ChocolatePie777
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Last time I used these (last week I believe)....it took me 40min exactly......I used less than 40....maybe 35....I didn't count but it wasn't my whole set......
Curlformers
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Amarilles
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Lilmama1011 I think it's more about method and styling, the more rollers you use the better defined curls. I also don't separate the curls at all, I let them separate on their own as the days pass, and I banana clip them up so they're away from my neck/clothes. 8-9 days is with setting with gel, 7 days is with setting with just a moisturizer and my cream sealant. It doesn't last this long when I leave it loose though.
Wow@folks using less than 40...last time I had to use 83.
erplexed The fewest I've used was 40 and I snagged so much dang hair, nearly every roller had all these strands left hanging inside after removing them. It was my first time and I didn't realize I was being so rough.
Wow@folks using less than 40...last time I had to use 83.
erplexed The fewest I've used was 40 and I snagged so much dang hair, nearly every roller had all these strands left hanging inside after removing them. It was my first time and I didn't realize I was being so rough.
Kurlee
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I use them to stretch my hair and I love them. The curls are not really my look so I tend to separate them and get them to fall so I am glad they only last a day.
I put in 96 once, but never again. Those curls lasted and it wasn't what I wanted. I usually put in about 50 now and can go pretty fast. I always put them in while watching TV or chatting in the living room so it never feels like a chore.
It is uncomfortable to sleep in. It is hard to get a good position and if you are someone that tosses or turns you will toss and turn into an uncomfortable position. I bought the curlformer softhood dryer and I will test it out tomorrow.
I put in 96 once, but never again. Those curls lasted and it wasn't what I wanted. I usually put in about 50 now and can go pretty fast. I always put them in while watching TV or chatting in the living room so it never feels like a chore.
It is uncomfortable to sleep in. It is hard to get a good position and if you are someone that tosses or turns you will toss and turn into an uncomfortable position. I bought the curlformer softhood dryer and I will test it out tomorrow.
kxlot79
Kitchen Mixtress
YES! 
Or at least for my hair.
I was starting to have so much trouble damp styling my hair once it passed BSL, but I think curl formers are the solution. I get AMAZING stretch. My hair isn't just stretched out though; it's super smooth too. Considering how straight I can get my hair, I'd say the stretch is better than a blowout, especially if I comb out the curls right away.
HTH!
Or at least for my hair.I was starting to have so much trouble damp styling my hair once it passed BSL, but I think curl formers are the solution. I get AMAZING stretch. My hair isn't just stretched out though; it's super smooth too. Considering how straight I can get my hair, I'd say the stretch is better than a blowout, especially if I comb out the curls right away.
HTH!
uofmpanther
4ab, lopo, fine, low-med density
I love them. They were great for my transitioning hair, and they are amazing for stretching my natural hair. I can usually get them in in under an hour. I currently use 50, but I almost ran out when I did my set yesterday. I'll probably buy more soon.
I prefer to sleep in them when I want to airdry because my hair takes forever to dry in general (low porosity problems). If I need to dry them during the day, I'll usually go under the hood dryer for an hour.
When I was transitioning, I pincurled them at night to preserve them. Now, I'm usually using them to stretch my hair, so I don't bother pincurling.
I prefer to sleep in them when I want to airdry because my hair takes forever to dry in general (low porosity problems). If I need to dry them during the day, I'll usually go under the hood dryer for an hour.
When I was transitioning, I pincurled them at night to preserve them. Now, I'm usually using them to stretch my hair, so I don't bother pincurling.
HairPleezeGrow
Natural.MediumFine.3c.
what happens when you sleep in them?
You don't lol...
HPG
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Pennefeather
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I may need to give these a try. It i can keep them in for week by pinning them up, I think it would be worthwhile.
