iam half black half white and i hate my hair. its really curly and notty and puffy.?

Question

do any straighteners work good?

Answer 1

Get a chi iron or go to http://www.mixedchicks.net/index.html I use there leave in conditioner and my curls are very pretty, but I am not mixed.

Answer 2

I have the same problem my mom is black and my dad is white, and i puffy hair. I use a relaxer in my hair but since your mixed you should use a mild one. You have to be carefull with it though so its best to get it done by a hairdresser for the first time. Or if you want to do it by your self here are some directions http://www.hairboutique.com/tips/tip086.htm or theres:

Japanese hair straightening
The process for Japanese hair straightening goes as follows:

The stylist assesses the hair type and condition.
The hair is washed.
If necessary, protein is applied to the hair. There is a small extra charge for this procedure, but it is possible for the customer to end up with less than satisfactory results if the protein is not applied.
Solution #1, which breaks the hair's disulfide bonds, is applied.
The stylist rinses the first solution out of the hair when he or she deems it necessary.
The hair is partially blow dried.
The hair is ironed in small sections with a thermal straight iron.
A second solution, which reforms the broken disulfide bonds, is applied.
Hair is rinsed and conditioned.
Hair is blow dried once more.
The procedure is not particularly effective for tightly curled hair or hair that has already undergone serious chemical treatments. As with any chemical procedure, an experienced technician is essential.

The treatment will also make the hair healthier and shinier. Humidity will not affect the hair as before because the porosity of the hair is changed (hence the smoother feel).

Answer 3

I'm also Bi-Racial (Half African American and Half Caucasian) with curly, full hair that tangles easily. But, since there are various hair textures that a Bi-Racial person can have, I'd suggest consulting with a stylist who specializes in curly hair.

That way you'll know whether or not you need a relaxer. I was told that I needed one in my teens, but came to find out that my hair could get straight without the chemicals.

You may find that a heat process (air wave, press and style) will work great. But, once your hair gets wet it will always return back to a semi-curly or wavy state.

There's also a Japanese hair straightening process that may work for you. Or, you could find some products and techniques to manage your curls.

Braids could also be an option for you.

Answer 4

I use the flatiron called the Corioliss. It's the greatest thing I have ever used. I'm half black and half puerto rican so my hair is naturly curly also. After I was it I put some optimum oil in it which makes it shiny and also some doo gro oil which keeps it healthy. Then I blow dry it and straighten it. I love the corioliss, yes it was a little expensive($150) but it's worth it. LOL.

Answer 5

there is a new system of straightening that I just discussed with my stylist yesterday. (I have curly hair too). It has the word thermal in it. I believe it uses a chemical relaxer in conjunction with a heated straightener and it costs a lot of money. A friend of mine had it done for $450 and I'm sure in bigger cities it is more expensive. My stylist quoted $350. HOWEVER. IT WORKS! you will wake up every day to fine, poker straight, Marsha Brady Hair which is just blowing my mind. And you have to wait until it grows out about 4 inches (average 8 months) to have it redone, so say you spend that money once a year, I'd say it's a good investment. perhaps with really curly hair like yours, you could get the 'roots done' with a regular relaxer. ANOTHER IMPORTANT TIP FOR YOU - see a stylist who specializes in hair types like yours, ie: black hair, they will have a lot more experience.
cheerio! good luck!

Answer 6

You could try Chemically straightening your hair.
Straighteners can produce MORE damage and puffiness if you don't condition/protect your hair properly.
You could try to work with your natural hair type and use products to smooth and define your curls.

Answer 7

I have the same problem, I'm also hafl black and half white so I know what you mean. I put gell activator and detangler in my hair after I wash and it stays perfect all day and IT LOOKS GOOD.

Answer 8

My friend is half black and half white. She gets some kind of chemical put in her hair on a bi-weekly basis and then uses a flat-iron on top of THAT!

Answer 9

before you try a straightner, try shampoo for naturally curly hair, and conditions you leave in, a good conditions for straighter hair is tresme, and hair serum by frizz ease and try blow drying straight

Answer 10

sorry to say it no they don't. They work for a short time then back to the curls.