Hair straightening: features, methods, instructions

Straight hair is the dream of many girls. Fortunately, today for its implementation there is everything you need - from various devices to cosmetics. Such hair with proper care looks very rich and feminine. Today we will consider in detail what methods of hair straightening exist, as well as what features they possess.

Modern women of fashion have virtually no restrictions on the choice of haircuts and beautiful styling. It can be both unusual and classic solutions, suitable for any images and styles. Some ladies prefer charming curls or feminine waves, while others prefer neat straight strands. Having a head of hair consisting of the latter, you can lay it in a variety of ways. Many young ladies face the problem of curly hair. Not always the cause of this feature is genetics. The strands may also begin to curl due to other external factors, for example:

• bad weather conditions - the first reason that hair starts to lose shape and curl strongly (this can include rain, strong wind, snow and other similar factors);
• air pollution;
• if metal parts are present in the hair, for example, hairpins, then the curls can also begin to curl;
• Such a hair structure is greatly influenced by the effect of a hair dryer and hot air in general.

To get rid of many girls hated curls and shapeless waves, different ladies resort to different methods.Some of them are very simple and affordable, while others take a lot of time and money. The choice of the optimal solution depends on the preferences of the woman of fashion, as well as the condition of her hair. For example, the same popular hot iron can be used not too often, since it leads to the fact that the locks dry out, becoming brittle and lifeless. Each straightening method has its pros and cons, which are very important to take into account.

You can straighten hair both in salon conditions and at home. Some young women even refuse to use expensive cosmetics and shampoos, referring to folk recipes. Of course, the latter usually show themselves as safer and more gentle, but the effect of them is far from always persistent and noticeable.

Let us consider in detail what pros and cons are characterized by the most popular types of hair straightening. Many girls decide to turn to fashionable keratin hair straightening. The procedure is carried out in a salon. She has the following positive qualities.

• After this procedure, the hair becomes very smooth and obedient. Combing them does not cause difficulties, since individual strands are not confused, but lie neatly. Hair straightened by this method, even when wet, can be combed very easily.
• According to many masters, keratin hair straightening is a universal procedure that can be safely addressed regardless of the type of hair.
• Keratin straightening is a kind of hair treatment.
• After this procedure, the strands become straight, smooth and silky. They attract attention with their healthy radiance.
• The effect of properly performed keratin hair straightening lasts for a long time. In addition, with each subsequent procedure, keratin accumulates more and more on the hair, which is why the intervals between corrections become longer.
• Thanks to this type of straightening, styling keeps its shape much better, becoming more stable. Even under the influence of bad weather conditions, a beautiful hairstyle will not seriously suffer.
• An important function of keratin straightening is to protect the hair from negative environmental factors. For example, due to this, the hair will be well protected from dust or bad tap water.
• It pleases many women that this type of straightening has an antistatic effect. Thanks to him, the strands are not electrified and do not fluff, and the tips do not split so much.
• This procedure is an ideal solution in case of unsuccessful perm.
• With such hair, styling will always seem well-groomed and aesthetic. At the same time, it won’t take a lot of time, and you can safely refuse expensive cosmetics.
• Keratin does not make hair heavier. Moreover, this straightening makes the curls more elastic, without stretching them at the same time.
• Carry out the specified procedure is acceptable along with staining or highlighting. Due to this, the work of the master is significantly simplified, and the client herself does not have to visit the salon several times.

The disadvantages of this procedure include the following points.

• The volume of hair after this decreases, because the effect of fluffiness also decreases.
• Within two weeks after straightening, you can not dye your hair with products that contain ammonia.
• Allergic reactions may occur. If a woman of fashion has intolerance to any components of the selected funds, then it is advisable to refuse the procedure.
• The result of this procedure largely depends on the initial state of the hair, as well as the level of skill of the hairdresser and the quality of the means used.
• After this straightening, you won’t be able to restore the natural waviness of your hair if you want to. Only after a couple of months, usually the strands gradually begin to return to their original state.
• A quality service of this kind in a good salon will cost a tidy sum.
• Some ladies note that the condition of their hair after keratin straightening worsened - they had to cut the ends more often, and the strands themselves quickly become greasy and sloppy.

Another popular way to straighten hair is to use a special hot iron. Such devices are inexpensive and are found in any equipment stores. Working with them is very easy and simple. Most modern models have a temperature adjustment function - you can set the minimum values ​​so as not to harm the hair. The result is perfectly smooth and smooth hair.

You also need to consider that it is not recommended to use the iron constantly, because due to the constant exposure to high temperatures, the hair structure can seriously suffer. Soon, the strands will begin to dry out, lose their luster and healthy appearance. In addition, due to frequent straightening with an iron, you will also have to cut the cut ends often - they will become much larger.

