Electric heated styling tongs are used on dry hair. They are most often used on short fine hair, afro hair or long hair to make a ringlet effect. They can be used to create movement or curl.
Some tongs have a spring lever, others have a swivel handle; which ones you use will depend on how familiar and confident you are with the process. Tongs are made of polished chrome and usually come in three barrel sizes: 13mm, 16mm and 19mm.
The size you select, and the angle you hold your tongs at, will depend on the result you are aiming to achieve. With practice, you can learn to control your styling tongs and create different kinds of movement in your haircuts.
Spiral tongs
Spiral tongs have a grooved barrel, usually of about 13mm. The hair is wrapped around the barrel to give perfect tiny curls and ringlets.
Using tongs
Place the dry hair between the barrel and the blade of the tongs and roll it up as you would with a hair roller. Hold the hair in place long enough for the heat to soften it. Release the tongs and slide them out of the hair. This will create a smooth roll or curl effect.
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