GH Institute

All Curling tongs

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  Review of Boots Curl Up Ceramic Tong and Brush

  Features

  1 heat setting, weight: 218.2g, flex length: 2m, 15mm ceramic coated barrel, swivel cord, stand, on indicator. 

  Comments

  The barrel on this styler, didn't get as hot as others on test so couldn't cope on thicker hair. It created a slight curl, but then dropped out shortly afterwards.

  Rating: 49/100

  Price: £9.99

  Stockist: 08450 708090 - http://www.boots.com

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of M&S Per Una Ceramic Spiral curling tongs

  Features

  1 heat setting, weight: 143.8g, flex length: 1.85m, Ceramic coated barrel, swivel cord, stand, on indicator.

  Comments

  Creates very narrow, ringlet curls. The barrel is designed to only be twisted one way, so it's not really suitable for left handed people.

  Rating: 54/100

  Price: £10

  Stockist: 0845 302 1234 - http://www.marksandspencer.com

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of Daniel Hersheson waving tongs

  Features

  1 heat setting, weight: 342g, flex length: 2.6m, 25mm stainless steel barrel, swivel cord, stand, on indicator.

  Comments

  This styler is great for professionals, but it takes a while to master the art of using it properly. Recommended for regular curlers who want a natural looking curl. Worked well on thick hair.

  Rating: 59/100

  Price: £71

  Stockist: 0870 760 5547 - http://www.danielhersheson.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of Morphy Richards Small & Glossy Curls 22096

  Features

  1 heat setting, weight: 187.9g, flex length: 3m, ceramic coated barrel, swivel cord, stand, on indicator.

  Comments

  The barrel tangled easily in the hair. The curls produced were small, tight curls, which looked a little over-styled. Rubber grip handle is comfortable to hold.

  Rating: 63/100

  Price: £19.99

  Stockist: 0870 060 2614 - http://www.morphyrichards.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of Carmen Hair Lock Multistyler curling tongs

  Features

  Multiple heat settings, weight: 272.3g, flex length: 3m, ceramic coated barrel, 3 barrel options including big barrel tong, triple barrel tong and spiral tong, swivel cord, stand, on indicator.

  Comments

  The three different attachments are good for creating different looks. The big barrel tong produced good, well defined curls, that looked good all day.

  Rating: 70/100

  Price: £29.99

  Stockist: 0845 658 9700

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of Tresemme SalonCurl Elite HP4659

  Features

  9 heat settings, weight: 306g, flex length: 3m, nano silver coated barrel, swivel cord, stand, LCD display, auto shut off, heat gloves included.

  Comments

  This styler produced loose curls which dropped a little during the day. Hair got caught in the barrel a few times and snagged hair. Digital controls are easy to use.

  Rating: 72/100

  Price: £30

  Stockist: 0845 601 0354 - http://www.philips.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of BaByliss Pro Curl 2000 curling tongs

  Features

  4 heat settings, weight: 212g, flex length: 1.8m, tourmaline ceramic coated barrel, swivel cord, stand, LCD display.

  Comments

  Very quick to heat up. Comfortable and easy to use. Produced attractive loose curls which dropped a little during the day but still looked nice.

  Rating: 73/100

  Price: £18

  Stockist: 0870 5133191 - http://www.babyliss.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of Braun Satinstyler EC1 curling tongs

  Features

  Multiple heat settings, weight: 236.5g, flex length: 3m, ceramic coated barrel, swivel cord, stand, LCD display, auto shut off, satin ion technology switch.

  Comments

  This styler is easy to use and has clear controls. It produced soft, loose curls, but they dropped out towards the end of the day. The satin ions feature didn't make a noticeable difference.

  Rating: 76/100

  Price: £34.99

  Stockist: http://www.braun.com

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of Wahl Ceramic curling tongs

  Features

  4 heat settings, weight: 223g, flex length: 2.8m, ceramic coated barrel, swivel cord, stand, LCD display, storage pouch.

  Comments

  The smaller barrel creates tight, spiral curls. The barrel is smooth so it's easy to curl hair without tangling. There is an audible beep when the desired temperature is reached. The rubber grip handle is comfortable to hold.

  Rating: 82/100

  Price: £23.49

  Stockist: 01227 744330 - http://www.wahl.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - December 2007

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  Review of Remington Protect and Shine CiF125 tong

  Features

  Multiple heat settings, weight: 252.7g, flex length: 3m, ceramic/Teflon coated barrel, swivel cord, stand, ready/on indicator, storage pouch, auto shut off.

  Comments

  The barrel of these tongs is coated in a Teflon woven fabric which helps produce smooth natural-looking, large loose curls. It has variable heat settings ranging from 130°C to 180°C and has an auto safety shut off after one hour.

  Rating: 85/100

  Price: £29.99

  Stockist: 0800 212 438 - http://www.remington.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - September 2007