Beauty

[Catiele]

I have had my T3 for a long time. Paid a little more but it was soo worth it.

[TrulyMe]

I was using a Hot Tools iron for years.  I recently purchased a Chi Lava curling iron and find it to be far superior in performance (evenly distributes the heat) than the Hot Tools iron.  It glides through the hair wonderfully and curls the hair great.  It also has an auto-shut off.  It was worth paying more - in my opinion.

[Boomernichols]

@Swedishmiss  I own a Hot Tools curling iron that I have had for more than 20 years now and it has served me well.   

[NYCLatinaMe]

I don't think the price matters, but the features do.  I find the wand style much easier to use.  I use a heat glove to protect my fingers.  I have a conair.  I have had several expensive ones, but find easy to use to be best.  You may want to get heat adjustability for your fine hair.

[Natureluvr]

I’ve had a Chi curling iron for 15+ years and although I haven’t used a cheaper one in years to compare to, this one makes my hair so smooth and shiny so hoping it lasts anther 15!

[Harpa]

Don't know if you bought one yet, @Swedishmiss . Just wanted to mention Forever Your Curl, though not inexpensive. But as to ease of use and a great result, I love mine, and my DD loves hers.

[Sunshine Kate]

I bought a CHI curling iron many years ago.  It was the best curling iron ever!!!  My curl lasted all day, and I have fine, straight hair.

One day I dropped it on the bathroom tile and it broke.  I got my money worth though because I used it for many years.

Bought another CHI. It did not work well like the original CHI. Guess it's being made with less quality and increased price.  Because of this experience will never buy any CHI product again. 

I'm back to using Hot Tools curling iron with the gold barrel.  My hairdresser said this one is very good.  I'm pleased, but it's not as good as the original CHI many years ago.

I will never spend hundreds of dollars on any hair tools. 

[Swedishmiss]

@Sunshine Kate 

I understand the quality of things available now.  We used to be loyal to the Maytag brand, but after having purchased a washer, dryer and refrigerator in the last few years, we will no longer buy anything Maytag.

[beckyb1012]

Mine last for about 10 years and I get them at Walmart, Conair 1½ barrel around $15.00.  Probably more now since my last one I bought about 5 years ago.  No need to spend a great deal when these work great.

[CANDLEQUEEN]

I have used Hot Tools for years. They last and are usually under 30.00...I get mine from Sally's!! But I know Ulta sells them as well.