Glossy, voluminous curls can complement hair of every length, colour and texture. For those without naturally curly hair, creating waves at home is possible with a few practical techniques, styling products and tools.
Curling hair can take time and patience, but the process becomes easier with the right method. Here are five ways to achieve curls or waves at home, including heat-free options and techniques using styling tools.
Heat-Free Ways to Curl Hair
1. Bobby Pin Method
Begin by parting the hair and dividing it into several small sections. Take one section at a time, starting from the top, and roll the hair from the ends towards the roots to create a coil.
Once the coil reaches the roots, secure it with a bobby pin. Leave the hair set for a few hours, or cover it with a silk scarf and keep it overnight for curls to form.
2. Sock Curl Technique
This method, which became popular on TikTok, works best on clean, towel-dried, damp hair. Divide the hair into four or more sections and place a sock at the top of one section.
Twist the section and wrap the hair around the sock as you move downwards. Repeat the process across the remaining sections, then secure the ends with hair ties. The ties should be firm enough to keep the hair in place overnight.
3. Velcro Rollers
Velcro rollers can add body and volume while avoiding the heat damage associated with heated styling tools. After washing the hair, use a towel to remove excess moisture.
Take sections of the damp hair and roll each one upwards until the roller sits securely against the scalp. Leave the rollers in place for a couple of hours, or until the hair is fully dry. Apply hairspray at the end to help maintain the style.
Methods Using Styling Tools
4. Curling Hair with a Straightener
A flat iron can be used to create waves as well as to straighten hair. Take a section around 1 inch wide and clamp the straightener at eyebrow level.
For beach waves, move the straightener through the hair in an S-shaped motion. To create curls, twist the iron away from the face and guide it down towards the ends. Stop just before reaching the tips of the hair.
5. Using a Curling Wand
A curling wand does not have a clamp and is suited to creating softer curls and waves. Before styling, brush the hair thoroughly and divide it into sections measuring about 1 inch each.
Wear a heat-resistant glove on the hand that is not holding the wand. Keep the wand vertical with its tip pointing down, then wrap the lower section of hair around the barrel. Twist the hair away from the face and continue until the ends are reached.
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