How can I get curls and waves in my thick, layered hair?

Question by blooperzq: How can I get curls and waves in my thick, layered hair?
Hey guys!
Ok so I have extremely thick hair so I get it layered to make it appeal thinner. But since i have the layers, I can’t get the curls i want!
I really want curls like this: ((scroll down)) http://dresslikeashley.org/hair/movies/movie065.php
and waves like this: ((scroll down)) http://dresslikeashley.org/hair/movies/movie011.php or this: http://dresslikeashley.org/hair/movies/movie018.php
Sadly, when I braid my hair for the waves, hair is always falling out of the braid bcuz of the layers!!! It’s so sad! lol! I also do curlers for the curls but they always a) fall out of the curlers, b) come out totally demented, or c) aren’t the right size. So I need help! I want to do that first wave hairstyle for school but I only have 10-15 mintues in the morning to do that style! Please help I’m in desperate need of it! Its for the first day of school too!

Best answer:

Answer by grammie
If you have short layers your going to have a problem. Try hot or steam rollers , but roll them side ways or on an angle,” horizontal.” Good Luck

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