3/8" Small Curling Iron

Description

Slim 3/8" tourmaline ceramic barrel for tight curls and ringlets, with LCD display, nine heat settings from 260°F–420°F, ~30-second heat-up, 60-minute auto shut-off, and dual voltage 100–240V. Includes heat-resistant glove.

About this product

This slim 3/8" tourmaline ceramic curling iron is Wavytalk’s dedicated tight-curl and ringlet tool for short and long hair. An LCD display shows heat, nine settings run from about 260°F–420°F, heat-up takes around 30 seconds, and a 60-minute auto shut-off plus dual voltage 100–240V cover safety and travel. A heat-resistant glove is included.

Small barrels shine on short layers, fringe detail, and defined spiral curls that larger 1"–1.25" wands cannot tighten. Tourmaline ceramic is the specified barrel material for even heat and smoother glide around the wand. Start lower on fine or color-treated hair, use the glove every wrap, and let curls cool fully before brushing out for longer hold. Our guide to curling iron size for short hair shows where the 3/8" barrel fits on a pixie, a bob and a lob.

If you want many barrel sizes in one purchase, step up to the 5-in-1 curling set. If you need a thermal brush plus wand plus flat iron in a smaller kit, see the 3-in-1 set. This iron stays the specialist small-barrel pick when ringlets are the goal.

Pros

• True small barrel for defined ringlets that larger wands cannot match.
• Clear LCD and wide temperature range for fine-to-coarse hair.
• Auto shut-off and dual voltage add everyday and travel practicality.

Cons

• One diameter only—no interchangeable barrels.
• Tight curls take more sectioning time on long thick hair than a large barrel.
• Not a flat iron or thermal brush; shaping is curl-only.

Related guide: Curling Iron Barrel Size: Which Size for Which Curl?

Who it suits

A 3/8" barrel is about as small as curling irons go, so this one is for tight curls and defined ringlets rather than loose waves. Wavytalk lists it for both short and long hair, and its nine settings are meant to cover everything from thin to thick, coarse hair.

It's also a good second tool if you already own a bigger wand and want small curls around the face. For loose bends or blowout volume, the 5-in-1 Curling Wand Set offers bigger barrels on one handle.

How to use it

1. Pick a temperature on the LCD between 260°F and 420°F; Wavytalk says it reaches 360°F within about 30 seconds.
2. Turn on the temperature setting lock so a stray thumb doesn't change the heat mid-curl.
3. Take small sections, about the width of the barrel, and wrap them around it with the glove on.
4. Hold for a few seconds, release, and let each curl cool before you separate it.
5. Smaller sections give tighter, longer-lasting ringlets.

Care and storage

The 60-minute auto shut-off covers you if you forget to switch it off. Let the tourmaline ceramic barrel cool before storing, and keep the 6.5 ft swivel cord loosely coiled. At 8 oz it's light enough to pack, and it's rated dual voltage, 100–240V.

What's in the box

The curling iron and a heat-resistant glove.

Key specs

• Slim 3/8" tourmaline ceramic barrel for tight curls and ringlets.
• LCD display with nine heat settings about 260°F–420°F.
• About 30-second heat-up.
• 60-minute auto shut-off.
• Dual voltage 100–240V.
• Heat-resistant glove included.
• Made for short and long hair.
• Specialty diameter versus larger interchangeable wand kits.

FAQ

What temperature range does it have?

Nine settings from 260°F to 420°F, shown on an LCD display.

Is it suitable for thick hair?

Wavytalk lists the range as suitable for thin, normal and thick, coarse hair. On thick hair, use smaller sections and a higher setting.

Will it work overseas?

It's rated worldwide dual voltage, 100–240V. You may need a plug adapter.

What does the temperature lock do?

It stops the setting from going up or down by accident while you style.