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Perfect Hair Straighteners looking for sleek and elegant locks but were born otherwise, the search for straighter hair can be just that, a severe search. Of course, There is the possibility of waging a daily war with your hairdryer and iron.
Or you can opt for semi-permanent salon keratin treatments. But there is another good option that falls somewhere in the middle when it comes to the cost, maintenance, time, and effort involved.
Hair straighteners (lotions or creams that work by chemically altering the hair structure) can be use at home and will leave your hair looking soft and smooth for about six to eight weeks.
It offers a good alternative for those who don’t deal with hot tools at the registry but don’t want the very long-term commitment) that comes with a keratin treatment.
Hair straighteners are indeed relatively robust, so you will need to be careful when using one and make sure you also opt for a solid product. We take the hard work of this second part for you.
Examples
SoftSheen-Carson Professional Defy Breakage No-Lye Relaxer
Most of the time.Relaxants fall into two camps: those who use laundry and those who don’t. The former work quickly but can also wash off quickly.
While the latter use calcium hydroxide instead and are an option for those with sensitive scalps.This bleach-free version also has the added benefit of being extraordinarily hydrating and fortifying.
Thanks to the addition of ceramides and coconut oil. It promises up to 90% less breakage.
Mizani Butter Blend Relaxer
As any curly girl will tell you that not all curls are the same, we love that Mizani offers a unique “Curl Brace” on the website to determine exactly what type of relaxation technique and the product is best for your specific curl pattern and tension.
This particular iteration comes in two strengths: fine/colored hair and normal/medium hair. Also they all contain protective conditioners to help keep your coils healthy.
There are many direct selling options without ammonia. It is entirely safe for colored hair. And also, it contains silk proteins and hydrating ingredients.
Because for the record, if you color and chemically relax your locks, you’ll want to infuse strength and moisture in any way you can—bonus points for the fact that it does not contain bleaching sulfates either.
Avlon Affirm Fiber Guard Sensitive Scalp Crème Relaxer
First of all, it comes in an adjustable formula form, so you can make sure you’re not using more than you need.
Best of all, it contains strengthening polymers to ensure your locks stay solid and healthy, even after being straighten, and a relaxing conditioner to add much-needed hydration to locks that need a little TLC.
Freelance stylist Giulia Heiman is also a fan of this straightener, saying that it is “design to retain more moisture and provide better cuticle protection than other traditional straighteners on the market.”
Detergent-Free Straightening Kit with the Complete Application of ORS Olive Oil
Olive oil is the hydrating star of the show here, rich in the fatty acids your dry strands need. It is infus into the straightener, so it works to provide moisture along with the straightener.
But it doesn’t end there. This kit also includes an olive oil-based shampoo, a deep conditioning treatment, and a setting foam that you can use afterward to maintain these hydrating benefits.
Phyto Specific Phytorelaxer Index 2
This egg and soy formula (who knew?) Helps straighten hair, while keratin, mallow extract, and cinchona (a Peruvian tree bark, again, who knew?) Control wandering frizz and migration routes.
We also love getting everything you need in this kit, from pre-treatment balm and relaxant to post-treatment.
