What the girls do not do with their hair, trying to look more attractive. They dye them in incredible colors, wind curlers, make permanent perm or straighten strands. To straighten hair often use the iron intended for these purposes, but you can do this without using the device. We will talk about ways to straighten hair without ironing in our article.
Mechanical methods
Most often, an iron is used to level the hair. Indeed, with the help of such a device, you can quickly make the strands even, get rid of curls and excessive fluffiness. However, frequent use of ironing can damage the curls: they become dry and brittle, lose their original shine. In order for the hair to always be healthy and well-groomed, you need to carry out such a procedure no more than 2 times in 7-10 days.
Its more frequent use leads to:
- to break off hair;
- to burning curls;
- tips become split;
- deteriorates the sebaceous glands of the head.
If you can’t do without ironing, you should buy ceramic appliance or set the mode to low temperature. Previously, a strand of thermal protection should be applied to the strands.
It is important not to keep the iron on the locks for a long time, besides, it should not be used on wet curls.
Without ironing, hair is straightened with a hairdryer and comb-brushing. Some hair dryers may have special nozzles in the form of combs with cloves. Using this model, you can literally bring a hairstyle in the right form in a couple of minutes.Due to the fact that there are round holes in the base of the brushing, the hair does not overheat during the procedure.
When straightening hair with a hairdryer, the following recommendations should be followed:
- perform the procedure on wet strands;
- air should be kept warm during operation, so as not to dry the hair;
- before starting the device, a spray for thermal protection should be applied to the locks;
- hair should be divided into certain zones, highlighting the crown, nape and strands at the temple;
- processing is carried out starting from the occipital part of the head, passing to the temples.
Thin curls align, starting from the roots and moving to the tips. After that, brushing runs along the entire length. In order for the strands to be perfectly even, the hair dryer is held perpendicularly, while the hair is not curled. Such styling will last up to 5 days.
Combs with a ceramic base are more suitable for naughty or dry locks. The action of hot air with such a comb helps to close the hair cuticle, while cooling the hair. It is better to choose brushing with an aluminum base for oily and normal hair, this will allow you to give the hairstyle the desired shape, fixing it at the same time for a long time. For fine hair, a natural bristle comb with a wooden base is more suitable. Using such brushing, you can quickly smooth the hair, giving it a volume.
To align the hair, hairdressers advise using an ionization device. This will smooth the structure of the hair and save you from excessive electrification. When using a hair dryer with ionization, the electro-balance of the hair is normalized, the tips become less brittle. Moisture begins to be absorbed faster into the hair, which allows you to get rid of excess fat or dryness. At the same time, the curls become smooth and remain so for up to 4 days.
Tight tail
You can straighten hair without ironing by the method of a tight tail. During installation, hot air is not used, it is important to dry your head naturally. This will preserve the health of the hair, while styling will look very attractive.
To smooth the curls in this way, you need to perform the following steps.
- Wash your hair using products with a straightening effect, so that your hair will become more obedient and will fit better. However, they will not be confused when combing and styling.
- Wet hair is lightly dried with a bamboo towel to remove static electricity. It is important not to compress the strands so that creases do not form.
- Wet locks are combed, a comb with frequent cloves is more suitable for this.
- Then they are collected in a tight tail, fixing along the entire length with elastic bands. Thanks to this, the hair will not be tangled and can easily be combed after complete drying.
Smoothing the strands in this way will allow you to maintain the desired shape of the hairstyle for several days, until the next shampooing.
Large curlers
To get smooth curls without a straightener, use curlers. For this purpose, it is better to choose large diameter curlers with Velcro. Their diameter should depend on the length of the strands. The longer they are, the larger curlers should be taken. It is better to choose devices from 5 cm in diameter or more. Perform styling in three stages.
- Wash your hair and dry your hair slightly with a hairdryer. It is important not to use hot air when drying, but to dry with a stream of cold air.
- Take a wide lock and tighten it on large curlers.
- Keep the curlers on your head for 2 hours.
Thanks to styling, the hair becomes smoothed, while the volume of the hairstyle increases. Such styling can last up to 3 days.
We choose special cosmetics
To smooth out curls, use various cosmetics. Although the effect of their use will be lower than after ironing, it is still possible to straighten a little strand. As cosmetics, apply a cream, mask or spray.
- When using creams or masks to straighten strands, you should evenly apply them along the entire length. Special cream gels are easily applied, perfectly distributed on curls.
- As a means for straightening, a cosmetic spray is often used, which contains silicone. When applied to strands, each hair is heavier. After using such a tool, the hair stops curling into curls or curls. Spray is applied on dry or on wet locks.
- Using cosmetics, you need to carefully study the instructions for use. If you apply the product very often, the hair may look less attractive over time, they will become dull.
