# Best curling irons and wands for beach waves Source: https://plateandwand.com/best/best-curling-iron-for-beach-waves Publisher: Plate & Wand. Picks are chosen from what each Amazon listing states, not from hands-on tests. Method: https://plateandwand.com/how-we-pick Beach waves are loose, uneven bends rather than tight ringlets, so barrel size matters more than anything else. Most loose-wave looks come from barrels in the 1.25 to 1.5 inch range, or from shaped tools like an oval wand or a triple-barrel waver. A clamp gives more grip and control. A clampless wand wraps hair around the outside for a more undone finish. This guide compares seven tools whose listings talk about waves, beachy texture or loose curls, and records barrel size, barrel style, temperature, whether a clamp is listed and heat-up time. Where a listing does not state something, such as the top temperature on the T3 models, the table says Not stated so you know to check before buying. ## Picks ### 1. ghd Curve Classic Wave Wand, 1-1.5" Oval Barrel, Black Barrel size: 1-1.5 in. (title); Barrel shape: Oval; Temperature: 365°F (fixed); Glove included: Not stated; Voltage: Universal voltage An oval-barrel wand built for waves. The listing describes bouncy curls or undone textured waves at a consistent 365°F, ready in 25 seconds. What the listing offers: - Oval barrel listed for modern curls or undone textured waves. - Cool tip, safety stand and a 360° swivel cord are stated. - Universal voltage and auto sleep after 30 minutes, per the listing. Limits to know: - The title says 1 to 1.5 inch while a bullet says 0.5 to 1.5 inch, so confirm the size on the listing. - Fixed 365°F only, with no adjustable heat. ### 2. ghd Chronos Curve Max Wand, 1.5" Barrel, Black Barrel size: 1.5 in.; Barrel shape: Straight, clipless; Temperature: 365°F (fixed); Glove included: Yes; Voltage: Not stated A 1.5 inch clampless wand that the listing says is made for loose, voluminous waves, with curl-responsive heat control at 365°F. What the listing offers: - 1.5 inch barrel for loose, voluminous waves, per the listing. - Curl-responsive technology adapts to how you curl, according to the listing. - Includes a styling glove, safety stand and an 8.8 ft cable. Limits to know: - Heat-up is 50 seconds, slower than the 25 seconds listed on other ghd curlers. - No clamp, which takes practice if you are used to a clip iron. ### 3. T3 SinglePass Curl X Extra-Long Barrel 1.5" Curling Iron & Curling Wand, Hair Curler with 9 Heat Settings, Korean Ceramic & ProGlide Clip for Curls, Waves & Shine on Fine, Medium & Thick Hair Barrel size: 1.5 in; Heat settings: 9; Barrel type: Extra-long clip barrel; Ion generator: Not stated; Standout feature: ProGlide clip T3's 1.5 inch extra-long clip barrel. The listing says it forms loose curls and voluminous waves and styles wide sections in one pass. What the listing offers: - 1.5 inch barrel listed for loose curls and voluminous waves. - Extra-long barrel handles wide sections and long hair, per the listing. - 9 heat settings let you set heat by hair type. Limits to know: - Temperatures for the 9 settings are not stated. - Heat-up time is not listed for this T3 curling iron. ### 4. T3 SinglePass Curl X Extra-Long Barrel 1.25" Curling Iron & Curling Wand, Hair Curler with 9 Heat Settings, Korean Ceramic & ProGlide Clip for Curls, Waves & Shine on Fine, Medium & Thick Hair Barrel size: 1.25 in, extra-long; Barrel build: CeraGloss ceramic, ProGlide clip; Max temperature: Not stated; Heat settings: 9; Voltage: Not stated T3's 1.25 inch extra-long clip barrel, which the listing says forms soft, lived-in curls and beachy waves. A good size for medium-length hair. What the listing offers: - The listing names beachy waves directly for this size. - ProGlide clip is described as gripping without creasing. - 9 heat settings for fine, medium and thick hair. Limits to know: - Smaller than 1.5 inch, so waves are a bit tighter on long hair. - The listing does not state the temperatures for its 9 settings. ### 5. Bio Ionic Long Barrel Curling Iron, Moisture Heat Technology & NanoIonic MX Barrel size: 1.5 in; Barrel length: 2 in longer than standard; Max temperature: 430°F; Heat settings: Variable (count not stated); Clamp: Not stated The largest Long Barrel size at 1.5 inches, for voluminous lived-in curls. It suits long hair where loose body matters more than a defined curl. What the listing offers: - The listing states the 1.5 inch barrel creates voluminous lived-in curls. - A barrel 2 inches longer than standard helps with long hair, per the listing. - Variable heat up to 430°F and a 1-hour auto shut-off are listed. Limits to know: - Heat step count, voltage and clamp style are not stated. - A 1.5 inch barrel gives looser curls that may not suit short hair. ### 6. ghd Wave Triple Barrel Hair Waver, Black Barrel size: Three 1.3 in barrels; Barrel style: Triple-barrel waver; Temperature: 365°F fixed; Clamp: Not stated; Heat-up time: Not stated A triple-barrel waver with three 1.3 inch barrels. The listing describes quick, loose beach waves with curved edges that avoid root dents. What the listing offers: - Listed for quick, loose beach waves on various hair lengths. - Soft, curved barrel edges are described as preventing root indentations. - Dual temperature sensors, a safety stand and a 2 year warranty are stated. Limits to know: - A waver makes a uniform S-wave rather than a twisted curl. - Heat-up time is not stated, and auto sleep is 60 minutes. ### 7. ghd Curve Soft Curl Iron, 1.25", Black Barrel size: 1.25 in; Barrel build: Ceramic, spring clamp; Max temperature: 365°F fixed; Heat settings: 1 preset; Voltage: Universal A 1.25 inch ceramic curling iron with a spring clamp. The listing says it creates soft waves and voluminous curls on longer hair. What the listing offers: - 1.25 inch ceramic barrel listed for soft waves on longer hair. - Spring clamp, cool tip and safety stand are stated. - Universal voltage and a 2 year warranty, per the listing. Limits to know: - Fixed 365°F with no adjustable range for finer or coarser hair. - A standard clamp iron gives a more polished curl than a wand. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.