I finally reviewed Amazons viral rotating curling iron Is it worth the hype?

I’ve tested enough hair tools to know that viral doesn’t always mean better.As someone who covers beauty trends week after week, I’ve tested my fair share of beauty tools — from blow dryers and flat irons to curling irons from brands like TYMO.So when the TYMO CurlPro Plus Automatic Rotating Curling Iron started taking over Amazon and my social feeds, I wanted to find out what the fuss was about.The first thing I noticed is that this isn’t your typical curling iron.

Instead of manually wrapping your hair around a barrel, the rotating design does most of the work for you.There was definitely a slight learning curve because I’m so used to working with a traditional barrel, and my instincts kept telling me to wrap each section myself.

After a few passes, though, it clicked.Once you’re going, the results are impressive.The rotating barrel creates a true curl that looks more defined than the loose waves I often get when I’m rushing with a standard curling iron.

Each section came out consistently curled with very little effort, and I found myself spending less time fixing uneven pieces.I also liked how much easier it made styling the back of my head.Since the barrel rotates automatically, I wasn’t constantly twisting my wrist or trying to find the right angle.

It felt more approachable than a traditional curling iron once I got comfortable with the technique.That said, it wasn’t perfect.I didn’t think it was the absolute best tool for smoothing frizz, especially around the crown and hairline.

But because the curls had such a polished shape and held so well throughout the day, it wasn’t a dealbreaker.I could simply tame the top with a finishing spray and a comb, and my hair looked more put-together in seconds.The CurlPro Plus also heated up quickly and maintained consistent heat while I styled.

My curls lasted for hours, and even after they relaxed, they softened into pretty, natural-looking waves instead of falling flat.That’s something I ...