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Straightening Wet Hair
Super smooth, straight hair is always in fashion, but it's important to know how to achieve the look while keeping your hair healthy.
TL;DR
- Straightening wet hair causes significant heat damage, affecting all hair types.
- The heat from a flat iron turns water in wet hair into steam, causing breakage and cuticle damage.
- Consequences of straightening wet hair include frizz, split ends, and potential changes in hair color.
- Hair is weakest when wet, and heat styling can lead to loss of elasticity and increased breakage.
- Hair will not fully straighten if styled while wet.
- Always ensure hair is completely dry before straightening, using air drying or a blow dryer.
- Heat protectant spray is crucial when using heat styling tools.
- Recommended steps for straightening include separating dry hair into small sections, styling from root to tip, adjusting temperature based on hair type, and using a comb.