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• Method 1 of 3: Heat rollers
• Tips
• Necessities

Full, curly hair is really hot right now, but it can be difficult to get it right. With a curling iron you get cramps in your arms, and those types of curls also quickly fall out. Putting on hair rollers (curlers) may seem like something your grandma used to do, but there are several techniques you can use to make this beauty trick all the way back to the 21st century!

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Method 1 of 3: Heat rollers

1. Choose the rollers. Small rollers give you tight curls, while large rollers give you soft, large waves. You need at least medium length hair to use large rollers. You can actually use heat rollers with all hair types, except for very thin or brittle hair. They also work well to combat frizz.
   • If you have long, thick hair, you will need at least ten to 12 rollers. For shorter or finer hair, five or six rollers is sufficient. Felt rollers make your hair extra soft and shiny, which is great if you have frizzy hair quickly.
   • If you have a lot of curls of your own, blow-dry it straight before twisting it on the rollers. Then you get nice smooth, uniform curls.
2. Preheat the rollers. It is important to preheat the rollers so that they are at the optimal temperature when you start. Follow the manufacturer's directions for use. If you have heat rollers that you can set to different temperatures, experiment until you find the right temperature for your hair.
   • For tight, spiral curls, use small rollers and a high heat. For softer, loose curls, use large rollers and a low heat.
3. Leave the rollers in until your hair has cooled. Let the rollers cool completely before removing them from your hair. If you take the rollers out too quickly, the curls will not stay as long. Thick hair may take longer to cool, but wait a little longer. The result will be there!
4. Choose your rollers. Foam rollers can be used on a variety of hair types, but they work especially well on fine and brittle hair, as they won't damage or pull too hard. Choose the rollers depending on how big you want the curls to be. The smaller the roller, the tighter the curl. Large rollers give soft, subtle curls. You need at least medium length hair to use large rollers.
   • Large rollers may not work as well if you have fine hair because it will get too heavy and cause them to fall out. Experiment with rollers to see what works well for your hair.
5. Twist the hair on the sides on the rollers. Divide each section in half horizontally by combing it into a part just above your ears with a pointed comb. Roll both of these parts down (away from your face, towards your neck hair) and secure with clamps.
   • You can use larger rollers at the bottom and smaller rollers on top, then it will look a bit more natural.
6. Divide the back into three or four sections, depending on how thick your hair is. Rotate each section on a foam roller, towards your neck. Secure with clamps.
7. Choose the rollers. You can use all kinds of rollers if you want to water wave your hair. Wire wraps or adhesive rollers are the easiest to screw in, but can sometimes get caught in thick or curly hair. Foam rollers roll up fairly easily, but because they are spongy, it takes much longer for your hair to dry. Soft, magnetic clips hold the hair very lightly and give beautiful curls, but are difficult to twist. Experiment until you find rollers that work best for you.
8. Wash your hair and apply conditioner. Since your hair will dry while it's under tension, it's good to use an extra-moisturizing shampoo and conditioner before watering it. You can squeeze excess moisture from your hair in the shower, but don't towel dry it. Comb your hair well when it is wet.
9. Let your curls dry. If you don't want to heat your hair, let your hair air dry completely before removing the rollers. This can take several hours or even an entire night. You can also blow dry your hair with the rollers in it. If you do, leave the rollers on for another 15 minutes when your hair is dry to allow your hair to cool and the curls to set.

Tips

• Pick up and tuck tufts of hair that fall out as you twist.
• You can also do Method 1 with adhesive rollers or wire wraps. But don't use roll-on rollers if you have thick or curly hair. They can get trapped and damage your hair.
• Experiment with different sized rollers and - if using heat rollers - with different temperatures until you have the curls you want. Rollers are better for your hair than a curling iron, so feel free to go all out with different styles!
• Brush your hair well before putting in the rollers.

Necessities

• Pointed comb
• Hair rollers
• Clamps or pins to secure the rollers
• Hairspray
• Hairdryer