12 Curling Irons That'll Help You Achieve the Voluminous Waves of Your Dreams

Conair Instant Heat 1/2-Inch Curling Iron ($16)

While you're sure to find no shortage of high-end hair tools online, there are still plenty of more affordable curling irons worth shopping, too. Case in point: This Conair Instant Heat 1/2-Inch Curling Iron, which costs only $16 and has more than 15,000 near-perfect ratings on Amazon. Check out our review on the Conair Wand to learn more.

Editor Quote: "At this point, I truly consider my Conair an extension of my being. After all, I've gotten ready for some of the best days of my life with that sucker. I went on my first date (to 'Twilight,' never forget) wearing Conair curls. I defended my college thesis with them. Heck, the Instant Heat even styled me for my interview at PS — and held up surprisingly well while I commuted in a scary NYC torrential downpour." — Alaina Demopoulos, former staff writer, Beauty