what size barrel should I use for collar length hair?
1060500
I use the standard 1 inch wand. You have to be careful using the shortest layers of the hair, you'll probably only be able to wrap your hair around it once, but just don't burn yourself. However, the for the top layers of hair it's perfect. My hair is shoulder length, but I used the wand when my hair feel below my bra strap.
1060501
I think that would all depend on how tight you want the curl. This curling iron should be fine. You can always loosen the curl if it is too tight. This iron is very easy to use and the curls last all day.
1060502
My hair is about that long....maybe a little longer and I use the one above in picture. It works great. The curls can be loosened up a bit just by running your fingers through the curls. I love the curling iron. The curls stay in overnight. Hope that helps a little.
553305
The case is made to accomodate a 32 inch barrel. For shorter barrels use an appropriate length of styrafoam. IE 28 inch barrel use approx. 4 inch styrafoam.
1171773
The actual metal curling barrel is approximately two and a quarter inches long. The metal piece that holds the hair in place on the barrel is 2" long. It is quite tiny. I bought it to curl my bangs only, and it does that well. I think it would be difficult and time-consuming to attempt to do much more than that unless your hair is very short and/or fine. It does get quite hot very quickly. I hope this helps!
204171
i have short hair and works fine for me. the barrel is small. not sure about long hair
1018341
That, because of the diameter of the barrel, would be a stretch. You may want to check the manufacturers website to see if a larger size is available. Good luck
1480537
I would suggest warm set rollers and steamer with styling brush to straighten. If you have a cheap jumbo curling iron, the low setting will not melt it. You should be able to touch the barrel with your hand. I would strand test. So far I have only used the electric set of rollers and comb using my fingers not a brush. You can shake it and go.
199923
You might need a small and a medium. I have relatively short hair, to my collar. I wish I'd thought of this idea!
1734555
The head piece is approximately 5/16 of an inch in diameter. If you have a 1/2 inch to work in it works well but the barrel at the head is approximately 2 inches long so not ideal for tight curves. Works well though.
1997810
It is easier for long hair. There is no clasp, nothing to hold the hair to the barrel. With long hair you can just wind it around the barrel. If you have really short hair you have to hold it yourself, with the glove. You have to be very careful because the barrel gets very hot.
1302627
Interesting that I get this question today.My friend and I are running 20 inch barrels I am using a 34 inch rod and it clears the muzzle brake by two inches.We did a little measuring.You can use a 32 inch rod on a 20 inch barrel so for your 24 inch barrel you will need a minimum of a 36 inch rod.This number does not include the cleaning jag or brush for the tip of the rod.
1165829
The barrel size. If you have and use a regular curling iron, go by that size if you like the way your hair looks. A smaller barrel, obviously, the tighter the curl. Have used these for years when my cosmetologist used it on my then long, permed hair. Gave it a smooth, soft, touchable, natural look. Also, for me, since I do not have any natural curl, wave or body to my hair, it's best effect is with my perm and the first two haircuts. After that, I use a curling iron for the body and curl. If just running around, dampen hair, mousse it, shape, comb or wide-tonged brush. It may have held the curl from the day's previous use. Everybody's different! Good luck! The barrel size. If you have and use a regular curling iron, go by that size if you like the way your hair looks. A smaller barrel, obviously, the tighter the curl. Have used these for years when my cosmetologist used it on my then long, permed hair. Gave it a smooth, soft, touchable, natural look. Also, for me, since I do not have any natural curl, wave or body to my hair, it's best effect is with my perm and the first two haircuts. After that, I use a curling iron for the body and curl. If just running around, dampen hair, mousse it, shape, comb or wide-tonged brush. It may have held the... » Read More The barrel size. If you have and use a regular curling iron, go by that size if you like the way your hair looks. A smaller barrel, obviously, the tighter the curl. Have used these for years when my cosmetologist used it on my then long, permed hair. Gave it a smooth, soft, touchable, natural look. Also, for me, since I do not have any natural curl, wave or body to my hair, it's best effect is with my perm and the first two haircuts. After that, I use a curling iron for the body and curl. If just running around, dampen hair, mousse it, shape, comb or wide-tonged brush. It may have held the curl from the day's previous use. Everybody's different! Good luck! « Show Less
1258876
The larger barrel is 1 3/4" at the widest, and 1" at the narrow end. The smaller barrel is 1 1/4" at the widest and 3/4" at the narrower end.The smaller size creates more curls, the larger more waves. Love it.
1165830
the larger the barrel, the softer the curl; smaller barrel gives tighter curl -
19783
The one I purchased is 1 1/4 to 3/4. The price difference is pretty big between the different sz barrels 1' in to half was $30-35 MORE than the 1 1/4. My hair is long so I prefer the bigger barrel anyway....hope this helps.
1804127
I think you would, you would just need to use the smaller barrel for it. I have really long hair but it is also in layers and it works! Best of luck :)
40156
Using a caliper, I get 67 mm for the diameter of the lens barrel onto which the collar is clamped. The collar opens up completely but I think you could only go up to a lens barrel of about 69 mm, as larger would not fit well. Nor would smaller than about 66 mm lens barrel, as that is where it is fully clamped. Lots of luck! You know, Amazon is great about taking things back if they don't fit.
1890366
I'm not sure what the difference might be. Perhaps size of curling/styling barrel?