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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Daily Record
'I tried ghd's new curling wand - here's how to get perfect waves in 15 minutes'
We put the Conical Wand to the test to see if it delivers on the promise of relaxed, natural-looking curls ghd is a well-known name in the beauty industry, having provided salon-quality results at home for over 20 years and securing a permanent place in the routines of both professionals and beauty enthusiasts. So, when the brand announced a new product launch, I was all ears. The ghd Chronos Curve range is the latest innovation, following the recent release of the Chronos Straighteners, which have been a mainstay in my routine since I got them last year. The four new styling tools - two wands and two tongs - are each designed to achieve different curl objectives. They're all priced at £189, which aligns with GHD's premium pricing; however, if you're familiar with the brand, you know the tools often live up to the hype. I had the opportunity to try one of the curlers before the launch, and choosing which one to test was no easy feat. The Max Wand was tempting, especially with its large barrel designed for longer hair and loose curls, while the Classic Tong promised polished, defined waves. Meanwhile, the Grand Tong looked like it could deliver the kind of voluminous ringlets that bounce with every step. However, I chose the Conical Wand, the most versatile of the four, which is designed to create more relaxed, natural curls, according to The Mirror. Let's see how it performed below. My honest review of ghd's Conical Wand I'm typically more inclined to use a straightener for curling, so using a dedicated wand was a slight departure for me. The tool, at first glance, has the same sleek, lightweight fee l as other ghd devices, with a straightforward on/off switch and a minimal design that wouldn't look out of place in a professional salon. Shop the range £189 ghd Buy Now on ghd Product Description The lack of adjustable heat settings may be a disappointment for those who prefer to fine-tune the temperature according to the style or section they're working on. However, as any ghd aficionado will tell you, all their tools operate at a steady 185 °C, which the brand touts as the 'optimum styling temperature' - and to be fair, it worked a treat on my fine-to-medium hair. However, if you prefer tongs with adjustable settings, Babyliss' Rose Quartz 25mm Curling Tong (£38, Boots) has six temperature settings, ranging from 160°C to 210°C. Otherwise, the TRESemmé Large Ceramic Curling Tong (£27, Argos) features three settings and a maximum temperature of 200°C. With the Conical Wand, it took me a few attempts to master the technique - wrapping sections around the barrel rather than clamping, as I'm accustomed to. But once I got the hang of it, I was off to the races. I did manage to burn my thumb at one point, only to discover that heat-proof gloves were included in the box (silly me!). I divided my hair into sections and wrapped each strand for about five seconds. Once brushed out, the result was a soft, natural-looking curl that didn't feel overly 'done'. It took me a mere 10 to 15 minutes to style my entire head, which is quite efficient by my standards. The wand was a doddle to use and light enough that my arms weren't throbbing halfway through. It comes with a swivel cord as well, meaning I could style without feeling like I was having a tug-of-war with the wire. A cool tip also proved handy in holding the wand steady without scorching my fingers (ignoring my initial blunder). My only issue is I struggled a bit with my shorter layers, especially my curtain bangs, which didn't take to the wand quite as well as the rest of my hair. As you can see in the picture above, the curl isn't quite as defined at the front. It's nothing a little styling cream can't fix, but it's worth keeping in mind if you have a fringe or shorter face-framing strands. That moan aside, the wand did exactly what I hoped for, without the need for excessive heat or endless styling time. The curls also held remarkably well without much hairspray - slightly softer but still present - and my hair looked soft and glossy throughout the evening. Although I'm still likely to grab my straighteners if I fancy curling my tresses, the wand gave a much more even, rounded shape with far less trial and error. For those keen to achieve volume, definition, and curls, the entire Chronos Curve range is available to shop here.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Hair straighteners that give ‘beautiful shine' slashed from £70 to £22 – and shoppers say they hold up against GHD
B0OTS shoppers have been racing to pick up a pair of hair straighteners that have been slashed from £70 to £22. The impressive £48 saving is part of the retailer's summer sale, that's seeing price drops by up to 50% for a limited time. Remington Shea Soft Hair Straightener, £21.99 (was £69.99) BUY HERE The huge discount means shoppers can get the popular styler for better than half-price. Boots has slashed prices off everything from skincare to make-up in its summer sale, which is running for a limited time. The Remington Shea Soft Straightener features ceramic plates coated with Shea oil, designed to add shine and leave the hair feeling silky smooth. It has five temperature settings ranging from 150°c to 230°c, with an ultra-fast heat-up time of 15 seconds. The beauty tech tool also features a Turbo Boost Function that gives an extra burst of heat to round off every style. The Remington straightener comes with a protective drawstring case for protection while travelling. It's racked up impressive ratings on the Boots website, with several shoppers stating that it holds up in comparison to the must-loved GHD straightener. One reviewer wrote: "Absolutely thrilled with this purchase, so easy to use and leaves me normally dry and brittle hair feeling and looking very silky and straight- for the price, they are unbeatable." 1 Another added: "Bought these to replace an old set of GHDs, I was a bit suspicious of the price but decided to give them a go. My hair is very thick and curly so I usually straighten it the night before to avoid unnecessary kinks, but these have been truly amazing and I don't say that lightly. They take a little longer to heat up at the max temperature, but when they do, they straighten my hair perfectly. So much so, I can now wash and straighten my hair and go out without fear of kinks - the best £20 I've spent in a long time." If you're in the market for an new pair of straighteners and don't know where to start, you can read our tried-and-tested roundup of the best hair straighteners. We put straighteners from GHD, Dyson and Remington to the test to see how they held up on various hair types, including thick, fine and damaged hair. For those wanting to achieve the bouncy blow-out look at home, you can read our Dyson Airwrap I.D review for our honest thoughts on whether it's worth the money. Haircare products can completely transform damaged locks, and there's a long list of bonding treatments at all price points that can be used to improve your hair health.
