Nonothing can be left to chance when it comes to choosing the right straighteners and curling irons. QThe latest generation tools, in addition to varying the styling from smooth to wavy in seconds, take almost care of the hair. «It is fundamental in the choice rely on brands that implement certified technologies designed to fully respect the structure of the hair without causing damage,” he explains Igor Rago, Creative Director ghd Italy.
Straighteners and curling irons: for each hair its own
Between straight or curly hair, the former are usually the easiest to achieve. But not all plates are created equal. Faced with the very many possible choices on the market between straighteners and curling irons, to evaluate the most suitable one, you need to start from your hair type, the time you dedicate to styling and your personal dexterity.
“If you have little familiarity and flat hair that needs to be revived, I suggest the solution of electric brushes. They are simple to use, work just like traditional ones, act quickly and respect the structure of the hair» explains Rago.
«If, on the other hand, you are looking for more elaborate styling and you also have good dexterity, curling tongs are more suitable. The difference in diameter allows you to create more or less structured and defined waves so you can customize your look».
Dry, thick or oily hair
More specifically, how do you choose straighteners and curling irons based on your hair type? «The straightener has always been the most suitable tool for easily taming and styling thick and full-bodied hair. Following the great strides made by the hi-tech sector, now all hair can use the straightener» explains the ghd Italia expert.
For example, continues Rago, «even dry, over-treated or frizz-prone hair can benefit from flat iron styling that softens the hair and shines it at the same time».
«On the other hand, the fat hair is more complex. In fact, when you pass the plate, this it tends to completely close the cuticles, making the hair resistant to the absorption of smog particles, as well as those of water suspended in the air. It means that smog, dust and sebum remain on the surface of the stems, tending to weigh them down further. A good trick? Use the plate about 1 cm from the root: in doing so, at least the cuticles of the stems close to the head do not close completely and can continue to absorb the sebum”.
Bleached hair? What to do before using straighteners and curling irons
However, the most difficult hair to treat with a straightener and curling iron are the bleached ones, as fragile and easy to break.
«Before moving on to a straightener or curling iron, a care routine is important: use one shampoo and a moisturizing, restructuring and detangling conditioner. Then, apply a conditioner or detangling protection to wet hair. Before combing the hair, it is essential to towel dry it well: if too wet, are more delicate and fragile.
After drying everything, you have to choose the plate that best respects the structure, color and shade of the artificial pigment of the stem. Never use very high temperatures, certainly not higher than 185 degrees. Above this temperature, in fact, the artificial pigment tends to change color and deteriorate sooner» explains the expert.
Alternatively, you can choose a straightener with moisturizing functions, with special technologies, such as steam. They can prevent further damage to the stem structure, as they keep the water level high inside the capillary structure».
The rule for everyone: the thermal protector
Rule passepartout, always apply a protective pre-styling product: «If you use a straightener you should put a product that helps regulate keeping the hair smooth and possibly protecting. If you choose one wavy style, a texturizing product is applied which gives body, structure and memory and which is activated with heat to improve the hold and definition of shapes and waves».
The extra tip: watch the tutorials
«Especially when choosing the first plate, two elements that are often underestimated are fundamental: assistance in case of breakdowns to have the right support. And tutorials for using it, so as to maximize the investment and make the best use of the product. Indeed, the purpose is that these tools must improve their hair routine» concludes the expert.
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