How to use Velcro curlers

General terms of use

Sticky curlers - these are light elongated rollers, the surface of which is covered with soft teeth, which make it possible to firmly fix the strands.

They come in different diameters and lengths. The larger the "brushes", the more voluminous and natural curls will result. It is not so difficult to use this type of styling correctly, a few workouts are enough to get a beautiful and natural hairstyle.

If you do not use a hairdryer, then styling with Velcro curlers will require a sufficient amount of time, it is unlikely that you will be able to get the desired result very quickly. You can speed up the process with a hair dryer.

The use of these devices will allow:

1. get natural soft curls, avoiding creases;
2. with some training, the winding process is quite simple and does not require special skills;
3. this is one of the most delicate styling methods;
4. Velcro is practically weightless, so you can, by winding your hair, calmly do other things.

Before proceeding directly to curling, the hair must be prepared. It is important to remember that creating a beautiful hairstyle on sick, split, lifeless hair will not work. It should also be noted that Velcro is more suitable for medium to moderately long hair. It is quite difficult to wind very long and hard strands.

Most likely, the Velcro curlers will be difficult to fix, they will not hold well, there is a risk of tangling the curls when removing, and the curls will not last long enough.

The stages of hair preparation will be as follows.

1. Hair must be clean. Even slightly dirty hair becomes even more dirty during styling and becomes unpleasant shine and stickiness. Therefore, they must be rinsed thoroughly. For additional care, it is advisable to use special products - balm or mask. Rinse well with warm water. Experts do not recommend using hot water for shampooing.
2. Either dry the strands completely or leave a little damp. There is no need to rush and wind wet hair with Velcro curlers - this will not bring the desired result, the curls will not dry out completely, and the hairstyle will quickly lose the desired look. To add volume, you can pre-dry your hair with a hairdryer with a diffuser attachment.
3. Comb the strands thoroughly. It is advisable to use styling products that are suitable for the type of hair and are designed to create and fix bouncy curls.
4. Divide hair into strands according to the number of curlers, secure them with hairpins or elastic bands. Long hair can be gathered in a ponytail or bun and pulled out one strand at a time. They should not be too voluminous, otherwise the hair will not dry out and develop quickly. Too thin strands are also not worth taking, otherwise the hairstyle will turn out to be too lush.
5. Secure the end of the strand on a roller and wrap, pressing the hair tightly against the sticky surface. Curling can be done in any direction: horizontally, vertically, diagonally, or a combination of different directions. The main thing is to do everything very carefully.
6. For a more secure fit to tie the head a thin scarf or wear a special headdress.
7. You need to keep the curlers on your hair for at least three hours. If possible, then it is better to do it as long as possible - the contours of the curls will be clearer, and the curling will last for a long time.

Using a hair dryer will significantly speed up the process. After that, you need to let the hair cool completely.

Features and Benefits

Velcro curlers, or, as they are also called, "hedgehogs" - this is a wonderful tool for styling and drying hair. Previously, they were "widely known in a narrow circle" of masters of the hair-industry, but soon they went beyond beauty salons, as many ladies appreciated them. Benefits:

1. "Hedgehogs" do not need additional fixators (for example, elastic bands or clamps), since their surface is sticky, due to the location on it of many tiny hooks that cling to the hair, preventing the curl from unwinding.
2. They are very easy to learn how to use, you can use them without even looking in the mirror.
3. In a short time, they are able to give volume and splendor to the hairstyle. 10-15 minutes - and you're done! By the way, such curlers can even replace a hair dryer: the strands wound on them dry very quickly.
4. Beauties with naturally curly hair will be delighted with the fact that Velcro can straighten their lush curls a little. This will be especially important for those who do it regularly and have already managed to ruin their hair with an iron.
5. If you like variety, you can purchase several sets of curlers of different sizes. So you get several options: volume at the roots, large curls, small curls.

The picture is quite rosy, because in addition to being easy to use, Velcro curlers are also very affordable both in price and in their availability in cosmetic stores.

But there are several restrictions on their use.

