Skillfully curled curls will help “save” a boring look or complement your outfit with an interesting accent on the hair. There are many types of curls, and therefore you can easily select the ideal options for yourself using our detailed guide.
Get inspired by detailed, simple instructions and experiment with hair. Let's figure it out!
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Types and features
On the pages of magazines, you noticed that there are many curls. There is an opinion that it is advisable for petite women to choose less voluminous curls and, by the way, a shorter length, and larger curls are recommended for taller girls. Following this principle, you can “balance”, harmonize the image.
In fact, you can select any options depending on your mood, reason, and other factors.
Hollywood Wave
Gorgeous hairstyle for special occasions. Strict, yet incredibly sexy. Suitable for an evening - a trip to a restaurant, to the theater, to a social event.
Waves should be of the same width, smoothly laid.
Looking at the photo, do you doubt that you will be able to do it yourself?
Don't worry - just stock up on everything you need (curling iron, clamps, styling products) and strictly follow the instructions below:
- First, comb your hair well. If frizzy, small hairs are knocked out (especially on the crown), it is advisable to walk in advance with a smoothing agent. Spray products are usually suitable. Do not use varnish at this stage.
- Perform a side, as neat parting as possible - now you have two sections of hair.
- Take a pair of tongs, separate the curl parallel to the parting, and wrap the lock around.
- Having taken out the finished curl, do not dissolve it, but fix it on the head.
- Do the same with the rest of the strands, remembering to fix them.
- Remove the pins, comb your hair from the roots and use a bouncy nail polish.
If desired, you can decorate with an accessory - invisible, arranged in a row or crosswise, or with something more catchy and memorable (even a flower!).
For example, a flowing satin dress, a neat, discreet clutch, classic sandals or shoes, and a few accents in the form of stylish, simple jewelry.
The image with the Hollywood wave should by no means be sloppy, ill-conceived, but it shouldn't turn out too complicated either. And remember, you are a diva.
Brazilian curls
Playful curls are a great choice for every day if you want to add something new to the look of girls with straight hair. They are similar to Afro, but the curls of Brazilian curls are larger.
Curling may not be necessary, as are curling irons. It is easy to make a lush hairstyle using ordinary hairpins or threads.
Spray your hair with a spray bottle to keep it slightly damp. Take a hairpin and wind the strand in the shape of the number eight. Do the same for the rest of the hair. After a few hours, you can dissolve and comb.
You are unlikely to need funds for volume - the hairstyle will turn out to be lush and will hold out steadfastly until the end of the day. If the hair quickly "settles" and straightens, it does not hurt to walk a little with varnish.
With the hairpins sorted out. Now the method with the usual thick thread. The strands are twisted and fixed on the head.
Try not to get your natural parting by simply staggering the twisted strands.
Vertical curls
Easy hairstyle for a romantic look. You will need tongs. The strands should be twisted perpendicular to the parting (do not forget to make an even parting in advance, of course). We hold the tongs vertically.
This hairstyle looks free and natural, be sure to try this option for every day.
It will look especially impressive on shoulder-length hair or a little longer if you leave the ends not curled - this styling is now in trend.
Horizontal
If you are using the device for the first time, first practice winding the strands without heating.
To get a more voluminous and effective result, it is necessary to take curls parallel to the parting, as in the previous case, but at the same time wind it horizontally, not vertically. It's that simple!
Large curls
If you need large curls, use a large diameter device. The same is with non-heating methods - the more curlers, the larger the curls.
Spiral curls
To get this styling, you need to purchase a nozzle with spiral grooves. Twist in the same way, keep the spitz upright.
An alternative is spiral curlers. However, the downside is that they are difficult to use.
Careless waves
A diffuser nozzle or the same iron will help to get the effect of natural “waviness”. In such cases, a light styling product is indispensable.
Distribute the mousse, wrap the hair around the brush and dry it in a circular motion. We start at the back of the head and gradually move on to the face.
Types of curls and what curls are obtained with them
First, let's decide which models are worth purchasing. First of all, these are ceramic, glass-ceramic, titanium and tourmaline.
In no case, do not purchase metal and Teflon options - they significantly injure the hair. Yes, this also applies to Teflon, because the coating quickly peels off and the metal is exposed.
