Curler "Lox"
Elastic, mischievous and flowing curls have always been popular with the fair sex. To create such curls, there are convenient and affordable tools. A special line can be distinguished soft and comfortable curlers "lox».
Competitive advantages
Vertical "Locks" - foam spiral curlers, consisting of polyurethane foam. These models have a number of advantages:
- fit for short-term and night curling.
- Convenient and simple in application. Can be used at home, saving money on beauty salons.
- Manufactured made of wear-resistant material, which is both soft and durable, which provides comfort in application and the ability to wind any curl.
- Soft curlers do not contain fasteners, hooks and other catchy elements, therefore do not cause discomfort in use and do not interfere with sleep.
- Do not lose their shape during use, allowing you to make the curls round, not wrinkled.
- Doesn't harm hair, making a gentle perm. They can be a worthy alternative to curling irons and irons.
- Allow achieve the desired volume even those with fine hair.
- They can be used as often as necessarybecause they have an unlimited lifespan.
- Hold up well thanks to a fabric or terry elastic band.
Foam rollers allow you to achieve the desired effect. You can create Hollywood curls, curly hair or flowing waves.
Many factors must be considered in order to achieve the desired result. The structure of the hair, the exposure time, the degree of moisture, the thickness of the strands and the use of styling products can affect this.
Varieties
Curlers "Loksy" are a patented product, they are developed and produced only in Russia. Models are presented in two variations: "classic" and "maxi".
Curls of a standard size can be obtained using the "classic" model, which is suitable for medium length hair. "Locks" do not get confused in the hair, do not damage them and do not create creases. They apply to all types. Textile elastic bands are used as fasteners, which must be twisted.
One package of "Loks" is enough for thin hair, otherwise you need to take 2 sets. This is perfect for baby hair.
Model "maxi»used by owners of hair below the shoulders to get large curls. The curlers are longer, their size is 130 mm x 35 mm, which allows you to get a voluminous result. The fastening is a terry elastic band, which is worn on top. The curlers hold well and are easy to put on and take off. The result is gorgeous soft waves along the entire length. Suitable for any hair, even damaged, thin and weakened.
Judging by user reviews, about 10 cm of hair is needed for one turn around the “lox”, therefore, owners of hair shorter than 30 cm should use the Classic model.
Application
Curling hair for women is not the easiest process. This is usually associated with discomfort during use and the likelihood of damaging the hair structure.The use of soft curlers will avoid these problems and create a variety of hairstyles for hair of different lengths. The main thing is not to be afraid to experiment.
For soft curls, it is necessary to wind 6-7 "Locks" on dry hair and hold for about an hour. Fix the hairstyle with varnish, after combing it. If 25-30 pieces are curled on wet hair and left overnight, then you can get more intense flowing curls, which are enough to be divided into strands with your hands.
For Hollywood waves, you need to use styling products and the average number of "Locks", about 15 pieces.
The application algorithm is quite simple:
- Lift one strand of dry or damp hair with one hand. With your other hand, fold the curlers in half at the base of the curl.
- Attach it carefully "Locks".
- Evenly and neatly twist the curl on the curlers, capturing the strand at the very base. Make sure that the hair does not fall out of the strand, otherwise it will have a deplorable effect on the result.
- Try to make twists close to each otherforming a spiral.
- Secure the end of the strand with an elastic bandso as not to damage the hair structure. This should be done not too tight so that there are no creases, but not too weak so that the hair does not break out.
- Repeat steps the right number of times. To get a voluminous and lush hairstyle, use more strands.
- After the required time remove the curlers and distribute the strands.
How to do at home?
If necessary, curlers can be made independently. There are several ways to do this:
- Take a dense non-slip piece of cloth or gauze bandage and cut it into small strips. After wetting the hair, tie the ends with a ribbon and twist, fastening at the base.
- Pick up not thin, but not too thick paper. Twist tubes of a certain diameter from it and wind strands on them. After that, bend the ends of the paper curlers and fasten with an elastic band.
- Use foam rubber as a base. The method of its application is similar to the use of conventional "Locks".
- Apply foil, the advantage of which is the ability to bend at any angle in any direction. The foil must be rolled up by placing a cotton swab inside.
You can create seductive curls at home from most improvised means. It's just a matter of having free time and desire.
For information on how to use Loks, see the following video.