Lately I’ve been loving big loose curls. Today I wanted to share an easy and affordable way to get this look. I’ve recently picked up the Hot Tools 24K curling iron from ULTA. It’s comparable in quality to more expensive wands, but doesn’t break the bank. It’s actually on sale for ONLY $39 right now at ULTA! I also found the cutest pack of velvet scrunchies while browsing the store. I’ve already worn them in my mini bun and I’m obsessed!

The curling iron comes in 4 different sizes–I use the 1.5’’ barrel to get these curls. It has adjustable heat settings up to 430 degrees, which is great for getting your curls to last for days. I set mine around 375 degrees, and it heats quickly and curls just as fast.

The trick to achieving this look is to grab small sections of hair and always curl it away from your face. Using smaller sections of hair will help keep the curls from wrapping around themselves, and will give you a more voluminous finished look. Curling your hair away from your face also helps give it a more natural look, but more importantly keeps the curls from falling in front of your face.

I finished off the look using the Redken Fashion Work 12 Hairspray. It is anti-frizz, very lightweight and helps keep my curls intact all day long. You can find it at ULTA.

Ps. I’m kinda tempted to add a little pink into my hair. I saw this online and really want to try it. Maybe just a few highlights…What do you think?

H A I R  &  O U T F I T   D E T A I L S

CURLING IRON: Hot Tools 1.5″ | HAIRSPRAY: Redken | SCRUNCHIES: Kitsch | TOP: Express | JEANS: Express

 

FIT TIPS:

I’m 5’1″. Typically wear 6.5-7 in shoes. XS/0 in tops and dresses. 24 in Jeans.

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