If you’d rather curl with the curling iron, spray your hair with hairspray before you curl, let it sit for a second to dry (so it doesn’t sizzle), and then curl it.  Once it’s curled, gently brush through the curl so it’s not crispy.  The hairspray will help with the hold, but brushing it out will keep it looking soft.  Best of both worlds!

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