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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