Root volume irons: how to choose and use?
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It is very important for the fair sex to have a beautiful hairstyle, and the root volume plays an important role in it. Without it, the head will not look too clean and oily. Special cosmetics can save the situation, in addition, thermal devices become excellent helpers. In this article, we will focus on a special iron designed specifically to create volume at the hair roots.
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Peculiarities
Thermal hair styling devices are very multifunctional, therefore, they can be used for various purposes. However, in general, the principle of operation will not differ from the classic rectifier, since the structure of the devices is similar. According to user reviews, its application does not require a long time and special skills.
The root volume iron can be used on short, medium and long hair. It is often used by experts in beauty salons to create spectacular hairstyles, as well as lovely young ladies at home. I must say that this tool is presented in a wide range on the market, therefore each consumer can purchase the desired option, focusing on their own needs and price category.
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Among the features of such products, a number of other factors should be noted. First of all stands out ease of use of such irons. In addition, the effect can occur both on individual curls and on the entire length of the hair. The volume will look very beautiful and natural, no matter how long the strands are and what type they are.
Experts recommend using only high-quality devices from trusted manufacturers. They will help maintain the structure of the hair. The hairstyle will last for quite a long time, possibly for several days. The products are presented in such a wide range that you can choose a device according to your wishes and at an affordable price.
However, it should be noted that there may be disadvantages. These include cheap products with poor-quality coating. It is very easy to damage your hair and dry it with such an iron.
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The classic root volume iron is a device with straight and even plates. However, the fair sex can use other models as well. A corrugated iron with a wavy surface is popular, with the help of which not only volume is added in the root zone, but also it becomes possible to style hair in beautiful waves. It is impossible to ignore the models that allow you to make a lush styling, which have a moving cylindrical roller.
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Manufacturers follow the needs of women, so a special iron to create volume at the roots. Its plates are usually thinner than conventional straighteners, making it easier to grip the hair. In addition, a protective surface is very important to prevent overheating of the curls.
However, specialized products are still not in demand as much as the irons, which have the function of corrugation, loved by lovely young ladies. They help create neat waves in the hair. The volume at the roots is created in a matter of seconds, since the strands are clamped by the plates for just a couple of seconds.
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How to choose?
The modern market offers a variety of hair styling accessories. Each of them has its own characteristics. When choosing, you must follow the recommendations of professionals - this will help protect you from mistakes.
There are several indicators that you need to pay attention to. The first of these is the material of manufacture. This is a very important point, since contact with the iron occurs constantly during styling, respectively, these surfaces must be absolutely safe for hair. The best quality coatings are ceramics, teflon and tourmaline. They have the most gentle effect.
As for the length and width of the device, here you should focus on your preferences. Do not lose sight of the length of the curls. It is more convenient to lay the shortest ones with an iron having a small working surface, with long ones - the situation is the opposite.
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The temperature regulator allows you to set the desired indicator, preventing overheating. Hair remains healthier.
It is also important to choose the right power. For home use, 45-60 watts is sufficient.
Indicators less should not be used in the case of corrugation, since it will heat up for a long time, the curls will not turn out too elastic, and it will take time to lift the hair.
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How to make volume at the roots?
In order to add volume to the hair using a special iron, special skills are not required. Let's consider step by step how the process goes.
It is required to carry out manipulations exclusively with clean hair, so first you need to wash your hair, and then dry thoroughly. Next, protection is applied. This is also a prerequisite, since the care products create a thin film on the hair that protects it from damage.
The temperature to which the iron is heated should be 160-180 degrees. The hair is divided into small strands, each of which is combed and clamped tightly in the tool for 3-5 seconds. The hair should be raised to help create volume at the roots.
The final touch is the fixation.The hairstyle needs to be sprinkled with styling products that will help to fix the effect for a long time.
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