So:

1. They are not designed for styling long hair. The fact is that they can confuse them so much that you will need to "cut" them along with the mats.
2. "Hedgehogs" do not work well on thick, heavy strands. They simply cannot "lift" them, as a result of which the time spent on winding up and waiting for the result will be wasted.
3. You can't sleep with them. Since they are not equipped with additional clamps, they can simply unwind, and in the end you will not be able to do the styling you wanted. Or they may confuse your curls, so much so that you have to spend a lot of time trying to put them in order.

Varieties

There are not so many of them:

1. The most common Velcro curlers are hollow cylinders with a surface dotted with small hooks. They come in a variety of colors and sizes to create different hairstyles.
2. There are also "hedgehogs" with foam inside, the so-called night curlers. Yes, yes, do not be surprised, although we mentioned a little above that you cannot sleep with them, however, this does not mean that you cannot even lie down for a couple of hours. Foam rubber inside such curlers prevents them from deformation due to pressure and helps to fix their shape.
3. There are also Velcro straps sold with clips. They are designed for curling heavy hair. The clips hold the curlers on the curls and allow you to achieve the desired result.

How to find the right size?

In order for the hairstyle to fully match the desired result, it is important not only to prepare the hair, but also to choose the right size of the curler.

1. Small tight curls it will turn out if you use small curlers with a diameter of less than 1-2 cm. On curlers of this size it is also convenient to curl individual curls around the neck or behind the ears, which are difficult to grab with large rollers.
2. Middle cylinders 3-4 cm in diameter will allow you to create large, spectacular curls and help to twist the bangs.
3. Volume soft waves obtained by winding on large curlers with a diameter of 5 cm or more. They are also used to curl the ends.
4. To create complex hairstyles curlers of all sizes are useful. It is important to critically assess the condition of the hair.It is better to wrap sparse and thin hair on small and medium Velcro, since large ones will most likely not fix well on them, and the hairstyle will turn out to be careless. The length of the cylinders also determines how thick the strands to wind. The shorter the roller, the thinner the strand should be.

Winding methods

Short strands

"Hedgehogs" are perfectly fixed on short hair. With their help, you can create additional volume and emphasize the relief of cascading haircuts. The technology is quite simple:

1. sprinkle slightly damp hair with varnish or other fixing agent and comb in different directions to enrich with oxygen and add volume;
2. fix the tip of the curl well on a rough surface;
3. gently twist the curl to the end;
4. for short hair, additional means of fixing the Velcro are not needed;
5. blow-dry your hair, letting it cool for a few minutes, or let it dry naturally.

Medium length hair

This length is ideal for using hedgehogs. The process is similar to styling on short hair. The main thing is to carefully separate and carefully fasten the strands, while screwing them tightly pressing them to the rough surface.

Medium length allows you to diversify hairstyles and create interesting looks. For this, curlers of any size are suitable, which will allow you to create beautiful cascades and waves.

One of the interesting ways is to combine Velcro of different diameters. This allows you to create a layered hairstyle. Another way is to divide the hair into layers, then wind the strands back, and leave the bottom ones smooth.

If you only need to create a root volume, then the strands are wound from the roots to the middle. At the same time, the ends remain straight.

Long curls

Long hair is the hardest to create curly locks. The difficulties are as follows:

• hair can get tangled;
• the curlers will need to be additionally fixed with clips or hairpins;
• to create a stable hairstyle you need special styling and fixing products.

You can cope with these difficulties, taking into account the following rules:

• curlers should be large;
• hair must be divided into rather thin strands, otherwise the Velcro will not support their weight;
  it is recommended to wind the strands only to the middle;
• if you need to create a root volume, then it is best to wind the strands to the roots only in the parietal zone, wind the rest of the mass to the middle.

How to remove?

This process requires great care. The strand must first be slightly loosened at the roots, and then carefully unwound along the entire length. If a hair dryer is used for drying, then it is necessary to let the curls cool completely and only then remove the Velcro. The curls can be divided into strands by shaking your head slightly.

If you intend to add volume to the hairstyle, comb in different directions and lift with your fingers, laying in the right directions.

Comparison before and after

If you look at the photographs on the Internet showing the effect "before" and "after" using the Velcro, you can see that they do their job at 5+. The root volume created with their help lasts for several days.

The curls have a more natural shape than after using ordinary curlers, they do not have creases from the clips, they fit very beautifully.