There is no need to have all kinds of devices in your arsenal - some can become multifunctional for you if you get used to using it appropriately.
Types of devices:
- Without clamp.
- Double.
- Spiral.
- Triangular.
- Winding. Are wound up automatically - just set the view. The disadvantage is that when it gets stuck, it is problematic to release it.
- Spherical.
- Corrugation. It turns out not curls, but rather small waves. In addition to its direct purpose, it can be used in a more cunning way. To create volume without a pile of roots, go through the corrugation and cover with straight hair. This will create a persistent volume.
It is worth starting with the most versatile - cylindrical. Choose an average diameter of 20 mm.
For greater durability, the curl is first cooled, and only then released. You can support it in your hand or stab it on your head. This is often forgotten.
More importantly, dry completely before heating. Otherwise, the hair will be significantly injured.
What are obtained with curlers
Curling with curlers is considered less traumatic. Indeed, no heating occurs.
However, the frequent use of curlers has a negative effect on the hair - creases and sections appear, especially if there is no additional care.
You can get almost any kind of curls, but even holding the curlers overnight will not give you the lasting results you would get with tongs, especially if you have naturally tough, straight hair.
How to do without curlers and curling iron
Curls can also be created without curlers and heating devices. The method is good if you have several hours in stock, or better - the whole night. So, you need to comb your hair, after washing it. Dried, but still wet, divide into equal strands over the entire head.
Twist each strand into a tourniquet and fix it on the head in a way convenient for you. You should get small curls, elastic and voluminous.
Leave the tips (1 to 2 cm) loose when twisting the spirals. So the ends are less injured.
Another way is to braid slightly damp strands into braids, having previously divided the hair into equal parts. The effect will be different. Depending on how large the braids are, both medium-sized light waves and small curls can be obtained.
The thinner the strands you take for the braid, the more voluminous and "fluffy" the hairstyle will turn out.
How to do with an iron
There are special devices, but a straightening iron is also useful for creating curls. The main thing is to get used to it. If this is your first time doing this, practice with an unheated iron to avoid injury.
To begin with, comb well so that the iron glides easily. The device must be held vertically. We start at the roots - wrap it twice and slowly go down to the ends.
And do not forget a simple rule - the thicker the processed part, the larger the curl will turn out.
How to fix to last longer
Your arsenal (some positions are optional, choose according to your own needs.):
- Varnish.
- Mousse, foam.
- Gel.
- Wax.
- Cream.
- Serum.
- Paste.
- Toffee.
- Powder.
Choose the ideal products, consider the type of curls that you want to fix.
Where to begin?
First of all, we recommend using base tools. This will facilitate the process of creating a hairstyle, protect against overheating, shorten drying time, and add volume and lightness. Basic products do not weigh down, so you don't have to worry about over-applying other products.
Now we went directly to commit. After processing, each curl is fixed after heating. The same applies to those methods that do not involve the use of devices.
With the help of aerosol lacquers, you can achieve strong fixation, while sufficiently elastic. Such a product is not afraid of rain, the styling will remain even if water gets in. Sprays, creams, powders, mousses and foams are good for moving volume.
If you have chosen careless waves, curls, Brazilian curls, then use a simple and effective method. Put your head down and spray the varnish in a thin layer, paying sufficient attention to the roots.
Then, in the same position, gently “drive in” the product with your fingertips. This styling creates light root volume and lasts longer.
If you don't have varnish at hand, but you want to make a root volume, then use dry shampoo - apply a little and "drive" into the roots.
Difficulties arise in the owners of thick, heavy, long hair. Thick in structure does not hold the styling well, and therefore one cannot do without heating methods.
If the hairstyle is not fixed, you should not “fill” it with varnish even more - this method will not give a good effect, it will only spoil the styling completely.
Finally, the final touch is the texturing of the hairstyle. You can use wax, gel, paste, toffee. Highlight individual strands, work with larger and smaller curls with these tools, shape around the face, etc. This will complete the image.
Perhaps the last thing that is important to talk about: if you are actively doing your hair, use drying agents for styling, use heating devices, additional care is needed.
Before creating light waves, do not be too lazy to apply a light leave-in oil to the ends. Use moisturizing care several times a week - masks, serums, creams, sunscreens (yes, the hair needs such a product), and do not overheat the hair in the sun.
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