This retro accessory from our grandmothers is making a comeback to curl our hair without damaging it.
Did you think this accessory was definitively relegated to the ranks of hair antiques, stuck somewhere between the hairnet and granny’s bobby pins? Think again. This vintage object that we thought was forgotten is making a spectacular comeback in our beauty routines, and even the biggest hairdressing houses have brought it up to date. On the Internet, tutorials are multiplying and beauty influencers no longer swear by it to obtain perfect curls without abusing their lengths. Even more surprising: according to TF1, it is now men who are the most fond of it.
This retro object that capsizes all generations is of course curlers. Far from being a simple nostalgic gadget, they have regained their letters of nobility behind the scenes of haute couture fashion shows. The most renowned hairstylists no longer hide it: they have once again become an essential tool for sculpting models’ hair before their appearance on the catwalks. No more curling irons which weaken the hair fiber due to excessive heat. Professionals are rediscovering the virtues of this accessory which allows them to obtain natural and long-lasting waves while preserving the health of the hair. Remember that Marylin Monroe herself owed them her iconic curly bob, proof that curlers have never really left the world of professional hairdressing.
For the experts at Jean Louis David, the curler is an accessory that has reinvented itself over the decades. Since ancient times, women used heated reed stems to create waves, symbols of wealth and youth. Today, new generation curlers take care of hair: ceramic models diffuse gentle and even heat, ultra-soft foam flexi-rollers are fixed by simply folding down the ends, and magic curlers allow you to create beautiful curls without any heat. To adopt this trend at home, choose the right model according to the desired effect: self-gripping velcro curlers are perfect for beginners, flexible ones can be worn all night without discomfort. In terms of size, opt for small diameters if you dream of tight curls, or larger rollers for a natural wavy. Divide your hair into sections, wind each strand from the tip to the root, pulling it taut, then alternate the direction of winding for a more organic look.
With the current craze for natural curls and beauty without heat, there is no doubt: the curler will still be popular for a good while to come.
