Triple curling irons: what are they and how to use?

The triple curling iron is a popular device used by professional hairdressers to create spectacular hairstyles in a romantic style, wedding hairstyles. Increasingly, such devices are used in home styling, allowing you to make beautiful waves or carefree beach curls on long hair. The unusual appearance of the triple curling iron raises many questions for those who are unfamiliar with its features.

Choosing a curling iron for wave hair can create serious difficulties, because in this case you have to consider the proposals of different manufacturers - well-known European firms and budget Chinese companies. User reviews also do not clarify - opinions on quality, usability, equipment reliability vary greatly.

The Dewal MiniWawe curling iron and the Leben 3-curler, BaBylissPRO and other options are now readily available for self-curling. The variety of models makes it easy to find ceramic, tourmaline or Teflon coated tongs to suit almost any budget.

An unusual tool for curling hair, called a wave curling iron, has recently appeared in the arsenal of hairdressers and fans of home curling. This hair appliance has been designed to create a beautiful wave effect. The triple curling iron greatly simplifies, accelerates the process of forming spectacular curls or voluminous curls.

This wave making device consists of:

• pens;
• base platforms;
• located in a row of cylinders;
• lifting part with a lever;
• coasters;
• electronic display with temperature indication;
• heating mode switches.

Triple curling iron for curling hair can be called multistyler, "trident", "wave". Among the functions of the device with 3 rods, there are also quite unusual ones: straightening curly curls, creating a "ripple" effect. For curls, such a device is considered more gentle, since it does not use strand winding around the rod, but acts by analogy with tongs or an iron. No creases, high curling speed, precise temperature control - all this makes such stylers truly convenient and effective to use.

The operating principle of the trident curling iron is quite simple. The tongs are heated to the set temperature. Then the top plates are lifted and a strand of hair is placed on the bottom plate.

The three-prong styler is suitable for creating different wave sizes, helps to increase the volume of the hair and can be called a universal tool for hairdressers and stylists. Among its varieties, the following are distinguished.

• Mini models. The small size of the working part of the forceps does not allow working with wide strands. Most often, these models are used on short and medium length hair. It is worth paying attention to the fact that mini-curling irons of the "wave" type often do not have a thermostat; when using them, you need to accurately calculate the operating time.

• Universal. Models with cylinder diameters ranging from 16-25 mm. The lower these indicators, the steeper the curl will be. This is the best option for home use, allowing you to create spectacular hairstyles with varying degrees of volume.

• Curling irons for wavy curls. Models with large diameter cylinders - from 32 to 50 mm - form smooth curls that look natural. They can be the basis for popular Hollywood styling.

• Imitating the "corrugation" effect. A triple curling iron, which makes the smallest curls, should have a cylinder diameter of no more than 10-12 mm. Of course, only curling irons with a slightly different type of elements or with corrugated plates give the full effect of crimping, but the result of curling can also look quite decent.

• Professional. They often have replaceable cylinders with different diameters or are equipped with additional options. Professional triple stylers have an ionization function, precise heating control to a degree, a comfortable stand, and protection from burns. In addition, the duration of continuous work with them is much longer, you can not be afraid of overheating even when creating a hairstyle for several hours. An indispensable element is a cord rotating at the base, which allows you to work with a curling iron in any hand position.

All of these varieties can be found on sale. Triple curling irons are becoming more and more popular, manufacturers produce models with different types of coatings, improve their technical equipment.

All triple curling irons are equipped with special heating elements. Depending on the type of coating used on their surface, all models can be divided into several groups.

• Metal (steel). They are made of alloys, they heat up strongly, dry the hair, if the exposure time is violated, they can burn them. If stored improperly, metal can rust, requires careful handling. The hot parts of the curling iron cause burns in contact with the skin. This option is the cheapest and is quite rare.
• Teflon. Relatively inexpensive triple curling irons with a coating similar to that used in frying and baking dishes. It is heat-resistant, but wears out over time, exposing the steel base. The teflon coating of the pads is not considered to be of sufficient quality for professional use, but at home it is quite effective.
• Ceramic. Safe for hair, not scalding scalp. Such a coating of heating elements ensures high-quality styling, but blows and other types of mechanical stress are contraindicated for tongs. You need to store the triple curling iron in a special case.
• Titanium. Durable and rather massive triple curling irons. A special alloy of metals makes them completely safe for hair. The equipment is not afraid of mechanical damage, falls. Curling irons with such a coating are not very common.
• Tourmaline... Usually the coating is found not in pure form, but in combination with ceramics. These curling irons are the safest, most comfortable to use. Tourmaline coating has an ionizing effect, seals hair scales after heat treatment. A triple curling iron of this type allows you to smooth or curl the strands, giving them an attractive and well-groomed appearance.

