How To Get Smooth Hair?

As you fight tangles and try to control frizz, regular brushing and using a billion different no-rinse serums don’t always seem like enough. Having straight hair can only seem likely in dreams. However, it is not impossible to achieve smooth hair without tangles and frizz.

Ways to smooth hair

There are two ways to straighten the hair: chemical straightening and normal styling.

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Chemical Smoothing:

This method uses chemicals such as formaldehyde, bases, etc. to treat your hair. It is a permanent treatment that lasts at least 12-15 weeks. You will have to do it every few months to keep your hair looking smooth.

Natural Smoothing

This method uses general styling tips to smooth the hair. It is temporary but very effective. It does not change the texture of the hair like chemical straightening. With the right care and treatment, you can get smooth, healthy hair.

How to get naturally straight hair

Rinse with cold water

Rinsing your hair with cold water will remove frizz and straighten your hair. After washing and conditioning your hair, rinse it several times with cold water. Pat your hair dries rather than vigorously blow-drying or scrubbing it. You can also use a conditioner to smooth or control frizz before rinsing your hair. Coldwater locks in the anti-frizz in the conditioner and keeps your hair soft.

Hot Oil Treatment

The weekly hot oil massage not only keeps hair healthy and soft; it also helps reduce stress. Coconut, olives, sweet almonds, jojoba, casters, lavender, rosemary massage your hair with any of the mentioned oil. Better results can be obtained when using these oils in combination.

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Procedure

Massage the scalp with oil and apply it to your hair. After massaging the scalp, wrap your head in a warm towel. This creates an environment where oil can penetrate to the maximum.

Leave it on for 20 minutes and rinse off the oil with shampoo.

Use shampoo for your hair type

Shampoo cleanses the scalp and makes hair smooth and soft. However, you should always use a shampoo that is suitable for hair.

Argan oil is a new and widely used component in hair care. Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo contains natural Moroccan argan oil that penetrates the roots of the hair to soften them. It also maintenances damaged strands and strengthens hair. It does not contain chemicals such as sulfates and parabens and is safe to use on colored hair. It is especially effective in preventing heat damage caused by styling and UV radiation. By restoring moisture, hair becomes soft, silky, and shiny. The antioxidants and vitamin E found in argan oil improve texture by nourishing the hair.

2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner

Head & Shoulders Smooth and Silky Anti-dandruff 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner is a combined shampoo and conditioner in a bottle with anti-dandruff properties. Eliminates frizz and restores hydration to the hair, leaving it softer. The main ingredient of the product, zinc pyrithione, is an active anti-fungal agent. The results are therefore dandruff-free scalp and hair and frizz control. It is suitable for all hair types.

Another safe idea for cleaning your hair is to use natural ingredients.

Make your natural shampoo by cooking dried Indian gooseberry (amla), shikakai, and reetha.

Let it boil till you get a soapy solution.

For shiny and smooth hair, wash your hair at least twice a week

Banana

Banana is high in carbohydrates, vitamins, natural oils, and potassium. It has antioxidant potential that benefits fight free radicals. Using banana in a hair pack will nourish and moisturize your hair. It reduces frizz and, with regular use, soothes irritated scalp. The benefits of the banana can be enhanced by adding yogurt, which is also an excellent hair moisturizer.

Procedure

Crush a ripe banana and add two teaspoons of yogurt to it.

Grind it to get a smooth paste so that no chunks of the banana remain.

Apply this all over the hair. Rinse off after 45 min with a shampoo.

Rinse the vinegar

We can use Apple cider vinegar has a conditioner. Our hair has a pH of 5.5, but the shampoos and conditioners we use are highly alkaline. There is no scientific evidence, but isolated evidence suggests that apple cider vinegar helps maintain the pH balance of the scalp and removes debris from the overuse of the product. Rinse your hair with vinegar and the cuticle will close, leaving you with soft, and shiny hair.

Procedure

Dilute cider vinegar with water. Use as a final rinse after wash your hair.

The best straight hair shampoos available in the Indian market are:

Organic Herbal Essences – Renew Argan Oil in Moroccan Shampoo.

Gentle Haircut

Be careful when brushing. Too much combing or brushing causes friction, which creates frizz. Keep your hair to a minimum and never put it on wet hair. Wet hair breaks down faster. A good styling program involves detangling your hair with a wide-toothed wooden comb before showering, then combing it once or twice a day to style and remove tangles.

