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I remember learning it myself and thinking,ugh, Im never going to use this.

But I was so wrong.

Woman with brunette hair and curls

Dee Mills / Byrdie

In fact, behind many of our favorite red carpet hairstyles is a good roller set.

Meet the Experts

Ahead, check out our how-to guide for using hot rollers on long hair.

Also, be sure to use aheat protectantfor extra security, says Kimble.

Step by Step Hot Rollers for Long Hair

Design by Zackary Angeline

We suggest spraying Kimble’sBlockbuster Heat Protectantor DavinesLove Smoothing Perfector Serumonto hair before blow-drying on a low heat setting.

Next, you’ll want to section your hairaccording to your desired partingto make it easier to style.

Rolling away from your face will create that wind-blown look you’re probably after.

Model with clean, dry hair

Dee Mills / Byrdie

During this time, get dressed, enjoy a snack, meditatewhatever.

“Setting sprays work to lock in the curl,” adds Kimble.

“Wait until the hot rollers are completely cooled down before taking them out,” emphasizes Prothero.

Model rolling her hair toward the scalp

Dee Mills / Byrdie

“This ensures the curls keep their shape throughout the day.

Style and Go

And there you have it: Bouncy, voluminous, hot-rolled hair.

Utilizing steam, rather than heat, ensures less damage to the hair.

Model clipping a roller in her long hair

Dee Mills / Byrdie

Remington Ionic Hair Setter

Three roller sizes allow you to easily cover your entire head with curls.

Model removing a hot roller

Dee Mills / Byrdie

Woman with one tendril of hot rolled hair down; the rest of her hair is in rollers

Dee Mills / Byrdie

Woman with hair that has been hot rolled

Dee Mills / Byrdie

Conair Xtreme Instant Heat Ceramic Hot Rollers with Heated Clips

Caruso Ionic Molecular Steam Setter

Chi Smart Magnify Ceramic Rollers

T3 Volumizing Hot Rollers LUXE

Remington Hair Setter