Curler for long hair: how to choose and use it correctly?
Every woman tries to look good and change her image. Some people like straight hair, others dream of curls. Wavy curls can be created in many ways, one of which is curling the strands with curlers. They will create natural frizz without damaging your hair.
What curlers are best for you?
If you can imagine exactly what your hairstyle will be made of curls, in the creation of which the curlers will participate, then all that remains is to choose the right model.
- Curler boomerangs. This type is designed to create curls of different diameters. These curlers are considered the most reliable and comfortable, because they do not affect the hair in a temperature way and do not have elastic bands and clips, which has a beneficial effect on the structure of curls. The curlers have a rubber or foam rubber base on a flexible rod. They can be rolled up at night, they are comfortable, do not interfere with sleep. Best applied to damp hair, as the dense structure may prevent severely wet hair from drying out well. If the strands are dry when curled, you may get unwanted volume.
Applying boomerangs on short hair will add volume to your hairstyle, while long hair will have distinct wavy curls. You can use them often. They do not spoil the structure and quality of the hair.
- Wooden. Made from natural material and designed to curl dry hair. Wet ones can transfer moisture to the wood, from which the hairstyle will bend for a long time. Of course, you cannot sleep in such devices, it is better to read the process in the morning and walk all day.They are not enough for a long time, since wooden curlers absorb fat from the head and get very dirty. Winding on this type is very difficult, because thin strands are taken and wound strictly into the cut spirals.
Before use, mousse or foam is applied to the curls to increase fixation. This type of curling is more suitable for long hair. From it, thin spirals are obtained, creating a strong volume, similar to the African hairstyle.
- Metallic. The most reliable and durable, have a low cost. The use is quite difficult, because it is necessary to properly wind the hair and tighten it with an elastic band. These curlers are suitable only for damp or wet strands. Due to the presence of holes in them, the winding process can be accelerated by using a hairdryer. Of course, the metal on the head is felt; sleeping in such devices is uncomfortable. The size of the curl wave depends on their size. The downside is the strong electrification of the hair and, with prolonged use, the appearance of split ends.
- Plastic. The best hair curlers for long curls. Comfortable and light enough, provide gentle curls, secure with elastic bands or sticks. They wash well, have small thorns for better fixation of the strands, the hairstyle is preserved for a long time, as it dries well through the holes in the devices. Of course, you won't be able to sleep in them. Hair can be done quickly with a hairdryer. For light curls, you can slightly wet them and dry for 20 minutes with hot air. Curlers are suitable for long and short hair. The size of the curls depends on the diameter of the items.
The disadvantage of such plastic devices is the ripping of some hairs on the thorns when untwisting the strands.
- Rubber. They have a small diameter, dense shape without holes, they are well fixed on the head, which allows you to leave the curlers overnight. Have a low cost. They are very tightly pressed to the head and are often capable of tearing at the attachment point. Therefore, it is best to apply on short hair. They will dry faster and the hairstyle will last for a long time.
- Foam rubber. The most comfortable, soft, do not put pressure on the head and well absorb excess moisture from the strands. They do not make creases, increase the root volume. Perfect for long hair. Despite the fact that such a model wears out quickly, it can be easily purchased at a low price.
- Thermo curlers. Such devices are in the form of dense cylinders with small spikes. They are heated by high temperature and contain wax or paraffin. Therefore, the hair is well warmed up, which is why it winds up strongly. It is inconvenient to use them, because they are hot and you can burn yourself. Long-term use is undesirable, since these curlers dry out the hair, especially the ends. They are quite heavy and uncomfortable, but they do their job well. The curls are uniform, hold for a long time.
- Velvet. They are used mainly in professional salons, since they are quite inconvenient for home use. A special velor coating protects hair from tangling and prevents mechanical damage. Thanks to the holes, air circulation increases and passes through the curls, ensuring quick drying. They are capable of curling short hair and of medium length. They are fixed with special sticks.
How to wind your hair correctly?
In order for the curls to be the same and beautiful, it is necessary not only to choose a curler of a suitable shape, but also to apply the correct method of winding. To do this, you need to wash your hair well with shampoo. Apply a suitable fixing agent, mousse or foam to them, comb well.
In order to curl thin hair, it is better to take strands of small width. This will make the hairstyle appear thick with voluminous curls.
Always start winding from the top of the head, then go to the sides and at the end to the front. Moisturize your hair a little as it dries; you can simply spray it with a spray bottle. Rubber-retained curlers can leave creases, which will of course affect your hair. It is better to use sticks or pins for fixing. Never twist the ends when unscrewing.
It is better to use foam rubber models at night. It is necessary to remove the devices only after the hair is completely dry. It is undesirable to comb immediately, wait twenty minutes. It is better to lay it with your hands, then fix it with varnish. By following these simple rules, you will achieve beautiful curls.
Precautionary measures
If you frequently use curlers, remember that the structure of the hair can deteriorate, as curling and unrolling injures the bulb and the hair is torn out. They weaken and dry out. Metal types and heat rollers are especially harmful if they are abused. They provoke split ends and electrification. You should definitely not dry your hair on iron devices. They break the curls.
Secrets of good styling
- The most common and simple styling method, which not only fixes the hairstyle, but also protects the hair from the negative effects of the procedure, is use of beer. For this, the hair is moistened not with water, but with a low-alcohol agent containing yeast.
- If you use instead of mousse or foam gelatin, you will nourish your hair with useful components and provide yourself with a beautiful and long-lasting styling. To do this, dilute a teaspoon of the product in a glass of water until it swells. After that, apply to the strands before winding.
- Sweet water it is also an excellent retainer. Dissolve a few spoons in a glass of water and apply to the strands before curling. The effect will please you very much. Curls hold for a long time and are easy to model.
With a wide range of hair curlers, you can create beautiful hairstyles that are suitable for both everyday life and for the holiday. Curls look great on both long hair and short hair.
For information on how to properly use curlers for long hair, see the next video.