10 Best Hair Curlers UK 2024 | ghd, Cloud Nine and More

The Remington Proluxe is our clear favourite, for many reasons! Firstly, it's suitable for most hair types, and comes packed with style-optimising technology, not to mention the very affordable price tag.

This wand-style curler provides users with no less than 10 optional heat settings, and, using an Intelligent Opti-Heat sensor, it applies consistent heat onto the hair rather than risk damage. When paired with the ceramic anti-slip Grip Tech coating and tapered barrel, this piece of kit makes it easier than ever to create luxurious spiral curls that last! 

Become the envy of both friends and strangers with the BaByliss Wave Envy hair curler, because the compliments are going to flow! Depending how you position the three barrelled styler, you can effortlessly produce California beach waves, or even an amazing 80s-style perm à la Saved by the Bell. 

The barrel placement provides a fairly tight wave, making it a good option if the sound of a somewhat more relaxed version of a hair crimper appeals to you, which we're sure it does! Plus, there's a great range of temperature settings from very low to high. 

If you’re someone who likes to change up your style, the LOETAD Professional Curling Iron Set is the one for you. With 6 interchangeable heads to choose from, you can go from loose spiral curls to tight corkscrews to waves, as and when the mood takes you. 

With everything you need for professional styling in one box, the set also comes complete with a handy heat-protecting glove for safe curling. A serious bargain, you're basically getting six hair curlers for the price of one!

This is an excellent pick if you're after a simple, easy-to-use curling tong. Beginners and experts alike will appreciate the practically foolproof design –  just clamp the hair in place and wind around the tong for fabulous volume and bounce.

With 25 heat settings from 100 ºC - 210 ºC, you’ll certainly be able to get the right temperature for optimum hold without scorching your hair. While we’ve chosen to feature the 1.9 cm version, this hair curler is available in a variety of barrel sizes from 1.3 - 3.8 cm online.

It's no surprise ghd earns more than one place on our list! The Creative Curl Wand is high quality and very versatile, the prime example being its clamp-less conical 2.8-2.3 cm barrel. This allows for both natural-looking ringlets and waves, depending on how you choose to wrap your hair along the shaft.

Suitable for most hair lengths and types, it’s a pretty good all-rounder if you’re looking to try out a curling wand. Although, bear in mind that like the Curve Soft Curl Tong, this one comes with a set temperature of 185 °C.

The Cosmopolitan Soft Touch wand is one of the best wands for perfecting chic bohemian waves. Designed for frizz-free styling, the coconut oil-infused tourmaline barrel allegedly imparts nutrients into the hair when heated to help repair and protect against damage.

While we cannot confirm these claims, this wand will absolutely leave your hair looking glossy and healthy. To use, wrap hair between the bubbles in the barrel to separate curls and prevent knots and tangles. If you fancy a slightly different look, you can experiment with the choice of barrels to find your perfect curls. 

The ghd Curve Soft Curl Tong is ideal for creating something a lot of us covet – volume – plus the large barrel effortlessly creates luxurious and soft tumbling curls. A great choice for longer or thicker hair, the clamp keeps hair securely in place, and has a heat-proof tip for a comfortable hold. 

It even has a built-in safety stand to prevent scorching your surfaces while styling! Unfortunately there is no temperature control or adjustable heat settings, however, at 185 °C it’s generally suitable for most hair types.

Cloud Nine hair styling tools have been gaining a lot of momentum over recent years. Designed especially to work efficiently at lower temperatures, the Waving Wand has three heat settings ranging from 130-180 °C with a Tourmaline coating to cut down on frizz. 

We highly recommend this one for those with long, chemically-treated, bleached or fine hair. But we have to say, it is unusual to see a curling wand with such a large circumference. While this does allow for a more natural finished look, it may be somewhat difficult to manoeuvre. 

This triple barrelled waver from Toni & Guy lets you channel your inner Hollywood golden era goddess, thanks to its ultra-deep plates that give loose, tousled waves. A top pick for those who wish to achieve a refined, glamourous look, this tourmaline curler gives hair body and definition without the frizz.

Be aware that at 200 ºC, this waver gets very hot! While the high temperature ensures hair will stay fixed in place, if you have weak or damaged hair you may want to proceed with caution. 

Want to try out a hair curler but aren’t ready to commit to one of the higher end options? The TRESemme Defined Curls Curling Tong is a brilliant budget option. Although rather basic in design and function, it heats up quickly to 185 ºC with consistent distribution along the shaft. 

Although it's the most affordable option on our list, it even comes with an attachment for use as a hot brush! With a small 1.6 cm barrel, curly-haired individuals looking to add definition to their locks may want to give this one a go. It may take some time to work through long or thick hair, though!