Have you ever marveled at the glossy perfection of someone's straightened hair and wondered about the magic behind it? There are a few techniques that can be used to get bone-straight hair, but one ...

This winter has felt endless. For months now, we've dealt with frigid temperatures and ridiculously dry air. The silver lining? It means that silk press season is still here. A styling technique ...

For fellow curl enthusiasts who swap between natural looks and straight styles, allegiance to the sleek and polished silk press never falters — no matter the season. But even with the right beauty ...

Steamers open hair cuticles, improving moisture retention for a frizz-free silk press. Blow dryers with multiple heat settings and attachments are essential for a smooth blowout. Satin bonnets and ...

After going natural 7 years ago I was desperate to figure out the texture of my hair and style my kinks and coils. I mean, I literally had poker-straight hair from the age of 12 to 23, so I had no ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. For fellow curl enthusiasts who swap between natural looks and ...

Kara Jillian Brown is the senior beauty editor of InStyle. She began her career at Well+Good, where she spent five years evolving from editorial intern to news writer to beauty writer. She earned a ...