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How do you prevent heat damage when straightening hair?

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Michael Van den Abbeel is a Professional Hair Stylist and the Owner of Mosaic Hair Studio and Blowout Bar in Orlando, Florida. He has been cutting, styling, and coloring hair for over 17 years. Michael loves showing his clients how to wash and wear their hair easily and effortlessly. Mosaic Hair Studio and Blowout Bar is recognized as a Diamond Top Tier level Wella salon.

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The easiest way to prevent heat damage to your hair is to turn down the temperature on your flat iron.

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Why do I get split ends?

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You get split ends over time due to damaged hair. Even healthy hair will get split ends.

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I am straightening my hair on a daily basis . I am using a heat protection serum before ironing. Will the iron affect my hair badly?

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It's important to use a heat protectant every time you straighten your hair because it will limit the damage. However, straightening everyday isn't a good idea and will usually leave you with drier, more brittle hair.

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When you come out of the shower and if use heat protectant spray to blow dry your hair do you have to spray heat protectant again if you want to curl your hair straight after you blow dry it?

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It is a good idea to reapply the heat protectant when you curl your hair. The blow dryer will likely have removed most of the moisture that the heat protectant provided, so you'll need another application to protect your hair from the curling iron.

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I'm using Royale hair straightener. It has more than 1.5-inch plates, since I have long hair. Should I use any product to keep my hair healthy?

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Use "It's a 10" miracle leave-in spray after each shower. Depending on your hair's needs, there are a few different types.

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How do I control hair grease while straightening?

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Treat oily hair normally, even if you straighten it. This means using appropriate products and not washing it as often. Make sure to clean your hair straightener and brushes very often, as they will accumulate oils and distribute them to your hair.

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My hair is damaged. What should I do?

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Definitely use a shampoo or conditioner that is made to moisturize your hair. There are also products labeled "damaged hair" that are gentle and help to fix the damage. Getting a haircut also helps to make sure split ends get removed, and healthy hair can grow more efficiently.

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Is there any way to safely curl or straighten your hair daily?

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Curling or straightening your hair every day is going to do damage to your hair. However, you can limit the damage by using the steps listed above.

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Can I use oil and hair serum on same day?

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It's usually not necessary to use both in the same day. However, if your hair is particularly dry or damage, you can use both daily.

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I have straightened my hair directly after washing, and now it looks burnt. What should I do?

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Consider applying some protein and moisturizing treatments to your hair. If this doesn't help, it's best to have the damage cut off.

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I have medium-length hair of normal thickness. I have a curling iron that goes up to 450 degrees. What heat should I use?

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Start at the lowest and work your way up. Find out the lowest amount of heat you need to get it to the curl you want. No sense in using more heat if you don't need to, as it can damage your hair.

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Why are my split ends bad?

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Split ends are generally caused by the use of blow dryers, straighteners, curling irons, etc.

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How do I keep my hair healthy if I use a flat iron every day? I wash it and condition it every day, as well.

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Washing and conditioning daily is not a good idea. Every other day is best. Make sure you always use a heat protectant spray to stop the hair from snapping and getting damaged from the heat. Use a hair mask once a week as well, this will give the hair some much needed nutrition. After a time, change to a different hairstyle that doesn't require using the irons, and give your hair a long rest.

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I have lost hair from straightening it every week. Will almond, olive and other types of oil protect my hair from damage and loss?

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To protect your hair, use a heat protectant spray. To remove damage, start using Moroccan argan oil when it is wet. Try to reduce the amount of times you straighten your hair.

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What is the best heat protection spray for hair?

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If you're looking for a more affordable heat protectant, try Tresemme. The products work really well and don't leave your hair at all greasy. They smell pretty nice, too!

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Is it okay to use a heat protectant that is made for blow drying, to straighten and curl your hair?

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Yes, it is the same hair product but marketed differently. Just be more generous, as it won't be as strong as the ones used for straightening.

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If the heat protectant bottle says it's only made for hair dryer dried hair, can I use it for straightening and curling hair too?

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Its all the same product so yes, you can. The straightening product is just more concentrated, so be generous when using it.

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If I straighten my hair every other day and do these steps, will my hair stay healthy and not brittle like it is now?

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Your hair will be a bit healthier, but it would still get damaged. Consider some hairstyles like braids if you don't want to show your curly hair.

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