Do These 3 Things Before Straightening Your Natural Hair

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if you want to straighten your natural hair... there are a few precautions you should take to ensure your curls, kinks or coils stay intact! read on for my tips...

deep condition

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heat styling on dirty hair is not advised, so please make sure hair is clean. follow up with a good deep conditioner to infuse hair with moisture to help fight potential damage.

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Alikay Naturals Shea Yogurt Hair Moisturizer

Living Proof Restore Repair Hair Mask

Living Proof Restore Repair Leave-In

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use a heat protectant

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a good heat protectant will go a step further to keep heat damage at bay. the moisture + protectant will help your hair withstand the heat for good results without the risk.

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Mielle Organics Mongongo Oil Thermal & Heat Protectant Spray

Imbue Curl Defending Heat Protection Mist

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Living Proof Restore Restore Smooth Blowout Concentrate

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keep heat settings down

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no need to set your tools SUPER high to get results. blow dry on a low or medium setting to prep hair for the significantly hotter flat iron.

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Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer

Gold N Hot Professional Ceramic Flat Iron, 1 inch

Remington Pro Hair Dryer with Pearl Ceramic Technology

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