The grass is always greener on the other side—or in this case, smoother and shinier. Those with curly locks dream of straight ones, and vice versa. If you’re having a hard time keeping your curls under control, then you need our tips!
The right method
Step 1: Cleanse and condition
The secret of gorgeous, smooth hair? Your shampoo and conditioner. Look for products that smooth your hair and keep frizz under control. Don’t forget to condition; well-conditioned hair will give you the best results. Frizzy hair is often dry, so don’t skimp on the wide variety of rich, creamy conditioners, treatments, and masques available.
Try:
Smooth Down shampoo by Redken
$14.19 in hair salons
Step 2: Get smooth
Once your hair is clean and moisturized, it’s time to apply a few dollops of smoothing cream before blow-drying. These products make styling easier and control humidity, taming even the most unmanageable frizzies while nourishing your mane. Apply cream evenly from root tip.
Try:
Straight and Soft Sleek Styling Cream from
Dove
$5.49 in pharmacies
Step 3: Drying
The heat from your blow dryer smoothes your hair shaft, giving it that silky look that everyone wants. Straightening your hair with a round brush and blow dryer will make the look last longer, and reduce the damage to your hair.
Start with damp hair that you’ve towel-dried. Clip sections of your hair to the top of your head, working section by section, and beginning at the nape of your neck. Roll a section around the brush and dry it, pulling out the brush until the tips. Let your hair cool for a few seconds, then remove the brush. Continue until hair is completely dry.
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my_oasis17
2007-11-21 09:43
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I've always wanted to blow dry my hair instead of straightening it all the time but whenever i try to blow dry..even with using a nozzle blow drier using... [more]
I've always wanted to blow dry my hair instead of straightening it all the time but whenever i try to blow dry..even with using a nozzle blow drier using the round brush and clipping my hair, taking just sections to dry...my hair turns out to look like a 'tumble-weed'...help please! =[ [less]
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Val_The_Gal
2007-10-10 14:08
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Want frizz-free hair? I can tell you 3 steps that will go a LONG way to achieving it (and I used these on my own hair, so I know it works!).
1. Stop... [more]
Want frizz-free hair? I can tell you 3 steps that will go a LONG way to achieving it (and I used these on my own hair, so I know it works!).
1. Stop using a shampoo that has sodium lauryl sulfates in it (this also includes ammonium lauryl sulfates). It fries your hair. If you can't find a shampoo without this ingredient (which, by the way, is pretty much dish soap!!!), then only shampoo your roots. If you shampoo the entire shaft of your hair with this stuff it dries your hair out. Try it! Just rinsing the suds from your scalp will be enough to clean the length of your hair (unless it's really full of product). Then condition your ends.
2. Never brush your hair again - only comb it gently.
3. Try to avoid blow drying your hair.
Another good product to try is Got2Be Smoothed Over. It works great and smells delicious, it makes your hair nice and smooth and sleek. [less]
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caitlin_patricia
2007-10-09 23:53
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I should try this. I haven't, to this day, found a product that really controls my mop. However, I really want to find something that will bring out... [more]
I should try this. I haven't, to this day, found a product that really controls my mop. However, I really want to find something that will bring out my ringlets. Without the frizz!! [less]
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Val_The_Gal
2007-10-10 14:09
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Don't use shampoo on your ringlets! Check out the book "Curly Girls" - it is excellent and it will really help you with your hair. It completely changed...
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Don't use shampoo on your ringlets! Check out the book "Curly Girls" - it is excellent and it will really help you with your hair. It completely changed my hair. I used to hate my hair and fight its natural texture but now I love it. Read this book!! [less]
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Megsicle
2007-10-09 11:46
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I did most of these steps for a dinner I went to, and I have to admit, I have thick, frizzy hair at times...and my hair turned out soooo beautiful! it's... [more]
I did most of these steps for a dinner I went to, and I have to admit, I have thick, frizzy hair at times...and my hair turned out soooo beautiful! it's was so smooth and shiney, everyone commented on my hair. [less]
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