# Best curling wands for beach waves Source: https://plateandcurl.co.uk/best/best-curling-wands-for-beach-waves Publisher: Plate and Curl. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://plateandcurl.co.uk/how-we-pick Beach waves are loose, slightly undone bends rather than tight ringlets, so barrel size matters most. Barrels of 32 mm and above give soft, open waves, and around 38 to 40 mm suits long hair best. A tapered or conical wand gives a mix of tighter and looser sections from root to end, which is what makes waves look natural. Wands have no clamp, so hair is wrapped by hand and the ends stay looser. Tongs clamp the ends, which is easier but gives a more polished curl. Air stylers such as the Dyson Airwrap wrap hair with airflow instead of a hot barrel. This guide compares ghd wands and tongs with three Dyson Airwrap models on barrel size, type, stated heat and the hair length each listing names. ## Products ### 1. ghd Chronos Curve Hair Curler Wand, Long Lasting Frizz Free Curls Type: Wand; Barrel: 38 mm; Heat: 185°C; Listed for: Long and very long hair ghd's largest curling barrel, at 38 mm, made for long-lasting loose curls. The listing says it is ideal for long and very long hair and uses curl-responsive technology. In its favour: - A 38 mm barrel is the size most suited to open, loose waves on long hair. - ghd states a 65% bigger barrel than its standard curlers for faster styling. - The anodised coating is stated to leave hair up to 50% smoother and shinier. Good to know: - The listing names long and very long hair, so it is too big for short cuts. - Temperature is fixed at 185°C with no lower setting listed. ### 2. ghd Chronos Curve Hair Curler Wand, Long Lasting Frizz Free Curls Type: Conical wand; Barrel: 28 to 23 mm; Heat: 185°C; Listed for: Curly and wavy styles A tapered wand that the listing says creates frizz-free beach curls. It comes with a ghd detangling comb and heat-resistant bag, and holds 185°C across the barrel. In its favour: - The listing names beach curls directly as the result this wand is built for. - A barrel that tapers from 28 to 23 mm gives varied, natural-looking waves. - A detangling comb and heat-resistant bag are included. Good to know: - Amazon lists 1.16 kg, which may include the bag and comb rather than the wand alone. - No adjustable heat is listed, so fine hair gets the same 185°C as thick hair. ### 3. Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2X™ Multi-Styler and Dryer - Straight + Wavy Type: Air multi-styler; Barrel: Conical and 40 mm; Heat: Not stated; Listed for: Straight to wavy hair Dyson's most powerful Airwrap, with a conical barrel for natural curls and a 40 mm barrel for loose waves. The listing says it has 2x the air pressure of the Airwrap i.d. In its favour: - The 40 mm barrel is listed as a hair waver for loose waves on mid-length to longer hair. - A tapered conical barrel adds natural-looking curls from root to tip. - Air temperature is measured over 1,000 times a second, according to Dyson. Good to know: - It is aimed at straight to wavy hair, so curly hair types are not the target. - The listing does not give a maximum temperature in degrees. ### 4. Dyson Airwrap i.d. Hair Styler & Hair Dryer Straight/Wavy - Ceramic Apricot Type: Air multi-styler; Barrel: Conical and 40 mm; Heat: Under 150°C; Listed for: Straight and wavy hair A Bluetooth Airwrap with six attachments, including a conical barrel and a 40 mm long barrel for loose waves. The i.d. curl sequence sets heat, airflow and timing at a button press. In its favour: - The 40 mm long barrel is listed as a hair waver for loose, bouncy waves. - Stored wrap, style and cold shot times let you repeat the same waves each day. - Intelligent heat control keeps temperatures under 150°C, per the listing. Good to know: - The app features need a phone and the MyDyson app to get the most from it. - It is listed for straight and wavy hair rather than curly or coily hair. ### 5. Dyson Airwrap Origin Hair Styler & Dryer – Curls & Waves - Prussian Blue Type: Air multi-styler; Barrel: 40 mm; Heat: Under 150°C; Listed for: Coily, curly, straight, wavy The original Airwrap with one 40 mm barrel that wraps in both directions. The listing mentions soft, unstructured mermaid waves for longer lengths and keeps heat under 150°C. In its favour: - A bi-directional 40 mm barrel styles both sides without swapping attachments. - Dyson states heat stays under 150°C, below the 185°C of the ghd curlers here. - The Fast dryer and Anti-snag loop brush handle drying and smoothing too. Good to know: - There is no conical barrel, so tighter sections for contrast are harder. - Only three attachments are included, fewer than newer Airwrap models. ### 6. ghd Chronos Curve Hair Curler Tong, 185 Degrees Optimium Styling Temperature, Long Lasting Frizz Free Curls Type: Tong; Barrel: 32 mm; Heat: 185°C; Listed for: Medium to longer hair A 32 mm clamp tong for voluminous curls. Loosened with fingers, its curls drop into soft waves, and the listing says it is ideal for medium to longer hair. In its favour: - The clamp holds the ends in place, which is easier than wrapping a wand by hand. - Curl-responsive technology is stated to style 3x faster with frizz-free results. - A 32 mm barrel is large enough for bouncy curls that relax into waves. Good to know: - Clamped ends look more polished than the undone ends of a wand wave. - The listing does not state cable length or sleep mode. ### 7. ghd Curve® Curl Tongs, For Lasting Healthy-Looking Curls, With Ultra-Zone Technology And Optimum Styling Temp 185ºC, Protective Cool Tip, Auto Sleep Mode Type: Tong; Barrel: 32 mm; Heat: 185°C; Short hair in listing: Yes, including shorter hair A 32 mm soft curl tong that the listing says suits all hair lengths including shorter hair. On a short cut it gives body and a flick rather than a full curl. In its favour: - The listing names shorter hair, unusual for a 32 mm barrel. - At 363 g it is light and easy to angle near the scalp. - A protective cool tip and styling glove are included. Good to know: - A 32 mm barrel cannot make tight curls on very short hair. - It lacks the curl-responsive technology of ghd's newer Chronos Curve tongs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.