Using a curling headband on short hair is achievable and can create beautiful, heatless waves or curls. The YouTube video titled "Heatless Curls On Short Hair...Does It Work?! #shorts" demonstrates a method that involves wrapping the hair around the headband and allowing it to set. Here’s a breakdown of how to do it:
Steps for Using a Curling Headband on Short Hair
Here's how to use a curling headband to get heatless curls on your short hair:
- Start with Slightly Damp Hair: Begin with hair that’s slightly damp but not soaking wet. This helps the hair conform to the shape of the headband and hold its curl better.
- Position the Headband: Place the headband on top of your head, similar to how you would wear a traditional headband. Ensure it's snug but not too tight.
- Begin Wrapping Hair:
- Starting on one side of your head, take a small section of your hair near the front.
- Wrap this section around the headband, moving away from your face.
- Pick up another section of hair and incorporate it into the wrap, just like you would when creating a french braid.
- Continue wrapping and adding hair sections as you move around your head.
- Secure the Ends: Once all hair is wrapped, secure the ends or tuck them underneath the wrapped hair.
- Wait and Let Set: Allow your hair to set in the wrapped position for a few hours, or ideally overnight. The longer you keep it in, the better your curls will set.
- Remove Carefully: Gently remove the headband, being careful not to pull on your curls.
- Style and Enjoy: Run your fingers through your curls to loosen them and add volume, if desired. You can add hairspray for a longer-lasting hold.
Tips for Success on Short Hair
- Section Size: Small sections work best to ensure all of the hair curls around the headband, especially if your hair is very short.
- Tension: Maintain even tension while wrapping the hair to create uniform curls. Too loose, and they may not hold; too tight, and they may be too crimped.
- Patience: Trust the process. It may take a few tries to get the hang of it. The video creator in the reference also mentions to “take your time and trust the process”
- Product: If your hair is naturally very straight or doesn’t hold curls well, use a little mousse or texturizing spray beforehand to help them set.
Example of Results (Based on the reference)
The video demonstrates the final result as having soft, natural-looking waves. The result is achieved by wrapping the hair around the curling headband, letting it set, and carefully taking the headband out. The curls or waves will vary depending on the length and type of hair and the way it is wrapped. The video shows that it does work on short hair and demonstrates the positive outcome.
