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urling hair has become much easier thanks to the curling wand, which is quickly replacing the use of curling irons. Prior to using a wand, it is always recommended that you prepare your hair by using a heat-protector styling product. When using a wand, remember to use a glove, since the wand does not have a clip like a
curling iron does. Professionals suggest that heat settings below 200 degrees should be used on hair that is fine, thin or color-treated. However, you should never use a heat setting above 400 degrees. First, how you dry your hair impacts the outcome of the curl. If you prefer loose, natural curls, allow your hair to air-dry before curling it. But if you like curls with a lot of volume, then blow-dry it first. Dividing your hair into sections ensures similar curls throughout. Hair can be wrapped around the smaller end of the wand for tight curls and wrapped around the full length of the wand for larger curls. It is suggested that hair not be wrapped around the curling wand for more than ten seconds because of heat damage. If curls are too loose, they may be fixed by creating smaller sections. For hair that won’t hold a curl, start curling at the roots instead of halfway down your head. Doing so will lock in the heatmaking curls last longer. After, curls can be brushed out for a softer look or can be held together with hairspray.
A Few Effortless Tricks Start by pulling all of your hair back into a ponytail on the top of your head. Then, gather sections of your ponytail and curl them. After the ponytail is completely curled, take it down and touch up as needed. This creates a wavy look.
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Another trick is the way that you hold your curling wand. When held vertically, looser curls are created, but when held horizontally, this creates tight and bouncy curls. To create a more natural look, curl your hair in the direction away from your face.