Every girl craves for sleek shiny hair that looks beautiful without demanding a lot of maintenance. There are many hair straightening treatments available today to tame the manes, ranging from flattening irons to salon hair straightening treatments. These treatments can magically change curly, wavy, frizzy and unmanageable hair into shiny, smooth, straight and manageable locks. Depending on the hair straightening method you choose, the effect of the treatment lasts.

Is hair straightening safe?

Hair straightening treatments work by rearranging the hair bonds.  The longer-lasting hair straighteners break the strong hair bonds. This breakage damages the hair to some extent. All hair straightening treatments are not same. Some straightening treatments have adverse affects on hair, while some are safe (not 100 % though). Not all hair straightening treatment is suitable for all kinds of hair. It is important to opt for the straightening treatment according to the health, texture and condition of the hair.

Hair straightening options

Flat irons

This is the cheapest and most temporary hair straightening treatment. The effect of this treatment last up to 24 hours. If you use flat iron once or twice in a month, hair damage can be negligible. But if you use flat irons to straight your hair on the regular basis, hair will become thin day by day.

Japanese hair straightening

Japanese hair straightening is the most permanent hair straightening treatment available. This treatment can make your hair straight permanently. In this procedure, hair is treated with heat and chemicals. However, it can make hair dull.

Brazilian keratin hair straightening

Brazilian keratin is a popular hair straightening treatment that uses the combination of keratin and formaldehyde. The effect of this treatment lasts 3 to 6 months. It is long lasting and can make your hair shiner, but it can affect the quality of hair if taken frequently.

Brazilian blowout

Brazilian blowout is safer than Brazilian keratin treatments. This treatment leaves your hair smooth and soft without causing any serious damage. The effect of Brazilian blowout lasts 3 to 6 months. However, you should opt for a reputable hair straightening salon for Brazilian blowout treatment. Only good hair salons make use of quality straightening products.