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Is silk press good for natural hair?“A silk press makes natural hair very straight, shiny, silky, and soft,” says hairstylist and colorist Chrissy Zemura. “It gives a lot of body and movement without using a relaxer or the chemicals that straighten hair.”
How long do silk presses last on natural hair?However, a silk press normally lasts for two weeks. It can sometimes last much longer as long as the hair hasn't been wet down. If your hair comes into any contact with moisture from water, humidity or sweat, it will begin to convert back to its natural curl.
How often should you get a silk Press on natural hair?Le'Ana McKnight of West Hollywood's Stylist Lee Studios, says, “One can receive a silk press every three to four months to maintain the health of their hair and to retain length without heat damage.” I spoke to McKnight and trichologist Sophia Emmanuel to find out more about the process.
What's the difference between a silk press and a blowout?When it comes to movement, the Dominican Blowout usually produces more flowing hair than the typical silk press. Most silk presses follow a process which takes the hair from wet to blowdried semi-straight, to flat ironed straight. Since there's no rollerset, the opportunity to create movement in the hair is lower.
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