To get big and curly hair, most people use hair rollers and leave them in their hair overnight or at least let them sit in their hair for a few hours. However, pinning your hair up in curlers consumes quite a bit of time. If you have times when you’re in a hurry to get going with your day and don’t have time to individually put small sections of hair into a roller, this is the perfect opportunity to try out a new technique!

To get started, grab your hair straightener, thermal spray, and plenty of hairspray. Your first mission is to create a helmet of protection (metaphorically speaking, of course). You can do this by spritzing an even shield of thermal spray from your roots to your ends. Set your straightener on a little bit lower setting of heat because you are moving it through you hair at a slower pace, which can create more damage if on a high heat setting.

Now it’s time to begin the process of curling with a hair straightener. Although it seems like a contradiction to say you can get curly hair out of a straightening tool, this technique sometimes works better than any other curling technique. Grab your first section of hair and follow these exact steps to create best results. Starting at the crown of the hair you have grabbed, clamp your first section and twist your wrist ninety degrees. When you do this step of twisting, make sure you aren’t twisting the iron while moving down through your hair. Instead hold it in place while you simply turn the iron ninety degrees and then pull it trough your hair while in that twisted position. You don’t have to worry about continuously twisting the straightener because the curl forms as the iron pulls down in the twisted position.

Repeat those careful steps on all sections of your hair until you have created a satisfactory hairstyle for yourself. One thing that is really great about doing the curling process with a flat iron is that you can leave a few pieces straight or curl each and every little strand to give your hair a fuller look. Leaving a few pieces straight here and there throughout the hair looks more fun and flirty while curling all the way around looks more polished and professional for a day in the office.

The last step of this time saving process is to apply hairspray. You want to use a fair amount to hold every fly away or loose strand in place. Another great way to use hairspray is to hold it far enough away from your hair but apply it to the crown of the hair. When you do this, hold up a section of your hair that you know you can apply hairspray underneath and then run your fingers through the section to give it a nice poof.

Hairspray is just one little finishing touch that can make a hairstyle go a long way. This method of styling is much easier going on your time because instead of putting curlers in, letting them stay in over a few hours time, and wasting time creating waves. Waves from curlers can be lost right away after walking in the wind, excessive movement, etc. With your hair straightener you can fix your hair professionally every day without the extreme costs.

First, to curl your hair with a flat iron, you will obviously need a flat iron. Investing in a quality flat iron such as a Chi hair straightener will give you better results. Comb or brush your hair free of all tangles, part it however you would like and section it off.   The size of your sections will depend on your hair type and the type of curls you want.

Next, start on the underside of all of your hair. Grasp a  piece of hair and clamp the hair straightener close to the roots, just as you would if you were going to straighten the hair.   When you begin to pull the flat iron down, turn it about 60 to 90 degrees, like you are twirling the hair around the flat iron, but do not twirl it all the way around (this would make it impossible to pull through).  Pull the flat iron slowly through your hair, keeping it at an angle – the slower the better to get the curl you want.

When you release the hair, before it is completely cooled, twist it around your fingers to solidify your shape. Allow the hair to cool before moving, it will have a very tight look, but it will fall later. You may want to spritz the section with a light, volumizing hair spray for better hold.

Repeat these steps for all the sections of hair on your head. After you’ve moved through all of your hair and have the amount of curls you want, gently comb through them with your fingers or pull apart the tightest curls to achieve the most natural look.

Curling your hair with a flat iron is easy and provides silky, shiny, fizz free curls all with one, versatile tool.

Ever been this woman?  Not anymore! There are several easy and inexpensive precautions you can take to ensure that every day is a good hair day and you never again have to leave the house in a sloppy pony tail or old hat.

The first step starts long before that fateful morning when nothing works right.  Always, always wash your hair with a quality shampoo.  There are shampoos available for thick hair, thin hair, curly hair, color treated hair and many more.  You should never struggle to find a shampoo that is right for your hair.

When you dry your hair, don’t forget that this is an important step in the styling process.  The way you dry your hair can drastically affect the way your hair lays and looks during the rest of the day.  To add volume, flip your head upside down and dry your hair starting at the nape of your neck and working you way outward with a brush.

For a super sleek and straight finish, part the hair and hold the dryer above the hair pointing straight down.  Use a flat brush to pull the hair from root to tip as your follow it with the heat of the dryer.  If you have naturally curly or wavy hair, consider using a diffuser to prevent any poofiness or frizziness.

Whether you are straightening or curling the hair, work section by section, spraying each part with a styling spray before you apply the heat.  After you are finished, DO NOT brush the hair again; simply spray the hair with a setting hair spray and comb through it

To add volume to any other do, there are many techniques to help you out.  Try blow drying your hair upside down after towel drying and applying a thermal protection product.  When it’s dry, give it a quick shot of hair spray before you flip your head back over and DON’T comb it out right away. After you flip your hair back, wait for it to fall naturally and then use a wide tooth comb or pick to help smooth out the top layer.

If the dryer trick isn’t working for you, try to use curlers to help you out.  Dry your hair and apply a thermal protection product.  Use 1 inch hot rollers around your head, especially at the crown and leave them in for the required time.  When you pull out the rollers, wait for the hair to cool completely before trying to comb or style your locks. After your curls are cooled, comb through them with your fingers to turn up the volume.   You can pull your hair back into a messy updo or smooth out the curls for a wavy, tousled look.

There are so many options and varieties of voluminous hair this season.  No more dull, flat hair for you! Try each of these techniques and play around a bit to get the hottest new hair trends for 2010.