The best curling irons for short hair are the ones that give you the most control over the style you create. When it comes to short hair, you want to be able to create tight curls, loose waves, or anything in between. Here are some great options for curling irons for short hair.
$229.50
I was gifted by T3 products! i recently cut my hair and I needed a curling iron that would suit my short hair and hold my curls. ...So many curling irons have a tendency to get too hot and damage my hair, but with T3’s ceramic technology and choice of settings, this curling iron is perfect!
What it is: A curling iron that creates voluminous curls or waves in one smooth pass.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Frizz
- Volumizing
Key Benefits:
- Digital T3 SinglePass® Technology
- Three-Quarter Inch Custom-Blend Ceramic Clip Barrel
- Lightweight Design
What Else You Need to Know: This curling iron uses a smart microchip that monitors five digital heat settings to deliver the optimal temperature for all hair types and textures while Ceramic Heater Technology delivers even, consistent heat for lasting results with minimized heat exposure.
Clinical Results: Based on a consu
$282.50
I’m able to get creative with my short hair!...I wondered what all the fuss was about curling irons but this one is fast and leaves my hair shiny and the curls hold.
What it is: A medium iron with a one-inch barrel for glamorous and perfectly defined curls—preset to 365°F for optimal styling without extreme heat.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Frizz
- Shine
Key Benefits:
- Creates glamorously defined curls with a medium-size, ceramic-coated barrel
- Delivers shiny, long-lasting results
- Preset to 365°F for optimal styling without extreme heat
What Else You Need to Know: Create perfect curls, whether your hair is long or short, with this one-inch iron. It uses ultra-zone technology to monitor heat 250X per second for shiny, long-lasting results, per
$239.99
I LOVE my T3 styling wand. I have fine straight hair and recently had it cut into a bob. This wand makes it so easy to add waves to short hair. ...But this one works great, it gets really hot which is perfect for me because my hair requires a ton of heat in order to curl. I’ve noticed that my hair doesn’t look frizzy after curling, which is what I experienced with my other irons.
What it is: A waving wand that creates shiny, long-lasting tousled waves with ease in just one pass.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
What Else You Need to Know: Make wavesturn heads. Enhanced with digital T3 SinglePass® technology, the Singlepass Wave is designed to create tousled waves in just one pass. A smart microchip continually monitors and adjusts power to minimize heat fluctuations and maintain consistent temperature. High-performance ceramic heaters ensure even, consistent heat, free of hot spots, for one-pass styling.
$129.00
The mini one is suitable for short hair. My hair is short and I shaped it beautifully. ...Love the way hair looks...I love this the way it gives me mermaid like waves and looks natural after all day perfect for my medium length and so like the change up from the original curling iron very happy with this gives that ripple that is more defined then the crimped
What it is: A mini triple-barrel waver that’s great for all hair lengths and delivers texture, tight waves, and instant cool.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Key Benefits:
- For all hair lengths, but great for shorter hair
- Creates seamless tight waves or classic finger waves
- Ceramic and nano-coated barrel reduces friction when styling and delivers long-lasting results
What Else You Need to Know: The Triple Ripple Mini Waver delivers effortlessly defined waves with its 0.86-inch ceramic and nano-coated barrels, ergonomic design, and travel-friendly features like universal voltage and a detachable, lightweight build.
$78.50
My new favorite hair tool!...It's super easy to use and gives beautiful mermaid waves that last for days! Even on short hair ;)...This is my go to waver and I would recommend to anyone, long or short hair.
What it is: A three-barrel wand that makes styling the effortless, frizz-free Aussie beach waves a breeze.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Frizz
- Hold and Style Extending
- Curl-Enhancing
Key Benefits:
- Easy to use
- Long-lasting style performance
- Works on any hair texture
What Else You Need to Know: The tourmaline ceramic and ionic technology leave hair smooth, frizz-free, and evenly styled. The adjustable temperature setting is for any hair type and texture.
