The 80s are back, and with them the crimping iron trend is making a comeback. In this article we show you how to crepe your hair with the crimping iron. We also show you which tools are perfect for the hairstyle.
Why you should unpack your crimping iron
The 80s were an era of creative hairstyles and confident styling. The crimping iron look was a huge trend back then, and today it's making a comeback.
Why? Because it's unique and eye-catching. For this reason, you should pick up your crimping iron again:
Styling versatility: a crimping iron isn't just for wild manes. You can also use it to conjure up volume or take your braided hairstyles to a new level.
Three different hairstyle ideas
The crimping iron look has a lot more to offer than just wild curls. Here are four creative hairstyle ideas that you can easily achieve with a hair crepper:
- Cheat volume: Do you want a voluminous hairline? Simply crepe the roots and lightly tousle them. The result is a voluminous base without a visible crimp effect.
- Crimp Dip: The slightly different beach waves: this style combines casual beach waves with crimped tips, perfect for festivals or spring.
- Full braided hairstyle: Give your braided hairstyles more volume with a crimping iron, an effective technique especially for fine hair.
How to use the crimping iron
To get the most out of the crimping iron for the hair and protect it in the process, follow these steps:
- Apply heat protection: Always use a heat protection spray before you start crimping. This will protect your hair from heat. Even at the lowest temperatures you can achieve wonderful results, so do not choose the temperature level too high.
- Divide properly: Divide your hair into vertical sections and secure them with clips.
- Brush well: Brush each strand thoroughly before crimping. This will help you avoid knots and get an even result.
- Thin strands: Especially if you have thick hair, you should take thin strands.
- Crimp and fix: Take individual strands and clamp each strand between the crimping iron plates, holding them closed for a few seconds. Fix them afterwards with hairspray.
Hair crimping without a crimp iron
You don't have a crepe iron at hand right now, or you don't want to buy another tool? Then you can recreate the look with braids. Divide your hair into many fine strands and braid several braids.
It's best to do it while your hair is still slightly wet and then you can let the braids dry overnight. The next morning, undo the braids and pat your roots a little. This will give you more volume to create. This way, you've recreated the look of creped hair without any heat.
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