Turn an Afro into Straight Hair

How do you turn an afro into straight hair? Read the following steps to learn how. Results vary.

Steps

Get a really good shampoo product. Make sure it does not have any constituents ending with -cone. Simethicone and Dimethicone have been known to dry out Afro hair, so avoid them.
Wash your hair. Scrub your hair with your hands in the shower until clean.
Use conditioner of your choice. It's best to leave the conditioner on for at least 15 minutes so that it penetrates the hair shaft. Place a plastic cap over your hair to promote penetration into the shaft.
Rub clear aloe vera lotion into your hair. When you get out of the shower, apply the aloe vera. Use a handful, as afro hair is pretty thick. Comb your hair until it is nice, sleek, and tangle-free.
Put your hair in a few ponytails or plaits. Wait for it to dry completely. Usually it will dry overnight.
- At this point, your hair won't be completely straight, but will be less kinky.
For even straighter hair, try rolling lightly oiled hair taut with very large rollers. The results are best if you sit under a hooded dryer for 20 minutes.
- You can also try using a flat iron to make your hair straighter. Read the instructions that come with the hair iron so you don't burn or damage your hair.

If nothing else works, go to a hairstylist. You'll get professional hair straightening without a lot of mess and hard work.
You might also try keratin or frizz reduction hair products.
Don't straighten everything at once. Separate the hair into different parts and take your time straightening it.