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How to Use a Curling Brush

Using a curling brush is easier than you think! The technique varies slightly depending on the type of brush (heated or non-heated) and your hair type, but the core principles remain consistent. This guide will cover the basics.

Before starting, select the right curling brush. Heated curling brushes offer faster results, while non-heated brushes (like Denman brushes, often used for curly hair) require more technique and patience. Smaller sections of hair are generally easier to manage with any type of brush, as noted in a YouTube tutorial demonstrating how to create ringlets.

Using a Heated Round Curling Brush

  1. Prep your hair: Start with dry or slightly damp hair. Apply a heat protectant spray.
  2. Section your hair: Divide your hair into manageable sections. Smaller sections yield tighter curls.
  3. Wrap and curl: Place the section of hair onto the brush near the roots. Slowly rotate the brush away from your face, moving it down the hair shaft. Hold for a few seconds to set the curl. The Calista Tools blog suggests a slow, gentle motion.
  4. Repeat: Repeat steps 2-3 for each section of hair.
  5. Set your style: Once all sections are curled, allow your hair to cool. You can use hairspray for extra hold.

Using a Non-Heated Curling Brush (e.g., Denman Brush)

  1. Apply product: Use a curl-defining product to your damp hair.
  2. Section your hair: Divide hair into smaller sections.
  3. Brush and scrunch: Use the brush to gently detangle and shape your curls. Some users, as described in a Reddit thread, bounce the brush at the roots to define curls and then scrunch to encourage clumping.
  4. Air dry or diffuse: Allow your hair to air dry or use a diffuser attachment for faster drying.

Tips for Success

  • Practice makes perfect: Don't be discouraged if your first attempts aren't perfect.
  • Experiment with section size: Smaller sections create tighter curls, larger sections create looser waves.
  • Use the right products: Heat protectants (for heated brushes) and curl-defining products (for non-heated brushes) are essential.
  • Watch tutorials: YouTube videos (such as "HOW TO: Curling Brush | Short/Medium Length Hair") can provide visual guidance.

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