Our take on Bioionic’s extra gentle curling wand that successfully achieves the “casual” looking hairstyle
Model name/number: N/A
Price: $99
Shape: wand (clampless barrel)
Available sizes:
Material: gold-coated ceramic
Best for: all hair types and lengths
What we like: lowest heat setting in the market for gentlest results
What we don’t like: doesn’t have a cool tip, counter rest is not integrated
How it stands out: extraordinarily gentle styling for fine hair with its very low heat setting
Rating: 4.7/5.0
It’s important to know what you want as well as your hair type’s needs when it comes to choosing the perfect curling iron. If you have thin and fragile strands that need extra attention and what you want to achieve is natural-looking results with beautifully loose waves rather than uniform curls, Bioionic Goldpro Styling Wand is a great choice. This tool really stands out with its extra-low heat setting which is 170°F. This temperature, combined with its gold-coated ceramic material, provides the gentles possible session with absolutely no risk of hair damage. Not to forget its maximum heat of 450°F, which also is one of the highest numbers in the market, which makes this tool absolutely versatile. Once we mention versatility, we also can see that this tool comes with a 1” and 1.25” barrel diameter options and these numbers is the most common ones in the market because they fit all hair types and needs, creating the most wanted curl widths. It’s very lightweight and comfortable to hold, and its price is middle-range and quite affordable considering its material quality. Yet it lacks a couple of useful bits such as a built-in counter rest and a cool tip, which both are safety features to protect your surfaces and hands from heat.
Whether you’re seeking the best curling iron for fine hair or the best curling iron for long hair, rest assured, Bioionic Goldpro Styling Wand has you covered.
Below, we share our experiences with “Bioionic Goldpro Styling Wand”.
Shape
Bioionic Goldpro Styling Wand, as you can imagine, is a traditional curling wand. First of all, it leaves out the clamp that holds the hair. This is on purpose; to create looser waves which are more s shaped than spirals, which is not the case with a curling iron with a clamp. If you’re more into natural-looking results that looks like you just came out of bed, this shape is perfect for you. But it certainly is not the best tool is what you’re looking to achieve is uniform curls and Retro styles with a perfect finish. In that case, a spring curling iron with a clamp to hold your hair attached to the tool would do a much better job, which actually the same brand offers a perfect solution. Bioionic Goldpro Curling Iron is a perfect alternative for the ones with different styling needs. Spring irons are also much more beginner-friendly as they hold the hair attached and you don’t need to use your two hands to do the job, hence there’s much less risk of heat damage. But as wands aim for much more casual-looking results, the effort is also usually more casual and less challenging.
Size
When you’re aiming for the perfect-sized curling iron, you have to be specific about your styling needs, hair type, and length. There are two important numbers to consider in terms of size; barrel width and length.
While there are many sizes in the market to choose from when it comes to the barrel’s diameter, most brands at least offer the most versatile size of 1”. Bioionic Goldpro Curling Wand is a tool that chooses to stay right in the middle of the range with its 1” and 1.25” options, which both fit almost every hair type and need. The 1” one is better for armpit-length hair and shorter, and 1.25” is better for the strands which are longer than the armpit.
In case you have very short hair, let’s say chin length or shorter, Infinitipro By Conair Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Wand is perfect with its conic-shaped barrel that has a tip of 0.5”.
We also need to consider the barrel’s length, as well as its width. Bioionic Goldpro styling wand has an exceptionally long barrel with 6”. Longer barrels provide faster results on longer strands as they can cover a larger area at one go. But they’re a bit harder to handle. So, this is not the most compact tool and it’s something to think about in case you have short strands and want a compact curling iron.
Heat and Variable Settings
When it comes to heat range, Bioionic Goldpro Curling Wand is definitely a winner. Not only it has 15 different heat settings to choose from, but also both its maximum and minimum settings are the most extreme numbers that we measured, making this tool very versatile. This tool will fit your needs no matter if you have very thin or extremely thick strands.
When we look at its minimum temperature of 170°F, we can easily say that this is one of the gentlest tools in the market. This tool is definitely our favorite for fragile strands this year and it won’t cause any heat damage to your precious hair, no matter how often and how long you use it.
It’s maximum heat of 450°F is also the highest number on our list that will tame your strands no matter how unruly they are. This setting, combined with this tool’s long barrel, also provides very fast results on long and thick hair.
