What should I put on my hair before flat ironing?

Before you flat iron your hair, apply a heat protectant gel or serum. This is your best bet for protecting your hair from heat damage. Implementing this step while your hair is still wet allows you to apply the serum evenly without creating clumps. Use a comb to brush to work the gel through your damp hair evenly.

Why is my hair frizzy when I straighten it?

After straightening your entire head of hair, all you need to do is put on the finishing touches. This means you can add a finishing serum or oil to your hair. From this point, touching the hair or brushing it over and over can lead to frizz and flyaways.

Why does my hair not stay straight after I straighten it?

Hair that’s dried out and brittle before you even start with the straightener is the culprit behind frazzled hair that won’t lie flat. “Take a paddle brush to comb the conditioner through,” suggests stylist Sarah Potempa (who’s worked with Lea Michele), “then rinse your hair gently.

Why won’t my hair stay straight after I straighten it?

Should I put oil in my hair after straightening?

Oil: A common misconception holds that one should not oil chemically straightened hair. The fact is that you should only avoid oil for the first week post the treatment while the chemical takes full effect. After that, oil proves to be one of the best natural moisturisers for your hair.

Do you flat iron wet or dry hair?

You use your flatiron on damp hair. Never. This is a hard-and-fast rule. If you’re looking to straighten your hair, you should rough dry it with a blowdryer 100 percent first.

Why is my hair stiff after flat ironing?

The Mistake: You’re not flat ironing clean hair. The Fix: The best time to flat iron hair is when it’s freshly shampooed, conditioned and dried. Otherwise, you run the risk of pressing dirt and hair styling products into your strands, which will make it feel stiff and look dull.

Can you use hair oil before straightening?

No, do not use any oil before straightening. Dry your hair completely with a blow dryer before using a straightener.