Q&A for How to Use a Curling Wand

Try using smaller sections. The more hair you have on the wand, the harder it is for the heat to penetrate evenly. You can also try wrapping sections you've already curled into little pin curls and clipping them until completely cooled.

Wet it down and wrap it around something: pencils, rollers, or bendable rods. You can also make pin curls using your fingers. Let the hair dry completely, then remove the set and you'll have curls.

Working with vertical sections, wrap the hair away from the face, clockwise on the right and counterclockwise on the left.

Try holding the wand up a little higher, preferably just above the section you are wrapping. Make sure you are using firm, even tension.

Spray a small amount of setting spray or styling spray all over your hair so that the curls hold all day.

Try to tie your hair in a ponytail and take smaller sections, even though your hair is thick, this will allow more hair to be wrapped around your curler or wand, resulting in your hair being curled all the way, even if it's long.

Two to five seconds is the appropriate time to put it on there because if you hold it on there for a long time then it could eventually damage your hair. Or, in some cases even burn your hair off. Twenty seconds is too long.

Try to work on unwashed, day-old hair, and skip the hair conditioner. You can also add a little bit of mousse, hair spray, or some other styling product into your hair before you use a curling wand. When you are done curling your hair, set your style with hairspray, an avoid touching your curls.

No. You want something that will insulate against heat and won't catch on fire if it touches the iron.

Whatever works for you. For most people, there is no need to straighten before curling, and it would just be unnecessary extra heat damage. But if you find your hair too unmanageable to use the curling wand without straightening, go ahead.

Put half of your hair to one side, and the other half to the other. Then when you finish curling your hair, just put your hair back normally.

You don't absolutely need a glove, but they are highly recommended for curling wands that do not have a clamp to secure the hair. You will need to keep your hair in place with your fingers. A glove will help protect your fingers and keep them from getting burnt. Some curling wands may already come with a special glove.

Any good heat glove will do, but get one from a good brand.

The hotter the wand is, the less time you should hold it in place. The heat is what makes the curl, and a higher heat setting will give you tighter curls.

Any age, but if you're younger, you might want to wait, or have an adult use it for you.

Using about a square inch of hair -- if you have short hair, hold it for about 4-6 seconds; for medium hair 5-7 seconds; and for long hair 10-12 seconds. Adjust these times according to your own needs.

Use the curling wand the same way you would use one with a modification setting. The temperature will be safe for your hair.

Do several layers of curls. This will help you maintain it, and it will look like your hair has a lot more volume.

You can either wrap your hair like you would on a regular wand or wrap your hair in-between the balls.

You would still hold for 2 to 5 seconds, just be sure to take a thin piece of hair each time.

About an 1 1/2 to actually form a curl; anything shorter would make a wave or not curl at all.

Keep each section of your hair flat as you curl it. This will give you the desired look.

The stand on some is subtle/less obvious. Try using it on a flat surface, such as your sink.

I strongly suggest using a satin pillow case. It won't crush or pull the curls apart as badly. You may need to touch up the curls in the morning but it won't be a whole head redo.

Your hair should either be straightened or blow dried and brushed. Just make sure your hair isn't frizzy after blow drying.

You can set it at any temperature depending on how you want your curl to look. Lower temps will give looser curls. If your hair is difficult to style, try a higher temp.

Brush through and start by sectioning at the base of the back of head. If you only want a few curls, put your hair in a pony tail and curl sections before taking the pony tail out. Alternatively leave pony tail in for a pretty updo.

There are anti-frizz serums that can help with frizzy hair after curling. Follow the instructions that are on the can or bottle for best results.

You can. Just be very careful not to burn yourself, and remember to unplug the iron when you're finished.

When you take the hair off the wand, do not put it down, but let it settle in the palm of your hand and put hairspray on and then leave it.