Diy Silk Press

DIY silk press is a hair styling technique that uses a combination of heat and pressure to straighten natural hair. It is a popular style among Black women because it can give your hair a sleek, smooth look without damaging it as much as other straightening methods.

To do a DIY silk press, you will need the following supplies:

• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Leave-in conditioner
• Heat protectant spray
• Flat iron
• Hair dryer with concentrator attachment
• Large-tooth comb
• Bobby pins

Instructions:

1. Wash and condition your hair as usual.
2. Apply a leave-in conditioner to your damp hair.
3. Section your hair into four quadrants.
4. Starting at the back of your head, take a small section of hair and apply heat protectant spray.
5. Use a hair dryer to blow dry your hair section by section, using a concentrator attachment to direct the airflow.
6. Once your hair is dry, use a flat iron to straighten it section by section.
7. Repeat steps 4-6 on all four quadrants of your hair.
8. Once your hair is completely straightened, let it cool down completely.
9. Apply a light oil or serum to your hair to add shine and prevent frizz.

Tips for a successful DIY silk press:

• Use the lowest heat setting on your flat iron that is effective for your hair type.
• Don’t clamp down too hard on your hair with the flat iron.
• Move the flat iron slowly and evenly through your hair.
• Avoid overlapping sections of hair when flat ironing.
• Let your hair cool down completely before applying any styling products.

With a little practice, you can easily achieve a salon-quality silk press at home.