The modern multi curling iron is the perfect solution for those looking for safe ways to create curls. Elegant curls no longer require many hours of work to shape them. It is enough just to run the tongs along the strand and get the optimal result without creases and deformation.

Among the manufacturers of triple hair curlers, there are European companies specializing in professional equipment for salons. Domestic brands do not lag behind them.

Russian-German enterprise, established in 1998. Production is carried out in Germany, Korea, Italy, Taiwan. Most popular brand model for home use – MiniWave with corrugated effect and 10 mm diameter of all cylinders.

A German company that produces professional-grade curling irons. The company is highly regarded among hairdressers for the reliability and high quality of its products. Of particular interest is the Black Diamond 3 in 1 model with interchangeable attachments of different diameters. The coating is made of ceramic with tourmaline. The temperature regime is regulated in the range of 80-230 degrees.

German company with production in Shanghai. Among the models of the flatware, the option with a working surface length of 15 cm stands out. This is a versatile styler with heat indicator, instant reaching the desired temperature... The model belongs to household, the length of the cord reaches 1.8 m.

Russian manufacturer of household appliances. Produces triple curling irons for home use. Among the models stands out Galaxy GL4606 with 10 temperature settings, heating indicator, ceramic coating. The product weighs only 600 g and comes with a rotating cord.

Russian brand specializing in the creation of professional products for hairdressers. The range of his products includes triple curling iron Erika RCM 020 made of ceramic with tourmaline coating. The model has an ionization function, the diameter of the elements is 25-19-25 mm. Includes 2.5 m cord, folding stand.

This French manufacturer is now owned by Conair. For almost 60 years of its history, the company has managed to establish itself as a true trendsetter in the field of hair curling. Suffice it to say that it was one of its founders who invented the curling iron. Modern products are manufactured in China.

Among the popular models of triple flat panels from BaByliss, one can distinguish BAB2269E with titanium-tourmaline coating, ionizing strands. This option has 5 heating modes at once - from +140 to +220 degrees. A distinctive feature of the curling iron is the different diameter of the working elements - two of them are 22 mm in size, one is 19 mm. The duration of continuous work is 72 minutes, the delivery set includes a rotating long cord, a heat-resistant mat.

When choosing a triple hair curler, you should follow the recommendations that allow you to choose the most convenient and correct option for the job. Among the most important parameters are the following.

• Model weight... The triple curling iron is a rather massive electrical appliance. If you have to curl long hair, you should choose an option that will not get tired of holding your hand. For self-creation of curls, it is better to choose a technique that weighs no more than 500 g.
• Dimensions of the device... Compact models are convenient to take on a trip, vacation, large-format models are best used at home or in the salon.
• Ergonomic The non-slip rubberized handle of the curling iron, the cord rotating at the base, the touch-safe surface of the heating elements - all this is important for mastering the basics of curling hair. For an experienced craftsman, the ergonomic design will allow you to create the most complex hairstyles without fatigue, and serve several clients in a row.
• Modes of operation. High quality stylers have a wide temperature range, automatically shut off when the desired heat level is reached. For weakened hair, thin, porous, damaged, heating up to 140 degrees is recommended. Healthy strands of low rigidity are curled at temperatures from 150 to 170 degrees. Tough, difficult-to-style hair should be turned into curls with tongs heated to 180-190 degrees.
• Information display and temperature controls. Modern models have a built-in screen that allows you to accurately control the desired heating level. The switches of these values ​​are best chosen in the form of classic buttons that, when pressed, help to select the desired parameters.
• Coating type. Tourmaline or ceramic tongs may be worth considering if your budget allows. Among inexpensive models, it is better to choose not chrome-plated, but Teflon spraying options.
• Cord length... For self-curling, it should be at least 2 m.In professional-grade triple curling irons, network cables from 2.7 to 3 m are used.

The rules for using triple curling irons are pretty simple. These devices do not need to be twisted to form a lush, voluminous curl. They are more like classic straightening tongs. To make waves using this tool, follow the instructions below.

