It's just as important to have your straightener clean and ready for action as it is for your hair. Therefore, you'll want to make sure you use the correct setting and start with a clean appliance.
You might not realize it, but hair primer or other products can build up on your flat iron. To make sure it's clean before you plug it in, look everything over. If it looks a little crusty, add a few drops of rubbing alcohol to a cotton ball or cloth. Rub it along the plate to remove any residue so you aren't adding it to your hair.
With a clean flat iron, it's time to set the heat. Straight hair is going to use a lower setting than wavy or curly hair. When you have fine, straight hair, try 250 degrees. You can crank it up to 300 if your straight hair is thick or coarse. Those with wavy to curly hair are going to look for a setting between 300 and 410 degrees. You'll want to use the lowest heat possible to achieve the smooth look you want. Salon owner Rashuna Durham tells Byrdie, "The flat iron process on straight hair is just to smooth the cuticle and get rid of any of those pesky little flyaways. Always start at a lower level and increase as needed." With your prep game on point, it's time to actually start straightening your hair!
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