"Hedgehogs" are much less harmful to hair than other styling devices. It is noticed that with daily curling of hair on a curling iron or iron, they become brittle, dull, lifeless; their ends split and break off. Regular curlers also do not add health to hair.

But Velcro curlers are more delicate, do not tear or break hairs (of course, with proper use). Therefore, if you like volume and curls, try to make them "hedgehogs".

What curls are in trend?

Now the most fashionable and trendy hairstyle is the so-called Hollywood wave.In order to perform this style, take a styling product, a good comb and Velcro curlers with a diameter of 40-50 mm. Then proceed according to the scheme:

1. Wash your hair and dry the curls well with a towel, but keep them slightly damp. Apply styling product.
2. With a comb, divide the hair into strands and wind them on curlers, constantly moving in one direction (either towards the face or away from it).
3. Wait for the hair to dry and measure for 2 hours. You can do some household chores.
4. After this time, you can dry the strands a little with a hairdryer in order to enhance the effect.
5. Now slowly remove the curlers. You don't need to comb your hair. There should be beautiful, clear, wavy curls.
6. Sprinkle a little varnish on the finished styling. You can adjust it a little with your hands.

Are they harmful or not?

When used correctly, the velcro is harmless to the hair. But you must remember about the restrictions on use on long, thin or weakened curls. Do not abuse them and wind up daily for a long time. While they are not as damaging as other styling tools, hair should also be resting from them.

An excellent solution would be the alternation of large and small "hedgehogs" on different days of the week.

How to store at home?

No special storage conditions are required. It is enough to remove adhered hairs from the Velcro, rinse them under the tap, dry and put in a box or bag. Storage in a plastic bag is not recommended, especially if you did not dry them well.

Pros and cons

Velcro has a number of advantages:

1. you can wind your hair and do household chores; such curlers are almost weightless;
2. there is a large assortment of designs of different sizes on sale;
3. curls are not deformed;
4. you can fix hedgehogs on both dry and damp hair;
5. to add volume to your hair, you can do without a hairdryer;
6. Easily change your look every day without damaging your hair.

Despite their practicality, hedgehogs also have disadvantages:

1. long strands can become very tangled;
2. if the hair is very heavy, it will not be possible to achieve a pronounced effect of volume;
3. you can not wind your hair at night, because the curlers slide off and confuse the strands;
4. weakened hairs can be damaged;
5. very short hair will not wrap up, it will only be possible to make it more voluminous.

Other types of curlers

In addition to Velcro, there are other types of curlers:

• Electric curlers installed in a special stand connected to the network. Products with heat-insulating edges are heated and then removed from the base and used as intended.

• Thermo curlers - plastic cylinders, inside of which there are paraffin rods, which, evenly warming up, provide soft fixation of the curl. The coating of the plastic shell can be ceramic, teflon, velvet.

• Boomerangs - flexible wire rods covered with foam or rubber. After winding the wet strand onto the boomerang, the ends of the product are twisted for a secure fit.

• Velvet - hollow cylinders with a velvety surface, pleasant to the touch. Curls are created using the classical method. The result is natural, soft waves.

• Plastic - hollow cylinders with holes and spikes, designed to fix the strand in a certain position.

• Iron - smooth metal cylinders with holes for better ventilation and quick hair drying. The strands are fixed with an elastic band.

• Spiral - thin cylindrical sticks made of plastic or wood with carvings. Fixation is carried out with rubber bands.

• Bobbins - wooden or plastic sticks with an elastic band, tapering towards the middle.

How to use Velcro fine curlers

You can do chemistry with Velcro curlers.

But much depends on the quality and type of products. Create a special look that will be emphasized by numerous small curls, simple enough:

1. Prepare curlers with a minimum diameter. You need a lot of elements.
2. Wet hair slightly and treat with foam for fixing.
3. You need to separate very thin strands, which, according to the standard principle, are wound on curlers.
4. The placement can be arbitrary, but it is still best to stick to parallel lines. This will make it easier to remove the items.
5. Dry your head with a hairdryer. Hold the elements for about 6 hours.
6. Remove the Velcro and stretch each curl slightly with your fingers. You can split each curl if you like.
7. Sprinkle varnish on the curls if necessary.
8. Next, a styling or hairstyle is formed based on small hair rings.
9. You can twist the device to the very base of the curl or to half of the strand - it all depends on the image and the conceived hairstyle.

