Setting to Success 2013
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DominicanBrazilian82
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soldier4hair I have air dried with rollers (back in college). The only difference between that and siting under a dryer is that my hair dries smoother with heat. Without heat it tends to be rougher and less 'finished'.
MileHighDiva
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melahnee this is the thread that can answer your hair setting questions. Maybe, Napp, DominicanBrazilian82, or Blairx0 can go into the "Can I Ask a DUMB Question" thread and answer your questions.
DominicanBrazilian82
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MileHighDiva thanks for bringing melahnee over to us!!! To answer your question Mel... The longer your hair becomes, the greater the need for larger rollers... And subsequently the larger the rollers, the bigger your parts can be in placing them. Bigger parts = more hair for one roller; thus assisting you with your "too many rollers" problem. Hope this helps!
melahnee
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thank you @MileHighDiva !
@DominicanBrazilian82
i do believe the size is one of my problems. and I now know that my sections being too small was most likely the even bigger problem! i tried to make the sections smaller vs. larger because I was thinking of the way you flat-iron, where smaller sections > larger sections.
one more question, what do you think the easiest "type" of set is for a beginner?
Thank you so much!
DominicanBrazilian82
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thank you @MileHighDiva !
@DominicanBrazilian82
i do believe the size is one of my problems. and I now know that my sections being too small was most likely the even bigger problem! i tried to make the sections smaller vs. larger because I was thinking of the way you flat-iron, where smaller sections > larger sections.
one more question, what do you think the easiest "type" of set is for a beginner?
Thank you so much!
melahnee As long as you roll it smooth (use your rattail comb to smooth your hair before you roll, but only after you detangle...), it shouldn't matter how big your parts are; but the smaller your rollers, the longer you will have to dry. The easiest placement techniques for beginners is "Mohawk style".
Start with your section down the middle...
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Then do two sections on each side...
Finished product...
Results after root flat iron...
Tip: Always comb forward and roll back (under) for straight styles. Otherwise you will have a 70's style flip going on. Some might like that though... I like smooth and straight like I just blow dried and flat ironed! HTH
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candy626
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melahnee said:thank you @MileHighDiva !
@DominicanBrazilian82
i do believe the size is one of my problems. and I now know that my sections being too small was most likely the even bigger problem! i tried to make the sections smaller vs. larger because I was thinking of the way you flat-iron, where smaller sections > larger sections.
one more question, what do you think the easiest "type" of set is for a beginner?
Thank you so much!
A flexi rod set is definitely easiest for a beginner. Flexi rod sets do take a long time to dry though.
Setting on plastic mesh rollers is also not too bad for a beginner.
EnExitStageLeft
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caliscurls
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I did a flexirod ponytail rollerset last night, for the most part my hair came out great, but my roots are a little stiff and extra thick still. Last time it wasn't that bad but I'd applied way too much leave in...and thus my question:
How much leave in are people generally using at their roots?
And
How do you apply, per section or whole head at 1 time?
How much leave in are people generally using at their roots?
And
How do you apply, per section or whole head at 1 time?
DominicanBrazilian82
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Pics?! Am I the only one who doesn't mind thick roots on a curly set?!
caliscurls
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Lol, I should've taken some but immediately threw it up in a bun. If my hair had the same texture throughout I don't think I'd mind but I'm transitioning (or so i think
) so it looked kinda crazy.
melahnee
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DominicanBrazilian82
Wow, it looks great!! you make it look so easy though, lol! I will definitely come back to this thread next time i try it. Thank you!!
DominicanBrazilian82
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Air drying before doing this set:
Will post results in the morning
Will post results in the morning
Saludable84
Better Late Than Ugly
Air drying before doing this set:
Will post results in the morning
I've thought about doing this, but going towards a bun.
Please excuse my iPhone; it's trying to get it together
cherishlove
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Omg I've been missing out. I love this compared to my straight hair. I've found a new hairstyle.... I love the compliments too.
MileHighDiva
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EnExitStageLeft
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Under the dryer as we speak will post results when dry. This is my first rollerset in 3 years. I did them, but with little to no (mostly no) success. Hopefully it goes better this time 
lol.
lol.
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EnExitStageLeft
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Ok guys, so I set my hair for the first time in long time yesterday and I'm happy to report that it came out AWESOME!
I did a ponytail rollerset because its a bit easier then a standard set and I have to say that I much prefer it. It stretched my roots quite nicely and I still had nice full curls as if I had done a standard mohawk style set. I used Annie 1 1/2 inch plastic mesh rollers and my Hot Tools Soft Bonnet dryer to dry. If you want a bit more detail then check out my blog posts about it. My blog link is listed below in my siggy.
Anywho, here are the pictures.....
I did a ponytail rollerset because its a bit easier then a standard set and I have to say that I much prefer it. It stretched my roots quite nicely and I still had nice full curls as if I had done a standard mohawk style set. I used Annie 1 1/2 inch plastic mesh rollers and my Hot Tools Soft Bonnet dryer to dry. If you want a bit more detail then check out my blog posts about it. My blog link is listed below in my siggy
.Anywho, here are the pictures.....
