How to Curl Your Hair with a Straightener Without Getting Those ‘Crease Marks’

There is a specific kind of frustration that comes with finishing a beautiful hairstyle, only to catch your reflection and notice a sharp, horizontal ridge sitting right at eye level. It’s the styler stamp—that stubborn dent that screams, “I tried too hard with a flat iron.” It is one of the great ironies of modern styling: we know it’s possible (and often more convenient) to achieve a bouncy curl using a straightener, yet the process frequently comes with those tell-tale crease marks that ruin the fluid aesthetic we’re after.

The truth is, those geometric kinks aren’t a lack of talent on your part; they are usually the result of a split-second hesitation or a tool that wasn’t designed to turn corners. If you’ve struggled learning how to curl your hair with a straightener without leaving a trail of creases behind, the fix is actually found in the physics of the glide. 

It’s All in the Glide

The primary reason creases happen is a combination of excessive pressure and “the pause.” When you clamp your hair and hesitate for even a second before you start your turn, the heat settles into one spot, effectively “setting” a line into the hair shaft.

This is where the design of your tool becomes your greatest ally. At Veaudry, we designed the myStyler with contoured, floating plates. Unlike traditional flat irons with blunt, square edges, these rounded borders allow the hair to transition from the flat surface to the curve of the iron without being pinched. If you want to master how to use a flat iron to curl hair, you need a tool that’s built to move with you, not against you.

Mastering the “Wrist-Roll” Technique

To get that seamless finish, think of your movement as one continuous flow rather than a series of steps. Start by taking a section of hair—about two centimetres wide is the sweet spot for most—and mist it with a light heat protectant.

Position your myStyler near the roots, but here is the trick: keep your grip light. If you squeeze the plates too tightly, the hair can’t glide. Instead, use a relaxed, open-palm feel. As you close the plates, immediately begin a 180-degree “wrist-roll” away from your face for a soft wave, or a full 360-degree rotation if you’re after a more defined spiral. The key to avoiding the dent is to keep the iron moving downward the very moment you close it. If you stop to think about your next move while the plates are clamped, you’ve already created a crease.

As you slide the iron down the hair shaft, maintain a steady, slow pace. The Tourmaline-infused ceramic plates on the myStyler are designed to lock in moisture, helping the hair roll over the edge of the iron rather than dragging against it.

Tailoring the Technique to Your Length

The beauty of the wrist-roll method is that it’s adaptable. If you are learning how to curl mid-length hair with a flat iron, you have the luxury of starting your rotation a bit lower down to create a more relaxed, bohemian vibe. For those with shorter styles, the goal is often volume and texture. Focus on smaller sections and a quicker flick of the wrist to ensure you don’t lose too much length in the bounce.

A Note for Fine Hair

If you find that your curls often fall flat or look crimped instead of curled, you are likely dealing with the unique challenges of curling fine hair with a flat iron. Fine hair is more susceptible to heat damage and indentation. 

Ensure your styler is set to the optimal temperature—Veaudry’s Tourmaline technology ensures you aren’t using scorching heat, which is the main culprit for making fine hair look brittle. Use a slightly firmer tension but a faster downward slide to give the curl shape without over-processing the delicate strands.

The Finishing Touch

Once you’ve finished your entire head, resist the urge to touch! Let the hair cool completely. This helps set the shape and prevents the curls from dropping into a frizzy mess. Once cool, take a wide-tooth comb or just your fingers and gently break up the spirals.

The result? A soft, fluid wave that looks like it was born that way—no creases, no dents, just healthy, high-shine elegance. Mastering how to curl your hair with a flat iron takes a little bit of practice and the right hardware, but once you find that rhythm, you’ll never look back.

Ready to give it a whirl? Grab your myStyler and remember: keep it moving, keep it light, and let the plates do the heavy lifting.