Babyliss big hair

The_Morrigan · 31-01-2011 10:21am

Minier81 wrote: »

Have any curly haired people been using them? I'm curly and usually get mine relatively straight with blow-drying, any curly experiences with this?

If you read the thread from the start you'll find plenty of experiences :rolleyes:

Minier81 · 31-01-2011 10:34am

The_Morrigan wrote: »

If you read the thread from the start you'll find plenty of experiences :rolleyes:

I have read this thread from the start, and found two comments from curlies.;)

Pandoras Twist · 01-02-2011 1:57am

Has anyone used this with short hair? My hair is just longer than a bob but its ridiculously thick and has a life of its own.

Sorry for the huge pic

xxdilemmaxx · 15-02-2011 1:46pm

Hi, I used this at the weekend, took about half an hour and all I was left with was a bit more body in my hair than usual. Couldn't manage to get it to curl, or even go wavy.

What am I doing wrong??

Pythia · 15-02-2011 8:14pm

xxdilemmaxx wrote: »

Hi, I used this at the weekend, took about half an hour and all I was left with was a bit more body in my hair than usual. Couldn't manage to get it to curl, or even go wavy.

What am I doing wrong??

How wet was your hair when you used it?

xxdilemmaxx · 15-02-2011 9:23pm

It was fairly dry, maybe 90% dry. My hair is quite fine but expected a better result, more like a curly blow dry at the haidressers. Maybe i just haven't got the knack yet? Any suggestions welcome!

cherryred · 16-02-2011 2:19pm

xxdilemmaxx - What's your technique?

If you hold it at the end of the sections and just let you hair wined around the spinning brush for 10 seconds, it should give you a curl at the end.

I got mine at the weekend, love it!

xxdilemmaxx · 16-02-2011 5:14pm

Hi, I was holding it at the ends and spinning, then bringing the brush up and down along my hair, then holding at the root for 10 secs.

While i was holding it at the ends the hair was almost falling out of the brush as its quite fine (if you know what I mean).

The end result was nice and volumised but alas no curls

trishasaffron · 16-02-2011 7:26pm

just got this yesterday and it seems to answer some of my prayers!

I've medium length wavy hair that has a tendancy to go completely frizzy at the hint of dampness (not a problem here then:rolleyes:)
I tried it on my dry hair and it completely calmed down the frizz without going dead straight. I think I'll dry my hair either completely or almost fully and then just finish off with this.

detoxkid · 16-02-2011 8:43pm

I gave into the hype and also bought one of these and I have to admit it is totally FAB. I am on day three of my hair and it is still presentable. Won't be bothering with the straighteners any more now I have this which has to be a good thing for hair. Hair doesn't feel as nice or soft as if you got it blow dried in a hairdressers but in these recessionary times they are small things to be considering:D

sassychick · 16-02-2011 9:48pm

I got mine from littlewoods about two weeks ago and i have to say i love.it....its the best ever...i cannot blow dry to save my life but with this i get loadsa volume and ppl asking me did i get my hair done:D cant reccomend it enough

Posy · 17-02-2011 1:53am

Can you blowdry your hair straight with this, yes?
I'm trying to find an alternative to using my GHD every day (RUINING my hair) so is this kinder for your hair than using a straightener? Do people use balms/serums with it?
My hair is waist length so I'm not sure if this would really work for me or not but I may try it as it seems pretty popular with you boardsies!

Tayla · 17-02-2011 10:24am

Posy wrote: »

Can you blowdry your hair straight with this, yes?
I'm trying to find an alternative to using my GHD every day (RUINING my hair) so is this kinder for your hair than using a straightener? Do people use balms/serums with it?
My hair is waist length so I'm not sure if this would really work for me or not but I may try it as it seems pretty popular with you boardsies!

You wouldn't be able to get straightener straight hair iykwim, It's more like a smooth/sleek voluminous blow dry kind of look, I've got long hair too and I LOVE it, I use moroccan oil with it and I find it really good but I suppose I really should pick up a heat protector although I don't use it at the hottest setting.