Right conditioning

The right conditioning treatment can work wonders for your hair, leaving it soft and silky smooth. Make sure to deep condition your hair at least once a week. Leaving a little conditioner on your hair can make it look slick. This is completely harmless as long as the conditioner does not come into contact with your scalp.

You can also use leave-in conditioners and serums, which are very helpful for getting that smooth, frizz-free look. Leave-in conditioners are especially beneficial for those with curly hair.

Take a break from the heat

Straighteners, curlers, and hair dryers can be the best solution for instant styling to keep your hair looking smooth. But the regular use of these hot styling tools is extremely harmful to your hair. The heat from these tools damages your hair, makes it coarse and frizzy, and removes its natural shine.

However, if there are days when you can’t live without styling, don’t forget to use a heat protectant spray or serum. It will help reduce heat damage by forming a protective shield around your hair.

Drying techniques with a dryer

Always try to dry your hair naturally. But if you are in a hurry, you can blow dry your hair. However, use a large, good quality round toothbrush with a ceramic base. Use the cool setting on your hairdryer, this will cause less damage. Hold the blow dryer six inches from your hair and move it constantly so that it doesn’t blow on a strand of hair for too long (8).

Say no to chemicals

Do not use products containing sodium lauryl sulfate or ammonium lauryl sulfate, as both are industrial cleaners and very strong on your hair. These are the ingredients that most shampoos contain. Research has shown that these chemicals cause severe hair loss and hair loss. Instead of sulfate shampoos, use shampoos with natural and organic ingredients that are not harsh on the hair. They lock in moisture and give you smooth, straight hair.

Trimming is important

Trimming is the most important thing to do if you want to keep your hair healthy and smooth. Helps remove split ends and damage that would otherwise spread through the hair shaft causing frizz and dryness. Get your hair cut every four to seven a week.

Mayonnaise mask

Treat your hair by giving it conditioning once a week. Mayonnaise is a rich source of L-cysteine, amino acid, and a powerful antioxidant, which is also found in eggs. Regular use of this hair pack promotes healthy hair growth.

Will need

1 cup of mayonnaise

2 teaspoons avocado, mashed

Method

Mix the mayonnaise and avocado until the mixture becomes fluffy.

Apply the mixture to your hair from the roots through your hair.

Pull your hair up to the crown and cover your head with a shower cap.

Leave it on for an 60 minutes and rinse with shampoo.

You can also soften your hair with chemicals. However, this method is expensive and can have harmful side effects on your hair. If you want to chemically soften your hair, make sure your hair is healthy and not over-treated. It is always a good idea to consult a stylist before working.

Tips for straightening hair with chemicals

Traditional Relaxants

The straighteners are used to soften and calm the natural texture of the hair. They are suitable for people with wavy or curly hair. However, they don’t work well with extremely curly hair. Relaxants lock-in crunchy textures and soften hair shafts. The effect wears off once the chemicals have run out in 4-6 months.

Chemical smoothing

This technique uses many chemicals to break the natural bonds in your hair. The hair is then washed with a softening solution and straightened. This procedure takes four to five hours and the effects last for three months. Regular adjustments are needed to keep the hair straight and smooth. It is not suitable for colored hair.

Thermal reconditioning

Also known as Japanese straightening, this technique is suitable for voluminous, loose to medium curls, but not too tight. The hair is repeatedly washed with a chemical solution, which helps to break the internal bonds. Then each strand is reformed. Finally, a neutralizer is applied to achieve a smooth and silky look. This technique permanently changes the texture of your hair and regular adjustments are needed every five to six months, depending on the growth rate of your hair. Not suitable for colored or treated hair. Here is a detailed post on Japanese straightening.

Brazilian Keratin Treatment

This technique has become very popular thanks to the use of keratin, which is less aggressive on the hair. It smooths the surface of the hair but does not break the bonds permanently. This treatment controls frizz while preserving the volume and texture of the hair. It is safe for colored hair and is suitable for all hair types, from wavy curls to tight curls. Here is a detailed post on Brazilian Keratin Treatment.

As mentioned above, chemical treatments come with some risks and side effects.

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