Customer Reviews

Caruso C97953 SalonPro 30 Molecular Steam Hairsetter with 30 Rollers

5 star:		(198)
4 star:		(47)
3 star:		(29)
2 star:		(16)
1 star:		(34)

 

 

I was suspicious when I found this product for $30 at a beauty supply place. That seemed kind of low for 30 heated rollers. I got even more suspicious when I found out that they were "just" sponge rollers and had to be "heated" one at a time.

I gave it a try anyway, since I haven't had much luck with conventional dry hot rollers. This unit shoots hot steam through each roller, which takes only a few seconds apiece, so you heat them as you go. You can also steam-heat the clips (they call them "shields") so the hair on the roller gets heated from both sides. Then you can just let them cool off on their own, or help them along with a hair dryer.

I still had my doubts about this product since the rollers, when steamed, didn't seem very hot (compared to regular dry hot rollers). But the sponge rollers grabbed my hair well and the "shields" kept them from unwinding or falling out, which was already a big plus over other hot rollers.

To my surprise, the curls really did take. In fact, they were curlier than I had intended. It may take some practice to get the results I need, but it looks very promising.

Some of the rollers looked squashed when I took them out, because I had wound the hair around them so tightly (habit). I was afraid I had ruined them. I put them back on the steaming unit, and they returned to normal within seconds!

The curls were still there when I woke up this morning. That was a real shock. I have ultra-straight, ultra-fine hair. I have trouble getting even the best hot rollers to stay in, if I can get my hair to roll around them in the first place. The resulting "curls" are but a distant memory by the end of the day. But not these curls. I slept on them, and didn't even spray them, and they were still there the next day. I was sad that I had to wash them out (I wasn't very careful putting them in last night since I was just testing them, so I didn't have any sort of presentable hairstyle).

This unit should travel well, since the steaming unit is small, a little bigger than a memo cube. It comes with five different sizes of rollers, and there's a mail-order form where you can get more rollers in any size if you need them - they're pretty cheap.

I bought this after reading all (well mostly) positive reviews. I always loved the way my hair looked when it was curled, but if I used a curling iron or hot rollers, my hair would uncurl in a few minutes. This is the only product I can use to curl my hair. There are a few tricks and tips I would tell people.

1. Make sure your hair is completely dry before you roll them.
2. Don't leave the curler on the steaming unit too long.
3. Steam the sheild before putting it in place
4. After you wait the 10 minutes for the curl to set, take the time and blow dry the curls on the cool heat setting. This sets the curl and can make it last for days longer.
5. If possible, use distilled water.
6. If you have read any other reviews, I'm sure you've heard about the unit dying after a few months. Actucally, the machine just needs to be cleaned!!!! Minerals in tap water build up and cause blockages on the inside, all you have to do is mix 1 tablespoon of vinger and full with water to the line. Plug in the steamer and wait 5-10 minutes, you should start to see steam. Let this run til it is not getting anymore water and your steamer with be just like new.

This is absolutely the best curling product out there!

Okay, first I am an African-American and I love my new rollers!! I recently retired my hot curlers and have moved on to bigger and better things. I'm a licensed Cosmetologist and I recommend this product to my clients who like to curl their hair on a daily basis. My hair is sooooo soft, manageable, shiny, and did I mention bouncy. Goodness I sound like an infomercial I'm so excited. Get a set and try them for yourself.

Like some other reviewers, I really miss the original Caruso units that required salt. I guess I wasn't the only one who was nearly electrocuted on the metal prong several times. That didn't stop me from using it until it croaked though. The original set truly made curls that would last for days. This new set is somewhat disappointing. It's better than the Revlon steam rollers, but I'm still not completely satisfied with the product. My curls only last for a day. Since I have long hair and only wash my hair every few days, I need more lasting curls. Some people have complained that the curlers start to deteriorate. I believe that is caused from using the curlers after applying gel or hairspray or other hair products. These curlers should be used only on freshly washed hair. The only other complaint I have is that it the size of the curler is embossed in hard to read print and is on the opposite side of the curler than it should be. Since the curlers will logically be placed with with the marked size down, it is hard to tell which size is which. I usually group them in sizes, so I don't have to think about it. The jumbo and large sizes look the same from the bottom and so do the small and extra small. Overall, the curlers work as well as regular hot rollers, but they are much less damaging. They do take more time to use though, since it is necessary to heat one roller at a time. I probably would have given them 5 stars if I hadn't used the original Carusal rollers.

This is the ONLY product that will give my straight hair curls or waves. Just add water to the steamer unit, plug in, pop a roller on unit. As you are sectioning off the next hair, the roller steams, roll your dry hair, pass the roller cover cap over the steamer and cover the roller. Pop on the next roller, section, roll, pass cap over the steam, cover. Continue until all hair is rolled. By the time I put on a bit of makeup, the curlers are all cooled and ready to unwind. Brush teeth, lightly brush hair or finger comb, mist of spray. Good to go. Hair, makeup, teeth 15 min max. Curls, waves last ALL DAY! If I want tighter curls, I use smaller rollers, or I may use a warm blow dryer on the rolled curlers for a minute, then use cool air to "set" the curl. What I really appreciate is the "lift" and volume at the roots of the hair these curlers give. Every other heat set method left my hair flat at the roots with a bit of curl at the ends that slid out within 15 min. I can use my steam rollers every morning without damage to my hair. I can go a couple days without setting if I use a bit of spray to hold. You'll be amazed and so pleased with this product!

