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October 5, 2015

How to Get Big Curls

long hair tutorial for curls

I am so excited to finally share with you guys a new hair tutorial.  There’s no question that my favorite hairstyle is big, loose curls (after all, I am from Texas). It’s also the style I wear my most often. Many of you have requested this tutorial, and while I shared a similar tutorial last year, I wanted to share an updated version and be as thorough and detailed as possible.

Please let me know if you have any questions!

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Products Used:

Pro Beauty: 1 ¼” Professional Gold Curling Iron & Ionic AC Motor Dryer

Oribe: Royal Blowout, Superfine Strong Hairspray, and Goldlust Nourishing Oil

Redken: Quick Tease 15 Backcombing Spray

top knot

top knot

Step 1: Before creating this hairstyle, I like to start with clean hair. While I don’t wash my hair everyday, this is a great way to set your look for the next couple of days.

If time permits, I like to let my hair partially air dry.  I typically throw my hair up in a bun and let it air dry about 75% through the night. I’ve found that when I let my hair partially air dry, it has extra texture and ends up holding a longer curl. When I wake up, my hair is still damp and I spray Royal Blowout throughout my hair.

To finish drying, I use the Ionic Blow Dryer. I love this dryer! It’s lightweight and gentle on my hair. When I don’t have the time to let my hair air dry, this one dries my hair much faster than most dryers while exposing my hair to less heat.

Style Tip: Use the cool shot when finished to seal the ends and add shine!

blow dryer review

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Royal Blowout

Step 2: Next, I separate my hair creating a bun on top. I used a hair clip, but you can use whatever you find easiest.  I apply another mist of  Royal Blowout to the bottom portion and brush my hair.

oribe hairspray

Step 3: Next, take a 2 inch section of hair. I start by spraying Superfine Strong Hairspray over the section before curing. My hairstylists introduced me to this hairspray a year ago and now I am addicted! It works great with my 1 ¼” Professional Curling Iron. I love the size of this iron. If you have longer hair, I highly recommend this size for voluminous curls.

Style Tip:  The ends of your hair are the most delicate; Always start curling in the middle to protect the ends and encourage a stronger hold. I like that this iron has multiple heat settings, so it works great with all hair types. If you’re looking to create that big, soft curl, start by curling away from the face and follow the same pattern until you get to the back.

how to curl your hair

curling iron tutorial

Style Tip: Let your curls cool off in your hand to create a tighter curl that will last longer. You will brush them out after you are finished, but be sure to let them stay tight as long as you can. I usually don’t brush them out until I am ready to walk out the door. I find that this really helps “set” the curls.

loose curls tutorial

Step 4: Take out the hair from the top bun and brush out any tangles. I start by taking the top part of my hair and spraying Redkin Quick Tease to give my hair a little lift. This works well in conjunction with a teasing comb however, I try to not use a teasing comb if I don’t have to. Quick Tease alone seems to get the job done for an everyday look.

Style Tip: I like to take the top part of my hair, and fold it to the opposite side while I’m curling. This lets the Quick Tease dry and set.

quick tease

Step 5:   I separate my hair into two parts, and curl away from my face. I always pay close attention to how I curl the areas framing my face. I like for the hair to follow the same pattern.

Style Tip: I frequently get asked about my haircut and wanted to share that my hairstylist cuts quite a few layers around my face. This really helps to help give my hair more texture and volume. The size of this curling iron works perfect for getting those “big, soft” curls around my face.

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Step 6: After curling, I use a pump of Goldlust Nourishing Oil. This smells so amazing and I love how it makes my hair soft and shiny.

hair oil

Style Tip: Run your hands through your hair, focusing on the ends. This separates the tight curls and gives a softer look. While, the Nourishing Oil doesn’t make hair greasy, I try to apply the product strictly from my ears and down.

soft loose curls

Step 7: I like to finish by spraying a light mist of Superfine Strong Hairspray all over my hair. This helps hold those curls all day and gives a nice shine.

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POST DETAILS: monogrammed jewelry box c/o // candle jar // pave ring set // initial necklace // bar necklace (Ring style here) // watch // lipstick “corial intuitive” // nail polish “cake-pop” 

 

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69 Comments Filed Under: Beauty Talk, Hair

Comments

  1. Kat says

    October 5, 2015 at 10:28 am

    Your hair looks gorgeous!
    I’m normally not wearing curly hair but this look seems promising.

    xx
    Kat

    http://www.teastoriesblog.com

    Reply
  2. Erica says

    October 5, 2015 at 11:50 am

    Love your hair. I have very thick hair and struggle to curl it on my own! Will definitely try these tips!

    http://www.violetandblush.com

    Reply
  3. Bri says

    October 5, 2015 at 11:53 am

    So pretty! I need to pick up some of these products!!

    Reply
  4. Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says

    October 5, 2015 at 2:36 pm

    Gorgeous hair!

    Her Heartland Soul
    http://herheartlandsoul.com

    Reply
  5. Kacie says

    October 5, 2015 at 3:39 pm

    Your curls are so pretty! I have yet to figure out how to start curling from the middle rather than the end – I’m not the greatest with doing fun things with my hair, ha! 🙂 Great tutorial though, I’ll definitely have to try some of those products!

