The BaBylissPRO Curling Wand 28mm is a professional curling wand (no clamp) with a 28mm black-oxide barrel, built for effortless curls and soft waves. It is part of BaBylissPRO's high-performance curling range: ready to use in 30 seconds, with a steady, even temperature across the full 160mm barrel and 5 settings from 140 to 200°C so you can match the heat to the hair. You wrap the section around the barrel yourself, for natural, varied curls with no clamp line.

In the box

• BaBylissPRO Curling Wand 28mm
• Heat mat with storage compartment
• Protective styling glove
• Instruction and safety guide

Why the 28mm barrel

Barrel size is what decides the curl, and this is why stylists pick the 28mm: it creates voluminous curls and tousled, beachy waves with a natural finish -- flexible enough for both loose waves and tighter curls. A smaller barrel gives a tighter curl and a larger barrel a looser curl or wave, so the 28mm sits exactly where you want it on that scale. The black-oxide barrel is an excellent heat conductor and stays stable at high temperatures, spreading heat evenly along its full length for a consistent result from root to end, while its smooth, non-stick surface releases the hair cleanly and wipes clean easily. The five settings, from 140 to 200 degrees, let you dial the heat to the hair type instead of forcing one temperature on everything, and the auto-lock holds that choice steady so it will not creep up while you work.

Key features

• 28mm black-oxide barrel, 160mm long for use on any length
• Best for effortless curls and soft waves
• 5 temperature settings (140-200°C) with auto-lock, so the heat stays where you set it
• Ready to use in 30 seconds, with a steady temperature across the whole barrel
• Last-setting memory recalls your preferred heat
• No clamp -- wrap the hair for natural, varied curls, with a streamlined cool tip to guide the ends
• Built-in safety stand, auto shut-off after 20 minutes, 2.8m 360° swivel cord and multi-voltage

What to expect in the hand

It is lightweight and ergonomic, and the extended 160mm barrel gives you room to work even on longer hair. The heat comes up fast and stays even, so each curl matches the last, and the streamlined cool tip gives you somewhere safe to guide the ends. With no clamp you control the whole curl by hand, which is what gives wands their natural, undone finish -- a little practice and the wrap becomes second nature. Set it on its built-in stand between sections and it sits steady. Between clients it comes back to heat quickly, so you are not left waiting on the tool, and the balanced weight keeps your wrist relaxed through a whole head of hair.

Who it is for

• Stylists who want effortless curls and soft waves with professional, repeatable results
• Anyone who likes to wrap the hair for a natural, hand-styled finish
• Salon and session work where fast, even heat matters through a busy day
• Home users stepping up to a professional-grade tool

Who it is not for

• Straightening -- this is a curling tool; use a straightener for that
• Beginners who want the hair held for them -- a tong with a clamp is easier to start with
• Wet hair -- dry the hair first; these are dry-styling tools

Professional tip

Work in sections and match the heat to the hair -- a lower setting for fine or lightened hair, higher for thick or coarse hair -- rather than always reaching for the top setting. As you work, leave the ends out for a softer finish, then let each curl cool and set before you comb through.

How to use it

1. Make sure the hair is dry, then brush it through and work in sections
2. Switch on, choose a setting (start lower for fine or lightened hair) and wait for it to reach temperature
3. Wrap a section around the barrel from root to tip, holding the cool tip, and hold for a few seconds
4. Release the curl gently and let it cool before you touch it again
5. Work around the head section by section, then break up the curls with your fingers or a brush
6. Switch off, rest it on its built-in stand and let it cool fully before storing

Care and maintenance

Let it cool fully, then wipe the black-oxide barrel with a soft, dry cloth to keep the surface clean and smooth -- no product build-up means an even release every time. For spares and styling add-ons, see the BaBylissPRO accessories and spares page. And to section the hair cleanly while you curl, add the BaBylissPRO Croco Clips X6.

In short

• 28mm black-oxide barrel for effortless curls and soft waves
• 5 settings (140-200°C), auto-lock, ready in 30 seconds
• Clamp-free wand for natural, wrap-styled curls
• Even heat across the full 160mm barrel; built-in stand and 20-minute auto shut-off
• Part of a 10-size range -- pick the barrel that matches your curl

Frequently asked questions