Having straight and silky hair is possible, just use the right techniques. Wash your hair less frequently and opt for gentle products that help make your hair as soft and smooth as you want. Use styling tools only on special occasions to avoid damaging and drying your hair with heat. Also, from time to time, pamper them with a mask to instantly make them smoother and more silky.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Taking Care of Your Hair
Step 1. Wash your hair 2-3 times a week instead of every day
If you want them to be smooth and silky, you need to let the oils produced by the scalp moisturize them and make them strong. Every time you shampoo, you wash away those precious oils; so using it every day you risk making your hair dry and frizzy instead of smooth and silky.
- Determine which routine is best for your hair. Some people enjoy shampooing a couple of times a week, while those with oily hair generally prefer to use it every other day.
- If your hair feels greasy and lacking in volume between washes, you can apply a dry shampoo to the roots. Massage it into your scalp and then gently brush your hair to distribute the product over the lengths.
Step 2. Use cold water when washing and rinsing your hair
It is not pleasant to wash your hair with ice water, but if you want it to be smooth and silky, make an effort to use it as cold as possible. Cold water promotes the closing of the cuticles, so the hair appears smoother and silky when dry. Hot water causes the opposite effect: the cuticles open and the hair appears dry and frizzy.
If you really can't stand the idea of showering with cold water, wash your body and hair in two separate moments
Step 3. Use a shampoo that does not contain sulfates
Sulfates are present in many detergents, including those for washing dishes and laundry. They are certainly effective in removing grease and oils, but when it comes to personal hygiene they tend to be too aggressive; it follows that the hair gets damaged and frizzy. Look for a sulfate-free shampoo that cleanses your hair and scalp without removing their protective natural oils.
Step 4. Use a moisturizing conditioner
The main function of the conditioner is to help you eliminate knots without damaging the hair, but it also serves to make it smoother and more silky. Find a conditioner that can make them softer and smoother without weighing them down. The best choice falls on products without silicones, synthetic substances that leave residues on the hair that in the long run accumulate and make them dull. Instead, look for a product that contains glycerin.
Leave-in conditioners are good for hair that tends to get dry or frizzy between washes. Since they do not need to be rinsed, they add an additional protective layer around the hair, keeping it away from dry air and humidity, two of the main causes of the much hated frizz effect
Step 5. Remove tangles from wet hair with a wide-toothed comb
Comb them gently rather than brushing them when wet to avoid damaging or breaking them. When wet, your hair is even more fragile, so it's best to use a wide-toothed comb to get rid of knots without stressing them. Start at the tips and slowly work your way up to the roots for the best result.
Step 6. Use a boar bristle brush on dry hair
These are natural bristles that have a very similar texture to that of hair. Brushing them serves to distribute the oils from the scalp to the ends, so that all hair can benefit from their protective and nourishing effect. Using a boar bristle brush is as effective as making a mask to make your hair smoother and more silky.
- Do not use the brush on damp or wet hair to avoid the risk of breaking it.
- The boar bristle brush is the only tool suitable for distributing natural oils on the hair. It is not possible to obtain the same results with a plastic brush which also tends to damage the hair.
Step 7. Trim your hair every 6-12 weeks
Trim away dry and damaged ends for visibly healthier, smoother and more silky hair. Make it a good habit to trim them regularly to get rid of split ends. Don't worry, you don't need to shorten them much; if you have known how to take care of your hair, it is a question of giving up only the last 2-3 cm.
Step 8. Use a silk pillowcase or scarf to protect your hair overnight
Regular cotton pillow cases can draw moisture away from your hair, which then becomes dry and dull. Start using a silk pillowcase or wrap your hair in a silk scarf before bed. The next morning, your hair will be just as soft and smooth.
Method 2 of 3: Nourish the Hair with a Mask
Step 1. Use coconut oil to restore moisture to the hair
Use this treatment once a week if you want your hair to be soft, smooth and silky. Take a tablespoon (15ml) of coconut oil and apply it to the hair from root to tip, making sure to distribute it over each strand. If the oil has become solid due to the cold temperature, heat it in a water bath, but be careful not to overdo it to avoid burning your scalp. Comb your hair to distribute the oil better and then put on a shower cap (alternatively, you can use a plastic bag or cling film) and leave it on for an hour or overnight if you prefer.
- Wash your hair once or twice with shampoo to effectively remove the oil. Once dry, you will be amazed by the result.
- Coconut oil becomes solid if the temperature is below 24 ° C, consequently in summer it is liquid while during the rest of the year it tends to solidify; however, it is sufficient to heat it in a bain-marie before applying it.
- When purchasing, you should read the labels and choose an unrefined coconut oil as it is more suitable for cosmetic use.
