Curling hair with a flat iron creates bouncy curls and not ringlets. It is a bit challenging, but once you get the technique down, you can master it for an amazing red-carpet-ready look.
Here you will get to know how to get the beautiful curls and lovely locks that result when using a flat iron. Just follow the steps and enjoy the versatility of a flat iron.
Note: Excessive hairstyling may lead to hair thinning. It’s a common cause of hair loss in women. So, avoid styling your hair when you’re just going to stay home.
How To Curl Hair With A Flat Iron
Before starting to curl your hair, you have to decide on the kind of curls you wish to have. Whether you want bouncy curls or loose romantic curls or casual beach curls.
1. Select the flat iron
Things to consider while selecting the right flat iron for curling include the plate type. The most common types of iron plates available are titanium and ceramic. Titanium flat irons are a bit pricier and heat rapidly and evenly.
Whereas ceramic irons are comparatively cheaper and great for the majority of hair types. Also, consider the width and shape of the iron plates. If you want to choose an iron for both straight hair and curls, select a slimmer iron with rounded edges.
Also, consider the temperature feature of the flat iron. Different hair types and styles require diverse temperatures. So choose an iron as per your hair type.
Cost is also an important factor. Flat irons are totally worth investing money in. These flat irons last longer, and perform wonderfully, without damaging your hair.
2. Keep the other tools ready
Before starting to curl your hair, you need to do a little prep work. Start by gathering all the other necessities to get the job done perfectly. These include heat protectant spray, hair clips or hair ties, a brush, a wide-tooth comb, and a hair spray.
3. Start with washed, dried hair
Before commencing the curling process, make sure that you have washed your hair and given it time to properly dry. Curling wet hair doesn’t last long and may damage your hair.
4. Use hair protectant
While using a flat iron on your hair, a temperature between 250-400 degrees Fahrenheit is being applied directly to your hair. So in such circumstances, it is critical to use a heat protectant for your hair.
These protectants act as a barrier between your hair and the heat and saves your hair from potential damage. Heat protectants also help in strengthening and smoothing the hair follicles.
5. Section your hair
Proper sectioning of hair will help you manage your hair during the curling process. Make sure to work from the bottom up while curling hair on the iron. Start by making sections of parts throughout your hair. Tie the remaining hair up by using hair clips. Section your hair either right or left, or front or back, depending on the density of your hair.
6. Start curling
To get the best results, make sure to tackle only one-inch sections at a time. There are many techniques for different kinds of curls. However, the basic technique is to start curling from bottom to top.
Pull the iron down and at the point where you want the curls to start, just rotate the flat iron 180 degrees, always away from your face. Now pull down the flat iron to the end tips of your hair and release.
For more secured curls, you need to rotate the iron 360 degrees. The more horizontal you hold the iron, the more secured and tighter the curls will be.
Also the faster you pull down the hair, the looser the curl will be. Keep repeating the same technique on each one-inch section of your hair.
7. Finish the look with a hairspray
Once done with curling, use a wide-toothed comb, or a brush, or run your fingers through your hair to give it a more natural look. Set your curls with a hair spray, to ensure a perfect look that lasts. Using a high-shine smoothing serum on your hair will give a charming red-carpet-ready look.
Conclusion
Make sure to use the correct technique to curl your hair using a flat iron. A straightener can also give you great results and is a multi-purpose tool to create both straight and curly styles.
I’m Natalia, the mind behind HairLossCares.net. I was facing hair fall a few years back. I’m sharing my experience on this blog.