One mistake so many women make when they begin using a flat
iron to straighten their hair is they turn the temperature setting to its
maximum level. Many feel that the higher the heat the more effective the iron
is. To some degree this is true but that is not the only thing you need to
consider when setting the temperature.Flat
irons can be very damaging to the hair if the proper temperature is not applied
for your hair type.
Hair is classified
into two different categories first fine, normal or course and second straight,
wavy or naturally curly.After you
decide what texture of hair you have then note that different hair types
require different heat temperatures. When looking to purchase a flat iron make
sure to get one that has variable heat settings, this will insure that that
flat iron will not get to hot and cause breakage or hot spots.The rule of thumb is for fine, damaged or
chemically treated hair a lower heat setting is advised this would mean no
higher than 300 F.For normal hair you
are safe using 300 F up to 380 F.
Last
but not least, for course hair you can use from 350 F to 450 F.For beginners,
I recommend setting the temperature of the iron in the mid to low range at
first.With a little time and experience you will know
whether the setting is effective for your hair. If it is not than you can start moving the
temperature setting up a little at a time until you find the optimal one for
you.
Summary:
Fine, Damaged or Chemically Treated Hair - 280 F to 300 F