    Kacie
    RegallySoled.com

    Reply
  6. Ellen says

    October 5, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    This hair tutorial makes me miss my long hair! I’m always so jealous of your gorgeous curls.

    Ellen | A Pop of Pink

    Reply
  7. Sara says

    October 5, 2015 at 8:58 pm

    I’m in the market for a new hairdryer and this looks like something I would like. Thanks Ashley!

    Reply
  8. Bella B says

    October 5, 2015 at 9:55 pm

    Thank you for sharing this! I am a big fan of your hair, lol! I will have to try some of these products. My curls just don’t stay at all. My hair loves being straight for some reason.

    xoxoBella | http://xoxobella.com

    Reply
  9. Deborah says

    October 7, 2015 at 8:34 am

    Seriously, perfect hair! I love this post. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  10. Sandy says

    October 7, 2015 at 8:35 am

    Thanks for posting this tutorial. My hair is similar to yours, but I have the hardest time getting those shorter curls around my face. I guess it has to do with my hair cut. What do you tell your lady when you go? I’m dying to get curls like you girl! Thanks! Sandy

    Reply
  11. Giana Siska says

    October 11, 2015 at 9:08 pm

    Your hair is so long, healthy and GORG! Do you have any tips on how to get it to grow so long and look so healthy or is that just something you were born with?!

    -Giana
    http://www.agianathing.com

    Reply
    • dsoarvirginhair says

      September 11, 2020 at 1:50 am

      Thank for your share, i love your hair
      -lena
      https://www.dsoarhair.com/

      Reply
  12. stylemelauren says

    October 29, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    Ok this tutorial is super helpful!! Love learning about new hair products.. I can never get my curls to stay…hopefully they will with these products! xo

    @stylemelauren
    http://www.stylemelauren.com

    Reply
  13. Erin says

    January 7, 2016 at 11:22 am

    Fantastic tutorial! Your hair looks great. 🙂 Love that necklace, too. XOXO, Erin

    Reply
    • Ashley Robertson says

      January 11, 2016 at 12:08 pm

      Thanks, Erin! xx Ashley

      Reply
      • Jackie Davis says

        October 14, 2016 at 2:27 pm

        Love the necklace! And the hair! Who is the necklace by? Can you share a link?

        Reply
        • Ashley Robertson says

          October 14, 2016 at 2:31 pm

          Hi! They are linked at the bottom of the post 🙂

          Reply
  14. Lindsey says

    January 15, 2016 at 1:09 pm

    Love this look, I am going to try it today! Also love your jewelry choices! As a merchandiser I’m probably biased, but I think you’d really love Chloe + Isabel jewelry!

    Reply
  15. molina says

    January 18, 2016 at 11:06 am

    love your hair style I will definitely try this

    Reply
  16. molina says

    January 18, 2016 at 11:08 am

    I love your hair style I would love to try this …..

    Reply
  17. molina says

    January 18, 2016 at 11:09 am

    love your hairstyle I will definitely try this

    Reply
  18. Sharan says

    January 18, 2016 at 10:15 pm

    Beautiful hair! Love love love the tutorial!

    xoxo
    Sharan
    http://www.MyGoldenBeauty.com

    Reply
  19. K says

    January 23, 2016 at 5:46 am

    Why don’t you reply to questions and comments?!

    Reply
    • Ashley Robertson says

      January 23, 2016 at 1:48 pm

      Hi!

      Thank you for your comment. I do my best to respond to all questions as I see them.

      Thank you!

      Reply
  20. gerri says

    February 6, 2016 at 11:45 pm

    I have very long hair and it becomes very difficult to manage if it gets dry. Once per week, I use the Shielo intensive Hair Mask and it has not only repaired my damage hair (which use to always tangle) but has also give them a smooth silky shine. It appears as if there has been a coating of cream on your hair which is protective layer.

    Reply
    • Ashley Robertson says

      February 8, 2016 at 8:33 am

      Hi Gerri,

      Thank you so much for your comment! I am always looking for great hair masks, especially because my hair is very dry as well and tangles very easily. I appreciate your feedback and thank you for reading.

      xx Ashley

      Reply
  21. Becca Smith says

    April 14, 2016 at 12:53 pm

    I know I’m behind this post but i just saw it on Pinterest!! Your hair is so so beautiful! What shampoo and conditioner do you use?? I have fine hair but it is so thick and my hair is constantly in tangles even though it is very healthy! Do you have any tips??

    Reply
  22. Julie says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:18 pm

    Gorgeous Look! I like it so much! I have also a hair tutorial on my blog for smaller curls (here -> http://julieenrose.de/zauberhafte-locken ) But I will try your products and tips soon, because the result looks really nice!

    xo
    JULIE EN ROSE | http://julieenrose.de

    Reply
  23. Alexis Polack says

    February 5, 2017 at 7:30 am

    I also live in TX and looking for a new stylist. What region are you in and can I get your stylist contact info?