- To align the curls, a lotion or serum is also chosen. Such drugs are recommended to be applied to the hair after washing. For application, it is enough to use only a few drops of a liquid product. After the product is applied, it must be well distributed, then comb the locks with a scallop with wide teeth. Rinse lotion or serum from the hair is not necessary.
- For dry hair, cosmetic oils are more suitable. It is important not to apply them close to the roots, otherwise the styling will look less attractive.
After applying cosmetics, the hair becomes protected from the effects of an aggressive environment. At the same time, they fit better, hold their hair for a long time, and are less electrified. Such cosmetics can cope even with the most naughty or magnificent hair.
Chemical straightening
To make the styling look perfect, and the hair remains in this state for a long time, chemical straightening is used. During the alignment procedure, use special chemical compounds.
In the process of work should:
- apply deep cleansing shampoo to the hair;
- then apply a chemical straightener;
- at the final stage, use the latch.
After this procedure, the hair looks great, they can remain smooth for up to one year. Despite the fact that you can not worry about hair styling for a long time, it is worth saying that their condition will not improve. In addition, the price of this procedure is quite impressive.
Keratin
For curly hair, the keratin straightening procedure is often used. In the process, liquid keratin is applied to curly curls. Thanks to this, the damaged areas of the hair are filled, and the curls not only straighten, but also look very well-groomed.
The procedure is carried out in three stages:
- hair is washed using a tool that helps open the cuticles;
- the composition is evenly distributed over the locks;
- under the influence of high temperatures, the keratin composition is fixed, this leads to the alignment of curls.
After this procedure, the strands straighten, while improving their appearance. The effect of the use of the composition will last up to 4 months. After the procedure, it is not recommended to wash your hair or use a hair dryer for 3-4 days. Then you should choose natural sulfate-free shampoos for shampooing.
Keratin alignment is recommended to be carried out in the cabin, also this procedure is performed independently. To make it, they acquire a special mixture with keratin in the composition. The mixture must be adapted for self-application.
In order to carry out the salon procedure yourself, you must perform the following steps.
- Wash your hair with shampoo. It is advisable to choose a detergent with keratin, this will provide hair with better care and enhance the result. In the event that the hair is very curly from nature, apply shampoo to the strands at least 2 times. This will completely remove the dirt and the remnants of styling products from the hair, and then prepare them for applying the product with keratin. It is important to rinse your head well, without using an air conditioner.
- Keratin should be applied to wet hair, starting at the ends and moving up. It is not recommended to apply it directly to the roots, it is better to retreat a few centimeters from the roots.
- The hair should be massaged, then combed with a comb with wide cloves.
- A shower cap or a plastic bag is put on the head and left for half an hour. After half an hour, the product is washed with non-hot water.
- After washing, the hair is dried with a hairdryer and combed.
- To fix keratin, strands are carried out with an iron. It is important that the locks are not too thick, this will allow the heat to be distributed more evenly.
After the independent procedure, do not wash your hair for 48 hours. This time is necessary for keratin to penetrate deep into the hair shaft. You should not visit the pool or swim in natural reservoirs during this period. It is also not recommended to tighten your hair with elastic bands or tuck it in your ears.
The disadvantages of this procedure include the fact that To maintain styling, constant correction is necessary, as the regrown hair begins to fluff and curl at the roots. Also, professional shampoos and balms are needed for care, thanks to which keratin will not be washed out of the hair.
Lamination
To improve the condition of the hair and make curls straight, they are laminated. At the same time, a composition is applied to the locks, which envelops them with a film, filling the structure. Due to the application of the laminate, the curls become well-groomed, elastic and shiny.
The procedure helps:
- to combat the dryness of the tips, with their bifurcation;
- improve the structure of the hairline;
- make the shade rich and vibrant;
- give shine;
- increase volume;
- hair begins to comb better.
Lamination is considered a universal procedure that is suitable for owners of strands of different thicknesses and lengths. Most often it is done on long hair, lamination is rarely done on short strands. This is a rather expensive procedure, which is recommended to be carried out in the cabin.
Lamination can be done at home. To perform the procedure on their own, edible gelatin is taken as the main component. It contains collagen, which has a beneficial effect on hair. It is impossible to achieve perfectly smooth hair at a time, so at least 3 procedures will be required.
The composition for lamination is prepared as follows.
- You need to take a package of gelatin and mix it with boiled chilled water in a ratio of 1: 3. Mix the mixture well. In the event that the locks are long, you need to double the amount of ingredients.
- The mixture is left for 15-20 minutes to swell. The composition must be homogeneous. If the mass is with grains, it should be slightly warmed up so that the lumps dissolve.
- The composition is added 1 tsp. hair balm and bring the mixture to a creamy consistency.
