Carving: what is, types and techniques

Curly hair is the object of desire for many women. This hairstyle transforms any image, attracts attention and makes a woman mysterious. Every day, wind the hair - a long and tedious process that does not give a lasting result. In the world of hairdressing, there are many ways to give your hair a long-lasting curl effect. One of them is carving. Its features, advantages and disadvantages will be discussed in this article.

The term "carving" is found in many branches of human life. For example, in cooking, skiing and hairdressing. The meaning of this term varies in each area, but its original essence remains unchanged. If we consider the translation from English, we get two concepts: "thread" and "cut."

Among hairdressers and stylists, the concept of carving refers to light, gentle chemistry, a kind of this procedure. Previously, so-called long-term styling, now means a lightweight version. Hair after a similar procedure looks wavy, voluminous and well-groomed for a long time.

Carving is done as follows:

1. the wizard makes a hair inspection to determine their type, structure and condition;
2. head thoroughly washes and dries;
3. strands are wound on curlers or bobbins, depending on the type of carving and the effect that should result from the procedure;
4. a special composition is applied to the wound hair, which is evenly distributed on the head;
5. a cellophane cap and a terry towel are put on the head, in such a state the hair is left for some time;
6. hair wrapped on curlers, washed with water without shampoo, then applied fixer, which also need to withstand some time;
7. The fixer is washed off, and only then the strands unwind.

This procedure is very similar to the one that is performed during chemical perm. The only difference is in the use of curlers and formulations used. Next, we will study in more detail the differences and features of carving.

All the representatives of the beautiful half of humanity can be divided into two groups: who is suitable carving and to whom it is contraindicated. First, let's talk about the first category of women:

• owners of thin, rare and soft hair;
• scanty hairstyle, which sorely lacks volume;
• increased natural oily hair;
• the desire for a short time to change the image without serious consequences for the hair;
• business and busy women who cannot spend time on their daily styling.

However, lightweight perm can not always be carried out. In some situations, this procedure is contraindicated. It is necessary to abandon carving if:

• you have a pregnancy or breastfeeding period;
• menstruation;
• daily, chronic stress;
• recently there was a staining procedure, including highlighting;
• there is severe damage to the hair;
• you are inherent in the manifestation of allergies to some components of the composition;
• you are taking medications that are incompatible with the ingredients of the composition.

Carving is very similar to chemistry, which is known for a long time, and is still popular today. Moreover, this procedure is often considered its lighter version. Between similar procedures There are a number of significant differences that do not allow carving to be taken as chemistry.

• The composition by which hair is processed during carving affects only the outer part of the hair. This ensures a reduced level of trauma for the strands, which is the main difference between the two procedures. Due to this feature, we can safely say that carving is better than chemistry.
• Soft curling can be done using a wide range of curlers. They may differ not only in size but also in shape.
• The procedure lasts from 20 minutes to two hours, no more.
• The difference between curls and growing hair is not particularly noticeable.

Although carving is a sparing procedure, it is characterized not only by positive features. There are also shortcomings, but let's start with the pros:

• gentle effect on hair;
• natural hair;
• giving volume to thin hair and rare strands;
• a wide variety of types of curling;
• the ability to choose the right fit for any hairstyle;
• the facilitated process of styling hair with a curler or curler and long-term preservation of the result;
• the ability to hide the flaws of appearance and highlight its advantages;
• due to the gradual unwinding of curled locks, the difference between them and straight hair is not noticeable;
• accessibility of the procedure, compared with biochemistry;
• the admissibility of frequent correction.

The disadvantages of this procedure include the following points:

• the difficulty of obtaining elastic curls;
• unpleasant smell, which is retained on the hair for some time;
• the negative impact still remains, although it is lower than the classical option of curling;
• saving the result is only possible with proper care and regular installation;
• the presence of restrictions and contraindications to perform the procedure;
• unpredictable result in the case of carving on melirovanny and colored strands, as well as thick hair.

For carving, the same set of necessary elements is used as for any curling:

• hair curlers;
• composition to give hair a swirling shape;
• a latch that will fix the result.

Separately worth staying at curlers for carving. There are several types of them:

• Bobbins are the most common option, they are used to get the smallest curls;
• spirals allow you to get a large number of neat, medium-sized curls;
• large, round curlers are used for basal volume and creating the effect of light waves;
• Boomerangs differ in diameter, which determines the final result, can be used for combined styling, getting soft curls or small curls.

There are several varieties of carving, which differ in the shape and size of curls, their number and the overall effect on the hair. The choice of the type of carving is best left to an experienced specialist. He will choose the future hairstyle under the shape of the face, the length of the hair, their structure and type of appearance. This is another reason to abandon the home procedure and choose a decent beauty salon. The specialist may suggest the following types of carving.

