Roller sets remain one of the gentlest ways to style your hair withminimal heat.
The result: a long-lasting set that you didn’t have to pay a pro to do for you.
Ready for an Instagram-worthy hairstyle you could do at home?
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Keep scrolling to learn exactly how to roller set natural hair.
After the conditioner is rinsed, thoroughly towel dry the hair.
The hair should be left damp (but not sopping wet)."
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“Section the hair into four to eight sections and clip each section up.
This allows you to apply the products evenly and detangle quickly, explains Jones-Bond.
Spray On Leave-In Conditioner
“Spray theleave-in conditionerinto each section of the hair.
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My favorite leave-in conditioners havealoejuice as the main ingredient.
It keeps the hair in great condition, and leaves it smooth, shiny, and reduces brittleness.”
And, this isn’t the time to skimp on whatever setting products you use.
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Each section you roll should be coated from the roots all the way to your ends.
After applying the oil, do the same thing with a cream or butter.
The specificingredients and productsthat are best for your hair will depend on the key in of hair you have.
Detangle, Detangle, Detangle
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Completely detangled hair will result in a smooth roller set.
Any tangles you leave in will show up in the final style, so take care with this step.
Applydetanglerto each section of the hair and detangle with a wide-tooth comb or a detached back brush.
The brush will use less tension on the hair to glide through your curls without force.
It will decrease breakage and split ends.”
Working up the hair also helps to thoroughly distribute your setting agent.
Then, clip the rest of that section back into place.
take a stab at work with areas no more than one inch across.
Put the paper in the middle of the hair, slide it to the ends, and pull gently.
This will make the root less puffy and the hair more defined.
According to Jones-Bond, When you curl the hair in opposite directions, they will not combine.
You will not have to pull them apart as much or as often for fullness.
Note that a good roller set means hair is wrapped tautly around each roller.
Dry Thoroughly
Now, you wait.
“Sit under thedryeruntil your hair is completely dry.
The importance of this step can’t be emphasized enough.
Taking them out with any sign of dampness puts your hair at risk for frizz and fallen curls.
Don’t be discouraged if your first couple of attempts fall flat.
Continue practicing your technique and your roller setting skills will improve.
