Straighten your tresses

Follow these special tips to get silky, smooth locks without damaging your hair.

Most of us are born with naturally wavy hair and while waves and curls can be beautiful too, majority of women lust after a straight mane. Aside from the option of permanently straightening your locks through a chemical process, there are other techniques and treatments that can help you get a smooth, frizz-free look.

• The easiest way to straighten your hair is by blow drying it. After a hair wash, towel dry your hair and then apply some leave-in conditioner (for dry hair) and a heat-protective product. You get plenty of creams and even hair sprays in the market that will help minimise the damage and give some shine. Take a round brush and starting at the hairline, blow dry your hair section by section. Don't move the hairdryer nozzle much as this can harm the cuticle.

• A quick blast of cold air to finish off and a frizz-fighting serum and you're good to go. A faster way to get your hair straight is by using a straightening iron. It definitely gives a more sleek look, but may not last as long as a blow dry due to the humidity in air. Here you will have to take your hair in small sections and pass it through the iron. It's advisable to ensure that your hair has been deep-conditioned before as this can dry it out. Utilise a heat-protective product or even a straightening balm. Always adjust the temperature of the iron and make sure your locks aren't getting burned.
• Once you have achieved the look you desire, it's important to try and keep your hair looking that way for a few days. Try using a small amount of hair spray. Another option is using a serum and frizz-controlling balm every morning. Apply a small coin-sized amount, it will give lots of shine and smoothen the hair.Taking good care of your hair is essential as well. Regular spa or hot oil treatments will help keep the locks hydrated and make it easier to style later on.

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