Broken, brittle and dry hair were just some of the side effects of the early hair straighteners. This could be the reason why in the’80s it was all about crimped hair, as this was less harmful. Straighteners didn’t come on the scene until the technology was good enough, in the’90s, and girls wouldn’t get burnt scalps after using their Mothers ironing board and iron to achieve the straight look.
The lack of technology in hair straighteners meant that hair would have to be ironed constantly for many minutes before it reached the desired style. The outcome of this must have been worth it right? No, unfortunately not. Dry, brittle and unmanageable hair was the long term effects and not the shiny, styled hair that was required.
Nowadays, technology has moved on. Hair straighteners now possess the technology that supposedly styles hair without the heat damage, but this comes with a hefty price tag.
This technology is ceramic heating elements, which are a lot more effective than any other irons as it reaches high temperatures very quickly. High temperatures mean the hydrogen bonds in the hair will be broken quicker (the bond that makes the hair curly), and the quicker the desired hair style will be obtained. Many hair straighteners brands say they use ionic and infra red technology which claims to seal in the moisture and natural oils of the hair. Therefore, being good for your hair.
Although the technology suggests that straighteners are now quite safe to use on hair, it does depend greatly on your own hair type. People with very thick, wavy hair will need more time to style it, therefore increasing the risk of damage. It is suggested that straighteners should be used only every couple of days at maximum. That way your will be minimizing the long term affects that heat will do to your hair.
If you simple have to use straighteners everyday, then many companies have started selling heat protection sprays, that claims to add a protective layer to your hair and reduce the risk of damage. There is no proof to suggest these sprays work and will come down to your own personal preferences on whether they are value for money or a waste of money.
Hair being damaged? Follow the tips below.
Invest in a good pair of straighteners. Yes they can be expensive, but the cheaper ones will leave your hair less than desirable. Make sure they are ceramic and use the Internet to read reviews.
Only use your hair straighteners on special occasions
Try different heat protection sprays.
If you follow the industries tips above, you should have no problems in keeping the styled hair your require nice and healthy.
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