Tis the season for beautiful voluminous hair, which is why we have put together our top tips for curling your hair like a professional…

Whether your hair naturally falls in ringlets or takes some seriously persuasive styling to hold a curl, you know that getting, managing, and maintaining curly hair can be a lot of work. With these top tips for curling your hair like a professional, you will be sporting a mane of luscious locks in no time, with a few tricks up your sleeve to make sure your ‘do’ stays frizz-free and bouncy. 

Get on the Tools

First on our list of tips for curling your hair like a professional is to look into the tools available out there – the quickest way to achieve even waves is with heated styling tools. Whether you prefer to use a straightener, iron, or rotating hair curler will depend on the length and type of your hair, as well as the kind of curls you’re hoping to achieve. For shorter hair looking to create a tighter ringlet, an iron or curler with a small barrel is likely going to be your best option. However, for those who like the option between silky straight and luscious locks, then a good quality straighter might be the tool for you.

Don’t be fooled into thinking that heating tools are only for those without curls to begin with. Taming a head full of natural ringlets is no easy feat, and heated tools are a necessity for those looking for a quick and convenient way to achieve their desired look.

Hold the Heat

If you want a regular curl but worried about damaging your tresses by overusing your heating tools, then there are other a lot of alternatives for creating the perfect curl that don’t require heat. Hair rollers may seem like an outdated method, but they remain a great way to achieve glamorous curls without the need for heat. By rolling your hair when it’s damp and allowing it air dry, you will have long-lasting curls that will have a lot of hold – even before adding any setting products.

There are some DIY options for curling or managing curly hair, such as using a ribbon around your head and creating a ‘halo’ to wrap sections of hair. This avoids existing curls becoming overly frizzy when you sleep, and if done when the hair is damp, you can create beautiful loose locks overnight.

Sleep Easy

As mentioned, sleeping is when your carefully curated curls are likely to become a disheveled, frizzy mess. By employing a few tricks, you can make your curls last for up to a week. The headband/ribbon halo method is one way to try to minimize movement in your curls overnight. If you have longer hair, you can also use a donut hair bun to wrap hair around on top of your head. Another option is to sleep with a silk headscarf or cap. Silk will allow the hair to brush over the material without frizzing. This means you can sleep comfortably without worrying about your hair rubbing against your pillow or bed sheets.

With some prep and care, you can create gorgeous full locks with or without heat styling tools. And best of all, you can extend the life of your curls with some easy tricks that won’t cost you the earth. What do you think of our tips for curling your hair like a professional? Let us know in the comments below!