A Complete Guide to Hair Straightening
If you have curly, wavy,or frizzy hair you want hair straightening. So in this article, we will discuss the types of hair straightening methods, its benefits and how to take care of your straight hair.
Here are the different ways you can straighten your hair
There are different types of hair straightening methods, including:
Keratin Treatment: A semi-permanent treatment that uses keratin to smooth and straighten hair.
Brazilian Blowout: Relationship treatment that uses keratin to straighten and smooth hair and which lasts substantially longer.
Japanese Hair Straightening: Another term for the treatment that uses thermal energy as a permanent solution to straighten hair.
Hair Relaxing: A treatment using chemicals to break down curls and kinks.
Digital Hair Straightening A high-tech treatment that uses digital tools to straighten hair.
The Pros of Hair Straightening
Less frizz: Getting your hair straightened helps with frizz and flyaway hair.
More manageable: Straight hair is much simpler to style and manage.
Glossy shine: Straightening treatments can give hair a healthy, shiny appearance.
Long-Lasting Results: Various hair straightening treatments may last as long as 6 months, again, depending on hair type and maintenance
Hair Straightening Process
The hair straightening process generally includes:
Consultation: Interview with your stylist about types of hair you have, your hair issues, and results wanted.
Hair prep: Treatment hair cleanse followed by preparation of hair.
STEP 3 : TREATMENT TO USE: Apply the selected treatment and let it sit for the advised amount of time.
Rinse and conditioner: Rinse and conditioner hair for keeping the moisture.
It is the styling: Styling it into your new, straight hair.
Maintenance and Aftercare
“Here are some tips to help you keep your straight hair:
Use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner
Lay off the heat styling for 72 hours
Use a wide-tooth comb or brush
Return for regular touch-ups
Mistakes Made When Straightening Hair
Putting on unsuitable products: using product that does not suit your hair type.
Not adhering to aftercare instructions: If you skip on following aftercare instructions, your straight hair will not last as long.
Over-processing: Over-processing your hair can cause damage and breakage.
