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QuestionWhat is the best temperature to flat iron natural hair?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You want to use the lowest temperature that you can. If you have fine or damaged hair, set the temperature to 300 degrees F or less. If you have thick, coarse hair, you may raise the temp up to 400 degrees F. Be aware that at 450 degrees F, hair starts to melt.
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QuestionWhat will happen if you straighten your hair when it's wet?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You can damage your hair severely if you are using a straightening iron on it when it's wet. You may even cause breakage. This is also an electrocution hazard.
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QuestionWhat strengthens hair follicles?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You can't change the shape of your hair follicles. The follicle is the indentation in the scalp that your hair grows out of; its shape is genetic.
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QuestionHow do you straighten your hair with a straightener?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Start with clean, dry hair. Mist it all over with a thermal protector. Working in 1/2" thick sections, comb through to remove any tangles, then follow with a straightener, starting about 1/2" from the scalp and pressing in a smooth fluid motion from roots to ends.
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QuestionHow can I make my curly hair straight forever?Noël Reid-Killings is a Professional Hair Stylist and the Owner of Noël New York Salon & Boutique. With over a decade of experience, Noël specializes in curating and customizing hair solutions for all hair types and textures. She has worked with countless A-list celebrities including Alicia Keys, Ciara, Yara Shahidi, and Simone Missick. Her work has been featured on makeover shows and in magazines including Essence, Sophisticates Black Hair, Teen Vogue, Elle, 21Ninety, WWD, POPSUGAR, Allure, The Cut, The Huffington Post, and Swaay.Unfortunately, you probably can't make your hair straight forever. However, you can get a Keratin complex treatment at the salon, which will keep your hair straight for 3-5 months.
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QuestionI have a side shaved pixie cut, and my bangs are bouncy but not super curly. How can I get them to be straight?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Blow dry them straight, using a comb. Start at the roots and work your way through to the ends, smoothing the hair down with a comb as you dry them. This will smooth them down and reduce the volume.
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QuestionDoes the rubber band method damage your hair?Community AnswerNo, it doesn't. It is a very good alternative to straightening hair and works better when your hair is damp.
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QuestionMy hair is short and gets curly after I take a shower; how do I straighten it?Community AnswerMake sure you comb your hair with a comb or brush, then you can try to blow dry it to keep it from curling during the air drying process. After that, you can straighten it using any of these methods or a hair straightener.
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QuestionHow can I make this process faster?Community AnswerGather your comb and everything before the morning, then when you wake up, instead of taking a full-blown shower, just rinse your hair under the sink, spray the frizz serum, and blow dry.
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QuestionCan I get some hair straightening tips for guys with shorter hair?Community AnswerWet your hair, or wash and condition it. Dry it a little with a towel. Put in either some hair lotion or anything you put in your hair - just not stiff gel. Comb it straight back. Put a hat on for a minimum of three hours. Or you could just use a straightener on any part of your hair that is long enough.
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QuestionI tried some of these methods and now my hair is damaged, what should I do?Community AnswerUse anything that moistens your hair, like egg or milk and water in equal amounts. You can use fullers earth (multani mitti) with egg and rice flour to make your hair straight naturally as well.
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QuestionHow can you dry your hair without a hair dryer?Community AnswerJust let it dry by itself. If you're referring to the blow-drying method here, you can't do that without a hair dryer.
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QuestionHow do I straighten my hair with coconut oil?Community AnswerApply coconut oil to your hair after a shower. Your hair needs to be damp. Brush it constantly until dry.
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QuestionWhat can I do if I want to do method #4, but I have no anti-frizz spray?Community AnswerYou can use any type of hair oils or creams, you can also use a very small amount of hair wax. This will be better than anti-frizz sprays (it will last way longer).
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QuestionMy hair is clean and I don't need to wash it, so how do I straighten my hair?Community AnswerJust spray some water on your hair until it's damp (perhaps try using a misting spray bottle), then try any of the methods above.
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QuestionHow do I straighten my hair without it turning it curly again after a shower?Sierra SherwinCommunity AnswerIf you wish the take a shower without getting your hair wet you can always wear a shower cap to prevent your hair from getting wet. But if you wish to get your hair wet and wash it then it will curl no matter what, it's just your natural hair. You could also use dry shampoo if your hair starts to get smelly or oily.
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QuestionWhen I take a bath my hair starts to become wavy after drying. How can I prevent this?Community AnswerUse a product formulated to straighten hair. Apply it when your hair is wet, then blow dry it using a round brush. Alternate the direction you are brushing when drying to make your hair straight, then apply a light layer of hair spray to stop it from waving.
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QuestionWhat is the best method for thick, poofy hair?Sierra SherwinCommunity AnswerI would use the first method. It works very well. If your hair is poofy, you may want to consider straightening it after the method. It may end up a bit frizzy or curly. You could also use a straightening serum to calm your hair down to make it easier.
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QuestionEvery time I wash or dampen my hair and blow dry it, it stays straight for a while but doesn't last. What should I do?Community AnswerUse product formulated to straighten hair, or just use a hair straightener.
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QuestionHow long will my hair stay straight with the blow dryer method?Community AnswerUntil your hair gets wet; if it's raining or you live somewhere humid, this will cause it to frizz.
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QuestionMy hair used to be naturally straight, but now it's not. Any tips on how to get that natural straightened hair back?Community AnswerHormones, stress and aging are seen as the common causes for changes to your hair texture and quality.
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QuestionWill my hair be damaged with the rubber band method if it is short?Community AnswerNot really, unless you pull on the rubber band really hard. Make sure you take your time and take them out slowly.
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QuestionHow can I straighten my hair without getting it wet?Community AnswerYou could wear a shower cap in the shower to prevent your hair from getting wet in the first place, or you could use a hairdryer to dry your hair prior to straightening it (if it's already wet).
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QuestionMy front hairs are too small and thin and they curl after combing. How do I straighten them?Sierra SherwinCommunity AnswerYou can use a straightener to get them the way you want but if they are thin and small you might want to take caution. You could also take straightening serum -- that may help.
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QuestionWould the ponytail method work if I leave it in all day?Community AnswerIt would, but the part of hair below the hair tie would be your natural hair texture. Also, it doesn't always work because your hair, even after hours of it being in a ponytail, would be damp, and that can cause your hair to smell bad and get oily. Best method is to use a straightener, or just blow dry, or keep combing your hair the whole day when it's wet.
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QuestionI tried the blow-drying method, but my hair is still wavy. What can I do to straighten it?Community AnswerTry using some straightening cream to aid in the process.
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QuestionWhat should I do if my hair curls as it dries?Community AnswerIn order to keep your hair from curling up while drying, use a product to straighten hair. After washing your hair, blow dry it to prevent it from curling. Afterwards, you can use the combing method to straighten out some more.
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QuestionHow do I straighten my ends without a blow dryer?Community AnswerYou can use a straightening iron.
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QuestionIf I try any of these methods with wet hair, will it damage my hair?Community AnswerNo, it shouldn't, because there are no chemicals involved. Just try not to do it too much.
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QuestionIs there a faster way t straighten my hair?Community AnswerNo.
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