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  • Question
    What should I use to dry my hair if I want to avoid frizz?
    Christine George
    Master Hair Stylist & Colorist
    Christine George is a Master Hairstylist, Colorist, and Owner of Luxe Parlour, a premier boutique salon based in the Los Angeles, California area. Christine has over 23 years of hair styling and coloring experience. She specializes in customized haircuts, premium color services, balayage expertise, classic highlights, and color correction. She received her cosmetology degree from the Newberry School of Beauty.
    Master Hair Stylist & Colorist
    Expert Answer
    I would suggest grabbing an old t shirt or a microfiber towel and scrunching the water out of your hair instead of rubbing your hair with a cotton towel.
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    Which method works the best on long hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    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.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    The elastic hair band method is the best way to straighten your hair if it is very long.
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    I have a shoulder length hair. Which option will work best for me?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    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.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    The wrapping method works very well for hair that is shoulder length.
  • Question
    What do I do if I want to have shiny and smooth straight hair?
    Community Answer
    Mix conditioner and shampoo. Leave it in for a minute or two, then rinse out thoroughly. Dry 50% with a towel, then leave the rest to air dry. Then brush to finish off the shine.
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    Will this technique work for short hair?
    Community Answer
    Yes, this should work for both short and long hair. Depending on how short your hair is, the method on "Using the Wrapping Method" may be the most effective. If your hair is long enough to put into elastics, then refer to the method on "Using Elastic Bands."
  • Question
    How do I make my hair look wavy but straight?
    Community Answer
    Part your hair down the middle and divide it into two sections. Braid both sections and leave the braids in overnight.
  • Question
    Wouldn't the hair bands leave a mark, which would make my hair wavy and not straight?
    Community Answer
    No. As the article mentions, use soft, loose elastic hair bands, like Scrunchi's, Emmy Jay's, or other creaseless hair bands, so there are no visible marks or creases.
  • Question
    Why is the lower part of my hair hard and curly?
    Community Answer
    Typically because it is drier and has split ends. Make sure to apply a good amount of conditioner to the ends.
  • Question
    My hair is thin but I have a lot of hair which makes it look thick, so which method is the best for that?
    Community Answer
    If your hair is thin, then the first and second methods should work the best. If your hair is too thick, the second option works the best. If your hair is thin, it will be easier to wrap your hair around your head so that it won't fall.
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    Have you tried all 3 techniques? If so, which one works the best?
    Community Answer
    I have thick hair and the second one works best for me. But if you have thin hair, I would go with the first one.
  • Question
    If I have thick hair, will this technique work?
    Community Answer
    Yes. Technique two should work best for thick hair.
  • Question
    Is there a way that I can do these without getting my hair wet?
    Community Answer
    Unfortunately, in order for these to work, your hair must be wet. You can, however, straighten your hair using a flat iron. Make sure that you use a heat protection spray.
  • Question
    Why don't these techniques work for me?
    Community Answer
    If your hair is very curly it may just not work. However, you could try straightening your hair with a flat iron. If your hair is still damp, you can try blow drying it straight instead. Remember to use a heat protectant spray!
  • Question
    How can I keep it overnight if I straightened it with the straightener?
    Community Answer
    Put your hair up in a loose, messy bun, then wrap it up over night. Do not put it in a pony tail. Twist up your hair into a bun without making a pony tail to start, then secure it with an elastic. When you wake up, your hair should still be straight, but you may need to comb it out a little.
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    Why is my hair always flat?
    Community Answer
    Ot may be because of the conditioner you use. If you put too much conditioner, it will flatten the the hair.
  • Question
    Will this work on curly hair?
    Community Answer
    Yes, the second method especially should work on curly hair.
  • Question
    For the second method, can you use peoper hair elastics, like the clear ones?
    Isabelle McNease
    Community Answer
    You could, but they might leave marks where the hair elastics were, making small waves instead.
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