To curl hair with a flat iron, follow these expert steps for best results:
- Prepare Your Hair
Start with dry, brushed hair. Apply a heat protectant spray to prevent damage
- Section Your Hair
Take small sections of hair; smaller sections create more defined curls
- Position the Flat Iron
Hold the flat iron horizontally near the roots of the section. Clamp the hair between the plates
- Twist the Flat Iron
Twist the flat iron 180 to 360 degrees (one full turn) away from your face while keeping the hair wrapped around the iron. This twisting motion is key to forming curls
- Glide the Iron Down
Slowly glide the flat iron down the length of the hair while maintaining the twist. The slower you go, the tighter the curl; faster movement results in looser waves
- Finish the Curl
Once you reach the ends, you can release the hair or slightly twist the iron outward to shape the curl. Optionally, run the flat iron quickly over the ends to loosen tight curls
- Set the Style
After curling all sections, lightly spray with a flexible hold or texture spray to help the curls last longer and add volume
Additional tips:
- Use a flat iron with rounded or beveled edges for smoother curls
- Practice the wrist twist motion to get consistent curls
- Curl away from the face on both sides for a natural look
This technique creates smooth, natural-looking curls or waves using a tool typically meant for straightening
. It may take practice to perfect the wrist twist and speed, but it is an effective and versatile styling method