Posy · 18-02-2011 1:58am

May I ask where you can get this moroccon oil and about how much is it? Do you just use it as a hot-oil treatment?

snooleen · 18-02-2011 3:12pm

There seems to be a lot of reviews from people with thick or curly and frizzy hair, but what about people with fine hair? I'd be really interested in this as I blowdry my hair with a round brush and still have to straighten it afterwards which is awful as I'm trying to grow it and the ends are all dry and fine! What's the verdict with the style lasting, does it last the full day? I think the resulting style is just what I'm looking for-sleek and smooth but voluminous, I just want reviews from people with finer, more fragile hair! Is it drying, does it snap the hair? Do people use product with it? I often use a volumising blowdry lotion while blowdrying and would like to continue using it.

18-02-2011 3:16pm

Posy wrote: »

May I ask where you can get this moroccon oil and about how much is it? Do you just use it as a hot-oil treatment?

It's not hot oil, you just pump it from the bottle.
It's 40 euro and I got mine in my hairdressers. The girls in the place all swear by it, so I think that's a good recommendation.
You literally use a pea-size amount, rub your hands a bit then run them through your hair while it's still damp.
You can use a tiny bit once it's dry as well to suppress frizzing - you have to make sure to really rub the pea-size amount into your hands first though.
Hair does not look oily at ALL and smells yum!
because it's very thick and you only use a tiny bit, it'll last a long time so it's expensive but lasts ages

Ginny · 18-02-2011 7:53pm

I picked up one of the Babyliss big hair in Asda today, £22.50, just in case anyone is looking for them up north, in fairness there was only one on the shelf, but maybe you would ring around??
Just finished trying this out, my hair was already straightened, but its had been rained on and caught up, so was in a state, was surprised at the finish I got from the BBH, even the other half said it looked more "done" and volumised then jut the usual GHD straightening.

random10 · 20-02-2011 9:53pm

I had been debating whether or not to buy this. got it today and just used it. i can see it would be amazing for a fringe and defining layers but what i bought it for is volume at the roots i've long hair and sometimes can be limp. can anyone give me tips on how to get the volume? my hair has a lovely shine after using it so i will perservere with it i know it won't be perfect on 1st go!!

whydoibother? · 20-02-2011 9:59pm

Babyliss have made this tutorial. You may have seen it. Starting at the end, you kind of wind it up towards the root and let the thing sit for a few seconds.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p307qweGOi8&feature=related

Bought one online. It's in the post. Can't wait to try.
Heard it's good for straightening and I've got curly hair.:)

whydoibother? · 20-02-2011 10:05pm

Sorry, the quality of that video isn't very good at all, but youtube babyliss big hair and you'll find more options.

Tayla · 21-02-2011 12:24am

bluewolf wrote: »

It's not hot oil, you just pump it from the bottle.
It's 40 euro and I got mine in my hairdressers. The girls in the place all swear by it, so I think that's a good recommendation.
You literally use a pea-size amount, rub your hands a bit then run them through your hair while it's still damp.
You can use a tiny bit once it's dry as well to suppress frizzing - you have to make sure to really rub the pea-size amount into your hands first though.
Hair does not look oily at ALL and smells yum!
because it's very thick and you only use a tiny bit, it'll last a long time so it's expensive but lasts ages

Sorry Posy, I missed when you asked the question, bluewolf explained it all really there! It smells beautiful and it will last you for a long long time. I love it, haven't used it on dry hair although I got the moroccan oil glimmer shine spray for dry hair and I wasn't a fan of it at all, it made my hair feel very greasy but I don't think you can really go wrong with the normal oil.

Cordelia2010 · 12-05-2011 11:23am

I have this and i love it but am having a serious problem trying to clean it! the hair has wrapped around the end and I think is slowing it down!!
I cant find the instruction booklet on how to clean it!!
Has anyone any ideas???

