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Vintage Hair-Style Instructions


"New Setting" Part 2
Keep in mind as you look at the following pictures that the instructions they are taken from an article written about "the newest development in permanent waving" so there might be the odd piece of wool crepe in the image, which was used to control the ends and keep the curl from spreading. While you won't be using any wool on the ends of your hair when creating temporary pincurls, the color of the fluff does make a nice contrast when trying to see the details of the curls.


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11. Coiffure to be styled determines number of curls in back. Make sure all the hair has styling lotion on it, not just the top layer.

12. If wave is desired in back, place and form it wherever desired. Anchor firmly into place with hairpins*.

*This definitely requires an assistant. The pincurls will be put in up to the row of pins.

   

13. To assure tight, firm curls at nape of neck, use orangewood stick* instead of regular curl stick for winding.

*Again, this is the first time I've seen mention of any tools used in pin curls, but from the pictures, they make nice even tidy curls.

14. Note finished curl pattern. Number of curls depends on style you are creating. Observe small pin curls around nape of neck.
   

15. Towel dry* curls to remove excess moisture.

* Blot dry, don't rub! You'll dislodge all your hard work.

16. Place a large hair net over head, being extremely careful not to disturb any of the curls.
   

23. Sit under dryer* until hair is thoroughly dry. You are then ready to remove hair net and comb hair into required hairstyle.

* You can pick up a portable bonnet dryer at most thrift shops for $5, and at the larger shops you can even find a salon chair for cheap. Or head to eBay for a vintage hair dryer.

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