Like a string: hair straightening

Hair straightening is one of the most sought-after hairdressing services, but it is easy to get confused in the numerous techniques and tricky names of procedures. You have to spend a lot of time looking for reliable information. To make it easier for you, we have collected in one article information about all kinds of hair straightening methods in the salon and at home.

Types of professional hair straightening for a long time in the salon

When hair straightening services appeared in the assortment of salon procedures, the girls, who were forced to stretch waves and curls daily at home, finally breathed freely. Indeed, it is worth spending a few hours in the salon to enjoy straight and smooth as silk hair for a long time.

Consider the most popular techniques and types of hair straightening in the salon.

Keratin straightening

Keratin hair straightening will help to tame even the most violent curls for a long time. Perhaps this is the most effective salon method for straightening hair for a long time. True, the duration of the result depends on the type of keratin straightening:

  • straightening with vegetable keratin promises results for 2-3 months;

  • preparations with goat keratin straighten hair for three, maximum five months;

  • if formalin is added to the composition, straightening can last more than six months.

The most sparing procedure, but also with a less lasting effect (2-3 months) is American keratin straightening. The result of a more aggressive Brazilian keratin straightening lasts longer (up to 6 months).

The meaning of the procedure is to seal the keratin in the strands with the help of an iron, with simultaneous stretching. The keratin composition stretches the disulfide bonds in the hair fiber, smoothing its structure. As a result, the hair becomes straight, smooth, shiny and retains these qualities regardless of weather conditions (including high humidity). The procedure is suitable not only for long hair, but also for curls of medium length.

Of course, a good result can only be guaranteed by a competent procedure in compliance with the technology – and it is very difficult.

Keratin straightening has many undoubted advantages, but there are also disadvantages:

  • takes a lot of time;

  • if the preparation contains formalin, then the session is accompanied by a pungent odor;

  • the structure of the hair is broken.

Nanoplastics

This is the name of the hair straightening procedure, which is considered quite mild, since the preparations used contain ingredients of natural origin: amino acids, oils, plant extracts. Nanoplasty is also called a caring procedure. Its essence lies again in sealing the composition in the hair with a hot iron. The result is stored for three to five months. Nanoplasty is not recommended for owners of very damaged hair. It should also be noted that the procedure brightens the color of dyed hair by one tone. Read more about nanoplastics in this article.

Bio-straightening

This procedure is different in that the hair is pulled out in a “cold” way, that is, without the use of an iron. Instead, a comb works. Hair straightening occurs due to the active component of cysteine, which affects disulfide bonds. The preparation also includes caring components: silk proteins, wheat, various amino acids. The composition is aged on the hair for 20-30 minutes, and all this time the strands must be continuously combed slowly. It is believed that with this straightening, the hair is less damaged. The result is stored up to three months. Even short hair can be straightened in this way.

How to straighten your hair at home

How to straighten your hair no worse than in the salon? The key to successful hair straightening is the presence of two factors – heat and traction, which is quite achievable at home. We tell you what and how best to straighten your hair yourself.

Iron

The strands are placed between the hot plates of the tongs and are pulled from top to bottom. Let’s note some important points.

  1. The iron should not be used on wet hair, they must first be dried with a hairdryer.

  2. The heating temperature is selected according to your hair: for thin and damaged hair, it can be small, for coarse and very curly hair – the maximum.

  3. Do not grab strands that are too thick, otherwise the styling will be of poor quality, but do not shrink, otherwise you will damage your hair.

  4. Thermal protection must be applied to damp hair before drying.

  5. The most effective iron with a ceramic coating.

Plaice

A curling iron can also be used to straighten hair, but you only need to choose a wide-diameter curling iron with a tongue that clamps the strand. The straightening method is similar to the previous one.

Hairdryer

Using a hair dryer and a comb (and even better a brush – a round brush), you can combine hair straightening and drying. The brush should be placed under the strand close to the roots, and the hair dryer nozzle should be placed on top so that it touches the bristles of the brush. Make rotational movements of the brush away from you, while treating the strand with a hair dryer.

