Philips HP8618 Hair Straightener Curler
Hello Beautiful People,
How are you ladies? Today I have something little different to show you, a hair curler by Philips. There are various kinds of curling irons in the beauty market – metal plated, ceramic curling irons and the newest technology, tourmaline ceramic curling irons. I do not recommend metal plated curling irons because they are made to cook your hair 😀 seriously, they leave your hair with brittle, split, unmanageable. Ceramic and tourmaline ceramic curling irons produce gentler, more controlled heat. The Philips Hair Curler has ceramic coating. I bought Philips HP8618 Hair Straightener Curler from purplle.com
Price : India – INR 2395 and USA – $42.99
Read on to find whether it works or not.
Product Overview: Philips hair curler has a 13-25mm Tong which helps curls short as well as long hair with ease. The Conical Barrel gives you different kinds of curls and waves. It shuts off automatically after 60 secs to prevent over heating.
How I Curl My Hair ?
- I dry my hair thoroughly since using hair curler on wet hair can cause permanent damage. I comb my hair with wooden comb to make them tangle free.
- I use a heat protection cream to avoid prevent split ends, dryness and damage .
Product Recommendation : I use Sedu Anti-Frizz Polishing Treatment with Moroccan Argan Oil ($37) review coming soon. Tresseme Heat Tamer is another cheaper option (review here). - I wear my heat protection glove before I start curling.
- I have long hair so I find it easier to start curling at the back of my head. For short hair beauties, it’s easier to start at the crown.
- I take small sections of about 1-2″ and start rolling from the tip of the section. I roll up the curling iron and hold for 10-15 seconds.
- After I release the curl I preserve its shape by pinning it in place with bobby pins.
- Once the curls are created, I use holding spray to set it in place.
- Imp tip – If you do burn yourself, remember to ice the burn and apply Vitamin E oil to prevent scarring and keep doing so in the days after (it really works!).
The Good :
- Philips HP8618 Hair Curler has conical shape of barrel with diameter from 13 to 25 mm which allows you to create different types of curls and waves. The narrow end of the barrel creates small curls, while the broad end creates bigger curls.
- It has a unique Curl Ready Indicator with choices of 5, 8, 10 seconds so that you know when your curl is ready. No more overheating ! 😀
- Digital heat settings allow you to choose the temperature that suits your hair type.
- The top temperature of 200°C guarantees perfect results even for thick hair.
- Swivel cord ensures that the wire doesn’t tangle around the device
- It is not a clamp style curler. No problem of creases/crimps in your hair.
- Automatic shut-off after 60 min .Key-lock function to avoid unintentional switching. Safety stand for easy use Ready to use indicator on LCD screen. Dual voltage for worldwide use.
- Big list of instructions on how to use. Beginners no worries 😉
- Heats up quite fast.
- Creates beautiful natural looking curls.
- You can create both loose curls or “beachy” waves and also smaller, tighter ringlets.
The Bad :
- You need to practice a lot if you are a beginner
- No heat protection glove provided.
Final Verdict : Great variety of heat settings and heats up quick. My curls lasted 48 hours, without falling. This curling wand is truly amazing. 🙂
My Rating : 4/5
Styling Tips and Tricks :
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- Thin, fine hair or hair that is permed, colored or damaged should be curled at lower heat settings.
- When touching up curls, set your iron to a lower heat and avoid unnecessarily heating your hair.
- If you want to add a slight curl or flip at the ends of your hair, use the round brush to curl hair into the shape and direction of your choice and blow-dry each section until completely dry.
- If scalp grease have left your hair looking dirty, sprinkle translucent powder or baby powder over your roots, then brush through.
- If your hair is naturally oily and limp, start by washing and conditioning with volumizing products.
- Want to have the sexy beach look ? Its easy ! either go with your natural texture or spritz a salt-water spray onto strands and scrunch from ends to roots. Then, choose your best side and sweep your strands to the opposite one, allowing your face to be seen.
- To prevent hair from sizzling in the flatiron or curling iron, use thermal heat protectant spray before you clamp down.
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Disclaimer: All products mentioned in this post were purchased with my own money. I am not being sponsored/compensated/paid to write this review and all opinions are absolutely my own.
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This is a pretty good curler 🙂
Yeah dear it is 🙂 🙂
Sounds cool! I haven’t used a hair curler ever. Nice review and tips 🙂
Thank you dear ! Do try this one its great !
♥ Shreya
I’d love to try this !!
Lamia
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Thank you Lamia
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This is soo cool .. I have a hair straightener from Philips which I have only used once 😀
Nice review – would love to see your curled hairs 😉
Definitely dear I’ll be doing a detailed hair curling tutorial 🙂 🙂
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Looks like a good curler 🙂 I might buy one with bigger wand as I like softer curls 🙂
thanks for the lovely comment sweets ! With this curler you can get both loose curls and also tighter ringlets !
