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Curls in straight hair: why they fall out and how to make them last longest

Straight hair holds a curl differently from other hair. We explain why, and how to get the most out of it with the right technique.

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What does the cool shot on your hairdryer actually do, and when should you use it?

The cool shot on your hairdryer does not close any cuticles: it cools your hair down so the shape you just created sets. Read what cool air does and does...

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Does heat protectant still work on day 2, or do you need to reapply?

Heat protectant stays on your hair until your next wash, but the film wears down from brushing, sleeping and sebum. That's why you apply a fresh thin layer before every...

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Why is the top layer of my hair drier and more damaged than the layer underneath?

The top layer of your hair didn't grow differently, it has simply had far more sun, friction and heat than the hairs underneath. Here's exactly where that difference comes from...

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What are those white dots in my hair, and does heat styling cause them?

White dots along the length of your hair are usually trichorrhexis nodosa: spots where the hair fibre frays from friction and pressure. Here's how to tell them apart from dandruff,...

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Does heat training really exist, or are you just losing your curl pattern?

Heat training doesn't exist as actual training: your hair never learns to tolerate heat. What you're seeing is usually permanent loss of curl pattern caused by temperatures that are too...

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Curls dropping out fast? 5 causes and fixes

Curls drop because of your hair structure, no cooling time or uneven heat. Here are five causes and what you can do to make your curls last.

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Curling hair without a curling iron: 7 methods and what they deliver

You can curl your hair without a curling iron: seven heatless methods using a braid, a sock or a headband, and what each one gives you.

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