There are many different hair types and textures, as unique as each of us. Straight hair, thick hair, thin hair, wavy hair and curly hair. Sometimes the grass is always greener, and we want to try out a new hairstyle that we don't naturally have!
Do you like a stunning pixie cut or shorter hair? Maybe you've been under the impression that loose curls and curly hair look better on long hair . Think again !
Those of us with short haircuts can have our best hair days in the form of curly hair. And there are many tips and tricks for curling short hair!
Sporty curls can make thin hair look thicker and work for almost any hair type. Short hairstyles can be enhanced with the addition of curls. I promise, there's a hair tutorial for all of us.
We've got seven tips to show you how to get natural curls if your hair is shorter – from using hot tools to curlers and specific hair products to help you get the beachy curls and waves you want.
Curly Hair Tutorials and Tips for Short Hair
With these tips and tutorials for getting curly hair, you will soon be able to switch your straight hair to the curly side.
1. Start with freshly washed hair
Starting with a blank page of clean hair is an important first step. If you start styling with unwashed hair , the natural oils and dirt accumulated by your hair can hamper curls.
Oily hair can potentially weigh down your style and curls may start to fall out or not hold as long as washed hair. Try Bounce Back Shampoo for Curly Hair to give yourself the clean slate your curls need to thrive. Hair should be dry if you want to curl short hair with a curling iron or towel-dried for heat-free curls.
2. Use a heat protectant
Protecting your hair from heat is one of the most important steps to styling your hair safely if you use heated styling tools. Direct heat on hair can easily and quickly damage hair strands. Heat damaged hair can potentially lead to breakage.
Our Remorseless Heat Protection and Taming Spray is a hydrating protectant that will block up to 450 degrees of heat. Heat damage can be mitigated by using a heat protectant spray every time you curl your hair (or use a straightener, for that matter).
3. Part your hair
Cutting your hair into sections will allow you to achieve consistency and keep your hair organized, no matter which method you choose to use for curling short hair! You can clip certain parts of your hair using clips or bobby pins to keep your curls consistent.
Keeping your hair in small sections when you curl it will ensure that your style is neat and you know exactly where you need to work next.
4. Choose your tool
Choosing the type of look you want for your short curls will determine the tool used to get the job done. The three most common tools are a curling iron, a curling wand, and a flat iron.
Curling short hair with a curling iron is a great option, even if you have short hair! One of the main advantages of using a curling iron is that the barrel (diameter) of the curling iron has size ranges. Typically, most curling irons measure between ¾ inch and two inches. This allows you to get curls as tight or loose as you want, giving you the perfect classic curl.
Curling short hair with a curling wand will give you curls with a noticeably different effect. A curling wand will help you achieve looser wave-type curls. Curling wands come in sizes similar to curling irons, giving you complete control over the type of curls you dream of.
Using a flat iron to curl short hair will work in a pinch, but it may not be the ideal tool depending on the length of your hair. There are, however, some advantages to using a flat iron on short hair rather than a curling wand or curling iron. The resulting curls will be somewhere between a curling iron and a wand.
5. Short Hair Curling Methods
According to experts, these are the best methods for curling short hair using heat tools!
Your hair should be dry, with a thermal protectant spray applied and your tool warmed up. For fine or delicate hair, staying at 200 degrees Fahrenheit or lower is a good idea. For thicker, coarser hair, 200 to 300 degrees should be sufficient.
You will need to get one that is about an inch wide if you are using a curling iron for short hair. Open the clip part of the curling iron and place it halfway between your scalp and your fingers, holding the ends of the hair.
Move the curling iron toward your fingers while closing the clip. When the curling iron is near your fingers, the tongs should be closed and held near the ends of the strands. Once the clip is attached, twist the barrel until you get close to your scalp with enough distance so you don't burn yourself.
Hold the curling iron for a few seconds and open the tongs to release the curl, and start again. Some testing may be necessary to ensure you are holding the heated tool long enough. The key is to keep it as long as possible, and it's best to start with less time.
When using a curling wand on short hair, you'll want to take a section of hair about an inch wide to wrap around the barrel. Hold the hair as close to the root as possible and wrap it around the barrel so that it spirals down the barrel. You'll want to try to get each section of hair to make as much contact with the barrel as possible.
Keep your fingers away from the hot barrel giving yourself a decent distance by holding about an inch from the ends. The gap between the finger and the barrel can be about half an inch or more, depending on the length of your hair. Hair should only need a few seconds of exposure to the wand. A few tests may be necessary to see how your hair reacts.
Flat iron curling on short hair will be similar to using a curling iron. Taking an inch wide of hair, held at the end of your fingertips, position the flat iron toward the beginning of the length at scalp level.
Attach the flat iron to the hair and turn the flat iron 180 degrees so that the strands point towards your direction. Move the flat iron toward the ends of your hair strands like a slow brush, releasing at the very end or brushing all the way through.
6. (Alternative) Curl Short Hair Without Heat
Although heated tools are fast, you can still get curls for your short hair without heat. This will require more time, but can be ideal for packing light or avoiding hair damage.
To prevent frizz and improve shape hold, we recommend applying a butter mask (our Hair Redemption Butter Mask is a great option!). Next, since you want your hair to be damp for this one, you should dry your hair after showering.
Once the hair is ready and sectioned, you will braid the hair, securing the ends with elastics. You can then let your hair dry overnight while you sleep . When you wake up, you can remove the braids for easy, heat-free beach waves.
If you want curls, we have the solution. Hair curlers are an easy way to get bouncy curls without worrying about heat damage. Separate damp hair into small sections and use a roller size compatible with the length of your short hair. Foam rollers are easy to sleep on, so when morning comes, you can easily remove your rollers, run your fingers through your hair, and be ready to go!
7. Style your hair
The finished product of your new short hair curls, whether achieved with braids, curlers or a hot tool, could use a product or two to maintain its shape.
Conclusion
Curling short hair may require some extra hair care, but that doesn't mean it's not possible! Curly hair can be achieved by using heat tools, braiding techniques and curlers.
Helpful products like Frizzies Hair Wax can provide the perfect base for your curls and help seal in your beautiful new style.
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