How to Press Oil to Straighten Hair
When it comes to hair care, many people think that oil is the enemy. It's true that excessive oil can cause the hair to be lank and lifeless. However, when used correctly, oil can give you the beautiful shiny hair you want. Oil can be especially useful when it comes to hair straightening. It can protect your hair from damage and also help your hair stay straight longer. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Hair pressing oil (available at most beauty supply stores)
- Hot pressing comb
- Flatiron
Instructions
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Hair Pressing Steps
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Wash your hair using a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. After your hair is washed and conditioned, dry it thoroughly. None of your hair should be wet, as wet hair can be damaged by hot styling tools.
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Part the hair into small sections. You should only straighten about an inch of hair at a time.
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Apply a small amount of pressing oil onto the section of hair. You do not need to use a lot, as you don't want your hair to be too oily or heavy. Massage it throughout the section of hair.
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Using the pressing comb or flatiron, straighten the small section of hair. You should run the pressing comb or flatiron over the hair slowly, making sure it is completely straightened. Be careful not to burn your scalp.
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Continue to part your hair, apply the pressing oil and straighten small sections until all of your hair is straight. Once you are finished, you may want to go over your hair again in larger sections, making sure that it is completely straightened.
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Tips & Warnings
Be sure to take your time when pressing your hair. You will get better results and you will be less likely to accidentally burn yourself.
