Heated combs are great for getting smooth, straight roots when styling your natural hair.
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as soon as it made contact with grease-slathered roots.
That said, its easy to see why many of us now opt forflat ironswhen straightening our hair.
So sometimes, its good to bring that old thing back.
Key features:Eight-foot swivel cord, gold-plated to balance heat distribution.
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This helps to prevent burns and heat damage.
Key features:Uses ceramic coating to avoid heat damage and hot spots.
Key features:Fast heating, anti-scald bracket to avoid burning countertops.
Key features:This hot comb is made with titanium alloy, allowing for optimal heat distribution.
So youll really only need to do one pass for smooth results.
Key features:Easy-to-use on and off switch.
Key features:Keratin and argan oil-infused teeth provide a smooth and sleek finish.
Key features:Two-in-one styling to help you achieve a sleek finish in half the time.
Key features:Made with tourmaline-infused titanium that helps to reduce frizz.
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What are hot combs?
They are used to straighten hair, resulting in a sleek and smooth appearance.
Are hot combs good for your hair?
Like any other hot tool, it depends on how often its used.
Hot combs cause the same amount of heat damage as any other hot tool, explains celebrity hairstylistUrsula Stephen.
Spacing out the time in between using these tools is highly recommended.
That said, Carter recommends always using a heat protectant to shield your hair from damage.
Plus, youll have more control of the heat controls.
Try testing the hot combs temperature by wiping it on a white tissue or napkin, says Carter.
Now youre ready to go.
Be sure to only do one pass per section to avoid heat damage.
I like usingSheaMoistures Bonding Oil, says Stephen.
Is a hot comb better than a flat iron?
Dependsmostly on the punch in of finish youre looking for.
Its more about necessity, explains Stephen.
Sometimes a flat iron cant get as close to the scalp as the hot comb can.
Carter agrees, but still prefers to use a flat iron.
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