How to Make Straight Hair Curly Without Heat

Straight hair can be made curly without the damage caused by heat from a blow dryer or curling iron. Heat dries out hair and can contribute to frizzy split ends. Try these ways to make straight hair curly without heat and see how well they work for you.

Things You'll Need

• Rag ties
• Bobby pins
• Foam rollers
• Hair spray
• Styling gel

Instructions

Rag Ties

1. Cut strips of fabric in 3- to 4-inch strips that are 2 inches wide.

2. Section hair in three sections across the top, two sections on the sides and three sections down the back.

3. Roll each section of hair around fabric strips and tie the ends (or secure them with a small hair band).

4. Allow the hair to dry while it is wrapped around rag pieces.

5. Carefully unroll each hair section so the hair does not knot, and use a pick or wide-toothed comb to comb out the hair. Style with hairspray or spray gel.

Twist and Pin

1. Section the hair in three sections across the top, two sections on the sides and three sections down the back.

2. Twist each section of hair. Roll it around a finger and secure it close to the scalp with a bobby pin.

3. Allow the hair to dry while curled.

4. Carefully unwrap each hair section and use a pick or wide-toothed comb to comb out the hair. Style with hairspray or spray gel.

Foam Rollers

1. Section hair in three sections across the top, two sections on each side and three sections down the back.

2. Roll each section around the foam rollers and secure.

3. Allow the hair to dry while it is wrapped around the foam rollers.

4. Unroll the hair from each roller and use a pick or wide-toothed comb to comb out the hair. Style with hairspray or spray gel.

Tips & Warnings

• For looser curls, curl loosely around rags or rollers, or use two fingers to roll the hair if you're using the twist-and-pin method.