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Your Top 10 hair questions answered
We know you’re on top of the latest hair trends, so a few weeks ago, we invited you to email us with your most pressing ‘back-to-basics’ hair questions. We took the ten most frequently asked, then consulted some of the leading international hair stylists and colourists to bring you ten definitive answers. Here’s exactly what you wanted to know:
Roll like a pro
Q: I just bought some Velcro rollers, but have no idea how to use them. Also, what’s the difference between rollers and curling tongs?
A: Rollers are great way to achieve a ‘big hair’ look because they give lift and movement at the root, says leading session stylist Sam McKnight. ‘Large ones help smooth the hair, while smaller ones will give you soft waves. Tongs are great if you want to create curls or waves through the lengths of you hair, but you won’t give you lift at the roots.’
To get the most out of your rollers, start by applying a mousse or styling gel spray to damp hair, concentrating at the roots, then roughly blow it dry. Starting at the crown, take two-inch sections of hair, douse with hair spray, then wrap the end of your section around the roller. ‘Continue rolling the hair down and secure with a hair clip or pin. The sides of your head should ideally have two rollers in front of the ear and three behind,’ says McKnight.
To make sure hair retains its volume, dry each roll on slow speed, high heat, then leave for around ten minutes to cool. Tipping your head upside down, take out the rollers and brush out hair. Spray all over with hairspray, throw your head back and admire the extra oomph.
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