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How to Curl Hair With a Curling Iron

Curls can add an alluring bounce or subtle glamor to your hair that can always be useful to know for a last minute decision of a night out on the town. Whether you're after a flip of the ends or spiral curls, learn how to curl hair like a pro, so you don't have to pay one to do it for you.

Difficulty:
Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

  • Curling Irons
  • Light Hair Spray
  • Blow Dryers
  • Hair Accessories
  • Hairbrush Or Comb
  • Hair Clips
  • Mirrors
  • hair product- mousse, hair gel or styling spray
    • 1

      Begin by applying a styling gel, mousse or styling spray to clean, damp hair and blow dry until completely dry. Your curls will form better and last longer with the aid of good quality hair products.

    • 2

      Clip your hair back in multiple sections. Release one section and brush or comb it to remove any knots or tangles. Spray lightly with a soft-hold hairspray if your hair is very fine and doesn't hold curls well.

    • 3

      Begin with the undersection of your hair, working your way up to the top. Twist a small section of your hair with your hands for spiral curls, or take a flat, larger section for loose curls.

    • 4

      Open the curling iron by pressing the lever and insert your hair. Close the curling iron barrel on your hair, making sure that all of the ends of that section are completely enclosed in the barrel.

    • 5

      Roll the iron up and hold it for about 10 seconds.

    • 6

      Open the curling iron and release the curls. Proceed with other sections until all areas have been curled.

    • 7

      Flip your head and shake out the curls, then style your hair with your fingers.

    • 8

      Spray with a light hold hair spray to keep your curls in place. For humid climates use a humidity resistant hair spray.

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