Step 2. Pamper your hair with olive oil if you don't want to buy a specific product
Spread a tablespoon (15ml) over your hair using the comb, then wrap it in a shower cap or cling film. Let the oil soak into your hair for about an hour, then wash it thoroughly with shampoo; finally, dry them as you usually do.
Step 3. Take advantage of the properties of egg white
It is a great substitute for conditioner and will instantly make your hair smoother and more silky. Separate two egg whites from the yolks and beat them in a bowl. Enter the shower, wet your hair and apply the egg whites, taking care to distribute them evenly from roots to ends. Leave the mask on while you cleanse your body, then wash your hair with shampoo and rinse it off with cold water.
- If you want, you can add 2-3 drops of lemon juice to the egg whites, they will give a refreshing and pleasant smell to the mask.
- Do not use hot water when rinsing the hair from the egg whites, otherwise they may cook.
Step 4. Blend honey and banana to make your hair super shiny
Honey is able to make them become smoother, softer and brighter, while banana moisturizes them deeply. Crush a banana and mix it with a teaspoon of honey. Enter the shower, wet your hair and apply the mask from root to tip, distributing it with the comb. Leave it on while you take care of the rest of your body, then shampoo as usual.
Step 5. Rely on the care of an expert hairdresser to get certain results
Many hairdressers offer special treatments performed with oils and other moisturizing ingredients that penetrate the hair and make it silky for a long time. It is an option to be considered especially in view of an important event, such as a wedding, a party or a graduation.
Method 3 of 3: Styling the Hair
Step 1. Apply an anti-frizz serum
There are products that are very effective in keeping frizz at bay. Especially if you tend to have dry and unruly hair, try applying a serum after a shower or if necessary on dry hair when it becomes frizzy.
Step 2. Use argan oil to add shine to your hair
It is produced with the fruits of a tree that grows in Morocco. It has been recognized for its restorative properties and used on the hair is able to make it smoother, stronger and healthier. It is so light that you can also use it as a leave-in conditioner. Apply a small amount to damp hair after shampooing, focusing especially on the ends.
On the roots it is best to apply very little as they are the part that tends to get greasy and dirty faster
Step 3. Apply heat protection product before using styling tools
If you are going to blow dry, straighten or curl them with an iron, you should protect them with a special spray or serum. It is essential to prevent the intense heat from burning them, damaging them and making them dull. Just spray or apply it on your hair before styling.
Step 4. Make them smooth with the hair dryer
By skilfully using the jet of hot air you can make them softer and more silky. Use a round brush to style small sections of hair, starting at the roots and working slowly towards the ends. Angle the hair dryer so that the jet of hot air is pointing downwards, to close the cuticles. Brush your hair several times until it is perfectly dry, then move on to the next section.
- The round brush can help you make thin or medium hair smoother and softer. For big ones it is best to use a curve to follow the natural profile of the head.
- Remember to apply a heat protection product, it will help make your hair smooth and silky.
- Do not brush your hair every day, otherwise it will inevitably become dry and brittle over time. Reserve your best looks for special occasions.
Step 5. Use the straightener for super straight hair
The plate closes the cuticles making the hair incredibly smooth and silky. When your hair is perfectly dry, comb it to make sure there are no knots. Turn on the straightener, wait for it to heat up and start straightening your hair in sections of 3-5cm at a time. You should avoid going over a single strand more than once, otherwise you could damage your hair.
- Keep in mind that using the straightener too frequently will still damage your hair, so just use it on occasions when you want it to be as smooth as possible.
- Consider going to your hairdresser to get your hair straightened with professional products. There are permanent treatments; inquire at the beauty salons in your city.
Step 6. Make curls with the iron or curling iron
If you look better with ringlets rather than straight hair, use an iron or curling iron. Divide perfectly dry hair into small sections and wrap them around the iron or curling iron in the opposite direction to that of your face. After 10-30 seconds, release the strand and move on to the next one. Continue until your head is full of ringlets.
- Use an iron or curling iron with a small diameter (about 2-3 cm) if you want to get tight curls or a larger one (with a diameter of about 5 cm) for natural-style waves.
- If you have curly hair, you can define your natural curls and make them more harmonious with the iron or curling iron respecting the sense in which they curl spontaneously.
- If you want to define your natural curls without stressing them with heat, try using a foam, cream or gel product formulated to make them softer and more disciplined. Follow the directions on the bottle to know how much to apply. Wrap the curls around your fingers in the direction they spontaneously curl to make them more harmonious and defined.
Advice
- When gathering your hair, don't over tighten the elastic.
- After styling your hair, try not to touch it often so as not to contribute to frizzy hair.
- Do not use styling tools often to avoid damaging the hair due to the intense heat.
- Try using a comb made from buffalo bone which has an antistatic effect on the hair. Follow the example of grandmothers and comb them a hundred times a day to keep them healthy, shiny and silky.
