Q&A for How to Straighten Hair Naturally

Read the label to make sure the shampoo doesn't have surfactants or sulfates. These ingredients can damage your hair, so it's best to avoid them.

Section off your hair when you use a blow dryer so you can dry your hair evenly. Otherwise, you may end up with frizz.

Use a pillow that doesn't have any friction. I don't use a cotton pillow when I sleep. I have a satin pillow if I want to maintain my hairstyle for a couple of days and not have it go frizzy. This is great for curly hair too

Yes, honey can be used on hair and it has quite a few benefits for your hair. It’s an ingredient in the banana mask above.

No, these are natural straightening methods. None of them contain chemicals, therefore, they aren’t permanent straightening methods.

No; the coconut milk has different nutrients and is a different substance altogether. Although if you don't have coconut milk, you could make a hot oil treatment with coconut oil- it does smooth hair and make it shiny.

I would not recommend that. The heat of the iron is way too hot for your hair and could burn off the hair you are trying to straighten.

Always use conditioner and try an anti-frizz spray like Creme of Nature. Also, put clear gel on a brush and brush your hair with it.

As long as you only use straighteners in moderation, they aren't horrible for your hair. However, it is best if you avoid heat styling tools like straight irons. If you straighten your hair too often, your hair will become weak, frizzy, and damaged. It can even lead to hair loss and hair thinning.

You can apply some coconut oil or a leave-in conditioner to your hair after you have showered.

It depends on your hair, but typically, straightening your hair will calm down frizz.

Yes, almond oil is a great alternative to olive oil. Keep in mind, however, that it is very thick and best for thick hair; it would weigh thin hair down too much.

Do it once a week.

There are many great shampoo brands you can use, but I would recommend Sunsilk.

I think that they are both very good options, but personally I have very wavy hair and the banana mask seemed to weigh my hair down much more than the coconut mask, as that one just made my hair silky but not particularly straight.

You can, but I wouldn't suggest it. Coconut milk has more fat, fiber, and nutrients like vitamin E that make it excellent for moisturizing hair. Milk doesn't compare. If you want your hair more smooth, silky, and straight, use coconut milk.

I think your hair needs to be damp first to be able straighten it with hair bands.

Try shampoo that weighs down your hair and maybe use banana and/or coconut milk masks.

It will work to a degree on any hair type, but you may not be able to get your hair completely straight if it's very curly. You can always try and see how you like the results.

Use a straightener.

No, these techniques are all temporary.

Try a straightening shampoo and or conditioner. A leave in conditioner in a good option for any unwanted frizz and weighs down curls.

If you have thick hair, I would recommend doing it no more than once a week. For thinner hair, you could get away with probably 2-3 times a week.

You can take a toothbrush (an old one of course), spray hairspray on the toothbrush and then run the toothbrush over your flyaways.

Try using an anti-frizz spray. If your hair is curly, do not brush it if you plan to leave it down.

It totally depends on which method(s) you employ. Using one of the masks you will probably be alright, as long as you wash your hair as recommended. Using chemical or heat methods are highly detrimental to your hair and will likely result in damage or hair loss if employed that frequently.

Switch to a different shampoo. The article says to avoid shampoos with surfactants or sulfates.

Put the olive oil in your hair before showering, let it sit for about 30 minutes, and then rinse it out.

Yes, wash and condition your hair with lukewarm/cold water. Then rinse your hair at the end with cold water; cold water helps to seal your hair cuticle, making it lay smoothly. A smoother hair cuticle gives your hair the appearance of shine.

Don’t rub, that will make your hair frizzy. Pat your hair dry.