NewFrockTuesday · 12-05-2011 2:05pm

I love it! I use it every morning and my hair stays big and bouncy all day long. When Im on long calls in the office, I tend to mess with my hair but it always bounces back into shape.

It took me a while to get it down pat - alot of hair pulled out through rolling too much on to it, but a few painful tugs in order to FINALLY have some sort of look that I actually bother with my hair is worth it.

PlayGirl · 12-05-2011 3:08pm

Cordelia2010 wrote: »

I have this and i love it but am having a serious problem trying to clean it! the hair has wrapped around the end and I think is slowing it down!!
I cant find the instruction booklet on how to clean it!!
Has anyone any ideas???

Try getting a small-ish scissors and cutting the hair along one side, from top to bottom, then pulling it out as normal

whydoibother? · 12-05-2011 4:48pm

I have the instruction booklet at home. I will post what it says when I get home later.

whydoibother? · 12-05-2011 9:20pm

From the booklet

"CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
- Unplug the appliance and let cool completely before cleaning it.
- Use a damp cloth with a little soft detergent then dry carefully. Make sure the appliance is completely dry before using again.
- The rear filter should be cleaned, using a soft brush, on a regular basis to help prevent the ingress of hair and other debris into the internal components and to prevent overheating in use.
IMPORTANT! Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid."

tan11ie · 12-05-2011 10:08pm

After reading this thread i really want one!!!!

verywell · 12-05-2011 11:00pm

After reading this whole thread tonight, have just ordered one from amazon and i had a gift card to use up

Here's to fab hair!

Shatzie · 13-05-2011 9:16am

This thread is making me want one too. I'm useless at doing my hair.

Faith · 13-05-2011 9:43am

God, I REALLY want one now! Damn it guys!

whydoibother? · 13-05-2011 9:55am

For the people who want it, have a look on ebay. There are some good prices there. I'd recommend it actually - anything that can tame my crazy curls is worth having.

Cordelia2010 · 13-05-2011 10:02am

whydoibother? wrote: »

From the booklet

"CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
- Unplug the appliance and let cool completely before cleaning it.
- Use a damp cloth with a little soft detergent then dry carefully. Make sure the appliance is completely dry before using again.
- The rear filter should be cleaned, using a soft brush, on a regular basis to help prevent the ingress of hair and other debris into the internal components and to prevent overheating in use.
IMPORTANT! Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid."

Thank you very much for doing that!!
I was "this close" to actually going to a shop and ripping a new bx to find out!
I really should be a little clearer though... is there any way of taking the bristle head off to clear the hair that has wrapped around the base?
Im new to boards... sorry!!
Ive just tried to upload a photoshopped picture of where it is im talking abouut!!
Might not be visible!!
Thank you very much for your help!

Cordelia2010 · 13-05-2011 10:04am

Cordelia2010 wrote: »

Thank you very much for doing that!!
I was "this close" to actually going to a shop and ripping a new bx to find out!
I really should be a little clearer though... is there any way of taking the bristle head off to clear the hair that has wrapped around the base?
Im new to boards... sorry!!
Ive just tried to upload a photoshopped picture of where it is im talking abouut!!
Might not be visible!!
Thank you very much for your help!

ARGH!! think it might be visible now!!

whydoibother? · 13-05-2011 10:14am

I know what you mean. The instructions for cleaning were very limited. What I posted was literally the whole cleaning instructions. A diagram would have been helpful. I had a similar thought - that it might detatch where your arrow is, but no luck yet and I don't want to force it. I'm just doing a bit of googling in the hope of finding the answer.:)

Cordelia2010 · 13-05-2011 12:31pm

whydoibother? wrote: »

I know what you mean. The instructions for cleaning were very limited. What I posted was literally the whole cleaning instructions. A diagram would have been helpful. I had a similar thought - that it might detatch where your arrow is, but no luck yet and I don't want to force it. I'm just doing a bit of googling in the hope of finding the answer.:)

OMG yeah!! dont want to break it!!
I googled but could not find anything!! Argh!

jockeyboard · 27-10-2011 9:48pm

Hey, sorry for dragging up this thread, would like to know is this available cheaper anywhere in Dublin??
Have seen it for 60 yo yo in argos. Dont want to buy off ebay as there are fakes there believe it or not!!

