Straightening your hair can give it a sleek look.If you don't take proper care of your hair, you'll end up with dry, heat damaged hair that's the exact opposite of what you were going for.It is possible to keep your mane from turning into a mess.The flat iron hitting your hair is one of the most important steps.
Step 1: A quality flat iron can be found.
A flat iron is made from ceramic, tourmaline, or titanium.It should have multiple temperature settings so that you can choose what is right for your hair.Most inexpensive flat irons only offer a single setting which is too high and will damage your hair with time.Ideally, you want to use a flat iron that has a temperature gauge with numbers rather than simple On, Off, Low, and High settings.It is possible to gauge how much heat your hair is getting.A small iron is an inch and a half wide.Irons larger than that will not be able to get close to your head.Ceramic plates ensure that the heat is evenly distributed across your hair, and it's good for most hair types.Don't use ceramic coated flat irons, they can dry out your hair.You may need gold or titanium plates if your hair is curly.
Step 2: Purchase a heat guard.
There are many heat protection sprays on the market that are specifically made for use with flat irons.Living Proof's Straight Spray, Moroccan Oil, and products made with silicone were some of the frequently recommended choices.
Step 3: Buy a smooth hair care product.
These will not make your hair straight, but they can help you prepare it for the process of getting it straight.If you find that frequent hair styling makes your hair weak, you may want to try a stronger cleanser.
Step 4: Get a new brush.
The nylon and plastic hairbrushes cause static.A brush made of nylon and boar bristles will give your hair shape and polish.
Step 5: Consider using a hair product.
You can keep your hair healthy by using these products.Try to only use them once a week since they can make your hair heavier.Luster's Pink Original Oil Moisturizer is one of the options.
Step 6: Keep hair trimmed.
You won't be able to get the sleek look you're after if you put your damaged hair through the daily straightening process.Start fresh by getting your hair cut.If you don't want to cut your hair, you may be able to repair some damage with products containing oils and moisturizers.It could take two to three months to see improvements.
Step 7: You need to wash your hair.
If you want to wash your hair, rinse them well.
Step 8: Put your heat protector on.
You may need to apply it while your hair is wet.If you want to use them on damp hair, you need to apply them immediately before using the flat iron.Follow the directions on the packaging for the best results.For your hair type and length, use as little product as you need.Hair that is weighed down and looks greasy is a result of using too much product.
Step 9: The towel is partially air/towel dry.
Allowing your hair to air/towel dry for at least part of the time will reduce the amount of heat that ends up drying it.This is a great option for reducing damage if you are able to style your hair after allowing it to air dry.
Step 10: You should blow-dry your hair.
Blow-drying your hair adds more heat, which can cause additional damage, but many people who have their hair straightened need to blow it dry to get the look they want.Blow-dry by lifting at the roots.If you have thick hair, applying tension with a brush as you dry will help to get the hair as smooth as possible.Don't try to change your hair until it is completely dry.Stop if you hear a sizzle.
Step 11: The temperature should be set right.
If you want to avoid damaging your hair, set the flat iron to the lowest temperature.The temperature will be determined by the specific qualities of your hair.The lower the setting, the better your hair is.The lowest setting is 250–300 degrees for damaged hair.Medium hair can be set at 300–350 degrees.If you have thick or coarse hair, you should be able to use a setting below the highest one.If your flat iron has a temperature gauge, try 350– 400 degrees.If you want to avoid damaging your tresses, experiment with settings in the middle and high range.Your heat tolerance will be reduced if you have hair that has been processed.It's the same for damaged hair.
Step 12: Section your hair.
Divide your hair into small sections.Pull the top part of your hair out of the way so that you can begin with the pieces underneath.You will need more sections if you have more hair.If you try to straighten your hair by grabbing pieces from all over your head, you will end up with an odd looking result.
Step 13: Begin to bend.
The flat iron can be used to smooth hair from top to bottom.To maintain some volume, you should start from the top of your head.To get the desired straightness, apply some tension as you go from top to bottom.
Step 14: Work quickly.
Don't let the straightener linger on any one section of hair for more than 3 or 4 seconds, as doing so will damage and possibly singe the hair.
Step 15: For other sections, repeat.
Straighten your hair by moving the sections underneath to the middle.Try not to go over the same section of hair multiple times, as this increases the likelihood of damage to those particular strands.If you have curly hair, you will have to go over it many times to get it straight.
Step 16: Straighten the crown
To smooth your hair after you get to the top section of your head, place the flat iron as close to your scalp as possible.This will make it easier to achieve a sleek finish.