Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it electric?
A: The AuBonacci styler is NOT electric, so there is no heat damage that you might get with curling irons or flat irons. If you use it with a blow dryer or diffuser, follow your usual heat-protection practices. It also has NO metal, which could damage your hair. The AuBonacci Styler works best on damp or wet hair and can be used with a blow dryer or diffuser. It is similar to using a round brush, but with no bristles, so it will not snag your curls.
Q: What kind of hair does the AuBonacci Styler work with?
A: The AuBonacci Styler is specifically designed to style the roots for curly and wavy hair. Any hair that frizzes or loses shape if a brush runs through it can benefit from the AuBonacci Styler. It works exceptionally well at giving flat roots lots of volume. Make sure your hair is damp and use a good high-hold gel, then spot-style starting at the crown and around the face to create lift and volume. This device is easy to use and is faster than clips and air drying.
Q: Does the AuBonacci Styler curl straight hair?
A: No. It’s designed to lift and shape the roots of naturally wavy or curly hair, not to create curls in straight hair. You can use it to spot-style the roots of straight hair, but it won’t change your natural curl pattern.
Q: What is “spot styling?”
A: Spot styling means using the AuBonacci Styler on specific areas at the roots, such as the crown or hairline, where you want more lift and volume. Place the pins at the roots of damp hair, twist the Styler to direct the section, blow-dry, then slide it out and move to the next area. It’s designed for root styling, not for styling the full length of the hair. There are how-to videos on the Curly Life Company YouTube Channel.
Q: Does it work on fine hair that is medium or short length?
A: Yes! It works for fine hair that is wavy or curly and long enough to fit the pins and twist. You will need to have a good styling gel on your hair, but that goes for everyone! If your hair is too short, it may not work for you. It may take a little learning curve to find the sweet spot with gel that doesn’t weigh your curls down but does give you results, and of course we do recommend our AuBonacci Styling Steps 1-4 Products. Using the AuBonacci Styler on fine hair can definitely be beneficial because it doesn't get stuck like clips can or feel too heavy. One customer says, "I have wavy fine hair too. For me, it works fantastic. You use it as a round brush for blow-drying your hair. You put it up to your scalp/ hair and twist whichever way you want the curl or wave to go. Then you blow-dry that section. I’ve had amazing results."
Q: What if it doesn't work for me?
A: Please refer to our return policy for more information.
Q: What are the Pins made of?
A: The Pins are made of a proprietary blend of resins to create the rigidity and tensile strength that is required to style hair, and also the smooth surface to make sure there is no snagging! We tried many different materials before arriving at the perfect solution! The pins are firm and designed to withstand everyday handling, including an accidental drop.
Q: Can you use it with hair gels, sprays, oils?
A: Yes, and we recommend that you use a good, strong-hold styling gel, whatever your favorite is! This will give you the best results in the least amount of time. If the gel leaves a “cast” or is crunchy once it is dry, simply scrunch the area a few times to soften it up. This is called "SOTC" (Scrunching Out The Crunch). We have wonderful results with our AuBonacci Styling Steps 1-4!
Q: How do you clean the AuBonacci styler?
A: The Pins can be cleaned by running under warm/hot water from the faucet or swishing in a soap and water solution. The handle can be cleaned by wiping it with a wet cloth. Leave out to air dry. It should not be submerged or run through a dishwasher.
Q: Is this product made in the USA?
A: Yes! You can feel very good about your purchase because the AuBonacci Styler is designed, manufactured, and packaged in the United States. We stand behind the AuBonacci Styler’s quality along with the job opportunities its manufacturing creates.
Q: Do you use it on refresh days?
A: Yes! It absolutely helps to get lift back after a full day (or 2 or 3) and a couple of nights' sleep. Just spray the flat areas with a water bottle and then use the styler with the diffuser to hit those spots. The water will reactivate any hair product you applied, so you will be in good shape for another day! If you also have some frizz in the top layer of your hair- which can happen on day 2,3,4 etc., simply wet the entire length of that section that is frizzy. Just brush through to create some clumps, then gently squeeze up to encourage your curls. THEN, use the AuBonacci at the root area to get the lift and direction you want.