If you want extremely tight curls, you’ll need to make more rag curlers (roughly 15-20). If you want looser, bouncier curls, you’ll need fewer curlers (roughly 7-10). [1] X Research source
Start with the section of hair on the top of your head. Once you’ve finished curling the top section of your head, take the next section you’d like to work on out of its hair tie. Proceed until each section of your hair is in rag curlers.
Once you’ve rolled your piece of hair all the way up to your scalp, tie a knot at the end of your rag curl. You’ll only need to tie one knot, no need for a bow or double knot. Pull the ends of your fabric tight so that you curl will stay in place.
Leave the rag curlers in your hair overnight. Tie a head scarf around your head to keep your hair from getting frizzy while you sleep.
If you’re having trouble unknotting any of your rag curlers, you can cut them off with a pair of scissors. Be extremely careful if you do this, as you don’t want to cut any of your hair.
Not all foam curlers are pink, that is simply the most popular color. Any foam curlers will work just fine.
You will start with the middle section of hair, and then move on to the sides once you’ve finished.
Roll 1-inch pieces of hair into curlers all the way to the nape of your neck. This should take 4-8 curlers, depending on the size of the curlers and how much hair you have. At this point, you’re curlers should be in a mohawk type shape. After you’ve finished the middle section of your hair, roll the side sections of your hair into curlers, starting at your temple and working your way back. Each section should use 3-8 curlers. The bigger the curlers, the fewer you’ll need. The smaller the curlers, the more you’ll need. If you have thin or short hair, you’ll use fewer curlers. If you have long or thick hair, you’ll use more curlers. Tie a scarf around your head to keep your curlers in place overnight.
For tight and bouncy curls, use either a 3/8" or 5/8" curling iron. These sized curling irons will give you tight spiral curls that will beautifully mimic the look of a perm. For springy, bouncy curls that are larger near your scalp and tighter near the ends, use a curling wand. A curling wand will give your hair a pretty spiral curl. For full curls or defined waves, use a 1" curling iron. This size is recommended for shorter hair, and is great for creating beach-inspired hair styles. For large, voluminous waves, use either a 1. 25" or 1. 5" curling iron. This is a must have curling iron for every day, body-filled waves. [9] X Research source
How you dry your hair will depend on how you’d like your curls to look. If you want natural looking curls, let your hair air-dry before curling it. If you want full and voluminous curls, blow-dry your hair before curling it.
Before you divide your hair into sections, plug in your curling iron so that it has time to heat up.
Unclip the top portion of your hair, and grab the first piece you’d like to curl. Curl the top of your hair the same way you curled the bottom. Starting near the roots, wind small pieces around your curling iron. Continue until you have curled all of your hair.
Let your hair set until it is cool to the touch before you touch or comb your curls. Touching it too soon after curling can cause the curls to fall out. [13] X Research source Finish your look by spraying your curls with hairspray.
After you wash your hair, scrunch your hair while it is still damp. Squeeze small sections of your hair between your fingers, and crumple the ends up toward your roots. Look here for a more detailed guide about how to Scrunch Your Hair Overnight. [14] X Research source
To apply these texturizing products, rub a dime sized amount into your palms, and scrunch the product into your hair. You can use a few products as long as you use small amounts of all of them.
