Start with clean, dry hair
Apply heat protectant
Plug in the curling iron and set the desired heat
Section your hair
Open the clamp and place a small section of hair near the ends between the barrel and clamp
Close the clamp gently
Hold the iron vertically or horizontally depending on the curl style you want
Wrap the hair around the barrel toward the scalp
Hold for a few seconds
Release the clamp and let the curl slide out
Repeat on all sections
Let curls cool before touching
Finish with hairspray if desired