Most curling irons include a spring-loaded clamp that holds the hair to the iron, making it easy to use. A clipless curling iron is different. It is simply a heated wand used for making spirals or waves and does not feature a clamp of any kind. Choosing the best one depends on the look desired and the various available options for the equipment.
There are several advantages to a clipless curling iron over a regular iron. This special tool is not as damaging to the hair, as the hair cannot be caught in a clamp or broken by pulling clamped hair down the iron. Clamps also tend to leave marks or bumps in the hair, whereas the clipless iron produces a smooth curl. The clamp-free curling iron often heats to higher temperatures than a regular curling iron, creating a long-lasting hairstyle.
A clipless curling iron may take some practice after purchasing in order to achieve the look promised by the manufacturer. Various sizes of waves and curls can be made depending upon the amount of hair wrapped around the iron. The size of the heated tube is an important consideration when purchasing a curling iron of this kind. In general, a smaller iron will make tighter curls, and a larger iron will make looser curls or waves.
Some versions of the clipless hair iron are conical, meaning they taper from large at the base to smaller at the end. This allows the wearer to choose between small and large curls. Other versions are the same diameter from base to tip, ensuring a uniform-sized curl. Both are effective for curling the hair and the choice between the two should be based on the desired style outcome.
Heated hair tools can be made of various materials. Most clipless irons are made from ceramic or glass, to reduce damage to the hair. These surfaces can be slippery and make it difficult to wrap hair around the heated tube. Choosing a clipless curling iron with a no-slip surface may make using the tool easier.
It can be easy to sustain a burn when using a clipless curling iron, as the fingers must be used to hold the hair on the iron. Some models come with a heat-resistant glove or fingertips for the working hand, which may be useful in preventing injury. Choosing a model with various heat settings is beneficial so that there is heat level available that is hot enough to yield curls or waves yet not so hot that it burns or damages the hair.
