Caruso C97958 ION Steam Hairsetter

by Caruso

• Includes 30 molecular foam rollers - 6 petite, 6 small, 6 medium, 6 large, and 6 jumbo.
• The unit will have a clicking sound to signify the ion feature is engaged.
• Delivers 3 times the steam of regular steam setters.
• Patented steam hair setting system that operates only at 120V,60Hz voltage
• A carrying case and styling guide are included!
• Great for all types of hair

Product Description

The Caruso Professional ION Steam Hairsetter model #C97958 creates shine and volume without static or frizz. The new anti-static, anti-frizz Caruso Professional ION Steam Hairsetter uses negative ions to produce up to three times the amount of steam of ordinary hairsetters. Ions create strong, long-lasting and luxurious curls. Help condition, soften and make hair shinier while adding volume and reducing frizz. The large and jumbo rollers in this product share the exact same size plastic roller shield. The difference is the Jumbo roller will have a thicker foam around the roller than the large size. This is why the Rollers say Large/Jumbo”. You will receive 12 rollers that will say Large/Jumbo. You will need to look at foam thickness to differentiate between the 6 Large and 6 Jumbo.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 12 x 6 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002JKPA4
• UPC: 097954979582
• Item model number: C97958
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (257 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,484 in Beauty (See Top 100 in Beauty)
  • #16 in Beauty > Hair Care > Styling Tools > Hair Rollers

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

233 of 234 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent product June 16, 2005

By C. McCloud

Amazon Verified Purchase

In response to the user that said it took her five minutes to heat each roller, she must be unfamiliar with how the steam setter works. I have been using Caruso steam setters for over ten years now. If you leave the roller on for longer than 15 SECONDS then it is too long. Perhaps the unlearned user doesn't realize that the roller doesn't need to HEAT, but is instead powered by steam. I would recommend this product because it is an improvement on the past steam setters (I started out with the setter that required you to put salt in the water).

Also, I would like to say this, these rollers make the PRETTIEST spiral curls I have ever seen. Every time I style my hair with them, I receive compliments. Further, the sets can last for days.

Of note, I am an african american woman with a relaxer, so this is a product that can be used on all hair types.

115 of 115 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars still the best! March 16, 2006

By Deee Lovely VINE™ VOICE

I've also used caruso since the "salt" days, I still have my old salt travel steamer (it still works), but I bought the new ion one because it was actually cheaper to get the set than to replace all of the old curlers. The curls do indeed last for days, and i've seen no difference between this ion and the old salt version, as far as curls go. Yes, the ion setting is loud and makes an annoying noise, but you don't have to use the ion setting. A couple of tips, if your curls don't last for days, or "fall" after an hour or so, it is probably that you have hard water. This happened to me when we moved into a new home and was quickly (but not cheaply) resolved by getting a water softner. Also, if you use distilled water in the steamer, you won't get mineral build up and the product will last longer. love it!

128 of 131 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Caruso May 8, 2005

By lindie L. Adamus

Remember the paradigm shift you had to make when you first got your microwave?

If you tried to cook like you did on the stove or oven the results were disastrous!

Well, the same is true with the Caruso and conventional hot curlers.

1. The C. does not heat up, it holds a small amount of steam that takes no more than 30 seconds to fill the chamber.

2. If the sponge gets wet, you have waited too long and have to wait for it dry out.

3. The curlers are dry when you crank those locks and your hair never gets wet.

4. Your curl should be set after just a couple of minutes so if you run out of curlers by the time to get the nape of the neck,

remove the ones you first set and reuse them.

5. The unit itself does not heat up exactly, as soon as you have steam you are ready to go - mine take about 2-3 minutes.

50 of 56 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars falling out of love September 28, 2005

By sacme

Amazon Verified Purchase

[update: After a few months, the steamer worked as well as previous versions, so I would give it 4 stars instead. The problem was I was still using rollers from past steamer purchases. They were still in good condition, so I decided to use them up and then move on to the new rollers. But I didn't get a good curl using the older rollers, so I gave a disappointed review. The new rollers, though, are different (thicker maybe) and when I used them with the new steamer everything worked normally. I wish it had said somewhere that performance would be effected using the old with the new. But now I have to get more new rollers to work with the machine.]

I, too, have been using the steamer since the salt version -- and I think the original was the best model. It gave a better, stronger flow of steam and the steamer lasted longer than all the later models I've bought. I didn't mind having to add salt and I wish the company offered both the no-salt and salt models.
This is probably my 5th Caruso steamer-- I use them until they die. It has been a fantastic curler and a better, hair-healthy alternative to rollers and curling irons. It's been quick and easy to use and creates a strong, lasting curl. I've been recommending it for years.
This newest version seemed interesting: new shape, an "ion" feature and having an "off" button for the first time. Two small gripes: 1)When using the "ion" steam it makes a fairly loud ticking noise-- can't use when others in the household are still asleep. 2)I can barely see the water line mark on the inside of the reservoir. Big gripe: whether I use the ion or regular steam, neither gives the quick, strong curl that lasts all day.... This time when I take off the roller, the curl is limp, still damp and it doesn't hold very long-- and I've gotten this result even when I've left the roller in for half an hour.
I think something important has been lost in it's sale to a bigger company and technological "improvements." I'll still use the steamer until it dies, but my devout loyalty to this product will end with this version. (sigh) :( Read more ›

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good product, sketchy service February 2, 2008

By A. Lowman

Amazon Verified Purchase

I have been using the steam hairsetter for two weeks now and really like it. I have gotten numerous compliments on my new curly look (from guys and girls alike), and it's much safer for my hair than using a curling iron--plus it lasts longer.

I am African American with relaxed hair that just skims the top of my shoulders. I've discovered that an all-over set with medium-sized rollers works well for me. I use one of those headbands with the teeth and a clasp in the back to pull my hair off my face.

Many reviewers have indicated the sets last for days. Unfortunately, I don't sleep well on such hairstyles, so I have to do it over everyday. However, with a bit of practice, I have been able to set my hair, blow dry it, and remove the rollers in about 25 minutes.

RECOMMENDATION: Order a couple extra sets of rollers at the same time you purchase the steamer because it doesn't come with enough to set your hair with all one size. Depending on how curly you want your hair to be, I recommend getting at least two more sets (6 each) of the medium or large rollers (Caruso Professional Caruso Extra rollers medium (674902) or Caruso Professional Caruso Extra rollers large (674903)). Plus, I use the wave clips instead of the roller clips that come with the steamer (wave clips are usually silver, and I found a set of 12 on the hair and beauty aisle at my local grocery store). The roller clips leave creases, whereas the wave clips don't and allow the hair to dry faster.

RECOMMENDATION: When setting the hair, try using a little moisturizer or shine gel on the ends.... My hair usually doesn't frizz, but after using the steam rollers, the ends frizzed a little; I assume it was because of the steam. Rubbing a little bit of shine gel on the ends before rolling my hair solved the problem.

My only criticism: you can only enjoy this product if you actually get it in working order! The first time I ordered it, the post that holds the roller in place on the steam unit was broken off. Plus, the steam unit wasn't functioning properly. To Amazon's credit, they overnighted a replacement at no further cost to me. Unfortunately, the post on THAT one was broken too! Plus, neither one had the right mix of rollers in them! It says it comes with 6 each of petite, small, medium, large, and jumbo rollers, but neither package contained any large rollers at all. VERY irritating! Thankfully, the roller post isn't an absolute necessity; you just have to be a little more deliberate about placing the roller directly over the steam.

If not for these issues, I would've given it an overall rating of 5. Read more ›