Why Does My Hair Not Stay Straight?

Straightening your hair requires a lot of effort. That’s why it’s so frustrating when those curls or waves start peeking through soon after the straightening process. If you want to know why this is happening and what you can do, this is the article for you. We’ll cover exactly that.

This is Why Your Hair Won’t Stay Straight

Reverting hair is one of the most common issues people with wavy or curly hair deal with after straightening their hair. Often, the problem is humidity. If you sweat or go into a humid environment after straightening your hair, that moisture will make your hair revert to its natural texture in as little as a few seconds.

But humidity isn’t the only thing that can ruin your straight hairstyles - here are a couple of other potential culprits:

• Split ends. Split ends are unruly. They rebel against just about anything you try to do to them. If you have lots of split ends, there’s no wonder you’re struggling to keep your hair straight.

• Extremely textured hair. The more textured your hair is, the harder it will be to keep it straight.

• Improper straightening. Are you straightening your hair properly? You could be in for short-lived results if you’re not using a high enough temperature or not holding your hair taut with each pass of the heat tool.

How to Keep Your Hair Straighter for Longer

You know about the potential culprits that could be to blame for your hair not staying straight. So, what should you do? To keep your hair straighter for longer, there are a few things you should consider:

Keep Your Hair Dry Post-Straightening

Stay far away from humidity or any type of moisture. Given how quickly moisture can ruin straight hair, this is paramount. Try to control how much you sweat, as any moisture can make your roots wavy or curly. If you have to work out, put your hair up in a high ponytail first. And whenever you plan on showering, put on a shower cap to block out the water and steam. It also helps to use an anti-humidity spray on your hair before walking out the door for the day.

Get Rid of Split Ends

If you want to achieve sleek, straight styles that don’t revert immediately, you need to get rid of those split ends. To do so, cut them away yourself or go to a trained hairdresser and ask for a trim (1/4 of an inch cut off). Remember that you may need a more substantial haircut if your split ends are severe.

Use Enough Heat

Getting long-lasting results with straightening tools will require you to use enough heat for your hair type. Fine hair doesn’t need a ton of heat, but if your hair is coarser, you may need to turn your iron up a little bit. Just be sure to use a heat protectant spray before applying any heat to your hair. Upping the temperature can be risky.

Get Your Technique Down

Your flat ironing technique is crucial. Many have found success with the comb or brush chase method. It involves running your comb or brush through your hair in front of the flat iron in one smooth motion. Doing so ensures that all your kinks, curls, or waves get an even amount of heat, limiting frizz and reversion.

If you haven’t already, we encourage you to check out Daily Dose Leave in Conditioner – not only does it condition your hair, it also doubles as a heat protectant! We hope you found all the information you were looking for, and we wish you the best with your hair.

Author: Andrea Reyes

Andrea is a mother, wife, writer, and natural hair enthusiast of 15 years. Currently on her natural hair journey, she’s been trying countless products and techniques to understand and embrace her natural hair. She is the creator of NaturallyTextured.com, a new website featuring informative articles that share tips, tricks, and techniques aimed to help others learn to love their hair through proper hair care. She writes with the hope of making hair care easier to understand and implement.