$78.50
New Short Hair Staple!!...I have a super short bob and this is AMAZING for it! Curling can be so hard, and this makes it soo easy to add texture and style to it!...What I like is that it’s pretty easy to use and smooths out hair while curling, but the waves are just too subtle.
What it is: A three-barrel wand that makes styling the effortless, frizz-free Aussie beach waves a breeze.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Frizz
- Hold and Style Extending
- Curl-Enhancing
Key Benefits:
- Easy to use
- Long-lasting style performance
- Works on any hair texture
What Else You Need to Know: The tourmaline ceramic and ionic technology leave hair smooth, frizz-free, and evenly styled. The adjustable temperature setting is for any hair type and texture.
$174.50
They are also longer than old school versions which creates a more modern wave pattern but to accommodate the size they do feel a little heavy especially for thinner hair like mind. These wouldn't work for short hair because even with the 2 sizes the smaller size isn't particularly thin. ...A game changer for my hair!...This is my first time using curlers and I am so hooked now! A normal curling iron always left my hair feeling fried and damaged so I haven’t curled my hair in a while.
What it is: A set of hot rollers with long-length ceramic barrels that hold large sections of hair and evenly distribute heat to create big, bouncy curls with tons of volume and less frizz.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Frizz
- Hold and Style Extending
- Shine
Key Benefits:
- Create big, bouncy curls with tons of volume
- Longer barrels hold more hair
- Reduce frizz and add tons of shine
What Else You Need to Know: The Roller Club Curling Hot Hair Rollers have two different barrel sizes which allow for customized styling on all hair lengths. The three-inch-long barrels are designed with additional length to set l
$68.00
I like how this hair curler works, but it was a little difficult for me to use because I have thick and long hair that reaches down to my legs, in my opinion this curler has good functions but I feel like it would work better on short hair! ...Plus, it's super easy to use and doesn't damage my hair like other irons have in the past.
What it is: A curling wand that delivers undone waves and defined curls for a variety of hair textures and lengths.
Hair Texture: Straight and Wavy
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Key Benefits:
- Ceramic and nano-coated attachments offer smooth styling without frizz
- Hold it vertically or horizontally—this no-clamp wand makes styling flexible and simple
- The 1.25-inch barrel size easily creates undone waves and defined curls
What Else You Need to Know: This 1.25" Curling Wand Attachment is powered by the Power Bottom Base and has four precise temperature settings and auto shutoff.
$108.00
Short hair 🤝🏻 AirBurst styler...I am SO impressed by this! I just cut my hair into a bob and thought this type of tool was only for long hair! ...Definitely love to use it as a curling iron best! It gives a blow out type vibe to your curls, my hair feels much bouncier than when I use my regular wands/curling irons!
What it is: This versatile, lightweight professional styler helps create curls, waves, and straight, sleek strands while locking in style and sealing the cuticle.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Holds and Style Extending
- Straightening and Smoothing
Key Benefits:
- Straightens, curls, and waves hair
- Long-lasting style performance
- Works on any hair texture
What Else You Need to Know: Made with Cool Air Vent technology, this hair styler emits a burst of cool air as you style to reduce heat on the hair, lock in waves and curls, and help seal the hair cuticle for a shiny, smooth finish. The five
$165.00
am a fan of amika products, and absolutely love this jumbo waver! I have short hair, and this waver is slightly bigger than the other crimping tools I have, so it gives my hair the PERFECT amount of wave. ...This is my go to for perfect, effortless beach waves. My hair doesn’t hold curl from a curling iron very well so this is perfect for adding volume and texture
What it is: A 1.25-inch barrel waver ideal for creating loose, natural-looking waves with a creaseless, frizz-free, beach-born style.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Frizz
- Volumizing
Key Benefits:
- Delivers Crease-Free, Natural-Looking Waves
- Locks In Moisture with Far-Infrared Technology
- Creates a Frizz-Free Finish with Negative-Ion Technology
What Else You Need to Know: This barrel waver delivers an effortless beachy style with loose, natural-looking waves—without creases. Far-infrared technology locks in moisture while negative-ion technology seals hair cuticles for a smooth, friz