Curling irons for medium length hair: how to choose and make curls?

A curling iron is an electrical household appliance designed for curling straight hair, straightening naturally curly curls, corrugating and styling hair. The device operates on a 220V electrical network and is equipped with heating elements, which puts it on a par with devices that require increased attention to safety measures.

Curling irons are divided into subspecies, the name of which is determined by the intended purpose of the device and its additional characteristics. Before purchasing this device, it is necessary to draw up a list of requirements, the definition of which it must meet.

Among the main ones are:

• the size of the diameter of the working area;
• its length;
• the presence of an emphasis;
• the length of the power cord;
• overall dimensions;
• power.

The size and shape of the curls that can be curled depend on the indicators of the total diameter of the working area. The larger the value of this parameter, the larger the circumference of the hair curls.

A special stop allows you to lay the hot curling iron on any surface without damage and the risk of fire. In compact versions, such an emphasis may be absent due to the expediency of saving the space occupied by the device. The presence or absence of support should be considered based on personal needs.

The length of the power cord is one of the most important factors in determining the choice of a curling iron.Compact models may have a shortened cord, which is acceptable for use in hotels or motels. The rooms of such institutions provide for a close arrangement of food points and mirrors. At home, the outlet near the mirror may be absent, which will create the need to use additional means of lengthening the power cord.

The dimensions of the hair curler are taken into account depending on the plan for its further use. If the shaping of the hairstyle will be carried out often, it is necessary to select a curling iron of small size and weight., in order to exclude fatigue and muscle tension, since during the use of the device the hand holding it is constantly suspended. Size also matters when the curling iron is intended for travel applications. The small size will save space in your luggage and increase your free space.

The power of the device determines its technical capabilities. The more powerful the curling iron, the faster it will heat up to the desired temperature. Due to the increased power, the temperature threshold can be increased. However, for fine hair, high temperatures can be harmful.

The curling iron model can be equipped with additional control functions. These include: temperature controller, thermostat, light indication and others. The presence of a temperature controller allows you to change its threshold depending on the needs. The higher temperature helps to shape the hair, fix it faster and better. Low temperature values ​​have a gentle effect on the hair.

Most of the models equipped with a regulator are also equipped with a thermostat, which is designed to stop the heating process after the set temperature threshold is reached. Models without a controller can also be equipped with a thermostat. This allows you to reduce the risk of overheating of the device, which is associated with the safety of its operation, to save electrical energy and not to overload the network.

It is worth paying attention to the surface material of the heating element. It can be made from metal, ceramic, titanium, or another alloy.

Before curling your hair with a curling iron, you need to prepare it. The first step in preparation is to cleanse your hair. To do this, they must be washed using gentle means: shampoos, foams, cream soap, etc. The name of the means for washing the head depends solely on the individual characteristics of the physiology of a particular person. It is not advisable to recommend any remedy.

Washed hair must be thoroughly dried from roots to ends. This can be done with a household hair dryer or naturally. If any part of the hair remains damp, the uniformity of the curl may be disturbed., as well as for dry and wet hair, the waviness retention time will change. As a result, one part of the hair will be straightened naturally, while the other will remain curled, which will lead to visual imbalance and ruin the hairstyle.

Pre-application of hairspray is allowed. If it is applied, it is necessary to control the temperature regime so as not to overheat the varnish, as it may lose its fixing properties. The fixation strength parameter is determined by the user individually and does not affect the overall outcome of the curling process.

The varnish can be applied after completing the shaping of the hairstyle.When spraying it, it is necessary to control the position of the curls, as they can be fixed in the wrong position.

In order for the hairstyle to meet all the requirements, to have a suitable shape and be beautiful, it is necessary to prepare all the necessary tools before curling and plan the process step by step. This approach will allow you to avoid unforeseen situations, reduce the risk of damage to your hairstyle.

To form curls at home, you will need the following set of tools:

• curling iron;
• combs (regular and styling);
• hairpins, elastic bands and other hair fixing means;
• additional mirror (for viewing the back of the head);
• other related tools.

Before winding the first curls, you should make sure that you can freely control the device. That the length of the cord allows them to reach the farthest strands, and there are no objects and furniture nearby, the presence of which would complicate the process.

Then follow the instructions step by step.

Connect the device to the network for warming up. If possible, then set the required temperature threshold. Since the curling begins with the distant strands of hair growing on the back of the head, the strands on the crown and on the sides must be fixed with the help of fixation means in such a position in which they will not interfere with the curling of the remaining ones.

Select one strand. The amount of hair in it should be medium. A large segment of hair will warm up for a long time and unevenly. The hair inside the ring will be overheated, while the outside will not yet be heated. A small segment of hair will warm up quickly, which increases the risk of overheating the strand and negatively affecting the hair in general.

Pull the strand with your free hand. Use tongs to squeeze it at the roots and, in a clamped position, draw them from roots to ends, evenly warming the hair. When the clamp of the curling iron reaches the edge, it is necessary, by rotating the device, to return it to the roots. In this case, the hair will be wrapped around the cylindrical working part.

At this stage, the strand is rewound and shaped. To do this, slightly lift the curled hair with your palm and let it go freely. That way they will assume their best position. Then the process is repeated. A new strand is formed, warmed up and curled. When all the hair left for curling is curled, it is necessary to separate a new segment from the fixed hair and proceed to its identical processing.

The rules and methods for curling hair depend on several factors:

• hair length;
• the size of the curls;
• types of curling.

Large curls are well suited for long and voluminous hair. For best results, curl them correctly according to the instructions.

To get the spirals, it is necessary to apply coils of hair to the curling iron in a special way. They should not lie on top of each other, but next to each other.... In this case, the curl will turn out to be spiral. A tighter arrangement of the turns will make the spiral accentuated. The free position will move the turns of the spiral apart from each other, which will make it more open.

For light curls or to create waves, you can use the following method: do not pinch the hair with tongs, but wind it over the work area.

In order for the curls to last for a long time, they must be fixed with hairspray. If you do not fix it, any external influence will ruin the shape of the curl and the entire hairstyle as a whole. To select the length of the mold retention period, a varnish with an appropriate fixation threshold is used. A higher threshold will allow you to keep your hairstyle in proper condition for as long as possible and keep it under the influence of external influences: wind, moisture, touch, etc. The varnish is sprayed from a distance of 30 cm with a smooth movement of the aerosol jet along the strands.

You will learn how to make medium-length voluminous curls in the next video.