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Step 1
Start with a good hairbrush. These are very specific to hair types, so know what your hair type is and find a brush that works with it, not against it. Some will smooth hair and others reduce frizz or static while some add volume to fine or limp hair.
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Step 2
Choose a variety of combs to keep on hand. Picks or wide tooth combs are useful on wet hair and work great in the shower to distribute conditioner evenly. Use fine tooth combs for backcombing or teasing, which adds volume and fullness at the root. Rat-tail combs help to section all hair types easily.
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Step 3
Look for a hairdryer that fits your lifestyle more than your hairstyle. Travelers may like folding dryers while some prefer more power. The best choice is one that has numerous heat settings, comes with attachments (like diffusers) and produces ions, which help to smooth out the hair cuticle.
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Step 4
Add some curling options to the beauty box with irons, hot rollers or crimpers. Hot rollers heat the hair gently and a curl will last much longer than one set with an iron. Small curls can be fun to add to an up-do while larger curling irons add wave and softness. Crimpers add the whimsical waves to hair and give a trendy look.
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Step 5
Keep a ceramic straightener on hand, regardless of your hair type. Sleek styles are always in fashion, and a straightener smooths out the hair, making it appear shiny and healthy. Choose one with a temperature control and choose a low setting for those days when you need just a little smoothing. High humidity days or coarse hair makes use of the higher settings.
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Step 6
Protect the hair before using any tool on it by adding product. Wet hair is fragile and styling can damage hair, so apply the right product for your hair to keep it healthy and beautiful.
