Ways to Straighten Your Hair

Depending on your hair and how long you want it to remain straight, you have several options for straightening your hair.

The easiest way most of us do it is by using a blow dryer and brush to straighten out the waves. To achieve desired results from blow drying you will first need a good blow dryer. A dryer with multiple speeds and heat settings is the best. By using the hottest settings you can dry the hair then the lower settings and low heat will set in your style. A good brush is also needed. The best brushes for straightening long, wavy or curly hair are flat or paddle brushes. Paddle brushes usually have wire or nylon bristles on a rubber cushion on a wide flat base. Paddle brushes are great for grabbing the hair to straighten waves and curls. Ceramic paddle brushes help retain the heat from blow drying to increase your ability to pull out the waves and set strands straight.

To protect your hair from damage caused by blow drying use thermal heat protection products and products to help straighten your hair while keeping it healthy and shiny. Garnier Sleek and Shine products are an affordable solution that works well on my wavy hair.

Another home option for straightening your hair is ionic ceramic flat irons. Ionic flat irons are superior to the harsh metal irons. The ceramic irons use consistent heat and negative ions to remove static and smooth frizzies. Ceramic irons flatten the cuticles of wavy hair and seal in moisture. Flat irons are a good option if you only want straight hair for a day or two.

If you want a longer lasting straight hair style you can use an at home reconditioning product like Easy Straight. Easy Straight is the only non lye based at home straightening kit available. It can tame your hair for up to three months and is available at most drug stores. Easy Straight is a no heat treatment that will slightly relax curls so it is suited best for wavy hair, not tightly curled hair. You will probably want a friend to help you coat your hair because it can be tricky. You can also call their customer help line to get customized directions for your hair type.