Magnetic hair rollers are a great option for those of us who are less coordinated and experienced in the hair roller department. These rollers promise exactly what their title provides: an easy magnetic snap closure that does a lot of the coordinating for you. One caveat: You only get the magnetic effect when your hair is wet. Wet hair is what snaps onto the rollers. 8. Brush Hair Rollers Try creating curls with brush rollers! Depending on how you prep your hair, the texture of your hair, and the quality of your sponge, it’s highly unlikely that your hair is going to turn out in the same manner every time you do it.

The curl sponge, aka the hair twist sponge, is a hair tool that has holes and grooves which are used to enhance the curls, coils, and twists throughout your mane. They’re typically available in a wide range of shapes, including oval, round, or rectangle and have holes of different sizes. It is also common to find twist sponges that are double-sided with grooves on one side and holes on the other. HOW DO SPONGE CURLS WORK?While the curl sponge is reserved for naturally curly textures, not all curl types can benefit from its use. Type 3 and Type 4 hair types have more texture to work with, which makes it an undeniable match for this beauty tool. HOW LONG SHOULD YOUR HAIR BE? Hot Hair Rollers Rollers give your hair optimal volume. Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for TRESemmé Hair rollers are a type of hair styling tool that helps curl hair via either a manual or heated method. The curling works by rolling a section of hair around the barrel, and then “setting” the hair—either by leaving it for a few minutes to applying some heat—which makes it follow the roller’s shape, thus creating a curl. As we noted above, curl sponges do their best work on damp hair. So, you can totally use a curly hair sponge on your wash day, or you can wet hair anytime and use one to refresh your strands. However, you’ll want to make sure that you’re using a soft hair sponge to keep your strands in shape. Speaking of which… DO CURLY HAIR SPONGES DAMAGE HAIR? When we use hair products, we like for them to last as long as possible which leads us to our first con.

Velcro rollers are plastic hair rollers with a velcro pad attached to the top. This structure allows for strong curls that will stay defined and intact for hours. Keep going till you’ve covered your whole head and all the curls cool. When yours are all cooled off, unwrap for the biggest hair of your life. 4. Steam Sponge Hair Rollers Use steam sponge hair rollers to get your style. While the rule of thumb is that your hair should be longer than an inch, there really isn’t a maximum length that could be given to you to follow. Instead with a curl sponge, it’s easier to get all of your curls looking the same and going in the same direction. If you truly want to start out as a beginner, a mini size curl sponge might be the best option for you.The beauty world seems to be done with damaging treatments and are fully embracing curls. Bloggers like Janai Kirsten have been weighing in and lending their individual tips on the top looks and ways to define curls best, so it can be helpful to watch their Youtube videos if you’re a visual learner. If your hair is naturally straight, temporarily straight (with a keratin treatment) or permanently straight (with a relaxer), curl sponges will not work on your hair. Curl sponges curl your natural hair. Using this tool, you rub it onto your hair in a circular motion to create curls, coils, and twists. The holes and the movement you create with your hands will curl and twist sections of your hair. Using a curl sponge can take anywhere from one to five minutes depending on how much hair you have and its length.

If you do it in alternating directions, you might find that instead of curls, your hair is getting more tangled. Now, it’s time to put your hair twist sponge to work! Starting on slightly damp hair, rub the sponge over your head in circular motions until you reach your desired curly look. Be sure to make your circular motions in the same direction throughout your mane to be left with defined curls that are shaped in one direction. On short hair, this process should only take about five to 10 minutes. If you love the look of tight curls, coils, or twists, rub the curly hair sponge over your head in smaller circular motions. Voila!Most products have to account for user error, and if you use your curl sponge wrong, it can lead to breakage. Steam hair rollers are very similar to hot rollers with the added benefit of steam to help set your curls. Using steam gives your hair a really strong set so your curls will last a lot longer. It’s best when done on moisturized, slightly damp hair that has been fully detangled so the sponge can move easily through your hair. Ideally, hair is freshly washed and conditioned, but you can spritz with a combination of water and leave-in conditioner from a spray bottle if you need a touch-up.