Sufficient hydration is key. The dry climate in autumn can easily cause hair to lose moisture, become dry and brittle. Before using a hair straightener, make sure your hair is fully hydrated. You can use products such as moisturizing shampoo, conditioner, and hair care essential oils to provide the necessary moisture and nutrients to your hair and enhance its elasticity and toughness.
Choose the right hair straightener. In autumn, it is recommended to choose a hair straightener with a ceramic heating plate or negative ion hair care function. The ceramic heating plate can evenly distribute heat and reduce heat damage to the hair; while negative ions can effectively neutralize static electricity in the hair, making the hair smoother and easier to manage.
Adjust the temperature reasonably. Although the temperature gradually drops in autumn, it does not mean that we can increase the temperature of the hair straightener at will. On the contrary, you should choose a suitable temperature range according to your hair quality. Generally speaking, medium hair can choose a temperature of 180-200 degrees Celsius; while fine or damaged hair should choose a lower temperature to avoid excessive heating and further damage to the hair.
Pay attention to usage tips. When using a hair straightener, start from the roots and move slowly toward the ends, avoiding staying in the same spot for too long. Keep the hair straightener moving at an even speed to ensure that the heat is evenly distributed on the hair. You can comb your hair straight before using the hair straightener to reduce the number of times and time you clamp it.
Strengthen follow-up care. After using the hair straightener, you should promptly apply hair care essential oils or leave-in conditioners to your hair to lock in moisture and nutrients to prevent hair damage due to dryness. Regular deep conditioning treatments are also essential, such as using a hair mask or going to a hair salon for professional care.