How to Use Spiral Rods in Curly Hair

Using spiral rods in curly hair is a bit challenging and requires time and practice to do well, but the reward is a head of shimmering spiral curls. Spiral curls will work on hair that is straight as well, but they work best with curly hair that is at least shoulder length.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Comb
• Hair gel
• Hair clips
• Spiral rods and end papers
• Hair clips
• Hairspray

1. Comb through the hair to tame curls and remove tangles.

2. Divide the hair into 1 to 2 inch triangular-shaped sections, keeping in mind that smaller sections will mean tighter curls. Secure each section with a clip.

3. Beginning at the nape of the neck, control curls by smoothing a bit of gel on a section of hair.

4. Put an end paper on the end of the hair, and wrap the hair around the rod enough to secure the hair on the rod. Wind the hair in a spiral motion around the rod, and fasten the ends of the rod.

5. Continue rolling the hair on spiral rods until all of the hair is wrapped.

6. Leave the hair on the spiral rods for at least an hour, then remove the rods and carefully arrange the curls with your fingers.

7. Give the spiral curls a light spritz of hairspray to prolong the curls.

Tips & Warnings

• Spiral curls will hold best on naturally curly hair that hasn't been washed for at least a day because the natural oil in the hair will prolong the life of the curls.
• If your hair is very thick or long, you may want to curl only the bottom part of the hair, instead of the entire head.
• Feel free to experiment with different sizes of spiral rods, even mixing them to create both large and small curls.

[wana]

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