Straightening

Women/Men both straight their hair, but if you don't do it properly you'll cause serious damage.
A friend of mine has started having hair loss due to it.
So i thought i would make a post to help you straighten your hair correctly.

1) Use a mild shampoo and strong conditioner so that the hair is well protected
Regular deep conditioning of the hair can give it a healthier bounce and shine

2) add a bit of shine - Add a drop of silicone serum and watch the tresses bounce.

3) If you are using a straightening iron to straighten your hair, use it with care, and use it sparingly. It can be very damaging if used often

4) Blow-drying Hair Straight - Always use a protective product when styling your hair straight. Good tools are essential - use a blow-dryer with a strong air flow, not just a very hot one. If blow-drying hair straight regularly, use a treatment, weekly, to prevent your hair from drying out and frazzled ends.

5) Having your hair colored and using a straightener could result in damage to your hair.

Method:

Wash with a regular shampoo that will remove buildup or at least prevent it.
Use a good conditioner that won't weigh hair down but still will condition it.
Once out of the shower, wring hair out until it doesn't drip anymore, then dry as much as possible with a towel.
Apply a little bit of straightening gel before blow drying and in between towel drying.
Blow dry by taking sections at a time and with a flat brush- it takes a while to master exactly how to straighten accurately but it's worth it.
Use a little bit of gel or cream or something to keep it straight and non-frizzy.
It should last for about 2 days, depending on temperatures.

When i do mine i use one serum for heat protection, then blow dry my hair, then use a ceramic iron to straighten

I came across the Serum i use (No kinks Straightnener) on offer in Superdrug £3.99 but buy one get one free so i thought why not?

Everybody has a different method, but they are very similar

"Wash and shampoo your hair making sure to use conditioner (essential I believe as it protects the hair). Gently squeeze the excess water out and wait half an hour for some of the water to evaporate - don't towel dry as you will only get knots. After half an hour, your hair should be wet but not dripping. Comb your hair and select a section of hair for straightening, securing the rest to your hear with a hair grip. Apply some hair serum ( I use Frizz Ease by John Frieda) to the segment you intend to straighten. Comb the serum through and then grip the hair in the tongs and work slowly and methodically from roots to the ends. It will need several tongings to get straight. Secure that section and start on the next using the same method (always apply hair serum first before tonging). Et voila, a head of sleek hair."

Do not go for the cheap straightners, invest in a good one , such as a GHD. As they will do less damage then cheap one's.