I used my Caruso Rollers the other night for the first time and I think I fell in love.
I couldn't get good pictures, but I will take some next time I use it (and when I finally get a new camera).
So, Saturday was wash day, I am 6 weeks post relaxer:
I pre-pood/did a Henna Treatment
Co-washed it out
ACV Rinse to clarify my scalp and hair
Then did a Moisturizing Deep Conditioning Treatment
Then Detangled and Airdried
My hair felt soo soft!!
For the roller-set:
I waited until my hair was basically 100% Airdried
Added a little moisturizer to each section before rolling
Used the Jumbo Rollers
And Rolled Upwards
Kept the rollers on for about 30 minutes
For the Caruso Set:
I filled the reservoir with Distilled Water
Plugged it in
Took about 10 minutes for it to heat/steam up
Then when I was ready to put the rollers in my hair:
I took the clip off
then put the roller on the reservoir for about 10 seconds
then went about rolling my hair
More About the Caruso Rollers:
- Patented roller design allows for breathing space between the foam and the shield so steam evaporates faster and curls set tighter
- Unique shield lock holds rollers tightly and end caps have slots to hold clips when needed
- The Molecular roller foam (also called sponge curlers) holds steam to give you the most curling power
- 1 year limited warranty
- Three sizes:
- Medium (1"): For medium curls, medium to short hair, or medium to fine hair
- Large (1-1/4"): For looser curl, volume and body (may be referred to as "Jumbo Large" in packaging
- Jumbo (1-1/2"): For largest curls and waves, long or thick hair
How I feel about them:
I LOOOOVVEEE the Caruso Roller Set. It's very easy to use....like, you don't even need to know how to roller set easy. It really only takes 5-10 minutes after applying the rollers for your hair to curl. I know because I took one roller out just to see how it would look.
My hair felt sooooo soft and conditioned after taking out the rollers and I think it's because of the steam.
My curls lasted all night and mind you, I dance my butt off.
I also like the fact that it comes with different roller sizes so you can achieve your desired look.
I give these an A+
Cost: $35.90 from Amazon
I've had a Caruso Steamer for a while now and I do love the curls it creates, and they last for days. But I find my ends can dry out really badly the day or so after I use it, you'll have to tell me if you have that problem too, or if its just me. Great post!
ReplyDeletewow cute...I flat ironed for length check this weekend after 3 months of stretching braidouts and buns...im happy with the length but sad because my hair seems thinner...I'm hoping its because I just relaxed and not due to my STRETCH NIGHTMARE...LOL
ReplyDeleteI did notice that my hair had no ummphhh usually after my flat iron I bump the ends and wrap it and it lasts all week...wrapping nightly
I.HAD.NOTHING. when I unwrapped it saturday morning....Sunday I had to bump it for church and I was mortified because I NEVER USE HEAT TWICE IN ON WEEK......
I also have noticed my ends seem tangled when I wrap with my new length...this has never happened...I have never let my hair grow past shoulder length.....as an adult....
suggestions???
dee in san diego
@ MrsT- I read about some who had that issue, which can be "solved" by using end/roller papers when roller setting. I have not experienced dry ends, but then again, this was my first time using these rollers. I also added extra moisturizer to my ends prior to roller setting, just in case.
ReplyDeleteThank you :-)
@ Dee- thanks :-)
Hair typically looks thinner after a relaxer touch-up.
One way to eliminate that is to do a mid-step protein treatment during your relaxer process with a mild reconstructer. For example Aphogee 2 minute.
For future reference, you would
Relax..rinse out..put in the 2 minute reconstructer for about 5 minutes, rinse, neutralize then continue with your normal process.
I'm pretty sure your hair will regain it's thickness and umphh after your first wash though, so don't be discouraged. I would highly recommend doing a mild protein treatment during your next wash to strengthen your hair back up(especially because you used heat twice and had a touch-up.
hmmm about your ends tangling..it could be just that your hair is longer and you may need to modify your wrapping technique. Maybe try crosswrapping or pin curls instead?
I would have to look into this. I don't wear my hair straight/down much, so I haven't experienced that before. But I will look into it for you.
What a coincidence! I just did a video on a Caruso roller set. I love them just as much as you do, so easy!!
ReplyDeleteYou did!! Looking forward to seeing your video! :-D
ReplyDeletethanks so much for the info....I have heard about the aphogee 2 min. I will try this....
ReplyDeletedee in san diego