Rozlewis
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Ok guys, so I set my hair for the first time in long time yesterday and I'm happy to report that it came out AWESOME!
I did a ponytail rollerset because its a bit easier then a standard set and I have to say that I much prefer it. It stretched my roots quite nicely and I still had nice full curls as if I had done a standard mohawk style set. I used Annie 1 1/2 inch plastic mesh rollers and my Hot Tools Soft Bonnet dryer to dry. If you want a bit more detail then check out my blog posts about it. My blog link is listed below in my siggy
Anywho, here are the pictures.....
It looks great!!!
DominicanBrazilian82
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Ok guys, so I set my hair for the first time in long time yesterday and I'm happy to report that it came out AWESOME!
I did a ponytail rollerset because its a bit easier then a standard set and I have to say that I much prefer it. It stretched my roots quite nicely and I still had nice full curls as if I had done a standard mohawk style set. I used Annie 1 1/2 inch plastic mesh rollers and my Hot Tools Soft Bonnet dryer to dry. If you want a bit more detail then check out my blog posts about it. My blog link is listed below in my siggy
Anywho, here are the pictures.....
Gorgeous!!!!! Did you flat iron as well? EnExitStageLeft
cherishlove
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Did you dry your hair before roller setting?
EnExitStageLeft
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Rozlewis Thank You!
DominicanBrazilian82 Thanks! Yes I flat ironed my root area. I finally see why you ladies love rollersetting. A straight sleek style with less heat.
soldier4hair Hey Girl No I I didn't dry my hair. My hair was soaking wet when I applied the rollers. Mainly because upon applying them I saturated my section with distilled water followed by my diluted setting lotion. I also dipped my roller in a cup of water to ensure optimum smoothness.
!DominicanBrazilian82 Thanks
! Yes I flat ironed my root area. I finally see why you ladies love rollersetting. A straight sleek style with less heat. soldier4hair Hey Girl
No I I didn't dry my hair. My hair was soaking wet when I applied the rollers. Mainly because upon applying them I saturated my section with distilled water followed by my diluted setting lotion. I also dipped my roller in a cup of water to ensure optimum smoothness.
Rozlewis
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Rozlewis Thank You
DominicanBrazilian82 Thanks
soldier4hair Hey Girl
EnExitStageLeft, thanks for sharing the tips. I had not thought about dipping the rollers.
EnExitStageLeft
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mshoneyfly
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EnExitStageLeft
Your set came out absolutely gorg!!! Its sooo smooth!
After you stretch the ng with ponytails, do you keep them in and just roll the ends? Or do you take the PTs down and roll?
Your set came out absolutely gorg!!! Its sooo smooth!
After you stretch the ng with ponytails, do you keep them in and just roll the ends? Or do you take the PTs down and roll?
EnExitStageLeft
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@mshoneyfly
Thanks Girl! I left the ponytails in and just rolled the ends. It works our well because I was able to stretch out my tetxurized hair and newgrowth.
Thanks Girl
! I left the ponytails in and just rolled the ends. It works our well because I was able to stretch out my tetxurized hair and newgrowth.
DominicanBrazilian82
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DominicanBrazilian82 Thanks
EnExitStageLeft that is exactly why I do it. I love straight styles but hate dry/brittle hair from blow drying and flat ironing. Rollersetting gives me everything minus the damage. Your hair looks pretty. Hopefully this means you set more frequently.
EnExitStageLeft
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DominicanBrazilian82
Thanks you!
Yeah, setting is def. the business. The plan is to do them once a month. We'll see lol...
Thanks you!
Yeah, setting is def. the business. The plan is to do them once a month. We'll see lol...
janeemat
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Ok guys, so I set my hair for the first time in long time yesterday and I'm happy to report that it came out AWESOME!
I did a ponytail rollerset because its a bit easier then a standard set and I have to say that I much prefer it. It stretched my roots quite nicely and I still had nice full curls as if I had done a standard mohawk style set. I used Annie 1 1/2 inch plastic mesh rollers and my Hot Tools Soft Bonnet dryer to dry. If you want a bit more detail then check out my blog posts about it. My blog link is listed below in my siggy
Anywho, here are the pictures.....
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Gorgeous roller set!
Altruisticoam
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Ok guys, so I set my hair for the first time in long time yesterday and I'm happy to report that it came out AWESOME!
I did a ponytail rollerset because its a bit easier then a standard set and I have to say that I much prefer it. It stretched my roots quite nicely and I still had nice full curls as if I had done a standard mohawk style set. I used Annie 1 1/2 inch plastic mesh rollers and my Hot Tools Soft Bonnet dryer to dry. If you want a bit more detail then check out my blog posts about it. My blog link is listed below in my siggy
Anywho, here are the pictures.....
Wow your set turned out so pretty
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