Try shampooing and conditioning the hair a day before doing your hair. Pop a light gel into your hair and work it through the ends and dry as usual. The next day, give your hair a light touch of hair spray. Then taking small sections of hair, start working the curling iron through your hair, letting each curl cool completely. Once your entire hair is done, you can choose to loosen the curls with your fingers for a tousled look or use a brush for a smoother look.Spray again with hair spray.