How to Use a Chi Straightener

In order to achieve a sleek, smooth, straight hairstyle, choosing the right straightening iron makes a world of difference. Chi straighteners come in a variety of styles and performance levels, each offering a high quality, professional result that is easy to use from the convenience of your own home.

Things You'll Need

• Brush or comb 3 or 4 hair clips Heat-protectant, pre-straightening styling product Smoothing cream

Instructions

Preparation

1. Find a clean counter space or open area in which to work. Place all your styling tools and products within arms reach.

2. Spray your hair with a heat-protectant spray, then comb or brush to remove any tangles.

3. Part your hair into three or four sections, leaving a section of hair loose at the bottom end near your neck.

4. Comb the loose hair again to remove any tangles.

5. Plug in and turn on your straightener. Let it heat up to the temperature of your preference.

The Straightening Process

1. Take a small handful of the loose hair into your hand. With your other hand, clamp down the straightener at the top, root section of your hair. Run the iron down to the ends.

2. Analyze the result. If the strand of hair is not straight enough to your preference, gently repeat step 1.

3. Move on to the next section of hair, repeating steps 1 and 2 until your hair is completely straightened to your liking.

4. Place a small amount (depending on the thickness and length of your hair) of smoothing, flyaway styling product into your palms and apply it to your hair.

5. Comb or brush your hair to achieve the final result.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are looking to create a straight hair style that has a lot of body, wash or wert your hair, spritz it with a little leave-in conditioner and apply a little volumizing foam. Then, blow dry your hair in sections (similar to the instructions in the straightening process). This will give you a fuller, straightened look that has a little bounce and body.

• Always spritz your hair with a heat protectant prior to applying any heat to your hair to prevent damage and singeing. Make sure that you have an open counter space to work with and, if working on a bathroom counter, there is no standing water in the sink or on the counter space. An open space will prevent you from accidental burns if the iron drops; keeping clear of standing water prevents accidental electrocution.