Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer for beauty lovers? This heatless hair curler is going viral on TikTok and is under $25 — here's my honest review

I don't know about you, but I'm sick of my same old hairdos. I recently wanted to try out a new way to achieve bouncy curls without all the heat damage. After stumbling upon various heatless curl methods on TikTok (some involving socks), the Kitsch Satin Heatless Curler Set caught my eye. Ringing in at under $25 on Amazon Canada, it seemed like an affordable and approachable option to get gorgeous curls overnight.

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I put it to the test to see if it's really worth the hype, and honestly, I was impressed. No heat, no damage — just frizz-free curls that actually last. And you know what? It'll make the perfect stocking stuffer or Christmas gift idea for anyone looking to improve their hair health (there's even a Christmas version).

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Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set

This heatless curler has saved my hair from excessive heat damage — all for under $25.

Pros

• No heat damage
• Satin material for frizz-free hair
• I can control the size of my curls
• Minimal effort required
• It actually lasts

Cons

• Rod isn't long enough for my hair
• A little uncomfortable to sleep in

$22 at Amazon

Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set review: Details, pros and cons

If you want to achieve voluminous curls without the added heat damage, this Kitsch Satin Hair Curling Set is your answer. It's made from smooth satin and is designed to create flawless curls (or waves) overnight. It's suitable for most hair types and comes with a curling rod and two satin scrunchies to keep your hair smooth and frizz-free. It's seriously simple to use; all you have to do is wrap your hair around the rod, secure it, and wake up to a stunning 'do. I think it's a fabulous gift for anyone looking to protect their hair while still getting salon-level results.

Pros 👍

Heatless: I love it when something gives me great hair results without added heat. This heatless curler gives me great curls overnight, and I don't even need to touch them up with a curling wand.

Satin material: The satin material allows for a frizz-free finish; however, I find if there ever is some frizz, it's a result of me sleeping aggressively (and that's not the product's fault — just my own).

Various curl sizes: I've come to learn that I can control the size of my curls with this set. If I want looser curls (which I usually opt for), I grab more hair when wrapping it around the rod. On the other hand, if I want smaller, tighter curls, I just make the sections smaller.

Takes very little effort: Arguably, the best part? This heatless method requires very minimal effort for great results. It takes me about five minutes to set it all up and head off to bed.

Lasting results: Everyone's results will differ depending on their hair type and texture, but for me, I find the hairstyle actually lasts for a couple of days. Yes, the curls fall out a bit, but I actually like it better after a day or two.

Cons 👎

Short rod: My hair is fairly long, so I find the rod to be on the shorter side. This means I have to wrap my hair on top of itself in order for it all to fit. It can get a bit crowded, whereas a longer rod would help.

Slightly uncomfortable: When it comes to snoozing, I am primarily a side sleeper, meaning this setup can get in my way — as I'm sure you can imagine. Thankfully, the set is squishy, so it's not horrible; it just takes some getting used to.

What others are saying

⭐️ 4.2/5 stars

💬 20,000+ ratings

🏆 "Honestly mind blown on how well this product works!"

"Best heatless curler I have found!" writes one impressed shopper. After trying "several different iterations of heatless curl rods," they said, "This is definitely my favourite." They added that they find them "comfortable enough to sleep in."

Someone else even claimed their hair "stays curled better with this product than an actual curling iron." "I don't find it bad to sleep on at all," they continued.

"This product does what it's supposed to and is generally not bad," shared another shopper. However, they stated it "doesn't stay in place overnight," which "affects the final results."

Another person said this method is "fairly easy to do" and confirmed, "It makes getting ready the next day a breeze!"

What's the verdict?

I think for under $25, this heatless hair curler is totally worth your money — I mean, it's a No.1 bestseller for a reason. If you're sick of using heat on your locks and want give the mane a little break from curling wands without sacrificing cute hair, this is your answer. Sure, there might be a few downsides, but overall, it's a fantastic product that you'll find yourself using religiously (I can attest to this!).

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