Carving: what is, types and technique

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

The term “carving” is found in many sectors of human activity. 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, some kind of this procedure. It used to be called long-term styling, now it means a lightweight version. Hairstyle after such a procedure looks wavy, voluminous and well-groomed for a long time.

Carving is performed as follows:

1. the master examines the hair to determine their type, structure and condition;
2. the head is thoroughly washed and dried;
3. locks are wound on curlers or whooping cough, depending on the type of carving and the effect that should result from the procedure;
4. a special composition is applied to the curled hair, which is evenly distributed over the head;
5. a cellophane hat and a terry towel are put on the head, in this state the hair is left for a while;
6. hair wound on curlers is washed with water without shampoo, then a fixative is applied, which also needs to be kept for some time;
7. the fixer is washed off, and only then the strands are unwound.

This procedure is very similar to the one that is done with perm. The difference lies only in the use of curlers and the formulations used. Further 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: to whom carving is suitable 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 is sorely lacking in 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 devote time to daily styling.

Nevertheless, light waving can be carried out not always. In some situations, this procedure is contraindicated. It is necessary to refuse carving if:

• you are pregnant or breastfeeding;
• menstruation;
• daily, chronic stress;
• there has recently been a staining procedure, including highlighting;
• severe damage to the hair;
• you are inherently allergic to certain components of the composition;
• you are taking medications that are incompatible with the components of the composition.

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

• The composition with which the hair is processed during carving affects only the outer part of the hair. This guarantees a reduced level of trauma for the strands, which is the main difference between the two procedures. Thanks to this feature, it can be safely stated that carving is better than chemistry.
• A soft curl form can be carried out using a wide range of curlers. They can 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 regrowing hair is not particularly noticeable.

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

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

The disadvantages of this procedure include the following points:

• the difficulty of obtaining elastic curls;
• unpleasant odor that lasts on the hair for a while;
• the negative effect still remains, although it is lower compared to the classic version of the curl;
• saving the result is possible only with proper care and regular installation;
• the presence of restrictions and contraindications for the procedure;
• unpredictable result in the case of carving on highlighted and dyed strands, as well as thick hair.

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

• hair curlers;
• composition for giving the hair a twisted shape;
• a latch that will fix the result.

Separately, it is worth stopping for carving curlers. There are several varieties:

• whooping cough are the most common option, they are used to obtain 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 create the effect of light waves;
• boomerangs differ in diameter, which determines the final result, can be used for combined styling, obtaining soft curls or small curls.

There are several varieties of carving, which differ in the shape and size of curls, their number and overall effect on the hair. The choice of carving variety is best left to an experienced specialist. He will choose the future hairstyle for 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 can offer the following varieties of carving.

• Traditional or classic. This variety involves winding the hair along 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, and different directions and angles can be selected. 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. It uses special curlers, which are in the form of spirals. The hair is wound along the entire length, due to which a good volume is obtained. This styling looks most successful on medium-length hair with a stepped haircut. But an even cut with curls introduces disharmony into the image. It is also worth noting that on short hair often produces a "dandelion effect."

• Local carving. It is also often called zonal. A similar technique allows you to create a basal volume. In the process, the master puts large curlers under the curls, affecting not all hair, but only on the desired area. One of the options for this styling is the curling of the ends on long hair. In this case, any curlers can be used.

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

• Large chemistry. Used to obtain voluminous curls that are more curvaceous than elastic.Volumetric curls are obtained through the use of large curlers.

• Average laying. This type makes the hairstyle light and airy. Hair does not seem fluffy.

• Shallow carving. Performed on small bobbins or spirals, the result is a voluminous, fluffy hairstyle.

Carving on many haircuts looks beautiful, but still it is worth considering the features of appearance and hair length. The last factor is worth dwelling in more detail.

• Long hair due to its weight may not give a lasting effect. In this case, it is better to consider the option with classical chemistry or biowaving.
• Haircuts middle length are ideal for carving. If the hair ends below shoulder level, you can opt for bobbins. Owners of a haircut to the shoulders should choose curls in the form of body waves or medium-sized curls. The cascade is best suited for carving.
• Short the hair is light, so do not make the curl more difficult, therefore, the result will be longer. Such hair is better to wind on large curlers. A good result will be obtained with a combination of elements of different sizes. Owners of a “bean” or elongated “square” should consider the option with textured carving. It is better not to choose the vertical type of laying, since a large volume in combination with a short length is not the best solution.
• Hairstyles With a bang You can curl all hair or leave the front strands in a natural state. In this case, you need to focus on the oval of the face, especially the haircuts and the length of the hair. Short bangs are usually kept straight. Long, asymmetric locks curl along with other hair. Discuss this point with your hairdresser.

