How to curl your hair with a curling iron

Every woman strives to be beautiful and irresistible, while their nature is absolutely unpredictable. Today you want to straighten your hair, but tomorrow, on the contrary, you want to curl it, you want small curls or delicate ringlets. If you like to experiment with your hairstyle, it’s worth figuring out how to curl your hair with a curling iron so that you will certainly be pleased with the result.

Curling iron - main purpose, how to use

The modern woman, thanks to the development of technology, has the opportunity to create irresistible images at home and there is absolutely no need to visit a beauty salon. The main thing is to choose the right curling tool and you will be able to twist and curl your hair yourself.

Professionals use different types of tools in their work. The modern market offers a huge variety of options and it is difficult not to get confused when choosing the right one for yourself. Let's look at the main, most common types of hair curling irons:

1. Round tongs. This form is classic and familiar to many. The device is characterized by a round rod attachment. The curling iron is equipped with a clip that allows you to fix the edge of the curl during curling.The diameter of the rod can be from 1 to 5 cm. Most often you can find electric tongs with a nozzle diameter ranging from 2 to 2.5 cm.
2. Electric crimpers for corrugations. If you want to give your hair “crimped” waves, you will need to buy a special curling iron with the appropriate attachments. The nozzle is made of two components, their working surfaces are made in the form of zigzags. The nozzle can be made with small and large waves.
3. Cone-shaped curling iron. By choosing this professional tool, you will be able to create various types of hairstyles with your own efforts. You can also create root volume. Many manufacturers offer curling irons of this type with a power regulator. The working plate is treated with a special compound, which can significantly reduce the negative impact on the structure of the curl.

REFERENCE. A curling iron of this design is made without a fixing clamp. The strand is soft and without kinks.

Hair preparation

Never forget the main rule - don't overdo it. Follow these steps:

1. Wash your hair. Our hair has a layer of natural fat and it is this layer that prevents styling products from sticking to the strands. The hair will become heavier and the curls will straighten, and the curling iron will heat the curls unevenly. Just wash your hair before the procedure to avoid unpleasant results.
2. Dry your locks. Your hair should be well dried before curling. Experts do not even recommend using hair fixing products.
3. Zone the strands. It should be four zones. This way you can significantly facilitate the winding process. Your hair will not get tangled and you will be able to curl it evenly.First of all, work with the occipital part, then move on to the temporal zones, and finally work with the parietal zone. Twist the bottom strands first and gradually move to the top ones.

To prevent your hair from curling, comb it constantly. For protection, apply a special product that reduces the negative effects of high temperatures.

How to curl your hair beautifully with a curling iron

If you want to curl your hair beautifully and get stunning curls as a result, then you should familiarize yourself with the basic rules of how to curl your hair beautifully. Here it is important to consider how long your hair is, because your actions should depend on this.

Depending on the different hair lengths, different curling options are suitable for women. The winding technique is also important.

Short hair

If you have short hair, you should not expect that after curling you will achieve large curls. If you decide to make small curls, be prepared for an “explosion” on your head. A curling iron with a medium-diameter rod will suit you.

REFERENCE. Using a curling iron, you can always add volume to your hair.

Medium length hair

Working with such a length is both easier and more difficult. Your work will be easier due to the fact that the curls will be shorter and easier to work with. The difficulty lies in the fact that you need to comply with the time frame, and it is also important to choose the right temperature regime. If you overdo it and risk getting a “lamb” hairstyle, it’s unlikely that you’re going for that result.

REFERENCE. For curling at home, experts recommend experimenting with the time and temperature of curling on an inconspicuous area on the back of the head.This way you can choose the optimal winding parameters for you.

Long hair

Any curl will look great at this length. It can be either small curls or gentle waves. The main problem is the weight of your curls. The longer the strand, the greater the load on the curl, and it will straighten out. To fix the resulting curls you will need a larger amount of fixing agent.

Some hair types are prone to frizz and can maintain their hairstyle for quite a long period of time. Others, on the contrary, quickly develop. The most gentle styling is waves, light curls and large curls. The length of the hair also affects the technology of curling. If you take a large strand, it will heat up unevenly on the heating element, therefore, the strands will be uneven. Separate thin strands and wind them over the entire heating area.

How to curl your own hair with a curling iron

Depending on the chosen winding technique, you can achieve a variety of effects.

To create vertical curls, follow the following algorithm:

1. Divide your hair into sections. Start from the back of the head. Take one strand, its width should be no more than 5 cm. Please note that the thicker your hair, the thinner the strand should be.
2. Comb it and pull it at a 90-degree angle from the head.
3. Warm up the curl with a curling iron, moving from roots to ends.
4. Wind the strand in a spiral around the curling iron. Each layer of the coil should not overlap the previous one. Follow the direction of the spiral from the handle to the very end of the heating rod.
5. Leave your hair in this state for 5-7 seconds.
6. Remove the curl from the curling iron and let cool.

Be careful.Do not press the curling iron to your face or bare hands, otherwise you risk getting burned. Do not hold your hair on the curling iron for too long, you may burn it or ruin its structure.

How to quickly style your hair with a curling iron

If you have limited time and really need to do your hair, you can resort to emergency curling methods.

You can divide your hair into strands, after which they will need to be lubricated with a special product to protect them from hot exposure.

Next, heat the curling iron to high temperature and go over each of them with hot tongs along the entire length. You should not leave the curling iron on the strands for too long, so as not to burn them. By following these tips, you can quickly create light curls and leave the house with a beautiful hairstyle.

Winding techniques

Every woman at least once in her life has tried to curl her hair with her own efforts. There are various winding techniques:

1. Vertical curl. To make such a curl you need to take a bunch of hair and run a heated curling iron through it. Work from the roots to the ends of the strands. In the next step, hold the tip of the hair on the curling iron and curl the rest of the strand. After 5-7 seconds, remove the strand from the curling iron.
2. Horizontal curl. You also need to separate your hair into sections. Separate one strand and fix its tip on a curling iron. Hold the tool in a horizontal position and wind the hair. Hold for about 5-10 seconds depending on what material your tool is made of. Once the curl is removed, let it cool. When all the curls are curled and cooled, take them apart with your hands and spray with hairspray to fix them.
3. Curls with a cone curling iron. When choosing this tool, you can create the most natural curls.This tool does not have a clamp, and to screw it on you will need to use a special thermal glove that comes with the tool. Be careful not to get burned.

Regardless of which hair curling method you choose, be careful. Do not set the device to high temperature, so as not to spoil your curls, and you will be pleased with the result.

Safety regulations

We figured out how to curl your hair correctly with a curling iron so as not to harm its health. Now it’s worth considering the safety rules that you should also pay attention to:

• Temperature. Some fashionistas, to save time, turn on the high temperature. You shouldn't do this, otherwise you'll ruin your curls.
• If you use metal tongs, the period of exposure to the strand should be no more than 20 seconds, and if you have ceramic tongs, this time can be increased to 50 seconds.
• Don't go overboard with large strands. They won't screw up.

Buy only high-quality equipment. Cheap options can only do harm and cheating will result in disappointment. Never leave a heated curling iron unattended, as this may result in a fire or burn.