If you want longer lasting curls, you've definitely come to the right place! I'm going to show you how to curl hair with a flat iron so you can go all day (or day!) with fabulous curls. I've teamed up with Mirum Shopper to show you how to do it.
Curl hair with a flat iron - YES!
Holiday parties means it's time to shine. I was looking through some photos and it occurred to me that I've been doing my hair the same way for about 20 years! Literally, all of my holiday pictures look exactly the same; I'm just wearing different outfits. I decided that it's time to say goodbye to my old hairstyle. No more scrunching my hair with gel and mouse and then spending an hour with a curling iron to define my curls. I took a short quiz at CVS.com/YourStylesYourWay to discover my perfect festive look.
The quiz confirmed that curls are a good look for me, but I'm so over stiff, crunchy curls that fall flat within a few hours. I recently discovered a new way to curl my hair thanks to my friend Jillian over at Hello Splendid blog. She showed me how a simple flick of the wrist can transform a flat iron into curling machine! And, the Your Style Your Way quiz gives you product recommendations so I've completely overhauled my beauty regimen. Since the fall and winter months can dry out my hair, I'm protecting it with the TRESemmé BOTANIQUE collection. I love the shampoo and conditioner because they hydrate my hair thanks to their nourishing formula of aloe vera and coconut milk, but they don't make it feel heavy or greasy. These salon quality products leave my hair soft, smooth and frizz-free.
By the way, I use a cheap flat iron! I've got a fancy one, but a cheaper Conair 1 inch flat iron that I ordered from Amazon.com works much better.
Check out my quick tutorial -
How to curl hair with a flat iron
I think I've finally mastered soft curls that last!
So, think you'll give it a try? It's all in the wrist. So, get to it and let me know how it comes out.
If you love these pin curls, check out our other hair tutorials:
How to do pin curls tutorial
Claiss pin up girl hair tutorial
Mock French Braid for short hair.
How to add volume to thin hair
This post about how to curl hair with a flat iron is sponsored by Mirum Shopper. Opinions are 100% my own.
Sue E says
We have used Tresseme's products a lot over the years and they haven't disappointed us yet!
You look amazing! I don't style my hair.
I just keep it clean. My hair hasn't been manageable since it grew back from all my chemo and radiation. I'm just happy I have hair!!
Meghan K says
I usually scrunch with hair gel. Thank you for the tips on this. I will be trying it soon!
Pamela Smith says
Love
Sandra Genandt says
Love
Cherie olszewski says
My hair was styled that way for my daughter's wedding. I have been trying to duplicate it at home and was not getting the results I wanted. Having a video with the step by step instructions will help a lot. Practice makes perfect!
Jennifer babich says
I also really like tresame! You get a. Any for your buck!! Great tips - wonder if hair would look as good when it's not as long as yours!
Jennifer Bellotti says
I use Tresemme now and I can see the difference in my hair I love this product!
debra says
Get style. but I couldnt get the same results. my hair is thin so a little more spary may be in order
Melissa Willard says
I Love Tresemme! I always leave a little of conditioner in my hair when I rinse, it keeps my hair from dryng out. I wish my hair looked as healthy as yours does! w keep your hair looking amazing?!
Nicole Heppner says
Handy skill to know!
Carolyn Massey says
I have short hair but spike it up with gel. After drying I use a flat iron to spike it straight up then style. Her hair in this post is so pretty and would be easy to style.
Laura Bernard says
This is great. My hair is awful and will not hold curl so trying it out!
Deana Mooney says
Makes me miss my long hair.
Crystal Banks says
i love this, now i can curl my hair with my flat iron and not full with my curling iron. So thank you for this ....happy holidays
JJ Wong says
I need to try this. I have a flat iron, but seem to always lack the time.
Ashley Chassereau Parks says
Very pretty! I would love to do something like that for my holiday party with my hubby's family! I need to practice though... I'm not really great at styling my hair.
SierraDPeola says
I miss long hair!
May Rodriguez says
Nice review on how to curl hair.
Michelle Elizondo says
Such useful ways to look better !
Linda Manns Linneman says
Your hair looks great. I will have to try this with my hair. Thank you so much for sharing
Lisa Garland says
Oh my goodness, looks so easy. Very pretty, I wonder if it works on shorter hair? TRESemme has some really good products, like their hairspray a lot.
Amber Ludwig says
So fabulous!! Thank you for the video!! I feel like I really understand things better when I see them being done!! I have been a tried and true TreSemme fan since forever!! I will have to try this new line!!