I normally curl my hair using my GHD straightnr but i am longing for a tong from quite a long time.. can you share your curled hair pic? it would be great 🙂
If you care looking for a gud hair tong u won’t be disappointed with this wand ! A detailed hair curling tutorial is cuming soon dear ^.~ <3
Wow this sounds really good. I so want to buy a curler n am actually scared to do it.
Nice review Shreya!
Thank you sweets ^.~ !
This hair curler is very safe to use ! you can use a heat protector glove for the extra protection 🙂 🙂
Great review! I would love to have loose romantic curls like Mila Kunis but my hair is SO fragile that I don’t want to damage it…
Thank you dear ! You can use Sedu Anti-Frizz Polishing Treatment it really protects your hair before styling and gives a lovely volume !
nice review shreya..I use GHD for my curls but i I have Remington curler which is also a great product..
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Wow thanks you for this guide! I have very curly hair and I use hair cirler often!
I wait you on my blog, have a nice weekend!
xx from Italy
Giulia
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thanks for the lovely comment dear ! I loved your blog 🙂
great post 🙂
thank you 🙂
Great review..You explained everything so well.. I have bookmarked this page as I am not a pro in curling my hairs:)
Thanks a lot sweets ! I’m glad you like my post ! I’ll do a detail hair curling tutorial !
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Do it for sure..
This seems a good one but I don’t need it as I have the same type of hair that this will create 😉 Nice review dear 🙂
Lucky you sweets ! I have naturally curly hair but due to extenso treatment they have becum straight … that’s the reason I curl them sumtimes 🙁 🙁
This looks fab! I love how thin the barrel tapers to at the end, so the curls all look different! xx
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Thank you dear <3 ! You are so right , I luv the way they give be loose or tight curls 🙂 🙂
sounds great 🙂
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thnk you 🙂
This is such a lovely post shreya…loved it 🙂
Thank a ton sweetie ! I’m glad you liked it
wow…amazing post! Loved the tips provided!!!
thank you dear ! It feels great when you beauties appreciate <3 <3
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🙂 have a gd day!
I have it but now my hair is too short to curl 🙂
If you have short hair dear you can use this to add volume ! ^.~
Nice post Dear.
A good product for sure. I have andis one 🙂
Thanks a ton sweets ! Muahs ^.~
Seems like a very nice product!
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Thank you dear ! this 1 is really a great product <3 <3
Superb post Shreya..
I like curls very much.. 🙂
thanks a ton sweets ! I’m luv curls too … ^.~
xoxo Shreya
This sounds amazing I have had curl wands in the past but currently use the roller kit will need to try this x
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Thank you dear 🙂 which roller kit you use ??? actually I want to try one 🙂
You have given a really detailed a great review dear! This curling iron really seems to be doing wonders & Thank you so much sharing the tip about that Vitamin E & burning…Didnt knwo about that at all..Will keep that in mind.. 🙂
I’m glad you noticed the tip and found it helpful sweetie <3 <3 if you combine that with pure aloe vera gel it heals faster 🙂 🙂
Thanks for the lovely comment ^.~
I love delicate waves.
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thank you dear 🙂
Have never used a curler before. So thanks for the review and the tips 🙂
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I’m glad you liked styling tips and tricks dear ! ^.~
I am never tried hair curlers but eyeing a curling rod..thansk for the review.. this one sounds good!!
And those tips are so very helpful!! 🙂 🙂
I’d love to try this !!
Very interesting post sweetheart!!!
Kisses
The diary of a fashion apprentice
I Loved How You Have Explained But Would It Be Possible For You To Gv an Elaborate Tutorial Using This? Please :-s
nice review 🙂
I would love to try this 🙂
mm this seems nice 🙂
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Looks Like a nice Curler. A Like for ur post and Have a Nice Day. . . 🙂
Thank you for sharing this review with us! Very interesting!
Diana
http://www.ManhattanImageandStyle.com
I loved the styling tips dear . Gonna buy this one 😉
I saw a friend curl her hair with one of these recently and it looked amazing, My hairs to long I find it easier to use a larger barrel curler! Great tips!
Hannah 🙂 x
Yes, indeed! Ceramic coating on your curling wand is way better for your hair and your curls.
I’m in Tamilnadu .which cream r spay must use befor and after curling my hair
Thanks for the info. I desperately wanted Nume curling wand, but trying to find some who can get it from US is very difficult. Will defenately consider buying Philips.
wow it looks so cute 🙂
Very Nice Hair Curler!!!!