Wet/Dry Hair Straightner ?

[dreamin_disney]

DD14 mentioned wanting a wet/dry straightner. She had thick hair that goesn to the middle of her back. Any suggeston of a good one that ont break the budget?

Couple of questions
1. Does the wet/dry dry out or damage the hair?
2. If you own one do you like it or prefer a regular flat iron?
3. Any suggestions, tips or advice???

 

[mom2bmmg]

I have thick, curly hair. I used a CHI hair straightener for many years.

Currently, I have a Conair wet/dry straightener. I would make sure the straightener has ceramic plates. The one I have gives a "steam" option - so if my hair is still a little bit damp - it helps pull the moisture out.

Make sure she has a good product that she puts in her hair before she straightens it.

I hope others chime in to give you more suggestions and advice

 

[dreamin_disney]

I have thick, curly hair. I used a CHI hair straightener for many years.

Currently, I have a Conair wet/dry straightener. I would make sure the straightener has ceramic plates. The one I have gives a "steam" option - so if my hair is still a little bit damp - it helps pull the moisture out.

Make sure she has a good product that she puts in her hair before she straightens it.

I hope others chime in to give you more suggestions and advice

Thanks for the info. What products do you use in your hair?

 

[Disneychix]

Yes, it will damage your hair faster if you are straightening it while wet. Also, you will not get the same straightness you would if you started with dry hair.

I used one for a bit, it was a Conair one brand called Wet to Set. I liked it but used it sparingly.

I now just invested in a really good hairdryer and blowdry my thick, wavy hair straight usinga large paddle brush and Paul Mitchell Skinny serum with Argonne Oil on the ends.

 

[ZehnJahren]

I have long thick-ish hair that tends to be wavy, and wouldn't use a wet/dry straightener. I'm not sure how they can make them "safe", but adding heat to wet hair will probably lead to excessive breakage. It's already bad enough when you use a regular straightener (which I do; I did research online for best straighteners and ended up paying about $40 vs. a Chi or a GHV and LOVE my straightener), but to add it when the hair is already wet? You don't want the extra moisture being "sucked" out of the hair.

This being said, I don't really use hair dryers either, but I couldn't suggest a wet/dry product. Your wet hair won't straighten the same as dry hair would straighten.

Edited to add: I use a variety of products in my hair. I use Wen shampoo every other wash so I use their shine balm as well; or I'll use Paul Mitchell skinny serum like PP up there, or I use Biosilk serum (one of my favorites; Chi's serum is my next favorite). Sometimes I will use moroccan oil as well. Gotta keep those long tresses healthy!

 

[Megkel]

I have LONG (down to my butt when wet), thick, curly hair. I cannot stand my hair when it's curly so I often straighten it. I have found the best way to deal with this is sticking to a "schedule". I highly advise against a wet/dry straighten they cause a lot more damage. Plus they never work as well as you think they will. I have a T3 Micro high straighter that I absolutely love.

I wash my hair every two to three days. The more you wash your hair the more you are stripping the oils from your hair. That just means your hair produces more oils which makes it look greasy. They make dry shampoo that works really well for the in between days or after working out in the gym. However after a little while of washing your hair ever few weeks your hair is use to it and slows down it's oil production. I also wash my hair at night, towel dry and then let it dry all night. This helps not adding another layer of damage from the hair dryer.

It takes me about 20-30 minutes to straighten my hair in the morning. I do it by section and most pieces only need one pass. I do use hair oil and products to protect from heat damage. I use a bunch of different things always mixing it up. I always apply the product to my ends first and then work your way up. That way you won't put to much product on your roots making it look greasy. Also when your hair is wet using a comb instead of a brush really helps with breakage. Another thing I use is a hair mask at least once a week in the shower. I think it's helps give that boost of moisture that it needs.