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Crimped hair isofficiallyback.
However, as trends do, the wavy style has returned once more in full force.
If you want to achieve a chic crimped hair look at home, we’ve got you covered.
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Ahead, hairstylists Timothy Lehman and Jennifer Nast explain everything you should probably know about how to crimp hair.
We recommend using anourishing shampooandconditionersuch as Briogeo Dont Despair, Repair!
Super Moisture Shampoo and Super Moisture Conditioner.
you might use a detangling brush like the Olivia Garden Opal Detangler Medium-Thick Hair Brush.
It works through knots gently, and the bristles actively massage the scalp.
If you prefer to detangle your hair with a wide-tooth comb, we suggest Drybar The Slider Wide-Tooth Comb.
Its widely spaced teeth glide through even the thickest of hair while being gentle enough for delicate strands.
Since you’ll be exposing your hair to heart, using aheat protectantis a must.
Lehman recommends starting at the nape of the neck.
To hold your sections in place, use hair clips.
Once youve sectioned your hair, you’re free to also choose your preferred parting.
Choose Your Crimping Iron
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Lehman and Nast point out that crimping tools come in various sizes and styles.
“Some crimpers are also called the waver (a large triple curling iron),” Nast explains.
“The smallest crimper is mostly used for volume at the roots and updo styling.
A regular-sized crimper will give you that iconic ’80s look.”
Lehman recommends using a crimper or waver from Babyliss to achieve the look because they come in various degrees.
The 9000 Cordless Waver ensures effortless wave formation and lasting results even when styling at lower temperatures.
Thus, it makes it easy to achieve the size of crimp you want without damaging your hair.
“The smaller the ridges, the tighter the wave or pattern will be,” he adds.
Byrdie Tip
The crimped look can also be achieved with a one-inch flat iron or a curling iron.
However, the most significant difference is that the crimping iron is stationary.
Youll need to move a flat iron or curling iron back and forth to achieve the look.
Crimp Each Section
Before crimping your hair, you should apply a bit more heat protectant.
“I love the Shu Uemura Finishing Hair Spray.”
Once your hair is prepped, the crimping can begin.
double-check to keep the crimper on low heat to protect your hair.
For ease, it’s best to start with the back sections first.
“This will give you a much softer look,” she says.
“The waver can expedite your styling after this,” she adds.
As with the crimper, Lehman recommends keeping the flat iron on low heat to avoid heat damage.
To limit heat styling, you might braid your hair to maintain the crimped look.
“This option works best if your hair is long,” Lehman says.
“Keep the first few inches of your hair straight before starting to braid.
Lehman recommends applying a bit oftexture spraybefore doing this.
Alternatively,hair oilorserumcan be applied to your ends to create texture and shine.
