Straighten wavy, chemically treated hair with a flatiron on a low setting.
Straightening your hair can be a challenge, especially when you're working with a curly or wavy texture. A wave nouveau is a chemical treatment that leaves soft waves in your hair, giving straight hair texture or loosening tight curls. While it is possible to straighten hair that has been given a wave nouveau with heat styling tools, the effect is temporary and your hair will return to its wavy state the next time you wash it. The key to straightening chemically treated hair is to avoid damaging your hair.
Instructions
1. Use a flatiron that has multiple temperature settings rather than a single setting or "low" and "high" settings. Choose an iron with ceramic plates and set the temperature to less than 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Apply heat-protectant spray to your dry hair, according to the directions on the product. This spray will coat your hair and reduce heat damage.
3. Grab a 1-inch to 2-inch section of your hair. Clamp the flatiron tightly around the section, starting at the roots.
4. Slide the flatiron down the section of your hair toward the ends. Lighten your grip as you reach the ends. Clamping the ends too tightly can cause damage.
5. Repeat the process until you've flat-ironed all your hair. Work quickly, applying heat for no more than four seconds per section.
6. Style your hair using your fingers or a wide-toothed comb.
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