Yes, Hot Rollers Are Back! Get Long-Lasting Curls of Your Dreams
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Regardless of your hairstyle, there's always a moment to pump up the volume with curls. While there are endless ways to achieve the look (check out Ree's go-to method!), we're about to suggest an old-school beauty tool you might have overlooked: hot rollers. Yup, they're back and better than ever. The best hot rollers combine the hands-off ease and volume of regular rollers with the speed of curling irons.
Like their predecessors, most new sets need to be preheated so that the ceramic interiors have time to get piping hot. But once they are ready, they take mere minutes to cover your entire head, and that heat truly works its magic to get gorgeous, long-lasting curls. But unlike the original hot rollers, there is so much more variety: There are hot roller sets best for long hairstyles and short haircuts, damaged hair, and frizzy hair.
Newer hot roller options can also offer varied roller sizes and heat settings, sturdier clips to keep the curlers in place, and automatic shutoff features. Just remember, much like using hair dryers, applying heat to your hair can eventually damage it. So, make sure to apply heat protectants and hair masks to ensure those curls will look as glorious and as bouncy as you want them to be. Then go forth and curl!
Conair Xtreme Instant Heat Ceramic Hot Rollers
This set heats up in only 75 seconds and has an adjustable dial so you pick how hot you want the rollers. The selection of six medium, six large, and eight jumbo rollers will suit practically every length or style, and they stay in place thanks to sturdy claw clips.
Remington Ionic Conditioning Hair Setter
For just over $20, this set has 20 rollers ranging from 0.75 to 1.25 inches, so you can really customize your look no matter what style or length you have. The ion technology is great for reducing frizz in hair as well. Bonus!
Remington Compact Ceramic Rollers
This set is great for travel not only because of its size, but for its softer case that won't crack in your suitcase. It's also great if you lack bathroom space! It has ten rollers in total, just enough to cover most heads of hair in one go.
Conair Xtreme Instant Heat Jumbo And Super Jumbo Hot Rollers
If you have longer locks, a set designed with larger rollers will work best. This pack of 12 has four 1.75-inch rollers and eight 1.5-inch rollers, all with a velvety covering to help protect your locks from extra damage. They also heat up in a mere 85 seconds!
Calista Tools Ion Hot Rollers
This set of 12 rollers is designed specifically for shorter styles. The ion technology heats up in less than three minutes, and the butterfly clips ensure the rollers will stay in place.
Babylisspro Nano Titanium Professional Hair Setter
If you have or are prone to damaged hair, Babylisspro offers a set of 20 curlers that uses infrared heat technology, which is gentler on locks. It takes a bit longer to heat up, but your hair will thank you for that extra time spent! The rollers are also velvety for added protection.
T3 Volumizing Hot Rollers
If you like those extra details and you're willing to spend a little more, check out this set from T3. It offers four different size rollers, velvety covers to protect your hair, sturdy claw clips to keep them in place, and adjustable heat settings with an auto-off function. The rollers and soft case are lightweight, making them ideal for travel as well.
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