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The Ultimate Guide to Flat Ironing Curly Hair: Products & Tools for a Silk Press Without Heat Damage

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Achieving a sleek and silky press on curly hair without compromising its health is all about the right products and tools. In this guide, I share my top recommendations for heat protectants, shampoos, conditioners, serums, and flat irons designed to ...
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Hair tools

 
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This brush is great for curly hair. I use this to define and detangle my curls. I like this one because it last longer and great quality.
Define curls – Denman USA
 
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This is my favorite in shower brush. I like to use this with shampooing my hair
Wet Brush Official Site
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Save your curls from frizz ! This towel keeps your hair from frizz and prevents hair from being overly dry.
Turbie Twist Super Absorbent Hair Towel
 
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I use these to help section my hair off when I’m drying or styling my hair. I usually use 4 or 6 clips…depending on the style.
Alligator Hair Clips
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I give my hair a trim when I straighten it. It’s always good to use scissors strictly for your hair so they won’t dull fast
Hair Scissors With Case
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Like this to help me wrap my hair before I put my satin scarf on.
Hair Wrapping Net
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This brush is a game changer! I love it to brush my hair into a ponytail or wrap my hair with it.
Pro Style Booster Shine & Smooth Detangler - Conair
 
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I love this especially when my hair is straight. It helps me from adding extra heat to my hair.
Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set - All Hair

Hair products

 
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I use heat protection on my curls when using a diffuser or blow dryer.
CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray
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Great conditioner before the straightening your hair
Humectress™ Ultimate Moisture Conditioner - Nexxus US
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This is a great clarifying shampoo before straightening your curls !
Clarify Shampoo
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I like to use this to really help from heat protection. It works amazing!
Infra Thermal Protective Treatment - CHI Haircare
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Hair gadgets / hot tools

 
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This will save your countertops! It also make it easier to make sure your hot tools are not moving around.
Silicone Heat Resistant Mat - Flat Iron Holder
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This blow dryer brush saved my life. It takes 15-20 mins to blow dry my hair instead of a whole hour and half. I love that it has many options and it’s not heavy. My arms don’t hurt after blow drying my hair!
Wavytalk 5 in 1 Hair Dryer Brush Kit
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Monthly steam treatments help hydrate your curls. I would put in the deep conditioner while steaming my hair so the conditioner can penetrate through the hair shaft.
Handheld Hair Steamer for Natural Hair Types | PATTERN - Pattern Beauty
 
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This flat iron will make your hair shiny and very smooth. If you are looking for a high quality iron this is the one.
Professional Flat Irons | BaBylissPRO