I both use and LOVE curlformers, they are the best no-heat method for stretching my hair and I think my hair has benefitted from the break form me blow drying it (cause air drying never turns out well for me). I want to invest in a hooded dryer so that it can set faster because, like everyone said, these things HURT to sleep in.
andromeda
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Tried them (bootleg ones - 40 for $15) for the first time last week. used on damp hair with moisturizer and aloe Vera gel. half-way through the night, I found sleeping almost face-down to be pretty comfortable. I was surprised my how straight and smooth they got my hair -a bit too smooth tbh, since I like having texture/nappyness to my hair. I also dont like the Shirley temple curls but I think these will be an excellent way to cut down on the ssks and tangling I suffer from.
Now I have to figure out how to maintain them longer. my hair has thinned out a lot, so I feel like I have to separate the curls, but I know that cuts back on the style's longevity.
i'll also definitely be using these before flat-ironing. I'm not that great at blowdrying and its a headache anyways, and the curlformers get my hair straighter with less effort and potential damage. Tradeoff in time is worth it.
Now I have to figure out how to maintain them longer. my hair has thinned out a lot, so I feel like I have to separate the curls, but I know that cuts back on the style's longevity.
i'll also definitely be using these before flat-ironing. I'm not that great at blowdrying and its a headache anyways, and the curlformers get my hair straighter with less effort and potential damage. Tradeoff in time is worth it.
CarefreeinChicago
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Yes, that's what I do. After the second night I two strand twist at night and untwist every morning.
DarkJoy
Bent. Not Broken.
I like them.
THe more you use, the straighter the stretch. Setting lotions help with smoothness.
Installing gets faster with time. The first time, it took me almost 2 hours to install all 40. Now it's maybe 45 min or less depending on how many I use.
I sleep just fine in mine. Probably because I use the short ones. I cant imagine the long or extra longs.
THe more you use, the straighter the stretch. Setting lotions help with smoothness.
Installing gets faster with time. The first time, it took me almost 2 hours to install all 40. Now it's maybe 45 min or less depending on how many I use.
I sleep just fine in mine. Probably because I use the short ones. I cant imagine the long or extra longs.
HairPleezeGrow
Natural.MediumFine.3c.
I bought the extra long and wide knowing my hair isn't no where near to fill up the roller but it was in anticipation that one Day it will. My daughters' hair will do nicely in them though.
HPG
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HairPleezeGrow
Natural.MediumFine.3c.
Maybe that's why mine were so uncomfortable bc I have the extra long ones lol.
HPG
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HairPleezeGrow
Natural.MediumFine.3c.
Oh and this was my set for anyone that wanted to see. I used 33 curlformers and alternated between the pink and orange ones. I used DE stretching cream and DE gel but it didn't leave me with one ounce of hold lol.
HPG
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HPG
Don't judge...Sent from my Galaxy Note II using LHCF
krissyhair
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nemi95 I have thin and fine hair. There's hardly any density. As a child my mom always used products on me marketed for fine hair. 20 curl formers is plenty for me. But perhaps I can have better definition with more.
veesweets
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I did the same thing as HPG. I bought the extra long & wide so my hair could 'grow' into them. I thought about getting the extra long & extra wide, but I didn't think I wanted curls that big. Long & narrow didn't even cross my mind cause I hate super tight curls
uofmpanther
4ab, lopo, fine, low-med density
I've had all three widths. I think it is a matter of personal preference. The long and narrow was to skinny for me, so I gave them away. The long and wide are my favorite. The Curl on the extra wide is too big right now, but I may love it when my hair is longer.
davisbr88
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I love them with a passion. I just used them yesterday for a rollerset: http://www.oneand20.com/2013/12/holiday-party-hair-curlformers-on.html
HairPleezeGrow
Natural.MediumFine.3c.
Yes especially if you can get the set to last a week or more.
ETA- I retract my previous statement to say yes a low mani style not a PS!
HPG
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krissyhair
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I wouldn't. A protective style would require my ends to be protected like a bun or braids.
Inspiired
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When i first got them I was scared but I came up with a simplier technique, hooking from the bottom and not the top. Check out my new video below, I honestly know it'll help, plus i get NO BREAKAGE from my method!
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