Heatless Curls Tutorial | Easy Overnight Curls That Actually Last, by Kate Murillo on YouTube. 13 min 39 s.
- Video length
- 13 min 39 s
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes, plus overnight
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Start with clean hair that has no heavy oils or styling products in it. Let it dry until it is just slightly damp, not dripping.
Comb a walnut-sized amount of mousse through your hair from mid-lengths to ends. The mousse gives the curls grip so they hold their shape.
Lay a long-sleeved cotton shirt or robe belt over your head like a headband, with the sleeves or ends hanging down in front. Clip it at the crown.
Take small sections about 2 to 3 cm wide. Wrap each one tightly around the fabric, working away from your face, and keep the hair close to the shirt so it does not loosen.
Change the direction you wrap on each side so the curls fall naturally instead of clumping together.
Secure the ends with a soft scrunchie or the shirt sleeves. Avoid tight elastic bands, which leave dents in the hair.
Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase and leave the curls to set for at least 6 to 8 hours.
Untie the fabric and let your hair down. Separate the curls gently with your fingers, not a brush, then finish with a light mist of hairspray.
Tips and common mistakes
Wrap the hair snugly around the fabric but never pull at the roots, which can feel sore overnight.
For a zigzag hairline at the back, part the hair in a zigzag before you start wrapping.
Skip heavy oils and serums before wrapping, as they weigh curls down and make them drop.
If your hair is very long, use a robe belt instead of a shirt so there is enough fabric to wrap around.
Questions
Can I do heatless curls on short hair?
Yes. On chin-length or shoulder-length hair, use a shorter fabric strip and wrap smaller sections. The curls will come out tighter and bouncier.
How long do heatless curls last?
Most hair holds the shape for a day, sometimes two. Mousse, small sections and a full overnight set give the longest-lasting result.
Can I sleep in heatless curls every night?
You can, but give your scalp a break now and then. Loosen the wrap if it pulls, and wash the mousse out the next day.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
