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    What do you use for a silk press?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    You will need a hairdryer, brush, straightening iron, comb, and clips. You'll also need shampoo and deep conditioner as well as a thermal protectant.
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    How long does a silk press last for?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    You can usually wear one for 7-10 days. If the weather is very humid, it may not last this long.
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    What is a silk wrap for your hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    A silk wrap is a method for styling relaxed hair. The hair is wrapped around the head, covered with plastic wrap, and processed under a hood dryer.
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    How do you steam your hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    You can use steam rollers or a steam iron to style your hair. You can use these tools in a similar way to a traditional straightener or rollers.
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    How do you wrap your hair in a scarf for sleeping?
    Courtney Foster
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Courtney Foster is a Licensed Cosmetologist, Certified Hair Loss Practitioner, and Cosmetology Educator based out of New York City. Courtney runs Courtney Foster Beauty, LLC and her work has been featured on The Wendy Williams Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Late Show with David Letterman, and in East/West Magazine. She received her Cosmetology License from the State of New York after training at the Empire Beauty School - Manhattan.
    Professional Hair Stylist
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    Wrap your hair every night by pulling all of your hair forward and wrapping it in a cylinder shape. Tie your hair down as flat as you can with a silk or satin scarf. Covering your hair protects the silk press at night. You can also protect your hair by avoiding moisture like hot showers, rain, swimming pools, and sweat. Water causes the roots to revert to its natural state.
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