Some ladies prefer to use a special electric comb. Such a device is good for its safety, ease of operation. In addition, with a similar comb, hair straightening occurs as soon as possible. At the same time, a pleasant massage effect will be provided on the scalp. Today, many large brands release such tools.

Serious disadvantages of such devices are not observed, however, many girls believe that their price is too high. This is especially true for branded models, which often have many additional features, which is not particularly necessary.

Hair is also straightened with various oils, gelatin and even vinegar. The main advantage of such funds is their environmental safety, due to which there is usually no aggressive and destructive effect on the hair. However, not all such solutions are suitable. It happens that a girl has serious allergic reactions to such folk remedies. If there is no allergy, then you may encounter the fact that it is not possible to achieve the proper effect, and sometimes it persists for a very short time. This suggests that in this case, everything is strictly individual.

Today there are a great many different professional methods that allow you to efficiently and permanently straighten curly and naughty ladies' hair. In this case, various devices and specialized expensive compositions are used. Each of the possible methods has its own characteristics and contraindications, which must be taken into account before going to the salon.

The most popular and relevant device used to straighten naughty hair is ironing. His strengths and weaknesses were highlighted earlier. This device is used not only for straightening, but also for twisting strands. However, experienced craftsmen do not get tired of repeating that when choosing such devices you can not save, even if the price is very tempting. This is due to the fact that cheap items are usually equipped with metal plates, which can cause very great damage to the hair.In more modern and expensive versions, there are ceramic plates that slide easier on the hair and do not have such an aggressive effect.

Despite the ease of use, you need to consider that you must use the iron carefully so as not to spoil the appearance and condition of the hair. If you use the device incorrectly, then you can seriously harm the hair, dry it. That is why it is so important to first stock up with heat-protective sprays and balms, which will protect the locks from the negative effects of high temperatures. In addition, it is not recommended to hold the iron in one place on the lock for too long - as a result, this will cause your hair to simply burn or dry very much. To smooth it, just hold the device on the lock for a very short time.

You can also use a special comb, powered by electricity. Thanks to this tool, styling is very quick and easy. It is enough to connect the brush to the electric network, and then comb the strand by strand sequentially. Different models have different levels of heating and temperature conditions, as well as the design of the handle. In operation, these instances are very convenient, but cause less damage to the hair than ironing.

If these tools are not in your arsenal, you should not be upset. You can do with a hairdryer. It can also be used to straighten curls using hot air. This straightening option refers to budget decisions. Use the device in both home and salon conditions. It is recommended to use a special hair dryer with ionization function. Even better, if the device is supplemented with a hub that directs the hot air flow in the right direction.

In a salon, for straightening curly hair, they can offer the use of different highly effective compositions with a different base. Let us consider in more detail what properties they possess and how they differ.

• Bioprotein. The composition of this product is natural, there are no dangerous chemical components that can harm hair. Moreover, this option can have a positive effect on the hair - it can restore damaged curls, without weighing them down. Bioprotein formulations are suitable for ladies with any type of hair. Such funds can be used even by pregnant and lactating ladies.

• Ceramic. An effective method for straightening hair is very popular in our time. It is called so thanks to the material of the plates with which modern irons are equipped. With this method of straightening, hair is necessarily treated with specialized compounds that smooth and restore strands along their entire length. The applied composition must be absorbed to the end. After that, the curls are dried and only then straightened with an iron with ceramic plates.

• Collagenic. Collagen is a liquid component that is a great alternative to keratin. These two compounds have a lot in common. They are designed to heal and straighten curly and naughty strands. As a result of applying the collagen composition, the hair becomes smooth, silky and radiant. There is no formaldehyde in collagen, but the effect of it does not last as long as we would like.

• Molecular. This is a special composition consisting of natural ingredients, which include extracts of various herbs, amino acids, vegetable oils, which allows to achieve maximum smoothing of the strands. In addition, when carrying out such a procedure, the hair heals - there is a gradual recovery. Usually the result lasts up to 6 months. In this case, the hair requires proper and thorough care, which can not be neglected.

• Permanent. This procedure is in many ways similar to perm, but it is performed exactly the opposite - curls are not curled here, but smoothed. Specialized tools affect the structure of the strands, effectively leveling them. Such drugs include sparing ones, and there are more aggressive ones that can harm hair.

• Chemical. In this case, it is very important that the hairdresser uses a high-quality hair treatment product. The level of experience of the master also plays an important role. If you use not the best means and work with them incorrectly, then your hair can be seriously damaged. In addition, even with the right procedure, the locks are often dried out.

• Japanese. With this straightening method, a special alkaline composition is used, which can change the structure of the hair at the molecular level. This option is especially suitable for owners of rough and hard curls. With a quality procedure, the result will be maintained throughout the year.