Material and Performance
Bioionic Goldpro Curling Wand, has a gold coated ceramic barrel. Ceramic material is known to provide a much gentler styling experience than titanium as it heats up much slower and it can spread its heat more even, as well as bringing shinier results. This tool proves to be the gentlest option on our list, already with its very low heat setting, and its ceramic material is just a cherry on top, making it very beginner-friendly as well. On top of these qualities, the gold coating brings the extra touch of gentleness as it this material can reach higher levels of heat without causing damage to your strands. One thing we don’t like about ceramic is that it’s not as durable as titanium, and may break and from cracks over time, and if you want a tool that heats up as fast as possible, titanium is a much preferable option. Putting everything together, we can say that this tool has good speed, not as good as a tool with titanium material though. If this is your priority, Babyliss Nano Titanium Curling Wand offers titanium barrel which is usually preferred by professionals.
This tool feels very solid and sturdy to hold, as well as having highly durable material. Compared to most Bioionic tool, it’s more affordable and its price vs performance is pretty high. In terms of performance, it’s a very satisfying option with a strong motor.
Features
Bioionic Goldpro Styling Wand comes with Ionic Technology, which in our opinion, is one of the most important features that a hot hair tool can offer. It eliminates frizz from the strands and it does it by emitting negative ions that break down the water molecules which helps evaporate quicker. So if you have frizzy hair and need a tool that helps you get rid of it, this one is a great option.
It comes with the usual 60-minute auto shut off technology and this feature makes it safe from any fire risk. This also puts your mind at east as it’s very easy to forget if you turned your tool off or not. Another important feature for fire safety is the safety stand that this tool comes with. It is very handy to have this attachment, but compared to most curling irons that comes with a built-in counterrest rather than a separate one, it’s a little bit less convenient. Some users report the tool falling off this stand and burning their counter and it’s something to watch out for and be mindful.
It comes with a smooth barrel that provides easier gliding which helps the “undone” look that you’re aiming for.
It has heat resistant gloves to protect your hands while styling, and you may need them as this wand doesn’t have a clamp to hold your hair in place.
There is a light indicator that remains blue until it reaches its desired temperature and turns green once it’s ready to use.
Finally, it has dual voltage which makes sure that you can use this tool anywhere in the world.
Ergonomics
Bioionic Goldpro Styling wand is a very lightweight tool with only 6.1 oz, much lighter than the average number of 8oz. This is always great news as these tools can get very frustrating to use if they’re heavy. This number allows you to use your tool for longer periods of time without arm fatigue, not to mention the fact that it’s much easier to travel with.
The diameter of its handle is 1.04, a relatively slim one. So, it’s better for smaller hands and maybe a bit less comfortable for the larger ones.
It has digital display as well as digital temperature control. This means that you have perfect control of the tool at all times. Now, this feature adds a lot to how ergonomic this tool is and makes it much more beginner-friendly.
One big downside of this tool is the fact that it doesn’t have a cool touch finger grip. This is the part of the curling iron at the tip that remains cold, allowing you to touch and hold while styling. It makes things much easier and the fact that this tool lacks one increases the risk of finger burns. We can’t really say that this tool is ergonomically designed without the cool tip. There are many curling wands on our list to consider that has a cool tip, especially if you’re beginner, such as Conair Double Ceramic Curling Wand.
This tool has a 9ft swivel cord which is the longest cord size on our list, and most probably in the market. This can make a big difference if your mirror is far from the plug. It doesn’t come with a velcro tape though, which helps keep the cord tidy while the tool is not being used.
Price & Warranty
Bioionic Goldpro Curling Wand may not be the most affordable tool in the market. But when we consider every aspect including its material quality, design and performance, its price of $99 seems to be a very fair one. In our opinion, it’s great value for money as it has the material quality of luxury tools and is more affordable than most of them. But if you’re on a budget and this price is out of your limits, there are many curling wands in the market that will satisfy your needs. Infinitipro Rosegold Curling Wand(16) may not have the durability of Bioionic, but brings very satisfying results with its titanium barrel. It also offers a heaping 5-year warranty, which Bioionic really fails to provide with only 1 year, much less than average.
Competition
The Bioionic Goldpro Curling Wand provides a gentle curling session with its ceramic barrel. If you have thick and unruly hair and want to speed up the process, you better prefer the Babylisspro Nano Titanium 1″ Curling Wand, which features a titanium barrel. Babyliss also offers a smaller 0.5″ barrel size, perfect for short hair.
If you’re on a budget and looking for a low-cost straight-barrel ceramic curling wand, we recommend checking out Conair Double Ceramic Straight Curling Wand or Remington Shine Therapy Straight Curling Wand.
