subject: Best Curling Irons For Waves [print this page] There are different curling irons to be used to create different textures. If your hairstyles are looking monotonous and you want to give them a bit of a boost, why not try creating lovely lush and loose waves?
There are several traditional methods you can try in order to obtain loose waves, such as braiding, scrunching and using rollers, but these can sometimes be lengthy processes and won"t give you the exact type of wave you are looking for.
Did you know that you can create perfect, loose waves with a curling iron?
This is an easy thing to do if you have the right curling iron and the correct technique for creating waves. With curling irons you get different barrel sizes and each size is suited to different types of curls. A narrow barrel will produce tighter, springier curls and that"s not what we want at the moment. For long loose waves the best barrel size is 2 inches in diameter, working well for creating fat curls as well. You can also opt for a double or triple barrel curling iron, allowing you to create S shape or figure eight shaped curls and waves faster since the barrels work on larger sections of hair at a time.
If you want the most natural looking waves without split ends, dryness or frizz, you would do your best to avoid using cheap curling irons with metal plated barrels. Using a good quality curling iron should save your locks from damage and even improve shine and health when applied correctly.
How to use the best curling irons for waves? Check out the following steps.
1.Make sure your hair is dry and add a thermal protective product, distributing it evenly. If you have any around, use a wave or curl product on your locks for best results, though keep it light, you don"t want to weigh down your hair.
2.While you wait for the curling iron to heat up, separate a section of hair that is 1 inch thick more or less and wrap it around the barrel once it"s hot. Hold the barrel about 2 or 3 inches from your scalp. If you want more waves, twist the section around your fingers before wrapping it around the barrel.
3.Hold the lock of hair around the barrel for about 10 seconds and release. Repeat the previous step with all of your hair until it is all styled into waves. Finish off with a light holding spray.
