subject: Different Heat Settings For Different Types Of Hair [print this page] A Flat iron is a useful but dangerous tool if not used properly without setting the correct heat according to the hair type. There are different types of hair, thick, fine, coarse, long, short, sensitive, fragile, and damaged. Thus, they require different heat requirement too, or else they have a greater chance of being burned and fried. So, ensure that you have chosen the right temperature for your hair that offers safe and efficient hair styling.
With a simple step, you can find the heat of the device. You should first test the temperature of your hair iron. After turning on the power, take a piece of tissue paper, moisten it and then press it against the heating plates of your flat iron for a couple of seconds. If you see a small amount of steam, it is normal. But if you find that smoke arises or the tissue paper discolors, then it means that the iron is too hot and can burn your hair. So, you can adjust the temperature to the lower level for safe application. In order to adjust the temperature to the level suited to your hair, you should purchase a flat iron that offers a multiple or variable heat setting feature. Modern, professional flat irons come with adjustable heat settings so that you can easily adjust the temperature for the safety of your hair.
The digital flat irons available today comes with a heat indication display that will help you to set the temperature to that level every time you use the iron for styling. If you have a thick, curly and coarse hair, high temperature is needed to tame your hair and if you have a fine, sensitive and fragile hair that cannot withstand much heat, you should style your hair with a low temperature of about 180 C. This will also prevent your hair from over drying. If your hair is healthy enough to withstand the heat of the device, a heat ranging from 190- 210 C can be used. Using a high quality heating plate such as ceramic or tourmaline is also essential as these materials can safeguard your hair with the negative ion technology that reduce the effect of heat on the hair.
