How to Create Elegant Long Curly Hair Styles

Backview of soft hairstyles for long, curly hair 

There are few things more elegant and romantic than long curly hairstyles. Even if you have bone-straight hair you can create one of these dynamic looks with the right styling products and techniques.

You may or may not be aware that one of the hottest looks in Hollywood right now is the half up/half down long curly hair style. If you are wondering how to do curly hair styles like those you see on your favorite celebrity, you will be happy to know that most times they are not difficult to achieve. It does take a little time but the results are fabulous.

Prepare the Hair 

Long curly hairstyles are usually easiest done when you’re working with second-day hair. If you need to wash your hair or if you naturally have very straight or fine hair, the right products can help thicken, provide texture, and offer hold. When you blow dry your hair, apply a mouse or a light gel and scrunch it a bit. It’s also a good idea to dry partly while your head is upside-down to add volume to the roots.

Instructions 

If you want to know how to do curly hair in a half updo, you will need a half-inch curling iron and a hair clip.

• Pull the top half of your hair up into a clip so you can work on the bottom half.
   
• Using your curling iron, create curls in your hair, one inch at a time. After you get the entire bottom half done, spray lightly with hairspray and allow them to cool.
   
• When you move on to the top section of any long curly hairstyles, you can either curl these pieces the same way, or you can use a straightening iron for most of the top and the bangs and then flip the ends or create curls near the ends of each strand. This will depend on the look you want at the top of your head.
   
• Once the curls are completely cool, finger fluff them. At this point, you can tease the top of your hair as needed and define your part as well. Side-swept bangs always look great with this look!
   
• Now, to create this long curly hair style, you can either pull the sides back and pin them, or pull most of your hair into a barrette, clip or elastic at the nape of your neck while allowing the curls to cascade down your back. Alternatively, a side ponytail is a look that has become quite popular as well.
   
• If needed, apply a pomade to bangs or to curls for definition. You may want to also apply a shining product before you apply a final spritz of hairspray. Keep in mind, long curly hair styles are not meant to be stiff, so use a flexible or light-hold hairspray. Flowers, tiaras, headbands and other accessories are always welcome with these looks.