We have been asked many times recently how to make hair super straight whilst maintaining healthy hair.
Stacey and Sam have come up with the best solution:-
To prevent your hair from losing moisture when applying heat we recommend you use a nourishing shampoo and conditioner. Do not over wash your hair as this will strip hair fibres of natural oils which defend your hair as they act as a thermal barrier.
When you have washed your hair apply a protecting heat product prior to blow drying.
Once your hair is thoroughly dry, starting at the nape, clip up your hair with a suitable styling clip. Begin straightening from root to tip and only applying the heat once. To prevent damage, do not reapply the straightener to the same section immediately afterwards.
The secret is to move your ceramic iron slowly down the shaft in one continual movement. This is much more effective than to continually reapply to the same section quickly and will also assist in maintaining a healthy sleek finish.
Once you have moved up the head and finished with straightening add a serum to seal in the style you have just created.
WARNING
Don't use a straightener more than two or four times a week. Constant straightening will lead to damaged hair, no matter how many sprays you use. Consider wearing your hair naturally or putting it up as alternate hair styles.
Don't brush your hair when it's wet, because it stretches and breaks the hair. Always use a wide-toothed comb.
If you're in a rush and need to dry your hair, don't take the easy way out and straighten your hair when it's wet. You are boiling your hair! Major damage. Always dry hair completely prior to straightening. To limit damage to your hair you can wash and let dry naturally before flat ironing. Still use the leave-in conditioner before flat ironing to help manage the hair and tangles.
Don't use too much hair serum or hair products, because you don't want your hair to look lank and greasy.
If you want your hair to be extra soft and shiny, section your hair when blow drying.
Don't leave the straightener on a specific piece of your hair for too long. If the straightener is very hot, you may end up frying your hair off, and it will take a long time to grow back.
