How do you curl with a curl machine?

To curl with a curl machine, also known as a curling iron, you generally follow these steps, incorporating the advice from the provided video:

Steps for Using a Curling Iron

1. Preparation: Start with dry, brushed hair. Ensure your hair is free of tangles.

2. Sectioning: Divide your hair into manageable sections. Smaller sections will create tighter curls, while larger sections will result in looser waves.

3. Heating the Curling Iron: Turn on the curling iron and allow it to reach the desired temperature. The temperature you choose will depend on your hair type and thickness.

4. Applying the Hair: Take a section of hair and hold the end.

5. Rolling the Hair: Place the curling iron near the roots of the hair, leaving a small portion uncurled and start to roll the hair around the barrel. As per the reference video, "you can pop the barrel down while that is setting in there."

6. Setting the Curl: Wait a few seconds until the hair is warm to touch. (as shown in reference). This heat will set the curl.

7. Releasing the Curl: Gently release the curl by carefully unrolling the curling iron and then setting the curl. Try to keep the curl shape as it cools.

8. Repeat: Repeat this process until you have curled all your hair.

9. Styling: Once all your hair is curled, you can style it as desired, using your fingers to loosen the curls. You can also use hairspray to hold the style.

Additional Tips

• Heat Protectant: Always use a heat protectant spray before using a curling iron to minimize heat damage.
• Vary Curl Direction: Alternate the direction in which you curl each section of hair. This can give your hair a more natural look.
• Barrel Size: Use different barrel sizes to achieve different types of curls or waves.