Allow me to preface this by saying that I usually do not review anything unless I feel VERY strongly about the product, whether it be positive or negative. I have long, very straight hair and I've tried just about every single hairsetter and curling mechanism in existence. With normal heat rollers, I start the day with curls but end up with a ratty hairsprayed mess. Caruso's steam hairsetter is arguably the most amazing hair tool that I have EVER used! I was certainly skeptical when I purchased it, but it heats immediately and takes hardly any time at all to use. It is also extremely compact and easy to travel with! The best part- the curls and volume stay ALL DAY!! I'm so glad I took the chance on Caruso and I will never roll my hair with regular heat rollers again. A quick tip to try that I've found for girls with long hair: put the largest rollers on the top and the smaller rollers underneath- it gives even more volume that way. I highly recommend these to anyone with any length/texture hair.

I'm sold! I love these things! I've never used hair rollers before, but I was looking for a new way to style my hair. I've considered hot rollers for several months, but was always nervous that I wouldn't be able to use them correctly. I searched on Amazon for several months for the appropraite rollers for my skill level and hair type. I came across these Caruso rollers and read several of the reviews. The idea that these are steam rollers was very appealing to me, as I've done enough damage to my hair with constant coloring and highlighting through the years.

I tried these rollers out at night (just to make sure I could use them correctly - and hopefully reverse any big mistakes I would make before going out for the day the next morning)...They were actually very easy to put in (and that's something for a first time hair roller girl)! My hair turned out beautifully and I was super excited about the results!

The next morning, I woke up and my hair looked even better! I barely had to do anything to my hair for the day, and the body and curls stayed all day.

I'm very satisfied with my purchase. I could have spent much more on another set and would have completely given up on the idea of hot rollers. Wonderful product! Recommend completely! 5 stars!

I have long hair. It measures more than five feet and is very fine and arrow straight. I have been using Caruso since 1994 with no damage to my hair - not even on the ends. I have read some of the reviews by people who did not have luck using Caruso and have added some tips which may help those with difficult to curl hair like mine.

When you shampoo your hair, be sure to use a good quality curl enhancing shampoo that is formulated specifically to encourage curl and don't use a conditioner that makes your hair incredibly soft. A light conditioner or even better, a good bodifying conditioner are your best choices.

Mist your hair lightly with a really good flexible hair spray before you roll your curls. I mist the section I am curling while the curler is heating on the unit, and then I use a natural boar bristle brush to air dry and smooth the hair before curling. Don't forget that it is absolutely imperative that your hair be completely dry before you roll it.

If you need your set to last for many hours, make your curls somewhat tighter than you want them to be and heat the clamp that holds the curler as well. The less hair in each curler, the curlier the results so for a full head of curls which can create an explosion of bouncing curls, use as many curlers as you can possibly fit onto your head.

For spirals which gives consistent curl from top to bottom start at the roots and wrap your hair around the roller until you reach the ends then clamp. The best thing about spiral curls is that the resulting curl is consistent from top to bottom, something that cannot be achieved when long hair is wrapped on a curler and the curler becomes thicker as you continue to wrap more hair around it - plus the hot roller is in direct contact with the oldest and most fragile portion of your hair.

Before you unroll your curls give it a thorough shot of COLD air from either your bonnet dryer or a blow dryer. I use a regular tabletop fan on the highest setting (which is kept in the bathroom); the extra cool air circulation helps to set the curl. Then with the fan on the lowest setting, I carefully unroll the curler and immediately re-roll the curl with fingers and clip it to my head to hold in place until I have all the curlers removed.

The look you want determines what to do next. For a head full of spiral curls, use your fingers to gently divide each curl into separate spirals. For a head full of gorgeous messy curls, bend over at your waist and finger comb your hair until you have the look and fullness you want. For old-time Hollywood glamour, gently brush your curls with a boar bristle brush until you achieve that Veronica Lake look.

Once you have your hair styled the way you want it, resist the urge to keep playing with it and give it the final shot of spray. The more you mess with it, the more your curls will loosen. Also, don't use a hard set super hold spray or your hair will move like it's all one piece.

Then just be careful of crushing your curls under coats or against car seats, or in my case - sitting on it.

In my opinion Caruso is the safest heated curling solution on the market which gives consistant and quick results.

I had a Caruso steam hairsetter for probably over 15 years before the electrical cord developed a break and sparks flew. I was sad. Other hot rollers were heavy, fell out, left marks and fried my hair. So I bought this one. It is working, but no matter what level the water is at it sputters water out the top along with steam and at times gets the rollers too wet. I still use it, but I suspect the quality is not the same and don't know if it will last. Tips: Besides using purified water I also recommend buying some cheap small aligator clips from the dollar store to hold them on instead of the ones they give you. Theirs leave a crease.

I absolutely LOVE these rollers!

I have very long, thick hair and have always had issues curling my hair and having the curls last more than 30 minutes! I would spend an hour trying to curling my hair, only to have the curls go straight shortly after.

The day I got them, I immediately had to try them out. I rolled a few rollers in my hair and let it set for 15-20 minutes. When I took the first roller out, I was completely amazed! My hair had a super-curl-bounce!

They're so easy to use & it only takes me about 20 minutes to roll all of my hair up. While I let them set, I can do my makeup and other things.

These rollers are the best thing I have ever used on my hair for curls. I was so skeptical about them, but I wish I had bought these sooner!