    Reply
  24. Rosy says

    March 8, 2017 at 9:06 pm

    The curling wand by karmin is my favorite, makes my hair look so healthy 🙂

    Reply
  25. Evan says

    April 5, 2017 at 7:08 pm

    I personally think the Karmin curling wand is the best 😉

    Reply
  26. Leticia Justus says

    November 10, 2017 at 8:11 pm

    I’ve been looking for a tutorial like this. Love that the curling iron is so affordable! Hope it’s still in stock or available online.Thanks for the step by step. Plan to do this look for thanksgiving!

    Reply
    • Ashley Robertson says

      November 15, 2017 at 1:04 pm

      Hi Leticia,

      Thank you so much for your comment and kind words! I’m so glad you found this tutorial to be useful. Have a great rest of your week and a Happy Thanksgiving! xx, Ashley

      Reply
  27. Amanda M. Rich says

    February 6, 2018 at 5:18 am

    Great post. Hot iron hair tools are awesome for hair styling.  It is very hard and stuff to get a good way to find the best hot iron for natural hair to make the hair stylist. It is also very problematic to know the way and to get the desirable way to select a brand. So Thank you for your advice.

    Reply
  28. Court says

    February 20, 2018 at 12:46 pm

    Thanks for showing someone like me who doesn’t really have a mom how to do hair. I appreciate you sharing this awesome tutorial.

    Reply
    • Ashley Robertson says

      February 20, 2018 at 4:26 pm

      Hi Court,

      Glad I was able to give you some inspiration. Hope you have a great week! xx, Ashley

      Reply
  29. Katis says

    September 20, 2018 at 4:12 pm

    The best I’ve used is the Karmin.

    Reply
  30. vietnamremyhair104 says

    October 8, 2018 at 2:36 am

    Thanks for showing someone like me

    Reply
  31. David says

    November 29, 2018 at 2:14 am

    I have sent this article to my wife, My wife was so happy. thanks for your share.

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      November 29, 2018 at 11:25 am

      Aw, I am so happy to hear! Thank you & I hope your wife enjoys the tutorial!

      Reply
  32. Courtney says

    December 30, 2018 at 3:45 pm

    Every time I curl my hair the curls look too broken up. I have long VERY thick hair and I want that soft curl look not messy. (Think like Connie Britton) I try to brush my hair with a pick or brushing each curl to get that soft look but it always ends up either breaking up the curl, looking frizzy or dilutes the curl by at least 50%. Any suggestions?

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      January 7, 2019 at 9:56 am

      Hi Courtney,

      Thank you for your comment! It sounds like you have beautiful hair. Here are my tips for you:

      – Use a light serum
      – Use a boar bristle brush
      – Lastly,What size curling iron are you using?

      Let me know!
      X, Ashley

      Reply
  33. Jackets Inn says

    March 20, 2019 at 6:54 am

    Incredible post. Hot iron hair devices are wonderful for hair styling. It is exceptionally hard and stuff to get a decent method to locate the best hot iron for characteristic hair to make the beautician. It is likewise tricky to know the route and to get the alluring method to choose a brand. So Thank you for your recommendation.

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      March 20, 2019 at 2:14 pm

      Hi, Thank you for your sweet words! I am happy to hear that you enjoyed the post and I hope you found it to be helpful!
      xx, Ashley

      Reply
  34. umihair Blog says

    June 25, 2019 at 9:22 pm

    I wear human hair wigs, is this also available for wigs?

    Reply
  35. UNice says

    September 24, 2019 at 4:20 am

    I like this article,teh hairstyle is so beautiful and charming,Thanks

    Reply
  36. Cathy Jodie says

    October 21, 2019 at 7:32 pm

    Beautiful hair! I very want to get a shiny hair like yours.Thank you very much for the tutorial!

    Reply
  37. beautystagehair says

    October 29, 2019 at 10:57 am

    beautyful curl style, very clear how to make it, thanks!

    Reply
  38. Kevin Brown says

    November 14, 2019 at 4:30 am

    Every girl likes curls on her hair but the aren’t always able to achieve that. your post helps those girls thanks for that. but i also have a one question i like straitening more how can i achieve that?

    Reply
  39. Cacin says

    December 9, 2019 at 7:31 pm

    wow, great write up, very well research and engaging! I’m going to try some of the products.Thanks for this post!

    Reply
  40. Cacin says

    December 9, 2019 at 7:33 pm

    wow, great write up, very well research and engaging! I’m going to try some of the products.Thanks for this post!

    Reply
  41. Ester478 Shields86 says

    June 17, 2020 at 1:42 am

    So pretty! I need to pick up some of these products!!

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    burlap rug
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  42. Rainee Jewelry says

    November 12, 2020 at 7:56 pm

    Thank you for sharing this! I am a big fan of your hair, lol! I will have to try some of these products. My curls just don’t stay at all. My hair loves being straight for some reason.

    Reply
  43. Leo says

    December 31, 2021 at 2:02 am

    Your curly hair is so beautiful
    https://www.bonohair.com/

    Reply

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