Chi ARC - Automatic Rotating Curler - Anyone Used It?

TheKateMeister · ‎04-25-2012

Hi all, has anyone tried the Chi ARC? It's similar to the Beachwaver but a smaller barrel, and a bit less expensive. I am seriously considering it but would love to hear any reviews from my fellow beauties! Currently on sale at Ulta…let me know if you've tried it!

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JeanLouiseFinch · ‎10-03-2011

I've wanted a Beachwaver off and on, but then I think, "Who are you kidding? You're no spring chicken who should wear her hair that way?" My hair is fairly long, though, compared to other ladies in my age range and I think the loose curls are pretty. I looked at a couple of youtube videos and the CHI looks like it works the same way. Ulta's got a great price, too. I'd be tempted to get it. You can always return it if it doesn't measure up.

RespectLife · ‎02-27-2012

JLF...I have the Beachwaver and LOVE it! My hair is longer too...and I am no spring bird either...but I get constant compliments on my hair (not just my WEN quality hair, but the beachy waves or the tighter curls). These curls last DAYS! So I love I am only using a heat appliance once or twice a week and I gave up blow drying so even better.

I bet you would look beautiful with curls! If I go to work w/ straighter hair...the guys I work with ask "What, no curls today?" LOL so I guess it is my signature look now.

The CHI is a great price compared to the Beachwaver! I think CHI is a good quality company too. The only thing is...the barrel as the OP stated is smaller. I wouldn't want any tighter curls than the current beachwaver gives me. I would even love this type of tool with an even bigger barrel.

Katemeister...I hope someone who actually has the CHI responds to you! If you give it a whirl...let us know how you like it. I can vouch for the Beachwaver but it sure did hit the pocketbook a bit hard! LOL But to be honest...I would replace it in a heart beat!

Harpa · ‎03-10-2010

Thanks for writing about this. I love my other Chi, and I've been thinking about a rotating device.

TiredOfNewNames · ‎05-06-2010

I've been looking at the Chi Arc, also. It has good reviews on Ulta's site (all 5-star except for one 2-star and one 4-star). It's also currently on sale. My purchase will be put on hold, though, since I'll be travelling between home and my daughter's house and I won't have time to play with it!

quinn5140 · ‎03-13-2010

I bought it around Christmas as I had been wanting the Beachwaver as well. I found it a little difficult to use. If you are handy with a curling iron I think you will find it a little cumbersome to use and a waste of time trying to get it lined up properly to spin it. For those reasons I returned mine. I can get the same curl on my own, so it was just not a good value for me. If you are someone that really doesn't know how to curl your hair, you may enjoy it. I bought mine at Ulta for a pretty good price as well.