And Now, the 7 Best Hair Wavers for Enviably Beachy Lengths

Key specifications: Three 32mm barrels, optimal heat of 185°C, safety stand, cool tip, swivel cord and auto shut off after 60 minutes of no use.

Best for: Effortless-looking waves

Why they're the best: When it comes to hair tools, you really can't go wrong with GHD—particularly GHD hair straighteners. But when we heard that the brand was launching a brand new hair waver, we knew it would be just as good as GHD's straightening tools. With three 32mm barrels, this is the perfect waver to create that classic, beachy look. Not only does this tool work to style the hair, but it also encourages shine and helps to defend against flyaways.

Editor review: "This is, hands down, one of the best hair wavers I have ever used. Thanks to the larger size, I can do my hair in less than 10 minutes, and considering how thick it is, this is very impressive. The tool gives me those effortless-looking, beachy waves that I have been desperate to achieve this summer, and since testing it out, I've received so many compliments on my hair. If a relaxed, laid-back finish is what you're after, you need to give this a go," says junior beauty editor, Grace Lindsay.

Key specifications: three ceramic barrels, adjustable temperature, kickstand, 30-minute auto shut off and cool tip.

Best for: Long-lasting waves

Why they're the best: Amika's waver is one to know about if you find that your hair struggles to hold a style. This advanced tool features three ceramic barrels that are infused with tourmaline, which helps to reduce damage, while negative ion technology seals the hair cuticle and adds shine.

Editor review: "The first thing to know about me is that I have incredibly straight hair. It's the kind of hair that will hold a curl for an hour or so, and then fall back into dead straight strands as if nothing ever happened. So, when putting the waver to the test, I was incredibly intrigued to see if it would have any long-lasting effect, and to save the anticipation, I can confirm that this has completely changed the game for me. The first thing I loved was how easy the styler was to use. The instructions are clear, and the choice of heat temperatures is something you don't always find, but I highly appreciate. The styling also felt like it took no time at all. After separating my hair into sections, I made sure to follow the waves as they formed, and in no time at all, I was done. The barrel size is also a great feature. The thicker barrels stay away from early 00's crimping but give that effortless beachy wave that straight-haired people like me often dream of. The waves themselves stayed intact until my next hair wash, which is such a feat for my hair type that both my mum and sister have taken turns at testing out the styler too," says shopping editor, Florrie Alexander.

Key specifications: three heat settings, swivel cord, auto shut off and cool tip.

Best for: Statement waves

Why they're the best: Babyliss do some of the best affordable hair tools on the market, and this hair waver is no exception. It has a slightly different design from the hair tools above, but all you have to do is clamp a section of hair in-between the tourmaline-ceramic barrels and the waving plate to add some serious movement to the hair.

Editor review: "As much as I love a relaxed wave, I also want to add some volume to my hair when styling, and this Babyliss tool does exactly that. It's not as bulky as other wavers I have tried, so I found that it was easier to style smaller sections of hair and really get that statement finish. If you have shorter hair, I suspect this would be a good choice as you can get a little closer to the roots," says junior beauty editor, Grace Lindsay.

Key specifications: Advanced ceramic barrels, crimp-free design, multiple heat settings, heat-resistant handle, auto shut off and swivel cord.

Best for: Natural-looking waves

Why they're the best: If natural-looking waves are more your thing, let me introduce you to the Mermade Hair Waver. This tool is great for creating those loose waves that are so in style right now, and comes with a triple-barrel design as well as multiple heat settings. Oh, and the tool has been designed with all hair lengths and textures in mind.

Editor review: "The Mermade Hair Waver is one of my favourite ways to quickly add volume and effortless waves to my long, straight hair. Compared to a single curling wand, the waver features three big barrels, so it’s super simple to use and makes it much speedier to style your locks. Unlike other wavers on the market, this one features temperature control, which I was impressed with. It heats up really quickly, and if you’re keen to watch your hair health, you can always choose the lowest setting. The style definitely does drop a bit throughout the day, but I find that it falls into natural-looking waves, which is my preference anyway," says affiliates manager, Jerrylyn Saguiped.

Key specifications: Three different attachments, multiple heat settings, swivel cord, auto shut off after 60 minutes of no use and thermal heat technology.

Best for: A range of styles

Why they're the best: New from Hersheons comes a tool that can create multiple styles in one. While the brush head and curling tong are great, today I'm here to talk about the waver. Yep, this is the perfect tool to create beachy, relaxed waves. It has a similar model to some of the hair tools above, with a three-barrel design that is quick and easy to use. All you have to do is pop the head on, lock it into place, choose your desired heat setting and let the tool do all the work for you. Hershesons also do a version of this tool for short hair, but sadly, it doesn't come with the waver attachment.

Editor review: "I'm a big fan of Hershesons hair tools, so I was excited to give this a go. It did take me a little while to get the hang of locking each attachment into place, but once I got the hang of it, this waver was super simple to use. It created the perfect beachy wave that lasted all day," says junior beauty editor, Grace Lindsay.

Key specifications: 32mm barrel, clamp-free design, 3 heat settings and in-built cooling system.

Best for: Quick, easy waves

Why they're the best: Ok, I know I've already mentioned a Hershesons hair waver, but I couldn't do this roundup without mentioning this tool, too. The Hershesons Wavemaker features an automatic rolling barrel and a cooling and setting system, so it does all of the work for you. All you have to do is let the barrel envelop a section of your hair, hold it for three seconds, and then release. The best bit about this is that it's clamp-free, so you don't get any of those annoying kinks that other hair wavers can create. Plus, it can work on all hair types.

Editor review: "As someone with an affinity for hair tools (if you read my reviews on Who What Wear UK, you'll know I've tried a lot in my time) I really do think this is a fantastic piece of kit, and I find the price tag to be really reasonable considering the technology, the result and how long it lasts. Granted, it does take a bit of getting used to, but once you've mastered it, I'm pretty sure you'll never look back," says freelance beauty editor, Mollie Burdell.

Key specifications: Three ceramic-coated barrels, adjustable heat settings and 60-second heat-up time.

Best for: Mermaid waves

Why they're the best: I've seen a lot of people rave about this Beauty Works hair waver, and for good reason. The ceramic-coated barrels are perfect for creating those relaxed, mermaid waves that are trending this summer. Plus, the tool works to smooth the hair cuticle and add a glossy finish.

Editor review: "I was impressed by this hair waver. It can take a little while to get the hang of it, but once you do, it adds beautiful, natural-looking waves to the hair," says copy editor, Georgia Seago.