Rollersetting 2011! (Challenge, Tips, Techniques, etc.)

I just need to vent! I FINALLY accomplished a great rollerset yesterday!!! My hair was silky and bouncy. I pin curled it last night and was soooooo disappointed this morning when my hair was frizzy and flat and the cute hanging curls were gone. What did I do wrong??????????????? HELP!!!
 
ElegantElephant: I've definitely been there girl. Pincurling takes as much practice as learning to rollerset. I watched tons of YT tutorials and one day, it just clicked.
I first learned how to pincurl by actually putting a magnetic roller up to my dry hair and rolling each curl just like I'd originally set it. Then I slip the roller out and clip the hair to my scalp. But you have to sleep cute to keep from crushing the curls. LOL

Next I tried to learn how to do the kind of curls where you roll your fingers over each other and lay the curls down on your scalp. Those work better for sleeping. I never really perfected it tho.

Now I do the kind of pincurls where I lay 2 fingers at the base of the curl, and use my other hand to wrap my hair around those fingers. Then I lay the curl down on my scalp and pin with 2 bobby pins. These work perfectly and take less time than the other techniques.

I hope this helps at least a little. Keep trying, you'll get it!
 
AlkalineSteam said:
@ElegantElephant: I've definitely been there girl. Pincurling takes as much practice as learning to rollerset. I watched tons of YT tutorials and one day, it just clicked.
I first learned how to pincurl by actually putting a magnetic roller up to my dry hair and rolling each curl just like I'd originally set it. Then I slip the roller out and clip the hair to my scalp. But you have to sleep cute to keep from crushing the curls. LOL

Next I tried to learn how to do the kind of curls where you roll your fingers over each other and lay the curls down on your scalp. Those work better for sleeping. I never really perfected it tho.

Now I do the kind of pincurls where I lay 2 fingers at the base of the curl, and use my other hand to wrap my hair around those fingers. Then I lay the curl down on my scalp and pin with 2 bobby pins. These work perfectly and take less time than the other techniques.

I hope this helps at least a little. Keep trying, you'll get it!
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AlkalineSteam- thanks so much for such a detailed response!!!!!! You're correct...pincurling takes lots of practice. UGH!!!! I am going to attempt another rollerset and will pincurl using the method you suggested with the magnetic roller. I may not sleep comfortably( cute sleeping) but will hopefully have cute bouncy curls=) THANKS!!!!!!
 
Rocky91 said:
Hey guys!
I haven't seen a thread like this, so I figured I'd start one.
I've recently started falling in love with rollersetting my hair for a low-manipulation style.
So, if there's anyone out there who'll be doing the same during 2011, here's the place to hang out, share tips, tricks, etc.
I guess you could call it a challenge, but I mean, I know we probably won't exclusively rollerset, and we're probably doing other challenges. so no pressure. just a place to chill and share with fellow rollersetters.:yep: i just wanna know some basic stuff to get us going:

Starting Length/Goal Length:
Why You Rollerset:
How Often:
Products:
Techniques/Tools: (magnetic rollers? flexi-rods? hooded dryer?)
Your #1 Piece of Advice on Rollersetting:

Thanks! :grin:
*Trey Songz voice* lehgo! :look:
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I have decided that I am going to roller set for the rest of the Summer. June 9-Sept. 9...unfortunately, I don't know how to rollerset my own hair so I have to get it done at the Salon.


Starting Length/Goal Length: Almost APL stretched out
Why You Rollerset: No direct heat on ends only roots blown out which will help me retain length and keep my hair straight
How Often: Every 2 weeks
Products: All Dominican Products (Silicon Mix, Salerm 21)
Techniques/Tools: (magnetic rollers? flexi-rods? hooded dryer?) Magnetic rollers under hooded dryer after DC
Your #1 Piece of Advice on Rollersetting: Pin curl hair at night to avoid having to use a curling iron or flat iron to retouch curls during the week.
 
Hey ladies.

I used to be in this thread on an almost daily basis. However, I got a sew-in to help me on the last leg of my stretch. Welp, that weave is gone, and I have since then got a touch up on my relaxes at 6 months post.

One member gave the greatest advice, and it was to learn how to rollerset your hair. I'm so glad that I did, because my ends were seriously in the best condition they have ever been in after a 6 month period in the direct care of me, myself, and I. I had less than a 1/4 inch trimmed off.

This challenge saved my ends, and I'm so thankful :yep:
Now I need to work on my sets lasting longer..happy rollerseting ladies!!
 
On Friday, I will be getting my hair cut in a chin length bob. My hair was probably MBL then I cut it to SL in December now it's growing out too long so chin length is the next stop. I have some flexi rods that I have never used so I will try to use them on my hair.
 
Popping out of lurkdom to ask a question - I've tried rollersetting twice, and both times my hair came out tangled (decent curls but I can't comb through it). I detangled thoroughly before setting and sprayed my leave-in and some heat protectant. The first time I thought it was the wrap foam, but this time I didn't use any and had the same issue. Any suggestions?
 
FoxxyLocs said:
Popping out of lurkdom to ask a question - I've tried rollersetting twice, and both times my hair came out tangled (decent curls but I can't comb through it). I detangled thoroughly before setting and sprayed my leave-in and some heat protectant. The first time I thought it was the wrap foam, but this time I didn't use any and had the same issue. Any suggestions?
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From experience, (I am still learning), you MUST smooth the hair on the roller. Make sure the ends are nice and flat, holding the hair with slight tension, roller then pin. It really takes a little practice.
 
