Helen Of Troy Hot Tools 1-1/2" Big Bumper Iron with Heat Control

by Hot Tools

Product Features

• Patented Pulse Technology with Instant Heat-Up.
• Heavy-Duty, Long Life Element.
• Variable Temperature Settings.
• Super Heavy-Duty Round Cord for Longer Life, Reduced Kinking and Tangling.
• Ideal for all hair types.

Product Description

Soft-Grip Handle.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0001MROQA
• UPC: 787290110274
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,841 in Beauty (See Top 100 in Beauty)
  • #65 in Beauty > Hair Care > Styling Tools > Irons > Curling Irons

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for curly heads that want to go straight, October 19, 2007

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Kay Marshall (Hamilton, AL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Helen Of Troy Hot Tools 1-1/2" Big Bumper Iron with Heat Control (Misc.)

I love this iron, but have used it for years with some irritation. Let me explain.

Yes, I love this curling iron as it does a great job straightening and smoothing the riotous red curls I fight after every shampoo. The iron is easy to use, it's not unattractive as such items go, and it has a wide-range of settings.

The issue I've had with it has been in the spring mechanism that will wear down rendering the iron unable to open or close properly.
Also, I had previously only found this iron at Sally's Beauty Supply for $80. Ouch. So the issue with the spring and the need to replace the iron was irritating. Sally's took back a couple of the irons after the springs wore out after only three months. But the last iron I have used (and which I was replacing this time) lasted for almost two years before giving out completely.

In looking to replace my iron I found that Amazon offered it at a great price from an affiliate. I couldn't believe how much cheaper this same iron was here. I was so happy with the price that I decided to buy the iron again and then be able to cheaply replace it when the spring on the new iron gave out.
What a nice surprise I had when finding TWO replacement springs included in the box. Apparently the manufacturer is aware of the problem. There is also an order form for replacement springs for $2.50 + shipping. With the two springs included in with my new iron I was able to repair my old iron to keep in our RV, and have the new one - with an extra spring at the ready - in my home.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great item!, June 13, 2008

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Plano Gal (Plano, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Helen Of Troy Hot Tools 1-1/2" Big Bumper Iron with Heat Control (Misc.)

This iron heats quickly and does a great job smoothing. Mine let's you set your own heat settings and the higher settings are indeed very hot, good for curly hair.

I now have the hot tools irons in all sizes. I first bought the 1" and loved it and have slowly added to my collection, so that I can get different looks. I have naturally tight curls, that are unruly. I use the 1 1/2" when I want an almost straight look, but want the sides to go back a bit, and the back to have some really big loose curls / waves. I use the 1 1/4 inch to get the Jessica Simpson / Daisy Duke look. I use the 1" for medium size loose curls (Easy to shake out), and the smaller size for tight curls or corkscrew curls.

I find the 1 1/2" to be faster than using a straightener, and can get an almost straight look with it but add a bit of large curls if that is what I am going for. I use the 1 1/4" the most (more on a daily basis). It is good for Medium to long hair. Note: the two inch, for me, is very uncomfortable and awkward to use. I have burnt my ear twice, and the curls almost always fall out. That is the only one I regret buying.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love my purchase, March 9, 2010

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Maria Daniels "Ria" (USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Helen Of Troy Hot Tools 1-1/2" Big Bumper Iron with Heat Control (Misc.)

I bought this curling iron because I read Kim Kardashian uses on her hair and I love her hair plus I saw so many hair tutorials on utube of females that used it and their hair came out good as well. I love this curling iron cause I have naturally curly very long hair and when I straighten my hair and try to curl it with a regular curling iron the curls won't take in my hair or they won't stay but with the Hot tools 1.5 I get nice curls that actually stay in my hair. Also the fact that I can control the settings is a plus!! The price on here was great cause at a hair store by my house they want like $60 - $90 depending on which size you buy!!!