Sponge Foam Rollers

1. Prep wet hair with a styling mousse or setting lotion.

2. Use a tail comb to section wet hair into rectangles slightly larger than the roller.

3. From the ends, roll each section up to the root and secure with the integrated clip.

4. Dry under a hood dryer or leave to air-dry overnight.

5. Once completely dry and cooled, unroll and brush out to your desired curl.

Pro tip: set on slightly damp (not soaking) hair and finish with cool air to lock in the shape.

Soft sponge foam — flexible enough to sleep in, with no heat and no scalp pinching.
Integrated clip — holds each roller in place.
12 per pack in four sizes — Mini to Large, for tight ringlets through to loose waves.

What size foam roller should I choose?
Mini and Small create tight, bouncy ringlets, ideal for vintage and rockabilly looks. Medium gives soft pinup waves. Large delivers loose, glamorous waves. If you're new to rollers, Medium is the most versatile starting point.

Do foam rollers work on short hair or bobs?
Yes. For bobs and lobs, use Mini or Small rollers and section into smaller pieces. Foam rollers are popular for creating 1940s pinup styles on short hair because the soft sponge holds the curl shape close to the head.

Do foam rollers work on long hair?
Yes, on any length from chin-length bobs to mid-back. Use more rollers and slightly larger sections for long hair, or smaller sections for tighter curls.

Can I sleep with foam rollers in?
Yes, the soft sponge is comfortable enough to wear overnight. Many vintage hair fans sleep in them for set-and-forget overnight curls.

How long do foam rollers take to set hair?
For wet sets, allow 6 to 8 hours of air-drying time, or 30 to 45 minutes under a hood dryer. Sleeping in them overnight is the most reliable way to get a long-lasting set. Hair must be fully dry and cooled before unrolling.

Do foam rollers damage hair?
No, in fact they're one of the kindest curling methods because they use no heat. The flexible sponge avoids breakage that can happen with hot rollers or curling irons.

How is this different from heatless curl bands?
Foam rollers create more defined, structured curls with a vintage shape. Heatless curl bands tend to give softer, looser waves. Use foam rollers for pinup, rockabilly or 1940s-style sets.

Foam rollers vs hot rollers, which is better?
Hot rollers are faster (15 to 20 minutes) but use heat, which over time can dry out hair. Foam rollers take longer but cause zero heat damage and give a more vintage-shaped curl. For special occasions where you want a structured pinup or rockabilly look, foam rollers win. For daily use, hot rollers are quicker.

What styling product works best with foam rollers?
A volumising mousse or setting lotion gives the longest hold. We recommend the Davines This Volume Boosting Mousse (https://sable.co.nz/products/this-volume-boosting-mousse-more-inside-davines) for fine to medium hair, or a setting lotion for thick or resistant hair.

How long do the rollers last?
With gentle care (hand wash and air dry occasionally), a pack of 12 will last years. Replace any that go flat or lose their grip.

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