How Do You Curl Your Hair Out?
To curl your hair outward, away from your face, follow these steps:
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Section your hair: Divide your hair into manageable 1-inch sections. This ensures even heat distribution and prevents uneven curls.
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Clamp and wrap: Near the roots, clamp a curling iron onto a section of hair. Wrap the strand around the barrel away from your face. This is the key to creating outward-facing curls. Reference [1] supports this technique, stating to "wrap strands around the barrel away from your face."
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Hold and set: Hold the curling iron in place for approximately 10 seconds. Then, gently release the curl and allow it to cool completely before touching it. This cooling period helps set the curl. Reference [1] specifies a 10-second hold.
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Repeat: Repeat steps 2 and 3 on each section of your hair. Remember to consistently wrap the hair away from your face for uniform outward curls. Multiple sources ([1], [5], [7], [8]) recommend this method for creating lasting curls.
Tips for Long-Lasting Outward Curls
- Start with dry hair: Damp hair may not hold a curl as well as dry hair. As indicated in reference [10], a damp curl won't hold, and the hair should be completely dry.
- Use heat protectant: Protect your hair from heat damage by applying a heat protectant spray before curling.
- Curl away from the face consistently: This consistent technique, as discussed across several sources ([1], [5], [7], [8]), is essential for creating uniform outward curls.
- Let curls cool completely: Allowing the curls to cool before touching them helps them set better, and results in lasting outward curls, as noted in reference [1].
- Consider your hair type: Hair type and texture influence how well curls hold. Fine hair may require more attention to detail and possibly specific hair products. Some online sources (e.g., reference [6]) discuss challenges with fine hair holding curls.
Different Curling Iron Techniques
While the above method uses a traditional curling iron, other tools like curling wands ([7]) and even flat irons ([9]) can be utilized to achieve outward-facing curls. The techniques may vary slightly, but the core principle of wrapping the hair away from your face remains constant.
