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  • Question
    How do you use hair rollers?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Select rollers slightly smaller than the diameter of your desired curls. Divide hair into sections approximately the same size as the rollers, and dampen evenly. Lift sections and roll tightly. Remove rollers when hair is complete dry.
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    How can I curl my hair fast?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Divide hair into 6-8 vertical sections. Mist each section with a non-aerosol hair spray wrap tightly around around a flex rod. Leave for 10-15 minutes and remove rods.
  • Question
    How can you straighten your hair without heat?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Apply a straightening cream and comb through with a fine-tooth comb. Continue combing as hair dries, repeating every 10 minutes or so until all moisture is gone.
  • Question
    How do you do sock bun curls?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Pull damp hair into a ponytail. Cut the toe off an old sock and roll into a doughnut, then slide over ponytail, holding at the ends. Wrap ends over sock and roll down to the ponytail base. Cut off ponytail elastic. Allow to dry completely, then remove sock.
  • Question
    Can I blow dry my hair with the braids in my hair, or do I have to let it air dry?
    Ashley Adams
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Ashley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Expert Answer
    Blow drying the braids may produce frizz upon unraveling the braids.
  • Question
    If you wash your hair while it's curly or wavy, will the curls or waves go away?
    Ashley Adams
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Ashley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Expert Answer
    Yes, unless you have a naturally curly or wavy hair texture.
  • Question
    Can I curl my hair without getting it wet or damp?
    Ashley Adams
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Ashley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Expert Answer
    Yes, that is possible.
  • Question
    My hair is super silky and when I try to do curls, it doesn't hold. What can I do?
    Community Answer
    Use a thickening spray before you curl your hair and don't touch the curls until they have cooled. Apply a generous amount of hair spray to keep the curl longer.
  • Question
    Which method produces the tightest curls?
    Community Answer
    The braids do. If you want tight curls, then don't do just two braids, try five or even six!
  • Question
    How can I have my hair curly and flat? My hair is crazy.
    Community Answer
    Put leave-in conditioner in when it is wet. Then use hairspray after you get the curls; you don't want it to frizz up during the day.
  • Question
    What works well if my hair doesn't hold the curl very long?
    Community Answer
    Method number 5 would be best for you as it is a lot easier. It might be that your hair cannot hold any material, in this way fifth method is perfect.
  • Question
    Why isn't mine like the pictures why aren't they good?
    Community Answer
    Everybody has different textured hair. The model in the photos may have a hair texture that is more easy to style wavy compared to yours. Don't give up however! Keep practicing.
  • Question
    I have really short hair about halfway down my neck. Is there another way to curl it?
    Community Answer
    Try the rag curl trick. Take an old rag and wrap your hair up in it. Then wrap a scarf around your head and go to sleep. Wake up in the morning with gorgeous curly hair!
  • Question
    How much time will it take to curl my hair without heat?
    Community Answer
    If you do it while you're sleeping (like if you use cocoon curls), just overnight if you do it with damp-but-not-wet hair.
  • Question
    How do I get curls to stay all day?
    Community Answer
    Try hair spray that promises a strong hold. This will last in your hair all day.
  • Question
    Will this work best with long hair or short hair?
    Community Answer
    Longer hair gives more volume and movement, but short hair can be really cute and sexy as well -- if done properly.
  • Question
    How can I curl my hair in less than an hour?
    Community Answer
    Put your hair in a ponytail and curl the ends. It should take 20 to 30 minutes. When you're finished, take out the ponytail and enjoy your curls.
  • Question
    Can I flat iron my hair without any products?
    Community Answer
    You can, but it's damaging to your hair. It's better to put hair oil on before, at least on the ends, to protect your hair.
  • Question
    How can I keep my hair from getting tangled after I have taken it out of the headband?
    Community Answer
    Take it out carefully and then lightly run your fingers through it. But be careful not to run them through too hard.
  • Question
    What do I do of my hair gets straight very fast after trying these techniques?
    Community Answer
    Use hairspray to keep curls in place and avoid touching your hair. You can also try applying mousse to your hair before curling to keep the style from going flat.
  • Question
    My hair is shoulder length and can never stay untangled. How do I curl it?
    Community Answer
    Use a detangler, then use a curl enhancing product like a shampoo. Add some sea spray and scrunch.
  • Question
    How can I get my hair to dry faster and still be curly?
    Community Answer
    You an try blow drying your hair, sitting out in the sun, or sitting near a heater. If you plan on using a hairdryer, be sure to use a heat protectant spray. If you plan on sitting out in the sun, make sure to wear lots of sunscreen; spraying your hair with a UV protectant spray would also help.
  • Question
    How long does my hair have to be to use these methods?
    Community Answer
    It is best to have your hair at least shoulder length. Pixie cuts won't work for this, except maybe for Method 5 (rollers).
  • Question
    How do I get my hair to look longer?
    Community Answer
    You can straighten it, get extensions, or do a double ponytail. Do one pony on top, using only the top half of your hair, then hide a lower ponytail underneath it and the hanging hair will look longer.
  • Question
    Will the sock curl method work on short hair?
    Community Answer
    The sock curl method will only work if your hair is long enough to wrap around the scraps.
  • Question
    How do you make 'frizzy curls', like a 1980's hairstyle?
    Community Answer
    Curl your hair with curlers, then in the morning when you take out the curls, you need to brush your hair a lot. Then, just tease and hairspray.
  • Question
    How can I make my very straight hair curly?
    Community Answer
    Use curlers on your hair when it hasn't been washed for a few days. Apply hairspray and mousse before using the rollers, then spritz again once you take them out. Avoid touching the curls, which will make them come loose.
  • Question
    I have very short hair. How do I curl my hair?
    Community Answer
    Probably use the roller method. The other methods probably won't work.
  • Question
    How can I curl short African hair?
    Community Answer
    Your hair will probably work just how it is. Try using method 5 (using rollers) to get the most out of your curls.
  • Question
    How would I add waves without braiding?
    Community Answer
    You can use sea salt spray to create waves that look similar to beach waves (if you do use this, get your hair partially wet, spray it in, and scrunch your hair up with your hands). You can also twist your hair and pull those twists into buns and sleep with them overnight to create waves.
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