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Setting Course Lesson Six - Flexi Rod Setting

publication date: Jan 25, 2010
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author/source: Gennifer Miller
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Video #1 - How to Start Setting



Video #2 - Setting the Sides



Video #3 - Finishing the Set



Video #4 - The Final Result!





What we will accomplish in this lesson:

This video lesson will show you how to set your hair on flexi rods. This video is a must see if you are transitioning and want a style that blends your new growth and relaxed hair. In addition, its a great way to add volume and thickness to fine hair.


Tools:

  • Leave-In Conditioner
  • Serum
  • Hood Dryer
  • Wide Tooth Comb
  • Rattail Comb
  • Flexi Rods
  • End papers
Steps:

1. Watch and complete the Setting Prep Video.
2. Starting from the back, part one inch sections and add rods.
3. Keep moving up the hair until you complete the set.
4. Dry completely under a hood dryer. Drying time should be approximately 50 minutes to 90 minutes depending on thickness and length.
5. Remove rods and test to make sure hair is completely dry.

To Style:

1. Wear out or pin back curls in an updo. Add accessories - headbands, jeweled clips and scarves can add style to this look.

At Night:

1. Spritz with leave-in conditioner
2. Re-roll or reform any droopy curls.
3. Flip over head and cover with a satin cap.




Assignment #6 - Do a flexi rod set. Make a note of the following:

  1. How did it turn out? What did you like or dislike about flexi rod setting?
  2. What products did you use? What worked and what did not work?
  3. What will you do differently next time?
  4. How will you spice up this set during the week? Updos? Curly buns, etc?
Feel free to leave your answers or comments below!


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