The product is applied to previously washed and slightly dried hair. Do not apply a gelatinous mass to the roots, it is recommended to step back a few centimeters from them. After application, you need to put a hat or a plastic bag on your head and leave the mask for 20-40 minutes. After the required time, the gelatin mixture is washed well without using shampoo. Thanks to this procedure, the curls will become elastic, smooth and shiny.
In order for the effect of the procedure to be longer, it is important to follow some rules.
- After the procedure, it is not recommended to wash your hair for 48 hours.
- It is better not to use the iron, the hair dryer or the curling iron for 1-2 days. After washing the hair, the hair dryer is kept at a distance of 30-35 cm, trying not to dry the curls.
- To care for straight hair, you need to choose products with natural components that do not contain alcohol, sulfates, alkali or parabens.
- It is better to give preference to products intended for the care of colored and damaged hair.
- It is not recommended to use a scrub or pilin.Masters advise applying hair rinse or balm.
- Coloring the strands is carried out after washing the laminating agents.
Drying the hair after washing, do not rub the hair very much, it is better to just get it wet with a terry towel. They do not recommend using styling products, otherwise they can reduce the effect of lamination.
Before carrying out the procedure, it is important to know that she has certain contraindications. Do not lamination:
- owners of thin, weakened and damaged hair, before carrying out the procedure, damaged curls should be cured;
- in the event that the hair has a length below the waist;
- if there are wounds or abrasions on the head;
- with allergies to certain components that make up the product.
It is not recommended to carry out the procedure on extended strands. In addition, experts do not recommend conducting salon procedures for pregnant and lactating women.
Folk ways
It is possible to straighten wavy hair quickly without curling not only with chemicals in the salon, but also with folk remedies at home. Usually, there are no special contraindications to carrying out procedures using folk remedies. A straightener based on various products will help straighten curls and nourish strands.
Egg mask
After using such a mask, you can straighten stubborn curls at a time. In its composition:
- olive oil - 100 ml;
- one egg.
Oil should be mixed with a raw egg and beat a little. The mass is applied to the combed strands. A hat or bag should be put on your head and wrapped with a towel over it. The mask is left overnight, and in the morning washed off with warm water and shampoo. This procedure is recommended to be carried out 1 time in 14 days.
Coconut oil
In the composition of the funds:
- aloe vera gel - 40 ml;
- coconut oil - 40 ml.
The components are mixed and applied to the strands for 40-60 minutes. You can make such a mask at night. In the morning, wash off the mass with water and shampoo.
Bananas
Ingredients:
- banana - 1 pc.;
- honey - 1 tbsp. l .;
- milk - 2-3 tbsp. l
Knead a banana with a fork, then all the ingredients are mixed and applied to the strands for 2 or 3 hours.
Beer
To give hair smoothness at home, beer is often used. This drink is not only tasty and healthy, but also able to give hair a bright shine. After washing the hair with beer, the hair becomes silky and begins to grow faster. Also, after washing, they become smooth and pleasant to the touch.
This foamy drink has a specific smell that stays on the hair. To remove it, you can add a few drops of essential oil to the composition. In addition, you can remove the smell of beer by adding two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to it. This tool rinses curls. It is not recommended to carry out such a procedure too often, otherwise the hair may become dry.
Based on beer, you can prepare a moisturizing hair mask. To make it, you need to take 200-250 ml of beer and add one raw egg to it. Stir the mixture, then introduce into it 1 tbsp. l olive oil. Before applying the mask, the curls should be combed well. The mass is applied to the strands and evenly distributed. Keep the composition on your head for 20-30 minutes.
To make the effect of the application stronger, you should put a special hat or a simple plastic bag on your head. It is recommended to wrap the head over the bag with a warm terry towel. The effect of such a procedure will last up to 4 days.
Mayonnaise
In order for the strands to acquire a healthy appearance and shine, as well as to get rid of excessive kinkiness, a mayonnaise-based product is used.
- First, the hair is washed in the usual way.
- Then mixed in equal proportions mayonnaise and dandruff shampoo. For one wash, it is enough to make a tool consisting of 2 tbsp. tablespoons of mayonnaise and 2 tsp. shampoo.
- Apply the mass on the head, evenly distributing it in strands.
- Then a plastic bag is put on the hair.
- Hold the mask on your head for about 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, the mask is washed off with warm water.
Thanks to this tool, the hair becomes smooth and obedient, shine and silkiness appear.
Milk and Kefir
To straighten curls, ordinary milk is also used. To do this, pour a small portion of milk into a container with a spray and spray on strands. The product is applied for two hours. Then the head should be washed.
To moisturize the hair and make it smooth, use a mask on kefir. To prepare such a tool, you need to mix kefir and brewer's yeast in equal proportions. The mass is kept on his head for about half an hour.
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