• Traditional or classic version. This type of hair involves winding the entire length using the same curlers, they can be thick or thin, depending on the curls that you want to get. In classic carving, different zoning schemes can be used, different directions and angles can be chosen. This kind of procedure allows you to get a light hairstyle that looks as natural as possible and does not need daily styling.

• Vertical (spiral) chemistry. Here are used special curlers, which have the shape of a spiral. Hair is wound along the entire length, due to which a good volume is obtained. Most successfully, this styling looks on hair of medium length with a stepped haircut. But an even cut with curls brings disharmony into the image. It is also worth noting that the “dandelion effect” is often obtained on short hair.

• Local carving. It is also often called zonal. This technique allows you to create basal volume. In the process of work, the master puts large curlers under the curls, acting not on all the hair, but only on the desired area. One of the options for such styling is perm tips on long hair. In this case, the curlers can be used any.

• Texture carving. It is used to get curly hair. They look so natural that it would be difficult to believe in the presence of a perm. The secret of this technique is to use curlers of various shapes and sizes.

• Large chemistry. Used to produce volumetric curls that are more curvaceous than resilient. Bulk curls are obtained through the use of large curlers.

• Average styling. This type makes hair easy and airy. Hair does not seem fluffy.

• Small carving. It is carried out on small bobbins or spirals, the result is a voluminous, fluffy hairstyle.

Carving on many haircuts looks beautiful, but still it is necessary to take into account the features of appearance and length of hair. The last factor is worth staying in more detail.

• Long hair due to its weight may not give a lasting effect. In this case, it is better to consider the version with classical chemistry or biowave.
• Haircuts on hair middle length are ideal for carving. If the hair ends below shoulder level, you can stop the choice on bobbins. Owners of shoulder-length haircuts should choose curls in the form of body waves or medium-sized curls. Cascade is best for carving.
• Short the hair is light, so they do not weigh down the curl, therefore, the result will be longer. Similar hair is better to wind on large curlers. A good result is obtained when combining elements of different sizes. Owners of a "bean" or an elongated "square" should consider a version with textured carving. It is better not to choose the vertical type of installation, since a large volume in combination with a small length is not the most successful solution.
• Hairstyles With a bang you can curl all hair or leave the front strands in their natural state. In this case, you need to focus on the oval of the face, especially haircuts and hair length.Short bangs are usually left straight. Long, asymmetrical strands curl along with other hair. Discuss this point with your hairdresser.

Hair, as you know, can have a different structure and thickness. These moments must be taken into account when you want to make a carving. We reviewed the main points that will influence the decision.

• Thick hair - This is a luxury that is given to few. They look gorgeous, but they are completely unsuitable for carving, as they are heavy. Under its own weight, the curls will quickly unwind and the effect may fade away after a couple of weeks. In addition, the stiffness of the hair will increase. If you really want to give curly hair to your hair, you will have to choose a classic perm.
• Thin, straight hair rarely can decorate their owner. Such hair constantly needs to be laid in a hairdress. For carving, they are the best option. Hair will be lush and voluminous for a long time.
• Hair that hover by natureIn rare cases, they can boast of a uniform structure and the same curls. With such hair, you also have to suffer so that the hairstyle looks neat. Carving is able to save this situation. An experienced master will be able to make changes to the hairstyle and correct the situation. No one can guess about your tricks, but everyone will note the accuracy and showiness of hair.
• Classical chemistry - this, of course, is convenient, practical and effective, if not for growing direct roots. This situation needs to be corrected, because the hairstyle looks ridiculous, because the difference between curled and straight hair is expressive and clear. Previously, you had to constantly do chemistry or cut off the curled part of the hair. Now you can make a correction due to carving, which will smooth the border and make the transition smooth.

No one will take to give a definite answer to this question. Even the master will not be able to say with certainty how durable the result will be, since it depends on a number of factors:

• hair condition;
• their length and structure;
• the quality of the composition used;
• regular styling and proper care.

Carving at home is a risky undertaking, especially for a person who does not have this experience. Nevertheless, such a wave is often performed at home, and the result is no worse than in a beauty salon. If you decide to take this step, then you must strictly follow the technology of this procedure. First you need to choose the composition and prepare all the necessary tools.

When choosing a composition, you need to pay attention only to products from well-known manufacturers.. Purchase better to make in specialized stores. The composition must contain vitamins and keratin. If it is not possible to purchase a quality substance, then it is better to abandon the procedure altogether and postpone it until better times. The basic composition and fixative should belong to the same series.