Cost and where can you buy

Velcro curlers are available in all beauty stores. They can also be found on Internet sites, including the well-known Aliexpress portal (this product is purchased there at an attractive price and not only at retail).

The cost of "hedgehogs" directly depends on their size: length and diameter. The average price of small hair curlers (diameter from 1 to 3 cm) is about 100 rubles for a set of 12 pieces. The most expensive option is large (up to 7 cm in diameter) for 250 rubles per set. Prices also depend on the manufacturer.

As a rule, Chinese-made goods are on sale.

How to add volume to your hair?

With the help of Velcro curlers, you can make not only luxurious curls, but also curl so as to give your hair extra volume at the roots. This is very important for those who are dissatisfied with their thin or sparse hair and want to make their hair more lush and spectacular.

To get a more significant root volume, the Velcro must be rolled up to the very roots of the hair.

Cylinders of sufficiently large diameter can be used. Hair before such styling must be treated with special styling for volume, paying special attention to the roots.

This simple trick will help lift the strands at the base of your head and prevent them from falling off after you open the curlers. This styling option is recommended for dry or slightly damp hair.

We fix the finished styling

Fashionistas need not only to properly wrap themselves on Velcro, but also after a certain time, remove the curlers from their heads. This must be done very carefully and carefully. There is no rush during this process, so allow enough time to complete the installation.

Start unrolling the curls from below, moving towards the crown. Take the rolled curl one by one and carefully remove it from the cylinder, being careful not to entangle or damage the resulting curl.

Note! This procedure requires not only accuracy, but also a certain amount of experience. It may seem daunting to you the first time, but after practicing a few times, you can do it without much difficulty.

If you want to make your style last longer by loosening all your hair, you can apply hairspray or a special fixing spray for styling. These products will help to keep the curls as long as possible, and in addition, give them extra shine.

When creating evening and festive hairstyles, the use of styling is mandatory, and for light everyday options, you can do without any styling products.

Reviews

• Many girls managed to try and evaluate all the advantages and disadvantages of Velcro curlers. And left both positive and negative reviews. Well, let's start with the pros:
• Fast and easy installation. In order to wind your hair on "hedgehogs", you do not even need to look in the mirror, they are so easy to use. And it is enough to sit with them for only 10-15 minutes for the hair to acquire the desired shape.
• These curlers are always available in any store that sells hair cosmetics. And they are very cheap.
• Velcro does not dry out hair, does not squeeze it or break it off.
• Suitable for getting any kind of curls: small curls, waves, medium curls, creating root volume.

Now about the cons. Of course, they are:

Velcro curlers can tangle and ruin long hair. And spoil it badly enough. And they won't be able to cope with the styling of such hair in any way:

1. First, under the weight of the strand, the "hedgehogs" will unwind.
2. Secondly, even if you fix the curlers on your hair, they still will not give the effect that would be obtained on medium or short ones. If only because while you are removing the Velcro from a long strand, you will fluff it all up.
3. And, thirdly, if you want to dry your hair in this way, you will not be able to do this due to the multi-layered curl. Therefore, it is better to forget about using "hedgehogs" on long hair or wind only the ends.

Owners of heavy, thick hair also note the uselessness of such curlers. They are very light in themselves and therefore are not able to hold, and even more so to curl such curls.

Not happy and those whose hair, due to exposure to a hairdryer, ironing or curling iron, lost its vitality and became brittle and dry. Since there are small hooks on the surface of the velcro, they cling to the hair, and if there are weak, thinned spots on them, the hooks break off them. As a result, it may turn out that instead of a beautiful hairstyle, you get dangling strands.

Take care of your hair. Healthy, shiny, strong curls are a guarantee that any styling will look gorgeous. Do not be afraid to experiment, but everything should be in moderation.

After all, even using a curling iron or an iron from time to time is not capable of causing serious damage to your hair, especially if you pamper them with nourishing masks and balms.

Conclusion

Velcro curlers are worthy of trying to style with them at least once. If you don't want to experiment on your own, sign up for a salon, ask them to show you how to use these devices correctly, and then you can decide whether you should purchase them for independent home use or it is better to choose another styling product.