BaByliss PRO · Ultra Curl

The BaByliss PRO Ultra Curl is a 25 mm hair straightener designed especially for curls: you make them with one hand, in a single movement. The EP Technology 5.0 floating plates smooth the strand, while the curved side plates give it a curl shape. You can also use it to straighten hair.

What it does for you

• It makes curls in a single movement, with one hand, without wrapping the hair.
• It smooths and curls at the same time: the strand slides between the plates, while the curved edges fix its shape.
• It presses evenly on the entire strand, because the floating plates compensate for thickness differences.
• It shows you when it's ready: the light flashes until it reaches the selected temperature.
• It is held securely in the hand, with tips that remain cool and support for the thumb.
• It turns off automatically if you do not use it for approximately 72 minutes.

How to use it at home

1. Start with clean, dry hair. Take a strand of at most 3.5 cm: the thinner it is, the more defined the curl will be.
2. Push the sliding button once for 170 °C or further for 200 or 230 °C. Wait until the light stops flashing.
3. Grip the strand at the root, with the curved plates facing the head, and close the plate.
4. Rotate the plate 90°, with the curved plates facing up.
5. Slowly move down towards the ends, rotating outwards, until the curved plates reach the bottom. Release the strand.
6. Twist the end of the curl 180° in its direction, so it settles. Finally, turn off the plate and let it cool.

For what type of hair

The manual recommends 170 °C for delicate and fine hair and 200 °C for medium hair, both for curls. The 230 °C setting is only for thick, curly, or afro hair, which must be straightened first. If you only want straight hair on fine hair, a plate with lower settings is more suitable.

Specifications

What else you need

• Wella EIMI Thermal Image Heat Protection Spray
• Schwarzkopf Session Label The Coat Heat Protection Spray
• Clips for holding hair in sections
• BaByliss PRO Flat Brush
• Osis+ Elastic Flexible Hairspray, for curls that last

ProBeauty Tip. The manual also describes a second method: rotate the plate inwards, not outwards. Try both on one strand each and keep the one that suits you more naturally.