How to do heatless curls overnight with a soft curling rod

You can make soft, bouncy curls without a hot tool by wrapping damp hair around a soft rod before bed. This suits long hair and anyone who wants curls with less heat damage. You only need a heatless curling rod or a pair of soft socks and a few minutes to wrap.

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Video length
2 min 3 s
Time to do it
10 minutes plus overnight
Difficulty
Easy
Steps
6

What you need

Steps

  1. Brush out all tangles, then mist your hair with water until it is damp but not dripping. Dry hair can be lightly dampened too.

  2. Place a heatless curling rod over your head like a headband. If you use socks, tie two clean socks together at the toes and set the knot at the top of your head.

  3. Take a 1 to 2 inch section of hair near your face and wrap it around the rod, moving away from your face. Keep the tension even but not tight.

  4. Repeat with small sections on both sides, wrapping each section around the rod in the same direction. Leave the ends loose enough to secure.

  5. Secure the ends with a scrunchie or hair tie, or tie the rod ends together. Check that the wrap is comfortable and not pulling at your scalp.

  6. Sleep with the rod in place. In the morning, unwrap it slowly, then separate the curls with your fingers instead of brushing them.

Tips and common mistakes

Start with damp hair, not soaking wet hair, so the curls set without staying wet all night.

Use smaller sections for tighter curls and larger sections for loose waves.

Do not wrap the rod too tightly, because it can feel uncomfortable and leave creases.

Do not brush the finished curls; separate them gently with your fingers.

Questions

How long do heatless curls need to set?

Leave the rod in overnight, or for at least 4 to 6 hours if you wrap during the day.

Can I use socks instead of a curling rod?

Yes. Tie two clean soft socks together and use them in the same way as a heatless rod.

What hair type works best?

It works best on damp, tangle-free hair that is shoulder length or longer. Short hair may need a smaller rod or smaller sections.

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.

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