Here’s one truth you probably already know: nothing compares to neat bouncy curls. But the fear of traditional methods like flat irons and curling wands that transform tongs into thick ringlets may be getting in your way. Not to worry though, we’ve curated the easiest heatless hair curling methods to help you get the perfect bouncy curls in no time.
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Overheating your hair can damage the natural hair texture. So, if you want to style your hair without the risk of damage, try these simple hacks to get curls without using heat already.
Leggings Method
Leggings are versatile; formal if you have put on heels, and perfect for the gym. They can even assist in getting the perfect curls.
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The trick is simple: select soft leggings that won’t harm the hair and put them on your head. Put the hair on each side, then pull it back and hold it in place with a scrunchie. Leave it for 2 hours and then let go for loose curls.
Bantu Knots Method
Bantu knots or Chiney bumps are styles from the South African hair category for curly hair. Regardless of hair type – 4C hair texture, short hair, or long and straight hair, this look will work for anyone.
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Simply divide hair into parts, use a gel of choice, coil, and knot. Once you’re done, apply oil, unroll, and brush through with a pick or a wide-tooth comb.
Braid Your Hair
Another convenient method of making loose waves without using heat is to braid your hair at night and go to sleep. The next morning, untie the braids, smooth have oil for frizzy hair, and remove tangles with the comb.
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Braid by sectioning your hair into three parts, overlapping outer strands over the middle, and smoothing as you go. Then secure the ends with an elastic.
Use Hair Rollers
Don’t disregard hair rollers thinking they’re outdated because they can give you glam curls. All you need to do is divide your hair into parts, apply leave-in conditioner, and section the hair further for styling.
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Grab the roller at the root of the hair and pile the hair section around the middle of the roller. In the morning, undo the curlers and soften the curls with your fingers.
Use A Curling Band
Any piece of fabric that can double as a headband is all you need for this hack. Slide the headband around your head and apply texture spray on it. Put on the headband and divide the hair with it so that it sits in the center of both sections.
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Then, thread your hair through the headband and then gather the top section of the hair and coil it through the headband.
French Twist
This French twist tip is a great strategy on how to achieve curly waves at your convenience. Using this method on dry hair is ideal. Begin by creating buns by twisting hair sections together like braiding.
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Be sure to leave this in for 6-8 hours or overnight. Next, dry, comb out, and put your hair upside down, apply, and shake for additional volume with a bottle of hairspray.
Plop Your Hair
Plopping is yet another beauty secret to sway natural curls and waves using hair products at night. Put your hair in a high ponytail with a hooded towel or T-shirt. Alternatively, fold a towel and place it on the head upside down.
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Wrap your hair and let it remain in the wrap for up to 2 hours, and then wash and air dry.
Paper Towel Method
Using paper towels is one of the best and most widely used methods for curling hair. Start with damp hair, and rip loose-end paper towels into strips.
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Take a tiny piece of hair, wrap it around the center of a strip of paper towel, then roll the paper towel up to your scalp. Bind the hair together, for well-defined curls, and let it stay overnight.
Headband Method
To do this, take a section of your hair, divide it in two, and wind the two parts separately around your finger. Then, secure it with a bobby pin once they meet at the crown of your head.
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Leave the headband in place for hours, or over the night. Take it off in the morning and shake your hair lightly to allow the curls to flow freely.
Twist and Pin
The twist-and-pin tip works perfectly for all hair types. First, towel dry your damp hair then separate your hair into small, measurable sections. After that, give each part a firm twist before coiling it into a tiny bun.
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Secure these buns with bobby pins or hair elastics to keep them in place. When ready, carefully remove the pins and shake out your curls.
Cheers to Better Curls and Hair Care
When it comes to choosing hairstyles that everyone can follow, curling may just be one of the best choices. That’s because you can curl your hair without the use of heat.
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No matter the method you decide to go with, they’re differentiated in their natural way of setting out your hair. Plus, the heatless hair curling methods are perfect haircare hacks for reducing heat damage.