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

• Thick hair - This is a luxury that is given to few. They look gorgeous, but completely unsuitable for carving, because they are heavy. Under its own weight, the curls will quickly unwind and the effect may disappear in a couple of weeks. In addition, hair stiffness will increase. If you really want to give curly hair, you have to choose a classic perm.
• Thin, straight hair rarely can they decorate their owner. Such hair must always be styled in a hairstyle. For carving, they are the most successful option. The hairstyle will become lush and voluminous for a long time.
• Hair that curl from nature, in rare cases, 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 spectacular hairstyle.
• Classical chemistry - This, of course, is convenient, practical and effective, if it were not for the growing straight 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 carry out the correction due to carving, which will smooth the border and make the transition smooth.

No one will undertake to give a definite answer to this question. Even a master cannot 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 such experience. Nevertheless, often such a perm is performed at home, and the result is no worse than in a beauty salon. If you decide on such a step, then it is necessary to strictly observe the technology for performing 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. It is better to make a purchase 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 main composition and retainer 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 to the hair. Perm is done on clean hair. It is more convenient to carry out carving with an assistant, since it will be difficult to roll each curl on a high quality independently, especially in the case of long hair.

An allergy test is required before the procedure. A little composition is applied to a small area of ​​the 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;
• containers in which the compositions will be diluted, while it is better to choose glass options;
• a pair of applicators or sponges;
• curler set;
• thin comb, which will be convenient to divide the hair into strands;
• fat cream;
• wadding of cotton;
• disposable plastic hat;
• Cape on the shoulders;
• towel;
• gloves.

When everything you need is at hand, you can begin the procedure. Step-by-step instructions must be strictly observed, initiative here is inappropriate. The procedure is performed as follows.

1. Clean and slightly dried hair is thoroughly combed and divided into strands. Expressed curls will be obtained with thinner strands, so here you have to try.
2. Each curl is wound on curlers. The skin along the hair growth must be treated with cream and protected with a cotton tow.
3. A cloak is thrown over his shoulders, gloves are put on his hands.
4. We breed the composition, the rules are indicated in the instructions.
5. Wet the sponge in the composition and apply to the hair. Each hair should be saturated.
6. We put a hat on our heads and wait for the time indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions for the drug. It is impossible to increase the duration of the procedure, this will harm the hair.
7. We wash off the drug from the hair, the curlers remain until they need to be touched.
8. The fixator is applied in a similar way, after which we again wait.
9. We unwind the curls, rinse off the fixing drug, dry the hair in a convenient way.

That's the whole technique of performing light chemistry. Before carving in the conditions of your own home, you need to think carefully about your decision and assess 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 worthwhile to hold out until the end. In the presence of drafts, the composition will be impregnated with hair unevenly. As a result, some strands may not wind up and remain straight.It will be annoying to see such a result.

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

• Often you should not wash your hair. This procedure should be performed when the roots become greasy and take on an unkempt appearance.
• Shampoo should be intended for curly hair, purchase a product without sulfates in the composition.
• Masks and conditioners are often not worth using. They should be used for dry, brittle hair. These preparations do not need to be applied to the roots, it is necessary to retreat about 4 centimeters, thus, the effect of salinity can be avoided.
• Hair drying can be done naturally without wrapping in a towel. You can also use a hairdryer in cold mode with a nozzle diffuser, but infrequently.
• Wet sleep needs to be forgotten. After that, you won’t be able to do a neat hairstyle.
• For combing, you need to use a rare comb made of plastic or natural material. You need to start from the tips, gradually moving up. Hair should be dry, otherwise the curls will turn out fluffy and split ends will appear over time.

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

• A little gel or wax is rubbed in the hands. From bottom to top, gently wrinkle ringlets, achieving a magnificent and structural effect. In this way, you can easily and quickly style your hair, which will look fresh and well-groomed.
• Brushing allows you to maintain basal volume and maintain the shape of curls. Also, with its help, you can straighten curls. To do this, the strand is wound and stretched a little, after which it is dried with a hairdryer, starting from the roots.
• With the help of a curling iron, you can quickly help the untwisted curl restore the lost shape.
• The iron is used to align curled curls, and can also be used instead of curling iron to create curls. By the way, it is with the help of ironing that popular beach waves are created.
• Curlers enhance the effect of carving. When winding curls, you must try to repeat their shape. Hair should be slightly damp. When the curls dry out in a natural way, the effect will be longer than in the case of a hairdryer.

The forums have mixed and radically different opinions about carving. Nevertheless, the overwhelming number of reviews is positive. They also voiced a recommendation to choose experienced craftsmen and visit exclusively proven salons that value their reputation.

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

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

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