My lil sister has thick wavy hair is there a way to keep that straitened? (Straining iron we tried )?

Question

We have tried straightening iron her hair was straight but thick.

Answer 1

get her to get it cut and thinned out. texturing is a technique used to thin out hair and create layers.

also try using serums or products made for use with flat irons to help maximize straightness.

theres one by paul mitchell and I think it's called Super Skinny Serum. try that or other products.

Answer 2

I have hair from hell! But you would never know it thanks to a Japanese straightening or Thermal Reconditioning. It leaves it Pocahontas Straight! Even after I get out of the shower or have been in a pool or the beach all day.

The "bad" news is that it is a relatively new treatment in the US and some small towns will not hear about it for another 10 years or so. It is super popular in Major cities though, and tends to be a bit expensive.
I go to NY and pay close to $300 every 6 months to get it done- but it is worth every buck! (don't believe that it will cost in the more than $500- though some people might want to charge that)
and it takes a few hours.

http://www.hairfinder.com/hairquestions/thermal_restructuring.htm

If that seems too extreme, as a temporary solution, try the Redken line of products, particularly the ALL SOFT- it works wonders! and can be found in any salon.
http://www.redken.com/products/index.cfm?action=showBrand&bt=1&b=266

Hope this helps.

Answer 3

I have thick, wavy hair and have given up on trying to straighten it. Why? Because then it just looks like a thick, straight mass - very boring - and it takes a lot of effort (blow drying, wax/oil/gel, etc.). Or you have to pay a lot for a perm.

Recently, I went to the hairdresser and she put in some layers to add interest and remove some weight.

I accentuate the waviness now by pinning my towel-dried hair into little "whirls" on my head and then after it dries I quickly work in a light wax to hold the waves and curls. It looks very natural and feminine.

Unless you've got LOADS of money and time it's better to work with your hair than against it!

Answer 4

The interior of the bulk hair should carefully removed by a professional that know what he/she is doing. One of the most advanced straighting systems is available thru Faruok (chi) products...example: Silk Infusion, Repair and Shine, and then the ulitmate flat iron put out by Farouk systems the Iron called "CHI"ceramic heating iron. Using this system your hair w/oils (products) will remain straight and will not revert back to it's natural state until washed.It will not burn, dry, or break you hair.

Answer 5

Try the CHI Iron and its associated products, I also would advise getting a mild relaxer like a PCJ perm. But I love the CHI iron. In addition try to find a stylist in your area that specializes in this kind of hair.

Answer 6

Did you try a really good flat iron(like one that cost you $150-$200)...it makes a major difference! I have thick wavy hair and mine straightens it very easily....also why the hell do you care about your sisters hair??

Answer 7

Everybody wants wavy thick hair...I think its better for her to get it styled and she will look drop dead gorgeous...
Why would you even want to straighten wavy hair....feature the waviness instead.

You can get serum which is an oily slime, that will take some of the wave out...but think about getting a hairdresser to shape it into something stunning instead...

Answer 8

If keeping it straight is what she wants then she can get a perm.

There are 2 types of perms, one that put curls in and one that take curls out. The second would be the one that you will need.

I would suggest you take her to a hair salon for a consultation, most consultations are free. Ask for suggestions, treatments and such.....

Answer 9

At some special salons, they have this "permanent hair straightener" thing that keeps your hair straight for about half a year. It works really good, almost everyone in my family has it!

Answer 10

My little sisters hair was really spongy when she was younger about two years ago we got her a perm and now it is very easy to manage and it is very long with plus with good hair you don't have to perm it very often like every 6 months or something around there but yeah maybe you should get a perm!

Answer 11

Try a relaxer (or perm). A good brand for beginners is "Just For Me". You can find it at Sally's Beauty Supply or in the african american hair section at walmart and probably some other places too.