your hair too many layers and your getting prom hair. |