Permanent hair straightening is one of the easiest ways to change the appearance of your hair. One of the benefits to straightening is maintenance. Straightened hair is much easier to manage, looks cleaner, and is easier to untangle.
There are many ways to straighten your hair temporarily, including blow-drying and using a flat iron. Unfortunately, these techniques don't last very long and most only last until the next time you wash it. There are a few things to consider before you decide on permanent straightening. First, there are special shampoos and conditioners you'll need to use to keep your hair straight. Second, you'll need to be careful to not let it become damaged from the sun, dust and pollution.
So, how do you straighten permanently?
You'll want to begin with clean hair and there are various pretreatment shampoos available for hair straightening.
You may want to apply a petroleum cream to your scalp to prevent any chemicals from reaching your skin.
The relaxer is added to the hair. Once the relaxer has been given the proper amount of time to work its magic, thoroughly rinse with warm water.
A neutralizer is then applied. Neutralizers restore your hair's PH levels, oxidizes, and releases the protein bonds in your hair.
Finally, a conditioner is applied to help restore oils and health to your hair.
After you've rinsed the conditioner, you'll want to blow dry your hair. Once it is completely dry, use a quality ceramic flat iron to straighten your hair. It's important to leave the hair untouched for a couple days and not shampoo or condition the hair.
Chemically straightened hair is dry and brittle, so it's important to use quality products that cater to your new hair. Deep condition every couple days to ensure that it regains moisture. Proper maintenance will keep it from becoming damage or breaking.