The best cosmetics for hair straightening

To keep your hair smooth, not fluffy and shiny, choose care products with oils and proteins – they will smooth the cuticle scales and even out the surface. Expert Evgeny Sedoy recommends paying attention to the lines addressed to curly and curly hair.

But the main products for home hair straightening, according to the editors of Healthy-Food, are leave-in care and oils with a thermal protection function – they will help to make and keep hair perfectly straight. However, of course, it is impossible to count on the same long-term and pronounced result as in the salon.

Balms

The balm is designed to close the scales of the hair cuticle after using the shampoo, but often it also has additional functions – nutrition, smoothing, adding shine.

Firming conditioner Fructis “Triple Recovery”, Garnier

An excellent combination of nourishing avocado, shea, olive oils plus triglycerides – for nourishing and silky hair.

Balm for hair lacking shine, “Luxury 6 oils. Glossy Glitter, L’Oréal Paris

Oils and rose extract will help make hair smooth and shiny.

Masks

Masks are products of intensive hair care and a source of nourishing, moisturizing and regenerating components, which are so necessary for smooth hair.

Hair mask Fructis, Superfood “Macadamia. Smoothing” for dry and unruly hair, Garnier

Macadamia, almond, jojoba oils will help overcome dryness and smooth hair along the entire length, shine is included. By the way, all the masks in this series can be used as a conditioner and leave-in conditioner!

Botanic Therapy Coconut Milk & Macadamia Nourishing & Softness 3-in-1 Mask, Garnier

The texture of the mask resembles a nourishing cream, it can be used both as a mask and as a leave-in treatment. In any of these cases, the hair will be satisfied.

Express mask with a complex of prokeratin, reconstructing the surface of the hair, Dercos Kera-Solutions, Vichy

The mask will “patch” microdamages on the surface of the hair, which will make them stronger and smoother.

Leave-in care and oils

The leave-in treatment will help you style your hair the way you want and keep it smooth throughout the day. The thermal protection function is highly desirable, because the hair will be exposed to heat. Our review is here to help you.

Cream-care “Length of a dream. No scissors» Elseve leave-in, for long damaged hair, L’Oréal Paris

This care contains keratin, castor oil, and moisturizing panthenol, as well as protection against damage during hot styling – up to 180 degrees.

Botanic Therapy “Royal Jelly and Propolis” Revitalizing Cream-Oil, Garnier

This cream will protect hair from the possible consequences of overheating (protects up to 230 degrees), strengthens, smoothes.

Complex leave-in cream “SOS Rescuer hair 10-in-1” Fructis, Garnier

This is not only a lifesaver, but also a protector of hair, in particular – from thermal exposure, even in the 230-degree mode.

Smoothing Leave-In Concentrate Smoothing Oil-Infused Leave-In Concentrate, Kiehl’s

This tool does not have a thermal protection function, but it perfectly smoothes and pacifies the strands. When saturated with oils, it has a light texture. Apply it to both wet and dry hair. It contains babassu tree oil and argan oil.

Luxury 6 Oils Express Conditioner, Double Hair Elixir, L’Oréal Paris

The light formula with oils will add shine to hair, facilitate combing and at the same time create a weightless protective barrier.

Summary results

What methods of hair straightening in the salon are there?

There are several treatments for long-term hair straightening. The basic principle of the technology is to change the structure of the strands by weakening the disulfide bonds, which allows you to straighten the hair, and at the same time saturating it with caring components to consolidate the result. Which professional hair straightening is better is determined individually. You can learn more about hair straightening procedures and what they are called in this chapter.

Is it possible to straighten hair at home, like in a salon?

Where to do the straightening – at home or in the salon, you decide. If we are talking about daily styling with the help of tools and styling products, then at home you can achieve salon results. As for the use of professional preparations and long-term hair straightening (for several months), it is better not to engage in amateur activities, but to find a good master. Learn how to straighten your hair on your own here.

What cosmetics will help make hair smoother and more even?

Products containing oils and structural components contribute to the smoothness of the hair. Choose cosmetics addressed to porous and curly hair. You will find examples of suitable products in our overview.

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