Before curling it is necessary to make a haircut. If this is not necessary, then you need to trim the tips. It will be good to apply a nourishing mask on the hair. Curling is done on clean hair. It is more convenient to carry out a carving with an assistant, since it will be difficult to independently wrap each curl on a quality basis, especially in the case of long hair.

Before the procedure, you must conduct an allergic test. A little composition is applied to a small area of ​​skin and left for half an hour. Thus, it is possible to exclude the likelihood of an allergic reaction during the procedure.

For carving, you will need the following tools and materials:

• composition and fixing mixture;
• tanks in which the compositions will be diluted, while it is better to choose glass options;
• a pair of applicators or sponges;
• hair curlers;
• fine comb, which will be convenient to divide the hair into strands;
• fat cream;
• cotton harness;
• disposable plastic cap;
• cape on the shoulders;
• towel;
• gloves.

When everything you need is at hand, you can proceed to the procedure. Step-by-step instructions should be strictly followed, amateur activities here are irrelevant. The procedure is as follows.

1. Clean and lightly dried hair is carefully combed and separated into strands. Pronounced curls will be obtained with thinner strands, so that there will have to try.
2. Each curl is wound on a curler. The skin along the hair growth should be treated with a cream and protect with a cotton cord.
3. A cape is thrown over the shoulders, and gloves are put on the hands.
4. We part composition, rules are specified in the instruction.
5. We moisten a sponge in structure and we put on hair. Every hair should be soaked.
6. We put a hat on our head and wait for the time indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions for the preparation. Increase the duration of the procedure can not be, it hurts the hair.
7. We wash off the drug from the hair, the curlers remain until they are touched.
8. Similarly, a retainer is applied, and then wait again.
9. We unwind the curls, wash off the fixative preparation, dry the hair in a convenient way.

That's the whole technique of performing light chemistry. Before you make a carving in your own home, you need to think carefully about your decision and evaluate the existing risks. There should be no drafts in the working room until the end of the procedure. Of course, I want to get rid of the unpleasant chemical smell as soon as possible, but still it is worth holding out to the end. In the presence of drafts, impregnation of hair with the composition will occur unevenly. As a result, some strands may not wrap and stay straight. It will be annoying to see such a result.

If you want to achieve a long lasting effect from carving and neat hair without correction, you need to properly care for your hair. The rules of care are simple, their observance does not require much time.

• Often you should not wash your hair. This procedure should be performed when the roots become fat and look untidy.
• Shampoo should be intended for curly hair, purchase the product without sulfates in the composition.
• Masks and conditioners are often not worth using. They should be intended for dry hair prone to breakage. These drugs do not need to be applied to the roots, you need to retreat about 4 centimeters, thus, it will be possible to avoid the effect of salinity.
• Hair can be dried naturally, without being wrapped in a towel. You can also use the hair dryer in cold mode with a nozzle diffuser, but infrequently.
• About a dream with a wet head you need to forget. After that, make your hair neat will not work.
• For combing it is necessary to use a rare comb made of plastic or natural material. You need to start with the tips, gradually moving up. Hair should be dry, otherwise the locks will turn out fluffy and over time, split ends will appear.

Curls after carving need styling, which will allow to preserve the effect of the procedure longer. There are several styling options.

• In the hands of pounded a little gel or wax. From the bottom up, gently mone the curls, achieving a magnificent and structural effect. In this way you can easily and quickly style your hair, which will look fresh and well-groomed.
• Brashing allows you to maintain root volume and keep the shape of curls. Also with it you can straighten curls. To do this, the strand is wound and stretched a little, then dried with a hair dryer, starting from the roots.
• With the help of curling, you can quickly help the untwisted curl to regain lost shape.
• The iron is used to align curled curls, and can also be used instead of curling to create curls. By the way, it is with the help of ironing popular beach waves.
• Curlers enhance the effect of carving. When winding curls, you must try to repeat their shape. Hair should be slightly wet. When drying the curls in a natural way, the effect will be longer than in the case of a hairdryer.

On the forums there are ambiguous and radically different opinions about carving. And yet the overwhelming number of reviews is positive. They are also voiced recommendation to choose experienced craftsmen and visit only proven salons that value their reputation.

We analyzed the negative opinions, and came to the following conclusion: they are all based on a non-professional approach to the implementation of the procedure. In one case, a mixture of doubtful quality was used; in the other, the master violated the technology. Also of great importance is the correct selection of future hairstyle to the parameters of appearance.

Hair for a woman is her main decoration, even, one can say, wealth. You can not trust their first counter hairdresser.

What is carving and how it is done, see the video below.