Often, girls are afraid to resort to using specialized professional compounds for straightening hair. So, ladies often try the effect of special gelatin masks. Such tools are good not only because they make the hair smoother and more obedient, but also give it a unique attractive shine.

Such a mask is made of the following components:

• 2 tbsp. l gelatin;
• 2 tbsp. l balm or hair masks;
• 6 tbsp. l pure water.

For cooking:

• all components are mixed, filled with water (preferably room temperature);
• the components are mixed and sent to settle for 20 minutes;
• during this time you will need to thoroughly wash your hair;
• dissolve the "inflated" gelatin in a water bath and put it into a ready-made mask or balm, stir everything;
• separate the strands, comb them, and then coat the wet selected hair with gelatin (it is recommended to spread it on the strands by hand);
• connect all the locks, iron and straighten them, then carefully lay them on the head like a wreath;
• put on a cap made of polyethylene, and then warm directly through it with a hair dryer;
• leave the hair for another 30 minutes;
• then rinse the composition from the head with warm clean water;
• quickly comb and stretch your hair right away, until it is dry.

You can not use a mask, balm, cream or a special gel. Often, girls use various oils. For this, coconut, olive, peach, castor or burdock is suitable. The compositions can be used individually, but you can mix everything into one effective and inexpensive tool. But you need to consider that before applying oil to the hair, you need to warm up a little, otherwise they will be laid on the hair hard and uncomfortable.

Next, already warmed up oil (or a combination of oils) will need to lubricate the locks, especially in the area of ​​the tips. After that, a comb or comb is taken, which will need to be distributed over the curls. Next, you will need to carefully put on a cap of polyethylene on your head. Leave the oil on the hair under such conditions for about 1 or 2 hours. After this, the hair will need to be thoroughly rinsed (do not expect the oils to be washed off quickly and easily - there will probably be a lot of shampoo).After washing, the curls will need to be carefully combed and pulled out with a comb. In order for the effect to turn out to be of better quality, you can also use a hairdryer at this time.

Hair can also be straightened using beer. To do this, perform the following steps:

• first, the hair will need to be thoroughly washed;
• then take a half-liter of foamy drink and carefully pour hair over it;
• when applying beer, it is advisable to use a scallop;
• do massaging movements, as if rubbing beer into the scalp (you need to do this from the roots to the ends of the hair).

Another home remedy suitable for straightening hair is vinegar. To put it into action, you first need to wash your hair, and then rinse with vinegar, diluted with water. Leave the hair to dry after that. Keep in mind that it is impossible to blow dry locks - they must be dried naturally. Straightening tongs are also not necessary. If initially the hair was very stiff and very curly, then they will not become perfectly smooth and obedient after this procedure. But surely the effect will impress you - the hair will shine beautifully, will be soft and silky.

Even if the hair straightening procedure was performed correctly and by a good master (in case non-traditional methods are used), then hair will still need good care in the future. The strands will need to go through each of the stages of recovery and hydration, otherwise the hairstyle will soon become dull and lifeless. Hair care may vary depending on the specific procedure performed. Consider how to care for hair in the case of keratin straightening.

• Hair after a similar procedure and the like can begin to fall out. Then you will need to remove the excess of applied chemicals with a combination of castor, burdock, coconut and oil from olives. But this tool is suitable only for normal hair.
• Dry strands are best treated with almond or jojoba oil.
• Essential oils will allow previously straightened strands to grow faster.
• You can turn to rinsing the strands with salted water. Chloride will remove excess keratin, so that the hair will soon return to normal.
• After any straightening, it is recommended to wash your hair using high-quality conditioner balms.
• You can turn to the use of special moisturizing masks, sold in any cosmetic store. It is permissible to make a similar composition on your own, using natural ingredients.
• After any type of straightening, it is not recommended to often subject the hair to processing with a hot iron - it can significantly damage the condition of the hair.

Most girls are satisfied with modern professional hair straightening methods. Only the high cost of such funds upsets. Unfortunately, these solutions are not suitable for everyone, it happens that ladies refuse such services, because the hair then begins to fall out very much and looks too dry. It all depends on the initial state of hair and individual tolerance. It is especially frustrating for the ladies that the too frequent call to salon services ends with brittle hair, which can be difficult to deal with later.

The use of ironing or an electric brush suits many girls, since these funds allow you to save time and get a good, though not the most stable result. The only thing that scares fashionistas is that their hair (especially short) deteriorates and weakens from exposure to high temperature.After this, they have to be restored for a long time.

Regarding straightening with natural homemade ingredients, opinions differ here. Someone is pleased with the effectiveness and cheapness of such methods, but to someone they, on the contrary, did not fit and turned out to be completely useless. In addition, the girls are also upset that the effect of such funds does not last long, so they have to be applied again and again, and this may already harm the hair.

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