To straighten your hair, you'll generally use a flat iron (hair straightener) on small sections of hair after prepping with heat protectant.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
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Start with Clean, Dry Hair: Shampoo and condition your hair as usual. Ensure it's completely dry before straightening, as using a straightener on wet or damp hair can cause significant damage.
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Apply Heat Protectant: This is crucial! Heat protectant sprays or serums create a barrier between your hair and the hot plates of the straightener, minimizing damage and frizz. Distribute evenly throughout your hair.
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Section Your Hair: Divide your hair into manageable sections. The smaller the sections, the more effectively you can straighten each strand. Clip up the sections you're not currently working on.
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Adjust Your Straightener's Heat Setting: Choose a heat setting appropriate for your hair type. Fine or damaged hair requires lower heat, while thicker or coarser hair can tolerate higher temperatures. Start with a lower heat setting and gradually increase if needed.
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Straighten Each Section: Take one section of hair and clamp the straightener near the roots. Gently glide the straightener down the length of the hair, keeping it moving to avoid overheating any one spot.
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Repeat as Needed: Depending on your hair's texture and the desired straightness, you may need to pass the straightener over each section multiple times.
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Finish with Shine Serum (Optional): After straightening all sections, you can apply a small amount of shine serum or hair oil to add smoothness and gloss.
Key takeaways from the reference video:
- Small Sections are Key: The smaller the section of hair you straighten at a time, the easier it will be to achieve a sleek, straight result.
- Easy Process: Straightening your hair is a straightforward process with the right tools and techniques.
