i hate relaxing my hair..so i was wondering if you can straighten it with ceramic
does it hurt when you straighten your hair
2006-11-17 04:00:58 · 17 answers · asked by :/ 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Hair
thank you for all your help
2006-11-17 04:36:22 · update #1
Yes, you can straighten natural hair with ceramic irons, but you may wanna get the hang of using a flat iron before spending hundreds of $$ on a ceramic. You can get great results just using a cheap ceramic-coated flat-iron that by Conair(paid about $20 for it at Wal-mart). My stylist uses the CHI brand flat-iron and its accompanying styling products. Here is my weekly hair wash/straighten routine:
1. Comb hair to remove tangles and separate into several ponytails (about 6 works for me).
2. Shampoo/rinse each ponytail individually, while finger-combing to prevent tangles.
3. Condition with a moisturizing conditioner and rinse.
4. Comb and apply a water-based moisturizer. I also like to use John Frieda's Frizz Ease Serum to seal the moisture and prevent frizziness.
5. Dry...I don't like blow drying b/c I get puffy hair and split ends, so I allow mine to dry in the small ponytails. If you choose this method, the roots of your hair will dry straighter from the tightness of the elastic bands/ponytail holder.
6. Apply a thermal protectant(Frizz Ease works for this!) and flat-iron each ponytail indivually. Part and comb out small sections less than 1 inch wide...Be sure to pull the hair taut-it allows you to get close to the roots without burning the scalp. IF YOU BURN YOUR SCALP, IT WILL HURT!! Otherwise, no, straightening your hair does not hurt...it's just a little time consuming. I developed my routine based on things I found at this website: www.blackhairmedia.com Just click on the forum link at the left and you'll find a wealth of info on both relaxed and natural hair care. By the way, my hair is relaxed, about mid-back length, but I have 2 inches of unrelaxed roots so I get better results with the wide plates, if your hair is shorter/thinner, you may like the 1/2 inch plates..Walmart sells a ceramic-coated one in this size for under $20 also...good luck! I would love to know how it worked for you :)
2006-11-17 04:39:16 · answer #1 · answered by caramel_luv_99 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ceramic is a good start for choosing the right straightener. I would definitely recommend the Chi. You can find it at almost any retail store now...one being Bed Bath & Beyond.
As for the health of your hair, all heat/styling products will damage your hair to some extent-but nothing that you will really notice. It's much safer on your hair than a relaxer. The Chi works so well and it will make your hair perfectly straight. It heats up so fast, probably in about 30 seconds, and it's ready to use. It's a little pricey-about $100-$130. But you will never have to buy another straightener again. And say good-bye to relaxers. It doesn't hurt at all! If you are nervous about using it or don't think you are doing it right...bring it with you next time you get a haircut or styling from your hairdresser and ask them to show you how to use it.
2006-11-17 04:18:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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Can you use ceramic straighteners for Afro hair if yes which straighteners do you recommend?
i hate relaxing my hair..so i was wondering if you can straighten it with ceramic
does it hurt when you straighten your hair
2015-08-20 05:48:05 · answer #3 · answered by Sharleen 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course you can use a ceramic straightener for black hair.
I can't recommend one, but basically anyone.
oh...wait a minute try chi flat iron
And why whould it hurt to straighten your hair. Hair is dead. just make sure you don't burn your hair by leaving the flat iron on your hair to long.
I would think you can only burn yourself if you have the flat iron to close to you head if you want to straighten out your edges
But if I was you since you have never did you own hair you should go to a salon (an african american one) they will help you
2006-11-17 04:08:41 · answer #4 · answered by just_sexy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can straighten hair w/a ceramic straightener for Afro hair... And No, it doesnt hurt... It will hurt if you pull in it to hard, but not really...
but first try to blow dry you hair then use the straightener
2006-11-17 04:07:16 · answer #5 · answered by maria * 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a ceramic iron that I got from Wal-Mart. My hair isn't afro but if you condition and blow dry it, you should be able to straighten it.
2006-11-17 04:13:41 · answer #6 · answered by lady_che21 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about ceramic, but I have used a hot comb (remember). It does not hurt. I had my hair straightened by my beautician. You can try that too.
2006-11-17 04:06:02 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! Corioliss flat iron is the best ceramic straightener that I have purchased. It is a bit more expensive than the other brands, but well worth the money. Most malls have the kiosk that sells them.
2016-03-16 23:53:22 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have no idea how the ceramic straighteners would work on afro hair, but I would think it would be ok..
If you want to minimize any damage to your hair perhaps you want to use just a regular blow dryer?
2006-11-17 04:05:06 · answer #9 · answered by Tammy R 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes i would recommend a ceramic straightener because it does a better job compared to plain metal ones and is less harmful to the hair. i would recommend a thin one (like vidal sasson) so that it can get the roots straight and the ends straight. if you get a thicker one it doesn't really reach the root part well.
2006-11-17 04:05:16 · answer #10 · answered by painintheneck 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