When it comes to styling tools, a straightener is one of the most versatile options. Obviously, a flat iron will straighten ...

"For beachy waves, luckily you won’t have to worry thinking about going away or towards your face," says Kim. "It’s one of ...

Those with short styles should choose a flat iron with a one-inch plate ... and I found that it was just as useful for adding beach waves to my hair as it was for straightening it.

Like a foolproof flat iron or a dependable blow-dryer ... “Many of my clients love voluminous curls and waves, and this iron gives a beautiful frizz-free curl,” she explains.

The Kristin Ess Mini Flat Iron is lightweight ... flat irons we tested—and it was a bit trickier to use for creating waves or curls. Thick hair can take longer to style, but the Bio Ionic ...