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How To Use Flat Irons In A Safe Way

Do you know the fact that repeated usage of flat irons on hair could damage your hair? One immediate drawback is that your hair tends to get dry. In some cases, the hair may also develop split ends and in some cases, the hair may get damaged at the root itself.
This is why it is important to know about flat iron dos and don'ts.

From choosing the heat settings to the ideal range to following certain precautions, there are certain things to be done if at all, you have incorporated those flat irons into your lifestyle.

Today's latest products have the capacities to reach extremely high temperatures. So, choosing one wisely and using it carefully counts a lot when it comes to dealing with your hair.

How To Use Flat Irons In A Safe Way

Simple Natural Beauty Tips

Though some people say that these hair gadgets totally damage your hair, at the end of the day, it all depends upon how carefully you use it when it comes to minimising the damage.

How To Use Flat Irons In A Safe Way

Touch Each Section Once
When you are using a flat iron on your hair, ensure that you don't run it twice on the same area. Doing this may damage the hair. So, choose each area of your hair and pass the iron in one single stroke and move on to another area and repeat the process carefully. This way, you can avoid damaging your hair.

Heat Protectant
If you have the habit of using a flat iron on straight hair on a regular basis, try to use a heat-protectant. This will minimise the damage that is generally caused by using irons on hair. In fact, it is good to condition your hair before a styling session.

Dry Hair
It is very important to ensure that your hair is totally dry when you use an iron on it. Using the iron on wet hair is not at all recommended even if your product is designed to work on wet hair. Hair tends to be weak when it is wet.

Heat Settings
It is advisable to set the heat settings to low temperature and increase them only if you require more heat. Setting it high in the first go could be damaging to your hair. Remember that the heating process is not important. The shape of your hair after it cools down is more important. Use the required balm.

Story first published: Friday, March 20, 2015, 11:15 [IST]
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