Well, I got my touch up and my hair cut to a chin length bob, it is so cute! My hairdresser used the pink smooth rollers because I told her I wanted a tighter curl and it came out fantastic. I will be using the pink rollers for the tighter curl at home, of course, the style kind of dropped after running around the track last night. lol
 
RossBoss said:
Well, I got my touch up and my hair cut to a chin length bob, it is so cute! My hairdresser used the pink smooth rollers because I told her I wanted a tighter curl and it came out fantastic. I will be using the pink rollers for the tighter curl at home, of course, the style kind of dropped after running around the track last night. lol
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Do you know the size of the pink rollers? 3/4in?
 
mzteaze said:
From experience, (I am still learning), you MUST smooth the hair on the roller. Make sure the ends are nice and flat, holding the hair with slight tension, roller then pin. It really takes a little practice.
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And even with all those techniques mastered and implemented, some natural hair just doesn't like to roller setted :ohwell:

Because even when the hair seems taut on the roller, it can still coil up on itself :nono:
 
Where are you ladies purchasing your large Gray (2") to Green (3") magnetic rollers? I cant find them in the BSS in my area
 
Hey guys, I have to say this thread is pure awesomeness! I have been lurking in this thread and I have decided to have my roomate help me rollerset my hair! I wanted to know if I should use a foam wrap or setting lotion? I have 4/ab natural hair, medium strands and thick density. Should I buy big rollers and can I use a little bit of oil on my hair before setting it?
TIA.
 
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i'm about to read through this thread aka browse for hair porn:look:...i've given up on rollersetting my own hair, but i'm thinking about possibly getting rollersets done at the salon in the fall/winter.
 
Curlybeauty said:
And even with all those techniques mastered and implemented, some natural hair just doesn't like to roller setted :ohwell:

Because even when the hair seems taut on the roller, it can still coil up on itself :nono:
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Yeah no matter how taut I pull it, there's no way my hair is going to be smooth on the roller. I think I'll try rolling flat ironed hair instead. And maybe set with smaller flexi-rods for a tight curly set.

I did get my hair straight enough that I could probably easily straighten with the flat iron and it would look nice, but it's so much work to set it and dry under the dryer that it just doesn't make sense. I could air dry my hair in braids and then flat iron and get the same results with 1/4 the effort.

I'm gonna have to find a way to use all these rollers I bought though so I'll figure something out.
 
I went to a Dominican salon for wash and set and root blowout for the first time in forever yesterday... I was in and out in just 2 hours.... Made me so mad that it normally takes me 5-6 hours at home to wash, deep condition, rollerset, and dry and then maybe blow the roots...Smh I would get used to going to salons if I did not hate the way they comb through my hair and charge extra for deep conditioning (even though I brought my own Damn products.... Seriously Why are u charging me extra to put my own conditioner in my hair?) But 2 hours and bam! I was done. I wish I could do it that fast at home.

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Starting Length: neck length in the back and sl on the sides (bob)

Goal Length: full apl

Why You Rollerset: I recently relaxed my hair after being natural for 15 months and I got it too straight and heat isn't necessary at all. All I need is the rollers to smooth it out some.

How Often: 1-2x/week

Products: Aphogee leave-in, a moisturizer or creamy leave-in, serum, and water.

Techniques/Tools: Shampoo or cowash and then deep condition or 2 min Reconstructor. I use magnetic rollers with metal clips and air dry overnight. I may start flatironing my roots since I plan to stretch for 4-6 months.

Your #1 Piece of Advice on Rollersetting:
Allow it to dry all the way!!

Rollerset I did last night(6 wks post):

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LovingMe87

so pretty! i thought you were natural for a sec. i was wondering what am i doing wrong?!

i am so tempted to relax for a pretty rollerset. im sittn here in my orange perm rods with some eco styler gel and blue magic grease:look: because thats the only thing that seems to give me a smooth lasting set but i question if it will be detrimental in the long run. i havent worn my hair straight in a while.
 
What do u ladies do to a failed/puffy rollerset, besides flatiron? I want to do a rollerset and I'm trying to stay away from direct heat. So what should I do with my hair if it's too puffy to wear out?

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Solitude said:
Starting Length/Goal Length:
APL (thinking of cutting to get rid of scraggly ends)
Why You Rollerset:
so my hair will dry smooth and bouncy & usually for a straight look
How Often:
I'm inconsistent. If I'm focused, I set twice a week. If not, at least twice a month.
Products:
a creamy leave-in and a serum, or foam wrap lotion
Techniques/Tools: (magnetic rollers? flexi-rods? hooded dryer?)
magnetic rollers, prong clips, wide tooth comb, fine tooth comb, hair net, and hooded dryer (Golden Hot Elite)
Your #1 Piece of Advice on Rollersetting:
make sure the hair is smooth and taunt on the roller

I usually use magnetic rollers, but I have curlformers in my hair right now. If they come out nicely, then I'll post a pic tomorrow. My first time using them was a disaster.
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Solitude What happened your first time using them? My hair kept slipping right out. I use different sized sections to see if the sections I was originally using were too small however I got the same result no matter what I did:( I am going to try again after class on Sunday.
 
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H0tPinkButtafly said:
What do u ladies do to a failed/puffy rollerset, besides flatiron? I want to do a rollerset and I'm trying to stay away from direct heat. So what should I do with my hair if it's too puffy to wear out?

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Depends on when it happens. If it looks really bad I will just wet it and let my natural curls come thru. Other times I just pinned it into a passable hairdo for the day the restyled for the next day. It's just hair and playing with it is how you learn what will work and what won't.
 
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