• Wash well and dry your hair thoroughly. The curling iron cannot be used on wet strands, the device will simply evaporate moisture, but it will not create a beautiful hairstyle.
• Be sure to apply thermal protection immediately before curling. Without it, styling will be less durable and damage your hair.
• Cool curled curls before fixing them with varnish or hairpins, invisible.
• Always comb and detangle your hair before they come into contact with the curling iron.
• Divide the strands into layers. The upper one is first pinned on the crown or collected in a bunch. The lower one is divided into 6-8 sectors - strands, along the width of the curls corresponding to the wave. In the process, you can put the curling iron to warm up.
• Stretch the selected strand by hand... Take the second curling iron, open its working part, bring it to the roots, close the parts of the forceps.
• Gently and slowly start moving the cones along the curl, lingering on each site for about 10 seconds.When straightening, the forceps are advanced without delay, ironing the surface of the strand 3-5 times in a row.
• Work out the bottom layer of the hair. All strands must be carefully curled until curls form.
• Go to the top, choosing 1 curl of the same width from the bundle. Continue curling until the last section of the hairstyle is ready.
• Secure the result with an elastic hold hairspray... It will allow you to keep the curls neat and beautiful for longer.

Hairstyles with bangs are much more difficult to curl correctly. In this case, you have to divide the hair into more strands. Curling the bangs is performed with the head down, with a deviation of 2-3 cm from the roots.

Thermal protection is very important when using triple curls, because the effect on the hair in this case will be more intense. Such formulations are used to moisturize, create a protective shell around each rod. Among their properties are the ability to fix styling, care, enhance the shine of curls. Among the current options for thermal protection, one can single out oil-based sprays and emulsions without alcohol - they are suitable for the care of dry hair that needs intense moisture.

There are many options for styling your hair with the triple curling iron. Stylish hairstyles can be obtained regardless of the length of the strands. It is enough to follow simple rules and follow the styling recommendations from professionals.

The simplest styling for short hair involves the formation of light "feathers" in the hairstyle. You can do it with a triple curling iron like this.

• Spray hair with a conditioning spray.
• Divide the entire volume of the future hairstyle into separate sectors, secure them with clips. The width of each curl should not exceed 8 cm.
• Tilt your head so that the strands are directed downward.
• Place the upper strands between the tongs, curl them sequentially.
• Cool curled curls, rub modeling gel or paste into them.
• Pull your hair back, style it in careless waves. Secure the styling with varnish.

On this, the formation of a hairstyle on short hair can be considered complete.

Medium hair length - up to the chin or shoulder line - allows you to make Hollywood waves with the help of a triple curling iron. In this case, the entire array of strands is divided into 5-6 zones, pinned up with clamps. Then they are grasped with forceps of medium diameter (from 25 mm) as close to the roots as possible, gradually pulled, holding 1 section of the curl inside the device for about 15 seconds.

Ready large waves are freed from the forceps and cooled. Curling is performed on the entire mass of hair. Then they are laid in even waves on a side parting, they are fixed with invisible ones near the face to create an expressive accent. The forehead should be obliquely framed by a triple wave of curl.

Curling long hair with a trident curling iron is quite simple. Strands can be wound both from the face and inward with the tips. Among the important recommendations for creating styling are:

• distribution of the entire mass of hair into sectors and 2 tiers;
• the duration of exposure is no more than 10 seconds;
• with thick hair, using clips to fix curls;
• curling cooling for 7 minutes after working with a curling iron;
• distribution of curls along the entire length with the help of fingers;
• using a fixative spray to preserve the results.

Another hairstyle is Beach Waves, which are popular for carefree resort looks. Hair, covered with a thermal protective compound, is divided only in the upper part, from the crown, into strands of 7-8 cm wide. Curls are formed from them, holding each for up to 5 seconds. Then you need to tilt your head, apply wax to your fingertips, beat the strands from the roots, return your head to its normal position.

According to fans of home styling, the effect obtained with the help of a triple curling iron allows the results to be very close to the salon level. According to customer reviews, we can conclude that even Chinese products purchased through popular network sites fully justify the costs... Inexpensive triple curling irons are getting a lot of positive reviews. Moreover, the recommended diameter for use is different - from 19 mm for creating curls to 32 mm for luxurious Hollywood curls. But the duration of their work varies from 3 months to six months, then the device fails.

However, for styling "as in advertising" it is still better to choose more professional solutions. Buyers include curling irons from Dewal, BaByliss, Hairway. All these firms produce variants of different diameters, guaranteeing high quality products.

Negative comments are mainly associated with the purchase of low-quality models or the significant weight and large dimensions of such a device. Not every fan of hair curling can master this technique. In addition, it may be difficult to select the correct temperature regime. The rest reviews of triple curling irons can be called positive, regardless of the price category of the device.

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