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  • Question
    How can I ensure my hair looks healthy and shiny when I curl it?
    Christine George
    Master Hair Stylist & Colorist
    Christine George is a Master Hairstylist, Colorist, and Owner of Luxe Parlour, a premier boutique salon based in the Los Angeles, California area. Christine has over 23 years of hair styling and coloring experience. She specializes in customized haircuts, premium color services, balayage expertise, classic highlights, and color correction. She received her cosmetology degree from the Newberry School of Beauty.
    Master Hair Stylist & Colorist
    Expert Answer
    Limit how often you wash your hair since washing your hair every day can dry it out. Avoid using heat styling tools regularly since heat can also damage your hair. Use hydrating shampoos, conditioners, and masks on a regular basis to keep your hair hydrated so it looks healthy when you curl it.
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    How do you get thick 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.
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    Expert Answer
    When you are rolling the hair onto your styling tool, lift the sections up to create more volume at the roots. Larger styling tools will create bigger, softer curls.
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    How can I curl my hair overnight without curlers?
    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
    You can set your hair in pin curls or on rags overnight. You could even wrap it into a series of buns.
  • Question
    What are the best curlers?
    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
    Steam rollers are my favorite because they use both heat and moisture to create a strong, long-lasting result. They also dry fairly quickly.
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    How can I make my hair more voluminous?
    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
    Use mousse before you style and make sure you lift at the roots. You can also tease your roots to increase volume.
  • Question
    Can I get curls with just a brush?
    Community Answer
    You cannot get curls with just a brush, but you can get a wavy look. Brush your hair in small sections. As you pull down, twist and hold the hair with the brush for a few seconds and then let go to get a gently wave.
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    How do I make flat iron curls bouncy?
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    Try holding the curls flat in your hand for a few seconds until they are cool. You can fluff them up with your fingers, and then use hair spray to hold the volume.
  • Question
    My hair is really long, thick and frizzy. Am I still able to achieve "big, bouncy curls"?
    Stargirl0428
    Community Answer
    It sounds redundant, but you may want to wash, dry, and straighten your hair, and then curl it. It always works for me. Make sure that you use some conditioner to soften it and make it a bit more flexible.
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    I don't get how they explained the method with the curling iron. Could you be more specific?
    Community Answer
    If the curling iron method is too complicated for you, try to use an "automatic rotating hair curler." it's extremely easy, and takes about 10 minutes or less to get your entire head done. You might find it easiest to use the one with the "tulip" shape. Instructions are included in the package.
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