Looking to add curls to your hair without buying expensive steam rollers and curling irons? Check out these three cheap and easy ways to add soft, long-lasting curls overnight!1. Rag Rollers
Using an old bed sheet or satin pillowcase, tear or cut strips of material that are about an inch wide and six inches long. Roll one inch sections of hair and tie ends into a knot or bow. Spritz hair with leave-in and hit the sack. Unravel in the morning for soft waves.
2. Twists and Braids
Apply a light moisturizer to the hair and gently detangle with a wide tooth comb. Take two sections of hair and twist or braid tightly. Secure ends with a satin covered roller. Spritz hair with water or a leave-in conditioner. In the morning, unravel, fluff and go!
3. Bantu Knots
Take small sections of hair and twist into small equal size buns. Spritz with water and hit the sack. Unravel in the morning for shiny, bouncy curls.
Check out these two Youtube videos - Putting In Bantu Knots and Bantu Knots Unraveled.


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By: ooiobaae on 3/07/2009 7:59PM
What about for natual hair? I have natural hair that after washed is an afro. How do I get a head full of curls?
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By: warrior princess on 3/07/2009 10:42PM
For a curly fro, try braiding natural hair and rolling the braids on cushion rollers, mist, leave in overnight.
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By: Sheryl on 3/08/2009 3:07AM
Back in the day, grand ma used newspaper or a brown paper bag to curl our hair. Hair stayed curled for a week! LOL
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By: Dimples on 3/11/2009 3:23PM
I love my hype hair satin rollers. I can get an extra week out of a wash n set with them (when I'm feeling lazy ;))
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By: Sandra on 3/18/2009 12:54PM
My personal favorite is the Bantu or (Zulu) Knot. I take bigger sections when i want loose curls and smaller sections when i want tight fro-like curls! My hair is relaxed, so i love the texture they create. :-)
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Great article!
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