Don’ts:
- Abstain from oils and butters prior to blow drying and flat ironing, as the heat can cause oils and butters to fry your hair—especially when flat ironing.
- Refrain from using heat over 450 degrees Fahrenheit…ALWAYS! Hair burns at 451 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Avoid passing the flat iron over each section more than once.
- Do not flat iron your hair every day.
- To keep hair from frizzing or reverting, stay away from water-based moisturizers and steam at this time. We don’t want that hard work to be in vain.
- Do not forget to use a protein treatment once your flat ironed ‘do is done. Your hair will need to be reconstructed.
- You will need to stock up on moisture. Do not neglect to deep condition and treat your mane to more hydration therapy after washing away your straight style.
- Dodge styles that cause stress to the hair due to over manipulation or tension. It is important to choose styles that allow your tresses to just be, so avoid tight and high maintenance styles.
This article is based on my personal experience and research. Heat tolerance is very subjective, and varies greatly or slightly from person to person. Always do what is best for you.
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