It’s safe to say that a lioness’s proud mane can be both a blessing and a curse, and it definitely is the latter when it comes to straightening your hair. Don’t be discouraged, though. Sleek, silky smooth hair looks great regardless of its length and what you are wearing, from your best possible attire to a pair of joggers. There’s no need to rob yourself of the opportunity. Just make sure you have a dependable hair straightener for thick hair, and follow the advice below to tame your unruly locks like a pro.
Don’t Skip the Conditioning Part
It’s always best to straighten your hair when it’s squeaky clean. Start by giving yourself a proper hair wash, and remember to apply and then rinse the conditioner as the final step. The temptation to skip it might be huge, especially when working in a rush. However, conditioning makes your hair much more styleable.
Begin at the Drying Stage
Drying is part and parcel of any efficient styling procedure, whether it’s straightening or just the opposite. Here are the most common solutions:
- Towel drying is natural and safe but might take ages on thick hair.
- Blow drying your hair with a round brush can be a great intro to straightening.
- If you happen to have a wet-hair-safe flat iron with holes in the plate, you might want to take advantage of this novel feature and minimize the drying stage. This is still more stress on your locks than on average, though.
Remember to Use Heat Protectants
No matter how many hairs you have on your head or how gorgeously stocky each of them looks, heat isn’t healthy. Show your mane some love by using a suitable heat protectant before you apply high temperature.
Work in Sections
Rushing the process is never a good idea when it comes to styling your hair. This is especially true if there’s a lot of work to do. Divide your hair into sections, each just as big as your straightener can comfortably handle or smaller. Start from the top part of your head and move down. Thus you will prevent running over the same strand again and again, which means a sleeker overall look.
Use a mirror for better control. Probably the most convenient set-up is three mirrors at the same time as they have in fitting rooms, allowing you to see your whole head at once.
Keep Your Motions Smooth
Avoid jerky movements. You should first apply the iron about an inch below the roots and slide it down with a fluid motion. Be prepared to do the same another couple of times if your hair is particularly thick.
Bonus: Treat Your Locks After Straightening
Now that your hair is straight, why not add some healthy sheen? Use a few drops of a shine product to make it look healthier and sleeker. You are welcome to share your favorites in the comments down below.
