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QuestionHow long do the curls last?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.The longevity of the curls depends on how long the set is left in, the products used to support it, and the size and placement of the rollers as well as the porosity of the hair and the weather. Generally a Velcro set will last a full day, but won't hold up overnight.
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QuestionHow long do you leave Velcro rollers in your hair?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.At least 10 minutes, but you can certainly leave them in longer for a stronger set- even overnight. I like to to heat them up slightly with a hair dryer and then let them sit for about 20 minutes.
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QuestionHow do you use hair rollers?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.The way you use rollers depends slightly on the type of rollers. All rollers should be wound into the hair on sections about the same size and shape as the roller using firm tension. Magnetic rollers are applied to wet hair, most other types are applied to dry hair with, but some, like velcro rollers, need hair spray to hold shape.
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QuestionHow do you use hot rollers?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.Heat them up, then roll dry hair onto them, using sections about the same width and diameter as the rollers. Pin and wait until completely cool, then unroll.
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QuestionCan I put curlers in my hair when it wet?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.Yes, but you should use classic magnetic rollers, not velcro rollers. Velcro pulls too much for wet hair and could cause breakage.
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QuestionI have chin-length baby hair that's very fine. What size rollers are best to get some volume on top of my head?Community AnswerI would suggest going with jumbos and mediums. Specifically, I would use a jumbo (2" diameter) for your crown and mediums (1.5" diameter) for the rest.
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QuestionHow do I keep the Velcro rollers from pulling out some of my hair?Community AnswerFix them in place with long bobby pins, or wrap your head in a scarf. This will stop them from moving and pulling your hair while you're sleeping.
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QuestionIs there a way to do this with five little rollers and a lot of hair?Community AnswerI'm afraid not. But you could use straws to complete your rolling. YouTube it.
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QuestionWhat is the difference between self-grip rollers for dry, damaged, or color-treated hair and those for use on normal or thick hair, if both are the same size?Community AnswerVelcro rollers give you the option to not use pins to fix your hair to the roller, thus avoiding extra damage to already damaged hair.
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QuestionCan guys use Velcro rollers?Community AnswerOf course they can if their hair is long enough. Hair is hair.
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QuestionHow long do I leave them in?Community AnswerI would recommend around 6-10 hours, depending on your hair type. If your hair is very fine, it may take longer.
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QuestionCan I pre-heat Velcro rolls?Community AnswerNo, this is not a good idea. The plastic on Velcro rollers is not meant to be heated, and you might melt your rollers!
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QuestionHow do I stop my Velcro rollers from pulling my hair out?Community AnswerUse bobby pins to keep them in place or wear a hair scarf. This should stop them from pulling your hair out.
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QuestionCan I put them in when damp, blow dry them, and then remove them? Or does that not work?Community AnswerYou can put rollers in damp hair, however, if you blow dry and they are not in tight enough, they will fall out.
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QuestionHow do I get rid of hair that has stuck onto the Velcro roller?Community AnswerReach into it and pull them out one by one with your fingers. It's a little slow but it works. Do it while watching TV, listening to music or just for something to meditate over.
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QuestionWhat size of roller should I use?Community AnswerIt depends on how tight you want the curl to be. If you want loose curls, use a larger roller, and if you want a tighter curl, use smaller ones. Keep in mind that the smaller the roller, the more you'll need.
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QuestionIs it safe to sleep with Velcro rollers at night?Hannah MaddenCommunity AnswerIt's safe, but it might be a little uncomfortable. You only need to leave the rollers in for about 45 minutes, so sleeping in them might be overkill. It's probably easier just to take them out before heading to bed.
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QuestionAre Velcro rollers best to create lasting volume and curl on fine hair, or are heated rollers a better solution?Hannah MaddenCommunity AnswerIt depends on the hairstyle you're after. If you primarily want volume and bounce in your hair, then Velcro rollers are the way to go. If you're after tight curls or ringlets, then heated rollers will be better.
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QuestionCan people with curly hair use Velcro rollers?Hannah MaddenCommunity AnswerYes, you can use Velcro rollers if you have curly hair. However, you need to blow dry your hair straight before starting. That way, the rollers won't have lumps or bumps on them, and your hair will form perfect, glossy waves.
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