Ever wished you could nail salon-worthy straight hair at home? We chatted with pro hairstylists to get their top tips—here’s how to do it like the experts.
What’s Your Styling Goal?
The main point of straightening is to smooth curls and waves, but pros say the first question to ask is: How straight do you really want it?
British stylist Niccola Bowen breaks it down:
- For ultra-straight results: Work in small sections, starting from the bottom layer and moving up. “Sectioning and combing doesn’t just make hair straighter—it adds volume, too.”
- For a softer, smoother look (not super sleek): Go for larger sections. When smoothing, Bowen suggests gliding the straightener plates slowly over each section. This lets heat penetrate fully without overexposing hair to the plates—resulting in a smoother, less stiff finish.
How Much Heat Do You Need?
Heat is make-or-break: Too little, and you won’t get the straightness you want. Too much, and you’ll fry your hair!
Amita Moticka, a star stylist at San Francisco’s diPietro Todd salon, swears by flat irons with built-in adjustable heat settings—they let you dial in exactly what your hair needs.
Her heat guidelines by hair type:
- Thin, dry, or damaged hair: 250–300°F
- Average hair: 300–350°F
- Thick, coarse, or hard-to-manage hair: Up to 400°F
Tips for Using Your Flat Iron
Hair prepped? Heat set? Time to get styling. Pros share their hacks for flawless results:
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Keep it consistent (Shannon Murray, stylist in Long Beach, CA):
“The secret to even straightness is moving the iron in one continuous motion. Make sure to pull from roots all the way to the ends—don’t just hit the tips or start mid-shaft. That’ll leave hair looking uneven.” -
Use a comb for backup (Alison Rea, stylist in Los Angeles):
Run a straightening comb through a section first, then follow immediately with the flat iron. This cuts down on re-ironing the same strand (which raises the risk of damage or burning). -
Don’t limit your flat iron!
A high-quality iron with curved edges and smart plate design isn’t just for straightening. It can also create shiny, bouncy curls or loose beach waves—talk about multitasking!
The bottom line: Great straight hair starts with knowing the basics.
These pro tips make at-home straightening easy, safe, and effective. And our flat iron? It’s built to check all these boxes: adjustable heat, perfect plate design, and easy use—your new go-to for salon-level straight hair, no appointment needed. Try it out, and get ready to show off that stunning, sleek look!
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