The top curling irons to snap up if you're after a new tool

This is the only kind of three day bender you’ll actually feel good about. The innovative DryBar The 3-Day Bender Digital Curling Iron is a jazzy little device that features a unique rotating barrel, to create perfect curls and waves in half the time. It’s also ionic (read: less frizz, more shine) and has infrared technology to heat hair from the inside out (better for your hair).

$229 at Sephora

Remington Keratin and Argan Oil Nourish Curling Wand has been kicking around for a while and there’s so much to love about it. It’s pretty much everything you’d ever want in a hair curler, and it does an excellent job without breaking the bank. It's a 13mm to 25mm conical curling iron perfect for creating a soft curl or natural waves. On top of that, the ceramic curling iron is infused with keratin and argan oil to help minimise frizz.

$39.95 at Myer

The Silver Bullet Fastlane 32mm Titanium Curling Iron wand heats up super fast and gives you tousled curls or a soft wave in a flash, making the whole hairstyling game a total breeze. It features a large titanium barrel that works to preserve moisture and retain your hair’s natural shine. What's more, a rose gold curling iron just looks so damn glam sitting on your vanity.

$92.95 at Hairhouse

If you’re looking for something that does it all, the H2D Ice X5 Professional Curling Wand is your guy. With five interchangeable heads, you can literally create any kind of curl. It also features ion technology and has digital temperature control, meaning you won’t fry your hair.

$299.99 at Beautopia

While having your hair sucked into a chamber sounds utterly terrifying, the VS Sassoon Curl Secret Optimum is actually super easy to use and offers ultimate flexibility with its intuitive controls. There are six different heat settings, three heat times and three curl directions. It’s the perfect go-to for when you’re running late!

$129 at Myer

There’s a LOT of hype around the Dyson Airwrap, and it’s totally warranted. This thing is an absolute beast. It comes with six different attachments, including a 30mm barrel for voluminous curls and a 40mm barrel for loose curls or waves. It basically sucks your hair around the barrel using hot air instead of extreme heat, drying and curling hair at the same time.

$799 at Dyson

Cloud Nine's The Curling Wand is a super versatile styler that can be used to create everything from carefree beachy waves to perfect curls. It has a mineral-infused 25mm barrel wand and features a handy swivel cord, making curling your hair easy as pie.

$249 at Adore Beauty

You can never go wrong with a ghd hair tool; true story. We guarantee you’ll find one in every hairstylist's kit. And considering the gorgeous 'done but undone' waves it leaves you with, the ghd Curve Classic Wave Wand is a must-have hot tool for curling hair. It boasts a tapered 38mm to 26mm oval shaped barrel, allowing you to create classic deep, voluminous curls with movement. Dreamy.

$250 at ghd