WITH her sleek curtain bangs, pop princess Sabrina Carpenter has sparked a new wave of fans eager to recreate her vintage look.
The 25-year-old American singer, who has 37 million followers on Instagram, recently went viral after posting a photo of herself using a huge Velcro roller to achieve her bouncy bangs.
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And thanks to her, the humble Velcro roller is enjoying a resurgence.
One of my earliest memories is of my grandmother, with her pink hair curlers, putting on lipstick.
Growing up in the 1940s, rollers were a staple in her generation’s beauty routine.
Then, in the 1960s, Velcro rollers appeared, which work by trapping the hair.
Now a new generation of celebrities, including former Love Island star Olivia Attwood, are embracing this timeless method of curling their hair following the return of ’90s hair trends and the rise of curtain bangs.
Like Sabrina, they are inspired by 90s icons Cindy Crawford, Denise Richards, Sarah Jessica Parker and Jennifer Aniston.
One of the best things about Velcro rollers is their versatility. They come in various sizes, so they adapt to different hair lengths and types.
But as power hair tools became more advanced in the 2000s, rollers fell out of fashion.
Since then, we’ve been spoiled with high-tech styling products like the Dyson Airwrap, which costs £399.99.
After having my children, Jude, four, and Eva, two, I suffered from postnatal hair loss.
My previously thick hair became thin and lifeless.
Now I’m desperate to revive my hair and bring some bounce to my locks.
I’ve always loved that vintage look with curtain bangs, but achieving this style can be quite challenging—unless you’re blessed with thick, wavy tresses.
Unfortunately, I’m not.
But are these modern tools REALLY superior to the old-fashioned hair roller?
Here, I put them to the test.
Superdrug Velcro roller set, £8 for 15
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PROS: Economical, no heat damage, versatile.
CONS: A little complicated and time-consuming.
Start with clean, slightly damp hair. Use a volumizing mousse or spray to add texture and hold.
DIVIDE your hair into sections: top, sides and back. Use clips to keep the sections separate.
Take a small section of hair and dry it before placing the roller on the end, then roll it towards your scalp.
Make sure your hair is gently wrapped around the roller.
Press gently to secure the roller in place. Velcro will hold it, but if you want more grip, use a clip.
Let your hair dry completely.
You can air dry or use a hairdryer on low heat. For best results, keep the rollers on for 30 to 60 minutes.
I leave the rolls for an hour before carefully unrolling each one, starting at the bottom.
Then I separate the curls with my fingers – but you can use a wide-toothed comb.
I am impressed with the volume and elasticity of my hair.
It looks fuller than ever, although I have to tame it a bit as my bangs end up looking like the golden arches of a certain fast-food restaurant, which isn’t what I’m going for.
Once styled, I love the end result.
My curls look strong, sexy and long-lasting – just how I like my men.
For eight pounds, I’m incredibly impressed.
Although the process is a bit time-consuming, the results are definitely worth the wait.
Dyson Airwrap, £399.99
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PROS: Fast, easy to use, no heat damage.
CONS: Dear, the curls fall out quickly and are difficult to use at first.
THIS high-tech product is designed for fine, fine hair, with brushes for body and shape and barrels for curling and curling.
You have to use it on damp hair. If your hair is too dry or too wet, it won’t work.
It is important to part your hair to make combing easier and choose the right barrel size.
I’m using the smaller barrel because my hair is medium length.
Influencers make the Airwrap look so easy, but it took me a while to master it.
Despite the initial difficulties, I ended up getting the hang of it and the results are worth the effort.
It worked well for styling my bangs, but it didn’t give me as much volume as the Velcro rollers.
What’s more, I found that the curls fell out quickly, which is quite disappointing considering the price.
Mainly because I used the same mousse and volumizing spray that I used with the curlers.
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MY VERDICT: ALTHOUGH the Airwrap was designed with advanced technology to minimize any heat damage and offer versatility, it didn’t meet my expectations in terms of lasting volume.
Convenience and ease of use are definite pluses, but for those looking for long-lasting curls and significant lift, Velcro rollers still hold their ground.
They may not be as glamorous or high-tech, but they consistently offer volume and support that more modern tools sometimes can’t match.
Sabrina uses giant hair rollers, but it depends on the thickness and length of your hair.
The jumbo was a little big for my hair, so I used the smaller size, which was still quite large.
Despite the hype and impressive engineering behind products like the Airwrap, Velcro rollers prove that when it comes to hair, less is definitely more.
The smaller the roller, the tighter the curl
NICOLE PETTY, hair expert at Milk + Blush, shares her top tips for creating the perfect curls with Velcro rollers.
If you have shorter hair, smaller rollers will work better to inject volume at the roots, with taut curls at the ends.
However, remember that the smaller the roller, the tighter the curl will be – therefore, the shorter your hair will be.
Those with medium length hair who just want a classic, voluminous look are best suited to medium sized rollers.
But they can also opt for smaller rollers to get tighter curls.
If you have long locks, opt for larger rollers. When cutting your hair, do not select too much, otherwise it will not fit into the roller.
Hair needs to be damp. Blow dry your hair and once the roller is in place, add a clip.
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