Globe and Mail
21-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
GHD Announces Appointment to Americas Leadership Team
HARRISBURG, Pa., July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GHD today announced the appointment of Danielle Huffman as People Leader for GHD Americas and USA. Huffman brings extensive experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry. 'Danielle brings a combination of strategic vision, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to people-first leadership,' said Chris Hunter, GHD CEO – Americas. 'Her experience leading large-scale HR transformations and her collaborative approach make her the ideal leader to guide our People function through the next phase of growth.' Huffman – who held several roles at WSP USA for nearly 12 years, most recently as Senior Vice President of HR – will be serving as People Leader for 4,500 professionals in over 130 offices in the U.S., Canada and Chile. Her appointment is part of GHD's commitment to building strong, future-ready leadership to support its continued growth across the Americas. 'We're excited to welcome her to GHD and confident she will make a lasting impact in the Americas and across the Enterprise,' added Hunter. About GHD GHD is a leading professional services company operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Committed to a vision to make water, energy, and communities sustainable for generations to come, GHD delivers advisory, digital, engineering, architecture, environmental and construction solutions to public and private sector clients. Established in 1928 and privately owned by its people, GHD's network of 11,000+ professionals are connected across 160 offices located on five continents. GHD in the Americas GHD has long-standing client relationships, a significant project and economic footprint in the Americas and represents 40 percent of GHD's global workforce with nearly 4,500 professionals in over 130 offices in the U.S., Canada and Chile. In 2024, our Canadian business was named one of Canada's Top 100 employers and ranks #6 in international design firms operating in Canada according to Engineering News-Record' s 2024 annual survey of key market segments. GHD's U.S. operations were named as a 2023 Best Places to Work for disability inclusion by Disability:IN. Please click here to find a local office.
Hamilton Spectator
21-07-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
GHD Announces Appointment to Americas Leadership Team
HARRISBURG, Pa., July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GHD today announced the appointment of Danielle Huffman as People Leader for GHD Americas and USA. Huffman brings extensive experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry. 'Danielle brings a combination of strategic vision, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to people-first leadership,' said Chris Hunter, GHD CEO – Americas. 'Her experience leading large-scale HR transformations and her collaborative approach make her the ideal leader to guide our People function through the next phase of growth.' Huffman – who held several roles at WSP USA for nearly 12 years, most recently as Senior Vice President of HR – will be serving as People Leader for 4,500 professionals in over 130 offices in the U.S., Canada and Chile. Her appointment is part of GHD's commitment to building strong, future-ready leadership to support its continued growth across the Americas. 'We're excited to welcome her to GHD and confident she will make a lasting impact in the Americas and across the Enterprise,' added Hunter. About GHD GHD is a leading professional services company operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Committed to a vision to make water, energy, and communities sustainable for generations to come, GHD delivers advisory, digital, engineering, architecture, environmental and construction solutions to public and private sector clients. Established in 1928 and privately owned by its people, GHD's network of 11,000+ professionals are connected across 160 offices located on five continents. GHD in the Americas GHD has long-standing client relationships, a significant project and economic footprint in the Americas and represents 40 percent of GHD's global workforce with nearly 4,500 professionals in over 130 offices in the U.S., Canada and Chile. In 2024, our Canadian business was named one of Canada's Top 100 employers and ranks #6 in international design firms operating in Canada according to Engineering News-Record' s 2024 annual survey of key market segments. GHD's U.S. operations were named as a 2023 Best Places to Work for disability inclusion by Disability:IN. Please click here to find a local office. Media Contacts
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
GHD Announces Appointment to Americas Leadership Team
HARRISBURG, Pa., July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GHD today announced the appointment of Danielle Huffman as People Leader for GHD Americas and USA. Huffman brings extensive experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry. 'Danielle brings a combination of strategic vision, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to people-first leadership,' said Chris Hunter, GHD CEO – Americas. 'Her experience leading large-scale HR transformations and her collaborative approach make her the ideal leader to guide our People function through the next phase of growth.' Huffman – who held several roles at WSP USA for nearly 12 years, most recently as Senior Vice President of HR – will be serving as People Leader for 4,500 professionals in over 130 offices in the U.S., Canada and Chile. Her appointment is part of GHD's commitment to building strong, future-ready leadership to support its continued growth across the Americas. 'We're excited to welcome her to GHD and confident she will make a lasting impact in the Americas and across the Enterprise,' added Hunter. About GHDGHD is a leading professional services company operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Committed to a vision to make water, energy, and communities sustainable for generations to come, GHD delivers advisory, digital, engineering, architecture, environmental and construction solutions to public and private sector clients. Established in 1928 and privately owned by its people, GHD's network of 11,000+ professionals are connected across 160 offices located on five continents. GHD in the AmericasGHD has long-standing client relationships, a significant project and economic footprint in the Americas and represents 40 percent of GHD's global workforce with nearly 4,500 professionals in over 130 offices in the U.S., Canada and Chile. In 2024, our Canadian business was named one of Canada's Top 100 employers and ranks #6 in international design firms operating in Canada according to Engineering News-Record's 2024 annual survey of key market segments. GHD's U.S. operations were named as a 2023 Best Places to Work for disability inclusion by Disability:IN. Please click here to find a local office. Media Contacts Melissa SullivanGHD+1-281-657-0818 Rose-Marie MénardPilot PMR+ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
