How To: Curls Without Hot Rollers

Do you own a set of hot rollers? I've owned the same set since the 90s--is that weird? Hot roller sets are great because you can set your curl, get longer-lasting curls, tighter curls, and you can leave the rollers in while you do your makeup/house errands. But sometimes hot rollers come across as dated, or not user-friendly. Not true! For those not in the market for a set, or you just want to practice before you get your own set, you can fake it at home. Here's how to get curls without hot rollers:

T O O L S

• Curling iron (the smaller the barrel, the tighter the curl)
• Clips 
• Hairspray
• Heat protectant
• Brush/comb
• Optional: heat protectant glove

M E T H O D

Brush hair and apply heat protectant. Plug in and turn on curling iron. I'm going for the same size of curl, but if you'd like different-sized curls, then you'll need more than one size of iron.

Divide hair into 3 sections: left side, middle, right side. You can always divide your hair however you'd like.

Take about a 1 to 2 inch section of hair and roll under in the curling iron from ends to root.

Hold about 10 seconds.

Ok, this is kind of the tricky part. You need to slide the curl off of the iron while maintaining the curl shape. I'm using one of the clips, but if you have a glove, like ones included with curling wands, this step will be much easier. 

{invisible rollers in place + curls}

As you catch the hot curl carefully, pin it into place. It should look like there's an invisible roller in your hair.

Repeat on the rest of your hair. I like to start at the top of my section and move down. Spray with hairspray to set, if desired.

Allow to cool and set for 5-15 minutes. Visiting my blog: optional.

Remove the pins and break up the curls with your fingers to style. Spray again if needed/desired.

{settled down curls}

T I P S

• Hot rollers do work better, as they trap the heat, but this technique is a great way to fake the look.
• If you have a hard time sliding the hot curl off the iron, don't worry! Simply roll the curl around your fingers and clip.
• I used "duck bill" clips here, but bobby pins work in a pinch.
• The curling iron I used is 1 inch, but 1.5 inch will give looser curls.
• If your curls end up too curly (not a bad thing!), simply pull the curled sections.
• If you're looking for more volume with your curls, try velcro rollers and these tutorials:
• Blake Lively's Bouncy Curls
• How To Curl Your Hair With Velcro Rollers
• Emily's (Bachelorette) Hair

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