Guest Post: How to Curl Your Hair Like a Pro

I would always admire the gorgeous waves of models in magazines, but when I tried to curl my own hair, I never got the same fabulous results. When I became a professional, I learned that the secret is in the tool you use. I was using my same old Conair curling iron with the clamp that was caked with hairspray and suffering from years of misuse. Then I discovered the secret to natural and sexy curls is a curling wand. The first step to curling hair like a pro is investing in a curling wand, then you can follow these easy tips for the curls you want . . . and the look guys love.

How To:

1. Start with dry hair that is either clean or day old. Take the time to comb through it thoroughly so you don’t have to deal with snags later.

2. Mist hair all over with a heat protectant working spray. Starting at the face, divide hair in quarter inch diagonal sections following the shape of the hair line. As you get to the back, divide the section in half or thirds for more control.

3. When curling, point the wand downward and begin wrapping hair from the root to the ends. Be sure to use the protective glove on the hand that is not holding the curling iron.

4. Hold each curl for ten seconds to set and spritz with a finishing spray.

5. Run fingers through hair to loosen the curl. For definition and static control, apply a dime size of styling creme.

Products:

Working Spray
Finishing Spray
Styling Creme

Customize It:

While curls can look great on everyone, your face shape can help you to decide what type of curls are the most flattering choice. Customize your curls to get the most impact from your hairstyle.

Flirty Beach Waves: Oval Face, Round Face, Heart Face
Looser waves can elongate the face while the fullness conceals a smaller jaw.

Cute & Curly: Oval Face, Oblong Face, Diamond Face
A curlier style minimizes a longer face while the volume creates fullness around the forehead and jaw line.

Also the curling wand can add fullness to fine, flat hair or can be used to add definition to a naturally curly style, making it ideal for any hair type.

Say goodbye to your ten year old curling iron and invest in your style. From wavy and sexy to gorgeous, defined curls, the Ice Diamond curling wand will allow you to curl hair like a pro, and get the look you love.

Guest author bio:

Barb Quinn has been a professional hairstylist for over 30 years and has established herself as a nationally recognized hair designer, educator, and freelance writer. Barb has been chosen by her peers to serve on the advisory panel of Cosmos C International the global hairstylist network and is the Men’s Hair Category Expert for Answers.com. Thousands of women each day follow Barb’s hairstyling wit and wisdom on her highly successful blogs Hairstyle-Blog.com and Visual-Makeover.com.