6 Mistakes You're Probably Making With Hair Rollers, According to a Hair Pro

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Not Prepping the Hair

First, prepare your hair rollers to maximize their use. Not washing shampoo or conditioner enough is a mistake. 

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Using the Wrong Size Hair Roller

You may be using too large rollers if your hair falls flat immediately after removing them. 

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Using the Wrong Technique

Merrick-Thirlway recommends blow-drying hair with a medium round brush like the Neville 1403 to remove excess moisture.

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Using Too Much Hair in Each Roller

Merrick-Thirlway advises against overloading a roller with hair. "Make sure to use smaller sections to ensure complete efficiency of the roller.

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Putting the Rollers in the Wrong Way

Merrick-Thirlway recommends applying them this way to give volume to your roots, although this is personal preference.

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Not Letting the Hair Cool Down for Long Enough

Too quickly removing hair rollers reduces the longevity of your look. "Make sure the hair is completely cold before removing the rollers, as this will set the hair.