I have never used hot rollers, I'm wondering how do you handle them to put in your hair? My hair never holds a hair style, It goes flat in about 2 hrs
1942871
No problem handling them. Style holds better than other ways of styling, but with humidity, hair goes flat without hairspray!
1942872
These large barrel rollers help give body. I also use a root lifter styling product and dry my hair with a round styling brush. I hope that helps!
1942873
I have used smaller hot rollers for many years. I first use a styling gel (I prefer Eufora), then use the rollers after the styling gel has set for a moment. These rollers are much heavier than the clips provided can hold, so I recommend getting a set of velcro rollers with slide clips (Target) and possible a set of smaller hot rollers for those hard to curl areas. How long is your hair? That's another thing you need to consider. I have my hair cut and colored on a regular basis to help keep some volume.
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The rollers do get very hot, but if you are quick enough, you won't burn your fingers. I usually leave them in for 20 minutes and my hair will hold the curl all day. If you want some extra reassurance, you may want to use a light holding spray before you attach each roller.
586425
I have thick hair and long hair....they work well in my hair but I have to use FOUR sets of rollers for a tight curl. Less for a looser curl, but still more than one set
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I agree with other posters. My hair reaches to my waist. I start the roller about halfway down the section of hair, roll the ends and leave plenty of foam roller to also then roll up to the scalp. BE SURE you are steaming the plastic covers, and I always shake them quickly before I put them on, to pop off any condensation that has accumulated because those drops will cause the curl to not take. I also start at the crown doing the three front pieces framing my face first and then before unrolling I take off those 3 curlers shields, steam them again and put them on again and then remove them last. Just my way of getting the pieces that frame my face to be as nice as possible!
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Amy- I have very thick, curly, long hair, about an inch past my bra strap. My hair loves to curl it's own way and not the way I want it too. I'm able to use the rollers with no issues. They get nice and hot and set my massive head of hair in no time. I like the fact the curlers are various sizes of XX-Large, X-Large, and Large specifically for long hair. My curls last all day so far. Now, I've only been using them for the Winter season. I purchased them in the fall of 2013. If you use a hair gel or mousse to set your hair, then use the curlers I'm sure your hair would hold in the summer. I would recommend these particular rollers for anyone with long to very long hair.
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My experience says the curl will last if you leave the rollers in for at least 30 minutes, I also will use my blow dryer to make SURE the rollers are dry before I remove them. Your hair must be 100% dry before rolling it. Spray it before you comb it out, let it sit for a few minutes, then brush. :)
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Just saw this, did you try it? I use steam rollers and usually put hairspray or shine spray on afterwards. I will use a styling product sometimes, like a mouse or gel...stuff you put on wet hair, but not anything that goes on dry hair before rolling. It just seemed to me that the dry application stuff would sort of reactivate with the steam and end up on the rollers instead of my hair. just wondered if you tried it either way.
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The old school u-shaped clips that poke in your hair are what is supposed to hold the roller in place. However, I have found that the clips are too small and too short and I was constantly pinning them back in so my hair would curl. The rollers do not get very hot. I even left them plugged in for a longer time. When the processing time was over, I found that I had nice, soft and long-lasting curls, but not without a great deal of effort.
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Yes and if you leave the rollers in five minutes or longer your hair has a great curl in it and you just style it how you want. I hope you like it as much as I do. Because I love mine.
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Hi, I have the Kwik Dri and its worth every penny especially if you have long curly thick hair. In a regular table top bonnet I spend 2 hours and 15 mins to dry completely. In the Kwik I spend ONE HOUR, that is drastic time difference, and it has to do with the design of the dryer. Also your technique in doing your rollers, always make sure your ends are combed out and spread out onto the roller (sort of like stuck to the roller)- the ends are the most important technique of roller setting your hair. I finish up with ironing all other areas that are not completely straight afterwards but without ironing to the ends. I have used the table top Bonnet for 20+ years, its uncomfortable because you always have to strategically place it you are always stiff because you can't move when you have huge rollers in, (I use the Purple and Black Ones- I think its standard colors per sizes). Also part each roller with about the same amount of hair especially the middle/back of your head. I regret not investing in Kwik sooner. Oh Also I don't set the heat higher than 60 on the marker, and set to one hour and i am done my hair is thick, retains water, really curly down to my waist. Hope this helps. Best, Lulu.
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They take a while. I've never timed them, but I'd guess about 10 min. to get really hot. I usually turn them on, do a few things around house, and then go back and put them in. I have thick, straight hair, so I have to leave them in quite a while, too. (Until cool, about 10 - 15 min.) But the curls hold well as long as I start with hot rollers and let the curls set.
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You should never use hot rollers on wet hair. Always dry your hair first. You may apply a hair product that meets your needs, and is compatible with your hair. You might want to have the advice of an expert if you are unsure about which product to use prior to rolling your hair. Professional advice is always more reliable than the advice of the"layman" which might damage your hair.
522309
No way to adjust the temp. My advice would either be to take them out sooner, or brush the curls out after you take out the rollers, and avoid hairspraying until they are as wavy as you'd like them.
1982150
In short, yes. My hair absolutely does not hold a curl to save its life. I think hot rollers in general are better for hair that doesn't hold a curl. The key to keeping a curl is letting the hair cool in the curl shape. When you use a curling iron they fall immediately, instead of cooling in the right shape. I own these ones specifically and I really like them. They take WAY less time to curl all my hair than a curling iron and it holds longer. I wouldn't say they're miracle workers, but definitely an improvement.
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Try using smaller sections and even change the direction you are rolling your hair on the roller. You may need to also leave the roller in the steam longer and don't forget to steam the roller clips.
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you just plug it in(little suitcase where all rollers are) and it will heat up by itself . Very easy to use , i have long hair till the middle of my back, very straight and heavy, so i am satisfied with result,only curls do not long last, i guess i need stronger spray. I bought 2 sets for myself, but if you have short hair, it will be fine with one set :)
737609
I put less hair in each curler.. Also make sure you don't get it too wet. (leaving it on the steamer too long)No worries about the thick hair. You can get an instant curl by wrapping the curl and then on low blowdry for a few seconds. Use the cool setting.Something else you can do with these curlers is: gel or hairspray BEFORE you roll your hair. The curls are amazing and they last all day! Best of all, These do not harm your hair in anyway! You can order extra rollers of the size you use most. Hope this helps. My hairs is long past the middle of my back and I get great results.
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Hi Joan, I have a set of Hot Setter Pro hot rollers, too. There's not really a trick to the clips; they go outside the roller itself. Just roll your hair around the roller and slide the clip over the hair and roller. I find it works best to slide them over the middle of the roller/rolled up hair. If your hair is thin, it may be hard to get them to hold. I don't have a problem with my thick hair, but my previous rollers had plastic clips that more fully covered the roller and hair, and I found they held the hair and roller more securely. Hope that helps.