Can You Straighten Wet Hair?

Short answer: ⛔ You can’t straighten wet hair.

There are so many hair and beauty rules that it’s easy to forget what (and what not) to do. When styling your hair, hair type, hair texture, and hair length are all factors that come into play. However, there are many rules that apply to everyone, regardless of our differences. One example is to always use a heat protector spray before using heat styling tools, such as a hair dryer, flat iron, or curling iron. This helps minimize heat damage. Another example is to wait for hair to be slightly damp before blow drying; this also helps reduce heat damage.

What happens when you straighten wet hair?

Celebrity hairstylist Harry Josh believes that you should not straighten your hair when it is wet. He told Teen Vogue that if you see steam or hear a sizzle, you should stop and evaluate the situation. Adore Beauty says that straightening hair when wet can lead to damage such as burning, breakage, or coarsening of your hair’s natural texture. If you straighten your hair when it is wet, there is a chance of long term damage.

Most stylists believe that you should straighten your hair while it is still damp or wet. This helps to avoid adding any unwanted moisture to your hair. Sarah Potempa, who is Lea Michele’s hairstylist, explained this to Teen Vogue. She went on to say that when you use a straightener on dry hair, the product has nowhere to go. It essentially gets boiled into the follicle, which can damage your hair.

As Josh said, if you see steam or hear a sizzle while you’re straightening your hair, stop and check that your hair is dry. If not, wait and try again later.

Tips To Quickly Style Your Hair Without Damage

1. When you towel dry your hair, be sure to blot it dry rather than rubbing it.
2. If you use a blow dryer, be sure to use the lowest setting.
3. When you brush your hair, be sure to use a wide-toothed comb.
4. Try not to use hot styling tools too often.
5. When you towel dry your hair, pat it down with the towel instead of rubbing it.
6. If you use a blow dryer, use the lowest heat setting.
7. When you brush your hair, use a wide-toothed comb.
8. Try not to use hot styling tools too often.