Cordelia2010 · 27-10-2011 10:00pm

jockeyboard wrote: »

Hey, sorry for dragging up this thread, would like to know is this available cheaper anywhere in Dublin??
Have seen it for 60 yo yo in argos. Dont want to buy off ebay as there are fakes there believe it or not!!

they all come in and around this price I believe. A friend of mine went looking for one on Ebay and they came in around the same price after P&P!!

Jwacqui · 27-10-2011 10:13pm

Oh god Ive been wanting this for months and got a €50 One4All voucher and have been debating all week to spend it on this or go into Mac.....

I think its fate this thread popped up today!

Eviledna · 28-10-2011 1:04am

Anyone in Galway can get them for €49 in conboy electrical opposite mcswiggans pub

Twee. · 28-10-2011 11:41am

Oh I would really like one of these! Maybe Santa will be good to me!

jockeyboard · 28-10-2011 2:22pm

Agh! Was debating if i should get one but just back from hair dresser where i got all my hair chopped off instead!!

Pythia · 28-10-2011 6:14pm

I got mine on Littlewoods' website. There's normally a 10% discount code floating about so you get it for about 54 instead of 60.

_Whimsical_ · 30-10-2011 4:30pm

Around 46 euro including delivery from amazon. I want one too now!

beauty007 · 21-11-2011 4:41pm

Is it still 49.95 in power city? I so wanna have it

Speedsie · 21-11-2011 6:00pm

Yes, it's still €49.95 in Power City.
If you can bear to look at the horror that is their website - here's the link!

I got one last March, have to say it is FANTASTIC!!!!

Speeds

beauty007 · 21-11-2011 6:43pm

Speedsie wrote: »

Yes, it's still €49.95 in Power City.
If you can bear to look at the horror that is their website - here's the link!

I got one last March, have to say it is FANTASTIC!!!!

Speeds

Thanks Speedsie, will have a look this week. Hope to have it soon

Good to know yours in fine condition

have fun with the styling

Pandoras Twist · 21-11-2011 7:29pm

Does it make much of a difference on thick hair with a few kinks in it that never ever ever goes straight!!! Looking into getting one at christmas.

Closest pic I can find is this. But my hair is a hell of a lot thicker than hers

Rainbow_brite · 21-11-2011 9:00pm

Got this last week as an early Xmas present to myself. Have to say I like the results but it does take a while to get used to, I didn't look at any tutorials before using it and it did basically eat up my hair after the first go. I found this tutorial very good...http://youtu.be/dilkavI5_Xo

I played it on my phone while trying to replicate what she was doing. I have similar hair to the girl in the video, but my layers on the crown of my head are a lot shorter so it will probably take a bit of practice to get the right effect. Great for my fringe though which always is a nightmare for me to style! My hair was also gone very limp from the GHD and this gives it more life!

beauty007 · 08-12-2011 7:43pm

beauty007 wrote: »

Thanks Speedsie, will have a look this week. Hope to have it soon Good to know yours in fine condition have fun with the styling

I got it yesterday. Since I had seen a lot of videos before hand, it was much easier to implement. I must say my hair felt so lively. It is a bit tricky but sure I was able to get right results in my first use. I am so much in love with it

I definitely did a right decision. And there is an offer going in argos for 50 bucks

_Whimsical_ · 08-07-2012 10:20pm

I recently got my hair cut shorter into a slightly below shoulder length style.The Big Hair has really come into it's own since, I'm amazed I can get my hair to curl and flick after literally years of trying to achieve this with round brushes etc. It's fantastic!

I have one concern. I love Moroccon Oil and always used to use it before I blow dried my hair when it was longer. Is it safe to add this oil to your hair before using the Big Hair or will the direct contact with heat just fry your hair?
Any experience of advice will be gratefully received.

Babyliss big hair

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