Nicole Richie Long Hairstyle

[shootingstar]

what size of curling iron should i use to make these waves? and how should i position the barrel when curling? any recommendations are appreciated! thanks! ">http://

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[Toni]

Hi there shootingstar,

In all honesty the size of the curling iron is going to depend on your own hair's ability to hold curl. For example, if Nicole's hair holds it pretty well, and I'd start here, use a 1 1/2 to 2" barrel curling iron. Take sections about the same size in width and curl with barrel straight up and down in a vertical position like you want ringlets. Thing is, curl will fall straight down and relax as it isn't being curled tightly; the weight will help it to fall out and relax into the waves you desire. Experiment until you learn what your hair will hold and for how long.

When curls cool, shake and finger comb. They will continue to fall out into a larger wave. How much? Will depend on your hair, the humidty and other element factors. Always curl AWAY (back) off the face, then curls can alternate front and back if desired for a more natural look. Nicole has wrapped her shorter (bangs grown out) side piece around the section behind it for hold and appeal. Good luck!

[shootingstar]

thanks toni so much for the quick reply! cant wait to experiment.. might just do it right now! hahaha but just another question what do you mean by curling away from the face? is it a different position for the curling that way too?! thanks again!