Whether hair is naturally curly, wavy or straight, having stylish, spiral curls is possible. Using a curling iron to achieve the look is one way to manage the spirals. Curly hair is the easiest to style into the desired spiral curl, while straight hair takes more time and practice. Wear spiral curls for a causal look or add polish to an elegant style for formal occasions. This hairstyle is best for mid-length to long hair with varying layer length. There is no need to visit a salon to achieve the look of perfect spiral curls.
Step 1
Wash hair and comb through to detangle hair.
Step 2
Apply styling gel to damp hair. Begin at the roots and smooth the gel through to the ends of the hair.
Step 3
Dry hair completely with a hairdryer. Use a diffuser attachment for curly hair.
Step 4
Place hair in a ponytail and leave the bottom layer loose and free from the ponytail, to begin making the spiral curls.
Step 5
Take a piece of free hair, approximately 1 to 2 inches in width, and place the end in the curling iron clamp. Twist the curling iron around hair until the whole strand of hair wraps around the outside barrel of the curling iron. Do not use the clamp on the curling iron.
Step 6
Hold the curling iron vertically for approximately 30 seconds. Straight hair or difficult-to-curl hair may require additional time with the curling iron.
Step 7
Release the hair from around the curling iron and continue to hold the iron vertically. Allow the curl to fall away from the curling iron.
Step 8
Spray the spiral curl lightly with hairspray.
Step 9
Gather the curl together and pin it to your head with a hairpin. Put the hairpin through the center of the curl to avoid crushing it.
Step 10
Repeat the process until all the loose hair is curled and then release more hair from the ponytail. Repeat curling and pinning all of your hair.
Step 11
Apply hairspray lightly all over your head to set the curls.
Step 12
Wait an hour before removing the pins. Allow the curls to bounce free. Do not use a hairbrush or comb on the curls. Arrange them with your fingers.
Tips and Warnings
- The smaller the barrel of the curling iron, the tighter the spirals.
Things You'll Need
- Comb
- Styling Gel
- Hairdryer
- Curling Iron
- Hairpins
- Hairspray
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