Things You'll Need:
- Any kind of straightener
- Con air, Chi, etc..
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Step 1
Wash hair throughly, mke sure you get it ALL out. Most people make the mistake of forgetting that last bit of conditioner because they are in a hurry. Make sure it is all out.
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Step 2
I find it easier for myself to towel dry my hair. If you have very long or thick hair you might want to let it dry over night. Using a blow dryer just adds to the frizziness and makes it harder to work with
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Step 3
After you have washed and towel dried your hair. Plug in your straightener. It doesn't have to be an expensive one and you can get a basic 60 second heat one at walmart for under $20! Put your hair in a pony tail and pull out small sections at a time starting with the bottom back. For really coarse hair, it may take several strokes of the straightener to become flat and straight. If this applies to you, try smaller sections at a time.
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Step 4
once you are finally done straightening and it is to your liking - You are ready to go! Be sure you unplug your straightner and allow it to cool off before storing it. If you find that your hair is "big" .. frizzy or static.. You can apply products like "Frizz Ease" wich is under $5 at your local store. Do NOT put water on your hair or it will become curly again. For better results and prevention of split ends, You can add a heat protectant before you straighten to dry with your hair, but in some cases this could cause your scalp to get oily. Also, another prevention is to not wash your hair every single day. If you have naturally curly hair, it is very hard to lock in the moisture it needs. Typical hair washing should be 2-3 days.
Comments
hlthychoclitnut said
on 1/23/2009 WHY O WHY are we never satisfied? I am a Massage therapist and I trade with a hair stylist for perms to GET curly hair.
goodselfme said
on 1/23/2009 A greeat 5* article. I RECOMMENDED you new friend too.