How To Curl Short
Hair: 7 Expert Tips
For short hair, use a curling iron with a 0.5- to 1-inch barrel. Shorter barrels define curls better.
Select a Curling Iron:
Dry and clean hair. You may add texture and grip to straight hair with a lightweight mousse or heat protectant spray.
Hair Prep:
Divide hair into manageable pieces. Short hair curls well in smaller portions.
Hair Sectioning:
Use an adjustable curling iron at a hair-type-appropriate temperature. Heat may vary for fine and thick hair.
Change Heat
Curling short hair away from the face is flattering. This boosts volume and features.
Curl away from face:
Your hair's thickness and desired curls determine how long you hold it on the curling iron. The average is 5-10 seconds.
Correct Hold Time
Spray your hair with a lightweight hairspray after curling it completely to set the curls without weighing them down.
Lightweight hairspray:
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