Start with clean, dry hair
Apply heat protectant
Brush out tangles
Divide hair into sections
Plug in the crimping iron and let it heat up
Take a small section of hair
Clamp the crimping iron near the roots
Hold for a few seconds
Release and move down the section
Repeat along the full length of the section
Continue with all sections
Let the hair cool completely
Finger-comb or lightly brush if desired
Finish with hairspray if needed