Who uses setting lotion before rollersetting?

[soslychic]

Does anyone do this even when they have the intention of wrapping straight and not keeping the curl? How does this benefit the look?

 

[cardinalfire]

I rollerset my hair with Lottabody Setting lotion. When you use large rollers, your hair doesn't come out curly--more like a wave or flip that is easily pressed out with an iron or smoothed out when it is wrapped up. Rollersetting is gentler to the hair than blow-drying with a brush, offers more body, last longer and looks smoother and shinier. It is also easier on the arms. Purple and gray rollers (the larger ones) are best for roller-setting with the intention of wearing straight.

 

[Nessa]

I am just a little memory lessful today, but what is rollersetting? And I have been wondering for that question also.

 

[PrettyBrownEyes]

I use Keracare's Setting lotion (not the foam one).

 

[soslychic]

Thanks guys. I was just wondering what the purpose of the actual setting lotion was. Like, is it meant to give more hold, as in making your hair curlier? I was just wondering what is the benefit of the setting lotion if you do not have the intention of wearing it curly, rather the intention of wearing it straight. I'm really hoping that makes sense

 

[cardinalfire]

It gives you more hold in wearing your hair straight, not just curly. It also provides shine and lubrication. Just because you brush out the curl when you rollerset for the intention of straightening doesn't mean you don't need hold. Unless you want to be left with a poofy disaster.

 

[soslychic]

ah..........I see. Well I've been coming out with a poofy distaster lately so maybe I'll add this step

 

[perfectpeace]

Setting lotion also stretches the hair so it gets the strands smoother on the roller.

Has anyone used just a leave in to wet set? I used Biolage Leave In Tonic instead of the setting lotion and the hair came out smooth, moisturized and not crispy.

Anybody else?

 

[LABETT]

I use Lottabody creme wrap setting lotion I have never done
a rollerset without using somes type of setting lotion.

 

[diamond_nh]

Before you wrap your hair do you comb your hair out or just start combing it in the direction of the wrap?

 

[beana3]

I just use leave in (to detangle) and silken seal

 

[gvsugirl]

I just pin it up like a wrap (i dont comb) , put on a scarf, and sneak up under the scarf and take out the pins. When I take the wrap down I finger comb.

 

[celestialOne]

Sometimes i felt retarded because i thought i was one of only a few who believes in using a setting lotion, but my hair is always glistening after using it (can we say, "bling, bling?" It does keep the hair straighter and i seem to be able to hold that "bend" on the ends of my hair longer. I can't stand the "stick straight" look, feels like i am wearing a wig.

 

[inthepink]

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perfectpeace said:
Has anyone used just a leave in to wet set? I used Biolage Leave In Tonic instead of the setting lotion and the hair came out smooth, moisturized and not crispy.

Anybody else?

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I "set" the ends of my braidouts on perm rods with leave-ins. I've originally used Biolage Leave-In Tonic with great results and then started using Aussie Hair Insurance so I can save my Biolage since it costs more. Both have given me great hold and keep my ends soft.

 

[Allandra]

I don't use setting lotions for roller setting. I use leave-in conditioners or just a mixture of conditioner and warm water in a spray bottle.

 

[SoniT]

I use Lottabody setting lotion for my rollersets. When I used to wrap my hair, I used Lottabody's Wrap 'N Tap wrap lotion.

 

[jaibee]

i thought everyone used setting lotion before rollersetting! maybe i should try different things such as leave ins with water or something for better home results.

 

[Karonica]

Sos, Lottabody Setting Lotion works better than B&S Creamy Set for setting. The B&S is heavier, not to mention, it smells like bananas in the jar, but once it's on your head, it smells like something else.

I just had to warn yuh.

 

[elaine]

I have to use it especially when relaxer time is close to help straighten the new growth when rollersetting.

 

[soslychic]

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celestialOne said:
Sometimes i felt retarded because i thought i was one of only a few who believes in using a setting lotion, but my hair is always glistening after using it (can we say, "bling, bling?" It does keep the hair straighter and i seem to be able to hold that "bend" on the ends of my hair longer. I can't stand the "stick straight" look, feels like i am wearing a wig.

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What setting lotion do you use?

 

[AnjelLuvs]

i use setting lotion I think that it gives the hair a more longer lasting curl. I use lottabody. you can click on my hair album in my siggy.

 

[celestialOne]

hey soslychic, I use paul mitchell's hair sculpting lotion diluted in water. I know that most women on the board do not like their hair to "harden" and this product does cause that to a certain degree. I usually dilute it by mixing one part lotion to 4 parts water. If my hair comes out a little harder than i would like, i just apply oil to loosen the set and i come it with a wide tooth comb before using my paddle brush. That way, i lose less hair. It contains silicones and i assume that is the reason why my hair shines so much. It is also quite inexpensive too. I think a 16 oz bottle is 5.75. Lasts a long time. hth

 

[hotshot]

i use lottabody lotion on my naps now and then for a cornrow twistout and i love it!! it makes it smooth, bouncy shiny and has great hold.

 

[caraSC]

I just recently discoved Pantene's R&N conditioning wrap and set lotion. It sets nicely, detangles like crazy and leaves a nice, soft finish. I have used several setting lotions/creams in the past and this is my new favorite and staple.

 

[PrettyBrownEyes]

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caraSC said:
I just recently discoved Pantene's R&N conditioning wrap and set lotion. It sets nicely, detangles like crazy and leaves a nice, soft finish. I have used several setting lotions/creams in the past and this is my new favorite and staple.

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I just tried this recently and I really like it also!!

 

[Country gal]

I think the setting lotion and roller sets give your hair more body and shine. In the hair salon, the stylists roller set the hair with setting lotion. After the hair is tried, they brush out the curls and flat iron it.

 

[soslychic]

So how does the lotta body compare to the pantene? I noticed a whole lot of people use lotta body. Which would you say gives you the most shine and body without making hair hard? Also, arn't there 2 different types of the lotta body? Is one prefered over the other?

 

[caraSC]

I have used the Lottabody creamy set and lotion on both wet and dry hair. I prefer the Pantene over both. Lottabody lotion will set your hair, no doubt, but it is a crispier set than Pantene's. The Lottabody creamy set left a film on my hair. So my vote is for the Pantene. Soft, bodified set with shine.

 

[karezone]

I only use setting lotion for wet wraps because it decreases the drying time.

 

[itismehmmkay]

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cardinalfire said:
It gives you more hold in wearing your hair straight, not just curly. It also provides shine and lubrication. Just because you brush out the curl when you rollerset for the intention of straightening doesn't mean you don't need hold. Unless you want to be left with a poofy disaster.

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So, this is my problem. I added setting lotion to this current rollerset. I haven't taken the rollers out yet; I sure hope this setting lotion fixes the problem.