Dana Rodriguez says
I like their products. Great video and your hair looks fabulous!
Deborah D says
I can never get my curls to last so I will give this a try.
Karen alba says
Wow ! I am truly loving everything about this tutorial . I've always tried so hard to get my hair to look this beautiful but sadly I haven't been able to get my hair to look this neat with such beautiful curls . But now I can try these amazing tips and hope it works for me also hehehe .
Sue E says
Hair - the crown of glory for a woman!
Cleanliness is very important! Styling goes hand in hand with that!
Thank you for more knowledge on this subject!
Jerry Marquardt says
These tricks of the trade are so cool! I thank you for helping me, my sister in-law needs to see your post, so I shared it with her.
leah finch says
always handy to see how other people do their hair, i was surprise what you can achieve with straighteners
Cynthia R says
Thank you for the tips, I always feel like all that effort and 30 minutes later my hair is flat and straight as ever. I will try Tressemme, I love that it isn't sticky or stiff like some products.
Edye says
Your hair looks amazing! Great tutorial 🙂
Karen Propes says
Wow, that's amazing Your hair looks great, it's so hard to have the time in the mornings to curl and get it to look just right The weight of my hair seems to make the curls drop out by the time I get to where I am going. I love Tresemme products and will be trying this way next time. Thanks so much for sharing.
Coryrie Gentry says
I have been using tresemme for years. I love the products! Great video on using a hair straightner to curl hair. This is the only way that i like to curl my hair.
tammy smith says
I use tresemme for years and I have not been disappointed with there products.
rhonda miotke says
Love the curls! I think i could even do this...LOL Looks easy too
Jerry Marquardt says
I love your blog for home-style and down to earth tips and pointers. I enjoyed this article and all of the articles on your fine blog.
Ashley Chassereau Parks says
I need to practice this! I used the flat iron on my hair last weekend for the first time and loved it! I need to try out the flat iron for curls!
Kayla D. says
I love the curls!! You're so pretty!!
Linda Manns Linneman says
Your hair looks so cute. I need to give these products a try for my hair. Your hair looks so shiny and healthy. Thank you so much for sharing
Danielle Papsis says
I have all the products to do this... even a hair straightener that I don't really use! My hair does that sorta beachy hair curl thing. My hair is so thick and heavy. Thanks for the tutorial. I think I'm going to have to give this a try. Is there a particular heat setting recommended if there is one?
Meenakshi nichani says
I've always wanted to learn how To do this! It's super hard but you
Make
It look easy!
Brigid OHara Koshko says
My daughter has the straightest, thickest hair that is impossible to curl. She is a true tomboy but every once in awhile she wants curls for special occasions and i have never been able to get her hair to cooperate. I am going to give your tips a try and hopefully have successs. .
Tia says
Thank you for the tips! I have naturally curly hair so I never needed all this fuss but I have a daughter with straight hair so these tips might come in handy for her.
Jennifer Bellotti says
Wow you hair looks really pretty thanks for the tips!!
Kimberly Flickinger says
I am definitely going to try this, thank you for sharing your tips.
Natasha M. says
I wonder if this would work for my hair as my hair is hard to curl. I may have to try it thanks for the wonderful idea.
Jerry Marquardt says
This looks like a great mastering of curls. I like this a lot, and would recommend it to those who treat their hair. My sister in-law would love it.
Karen Propes says
I tried this nd it works great. I have straight hair but have had permanents and it has left my hair with a little curl. But using the flat iron makes it look great. The curls are under control and stay in all night. Thanks so very much.
JoJo says
I love that you included a video -- so helpful. Trying this tomorrow!
Amber Ludwig says
Looove it!! Now I just need my hair to be as long as yours!
Phyllis says
I'm going to try this. I hope this will help my hair hold curl longer.
Victoria Scott says
I'm so impressed! I have naturally curly hair, but this is a way to straighten and then make the curls a little more sleek! You look beautiful , no matter what! 🙂
Angie Archerda says
If only I'd seen this before I chopped off my hair lol!!
Elizabeth says
This is a great tutorial! I have super thick hair, that NEVER keeps a curl for more than an hour.... I'll have to try this out! Thanks!!
Rosie says
This is a cool idea. I've been growing my hair, and by next year I could do this! I use a curling iron every day, but my hair is still pretty short. Looks so nice!
Anh D says
I can't wait to try this! I always end up with crunchy not soft curls
Mya Murphy says
I'm super just washed and go, and I normally wouldn't even bother. If I'm ever inclined, I will keep this in mind..