Taking just a few minutes to curl your hair and tuck it into your socks before going to bed will give you beautiful, wavy hair when you wake up. Make sure you moisten your hair before you roll it up so that it dries overnight in a curl. When you untie your hair, your hair will naturally wavy.
Step
Step 1. Cut off the toes from the worn sock
You can use any cotton sock. If you have very long hair, it's a good idea to wear larger socks, so use men's socks if you can find them. Then, cut the toes on the sock. Now both ends of the socks are open.
Step 2. Roll up the sock
Start by folding the ends, then fold back. After a few folds, you should be able to roll the sock into a donut shape. Here's what you need to get those gorgeous beach-style wavy hair the next morning.
If you're having trouble rolling up your socks, try stuffing them into a banana or other long object. Starting at the top, roll the legs down into a donut shape, then pull the bananas out
Step 3. Gather your hair into a high ponytail
Turn your head and use a comb to help collect the hair at the very top of your head. The higher the position, the better, because it will be easier and more comfortable for you to sleep when the coil is at the top of your head, rather than behind. Use rubber to hold this loop.
Step 4. Spray hair with water
Your hair should be damp, not soaking wet for this method to work well. If your hair is drenched, it won't dry overnight, so it's a good idea to just spray your hair with water to moisturize it. If you've just showered, wait until your hair is 80 percent dry before making a bun.
- You can fill up an old spray bottle to spray your hair evenly to moisturize it.
- If you don't have a spray bottle, use your fingers to flick the water through your hair, then use a comb to smooth it out.
Step 5. Insert the sock into the ponytail
Pull the ponytail through the "donut" hole and pull it a few inches. Make sure that no strands of hair are missed, they should all go into the socks.
Step 6. Insert the end of this ponytail into the sock
You'll be pulling the sock into the ponytail to create a loop, so start by tucking the ends of the ponytail all over the sock. By now the sock should be covered by the end of your ponytail.
Step 7. Roll the ponytail into a bun
With both hands, gently roll your socks and hair toward your head. Continue to roll until the entire ponytail is covered with the sock and the sock is at the head at the base of the ponytail. Now you too have a hair bun with a beautiful sock. If you want, you can wear this style outdoors.
If your hair feels dry, apply a little water to the loop. Remember not to over-wet it as it might not dry out overnight
Step 8. Bring to bed
You can sleep as usual and keep the coil from coming loose. If you put it on the top of your head, you should be able to sleep quite comfortably. If the loop feels too tight, try loosening the base of the loop, instead of releasing it completely.
Step 9. Remove the coil in the morning
Pull the hair and socks, then remove the socks. Remove the rubber too. Let your curls flow down your back and shoulders. You also get a beach-style wavy hairdo!
Tips
- Use hairspray to make curls last longer
- Use small bobby pins if the loop won't stick to the top of your head.
