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Theora Stephens did not invent the curling iron. It was actually used in Greek times by the upper class. Theora only patended it.

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Theora Stephens invented the first curling iron in the 1920s to save time when styling hair. She wanted a quick and efficient way to curl hair without using traditional methods like heat from the stove or curling irons heated in the fire. Stephens' invention revolutionized the way women styled their hair.

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Who is theora stephens?

Theora Stephens is an African-American inventor that did not invent the curling iron but did get it patended in 1980. hi you guys. my name is nun of your business but what i said about Theora Stephens was true.


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According to a website called "African-American Inventors," Theora Stephens invented the pressing/curling ironin 1980. See the Related Link.


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