Barbar Artist Spring 3-in-1 Tourmaline Curling Iron

I am not an expert on curling irons, though I have owned a few different types, but to the best of my knowledge this is a very well built and designed set. I have very fine blonde hair, and have not been able to achieve the very popular soft wavy S-curl look with my hair thus far, until I bought this. My technique has not changed, but what I have found is that it was the 1 1/2" barrel that is imperative to achieve the look. I love this iron and would recommend it to anyone. This iron has many pros. They are: * 3 barrel sizes in 1 set (1", 1 1/4", 1 1/2") * Heats up quickly * Tourmaline barrel is meant to be much less damaging on the hair (I can't tell a difference so far, but it makes sense) * The black tip is large enough to grab onto and stays completely cool to the touch * Digital display tells you exactly what temperature it is (backlight changes from red to blue when the desired temp. is achieved) * Many heat settings available: 120-199 degrees (I can get away with a very low setting and with only mousse, curls hold well) * Optional Key Lock feature, which locks the buttons so you don't accidentally turn it off while working with it (very very handy and absolutely necessary) * Clamps do not create crease marks, no matter where you place hair on the barrels * Automatic shut-off/sleep mode, so it's never left on by accident (personally I set it to the max. 60 min., so it doesn't shut off before I'm ready to start using it) * You can change barrel sizes anytime, even while it's hot (though I have not tried it yet) Cons: * Largest barrel is very heavy and can get tiresome to hold (the smaller barrels are much lighter and feel an average weight) * Barrel clamps are a bit tight/stiff (2/3 are on my set, anyway). Maybe it will loosen up over time and be a little easier on the fingers * Although it comes with a nifty travel case which fits all parts, it doesn't cool down quickly, so I'm not sure about unplugging and packing it to go (maybe that's with all irons though) All in all, a great product and highly recommended!

• How did the image on site compare with the actual product? As represented
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Barrel sizes listed on Overstock are inaccurate. Box says: 1", 1 1/4", 1 1/2"
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Excellent

My hairdresser recommended that I get a tourmaline curling iron to decrease the frizzing and damage to my hair. After researching the available ones, I decided to get the Barbar Artist 3 in 1. I was fortunate enough to find it at Overstock.com. This curling iron turned out to be everything it claimed to be! My hair is softer, shinier and is more manageable. No more frizzing or brittle look! My hair keeps its style into the next morning! Getting 3 sizes of wands for the price of one is an additional bonus!

Best ever. Never used curling irons too much. This is soft on the hair, curls and flips come out looking stellar and soft and doesn't seem to burn. Great technology, nifty 3-tool-design.

Highly recommend. Does everything. Easy to change barrels even when hot. Best curling iron EVER.