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QuestionHow do you use hair rollers?
Laura MartinLaura 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 CosmetologistSelect 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. -
QuestionHow can I curl my hair fast?Laura MartinLaura 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 CosmetologistDivide 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. -
QuestionHow can you straighten your hair without heat?Laura MartinLaura 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 CosmetologistApply 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. -
QuestionHow do you do sock bun curls?Laura MartinLaura 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 CosmetologistPull 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. -
QuestionCan I blow dry my hair with the braids in my hair, or do I have to let it air dry?
Ashley AdamsAshley 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 StylistBlow drying the braids may produce frizz upon unraveling the braids. -
QuestionIf you wash your hair while it's curly or wavy, will the curls or waves go away?Ashley AdamsAshley 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 StylistYes, unless you have a naturally curly or wavy hair texture. -
QuestionCan I curl my hair without getting it wet or damp?Ashley AdamsAshley 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 StylistYes, that is possible. -
QuestionMy hair is super silky and when I try to do curls, it doesn't hold. What can I do?
Community AnswerUse 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. -
QuestionWhich method produces the tightest curls?
Community AnswerThe braids do. If you want tight curls, then don't do just two braids, try five or even six! -
QuestionHow can I have my hair curly and flat? My hair is crazy.
Community AnswerPut 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.
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QuestionWhat works well if my hair doesn't hold the curl very long?
Community AnswerMethod 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. -
QuestionWhy isn't mine like the pictures why aren't they good?
Community AnswerEverybody 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.
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QuestionI have really short hair about halfway down my neck. Is there another way to curl it?
Community AnswerTry 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!
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QuestionHow much time will it take to curl my hair without heat?
Community AnswerIf 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.
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QuestionHow do I get curls to stay all day?
Community AnswerTry hair spray that promises a strong hold. This will last in your hair all day.
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QuestionWill this work best with long hair or short hair?
Community AnswerLonger hair gives more volume and movement, but short hair can be really cute and sexy as well -- if done properly.
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QuestionHow can I curl my hair in less than an hour?
Community AnswerPut 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.
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QuestionCan I flat iron my hair without any products?
Community AnswerYou 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. -
QuestionHow can I keep my hair from getting tangled after I have taken it out of the headband?
Community AnswerTake it out carefully and then lightly run your fingers through it. But be careful not to run them through too hard.
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QuestionWhat do I do of my hair gets straight very fast after trying these techniques?
Community AnswerUse 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.
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QuestionMy hair is shoulder length and can never stay untangled. How do I curl it?
Community AnswerUse a detangler, then use a curl enhancing product like a shampoo. Add some sea spray and scrunch.
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QuestionHow can I get my hair to dry faster and still be curly?
Community AnswerYou 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.
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QuestionHow long does my hair have to be to use these methods?
Community AnswerIt is best to have your hair at least shoulder length. Pixie cuts won't work for this, except maybe for Method 5 (rollers).
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QuestionHow do I get my hair to look longer?
Community AnswerYou 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.
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QuestionWill the sock curl method work on short hair?
Community AnswerThe sock curl method will only work if your hair is long enough to wrap around the scraps.
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QuestionHow do you make 'frizzy curls', like a 1980's hairstyle?
Community AnswerCurl 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.
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QuestionHow can I make my very straight hair curly?
Community AnswerUse 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.
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QuestionI have very short hair. How do I curl my hair?
Community AnswerProbably use the roller method. The other methods probably won't work.
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QuestionHow can I curl short African hair?
Community AnswerYour hair will probably work just how it is. Try using method 5 (using rollers) to get the most out of your curls.
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QuestionHow would I add waves without braiding?
Community AnswerYou 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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