How to Straighten Your Hair With a Straightener

How to Straighten Your Hair

First purchase a straightening iron. The more expensive versions have ceramic plates and can cost about $80,while cheaper options are available. Wash, condition, and blow dry your hair until it is partially dry, let it dry the rest of the way on its own the plug in the straightener for 5 minutes to allow it to heat up. For an ultra smooth finish choose a styling product designed for use with straightening irons and apply to hair. Working on small sections of hair creates a smoother finish. Start by running your fingers through your hair from the front just below the ears,and clip the upper layer out of the way. When you have completed the lower section,unclip your hair and run your fingers through using the middle of your face as a guide then repeat,clipping your hair up into sections until your hair is totally straight, when you're finished, let your hair cool down and if required spray with a little hairspray.How to Straighten Your Hair With a Straightener

Straightening your hair regularly can cause damage and split ends. Condition regularly with a hot oil treatment to protect your hair.Choose your hair brushes carefully,a vent brush is best when blow drying hair,and a large paddle brush to get a smooth finished look.

Tips for How to Staighten Your Hair
* Straightening irons get very, very hot. Be careful not to burn yourself.
* Do not plug your straightening iron anywhere near water.
* Never leave your straighteners unattended when plugged in.
* Do not leave your straighteners on a flammable surface.
* NEVER ever straighten your hair when it's wet! This causes damage. Unless you have a wet-to-dry straightener.
* Try not to straighten your hair every day. Unless you use a heat protector, to protect your hair from the heat.