If you do wash your hair right before you curl it, make sure that it is completely dry before you start curling it. You can either air dry your hair or use a hair dryer to speed up the process.
Purchase a heat protectant spray from a pharmacy or from the hair care aisle at the grocery store.
If you have very dark hair, use a texturizer that is designed for dark hair, as this won’t make your hair look chalky.
If your hair is too short to tie up, use an alligator clip to secure the top layer of your hair instead. For best results, use a hair tie rather than a scrunchie, as this is less likely to get in the way of the curling iron. Don’t worry about parting your hair. If you want a specific parting, create this once you have curled your hair.
It’s best to curl your hair in a bathroom in front of a well-lit mirror. Experiment with different settings to find the lowest setting that effectively curls your hair.
Avoid using a barrel that is wider than 1 inch (2. 5 cm), as this doesn’t work on short hair.
Don’t allow the curling iron to touch your scalp, as this can cause burns.
As another option, secure each curl to your head with an alligator hair clip. Let them continue to set while you finish getting dress. This can create tight curls, such as pin curls. If you want very loose curls, skip this step and allow the curl to drop to its natural position.
Use a mirror to check that you have curled all the hair at the back of your head. To do this, stand in front of a large mirror, then use a handheld mirror to look behind you.
Start at the front of 1 side of your head and work your way to the back of your head. Then, start at the front on the other side of your head and work your way to the back of your scalp.
Look for a hairspray that doesn’t contain alcohol, as alcohol can dry out your hair.
