Straight Hairstyles 2011

Straight, shiny, healthy looking hair is always a hot trend. Come 2011 you can expect straighthairstyles to continue to be a popular hairstyle however this year, they are full of volume and movement









Straight, smooth, silky hair is one hairstyle that is always trendy on any length of hair. Getting straight hair can however be a challenge for those withcurly, frizzy and or coarse hair. This lens includes tips and how to's on how to straighten hair temporarily and have it smooth, shiny and healthy looking.

Using a Flat Iron for Straight Hair 

   A flat iron is the best tool to use for straight hair. However, the hair straightener you choose makes a huge difference in the results you will achieve. Check out the following articles to help you choose the best flat iron for you.

How to Choose the Best Hair Straightener Iron

1. Features - when buying a new flat iron you want to make sure the one you choose has features that will benefit you and your hair type. The best features to look for in a hair iron include temperature control with at least a high of 400 Degrees, ceramic and tourmaline.

A hair straightener that does not reach a high of at least 400 degrees will not benefit those who have thick, coarse and/orcurly hair. Ceramic and tourmaline together work to provide negative ions which in return provide safer, healthier and better looking results.

2. Size - when it comes to your flat iron, size does matter. I have always recommended a 1" plate as this is the most versatile size. With a 1" styling iron you can not only straighten your hair but curl, wave, flip and add volume as well.

3. Brand - with anything we buy most of us will choose a product that we are familiar with or have heard positive things about. When choosing a hair straightener, ask for recommendations from friends and stylists and read reviews online. Doing a bit of research can end up saving you money in the long run.

4. Warranty/Guarantee - Always make sure to check the warranty and guarantee before the purchase of a new flat iron. What happens if you do not like, can you return it? If you are not buying directly from the supplier make sure you find out who you need to contact should something go wrong with your hair iron.

Flat Iron – How to Straighten Hair

Smooth, straight and frizz free hair is simple to achieve with a good flat ironand these Professional tips on How to Straighten Hair.

1. Apply a heat protectant to damp hair. If you have super curly or ethnic hair choose a heat protectant that will also help temporarily relax the curl in your hair such as Lanza Strait-Line Smoother Straightening Balm.

2. Using a flat paddled hair brush, smooth and straighten your hair as you blow dry.

3. Section your hair so that you can work from the back, bottom layers first. as you straighten your hair you will work your way to the side sections of hair and upwards.

4. Take a section of hair 1-2 inches wide and using a fine tooth comb, place the comb at your roots and comb the section of hair down about an inch so that you can place yourflat iron right above it.

5. Slowly glide the comb, followed by your hair iron, down the section of hair. The comb helps to detangle and smooth the hair while the heat of your flat iron works to set the style.

6. Repeat until all sections of your hair are complete.

Once your hair is straightened, you may wish to apply a shine serum or polishing gloss to add shine and fight frizz.