1-One of our most suggested tips for a safer flat ironing experience is to always be sure to protect the hair before using this heat styling tool. We recommend using a heat protectant spray throughout the hair before flat ironing. This ensures that the hair is shielded from heat damage during the styling process. Try Motions Heat Seeker Protecting Spray.

2-In order to prevent burning the scalp, be sure to keep the flat iron about 'A of an inch away from the roots while flat ironing the hair.

3-Be sure to cleanse and condition the hair with fortifying products that are geared to your specific hair type before heat styling with a flat iron. This helps to prepare the hair before you style.

4-Women with longer, thicker hair may want to apply a straightening serum to help with the straightening process. This may help cut down on the amount of time you spend flat ironing by helping to get the hair sleeker and more manageable as you flat iron. Our editors recommend Fantasia IC Heat Protector Straightening Serum.

5-Keep your newly flat-ironed hair in check. At night, create a side part in the crown and apply a mist of oil sheen spray to the hair. Brush the hair around the perimeter of the head and then wrap the hair with a satin scarf at night before bed. In the morning, comb the wrap out with a wide tooth styling comb to style. Your hair will feel silky smooth and bone straight.

6-After you shampoo and condition your hair, apply a straightening serum and blow-dry the hair with a comb attachment. This helps to get the hair smooth before you flat iron the hair for styling.

7-Choose a ceramic or tourmaline flat iron for a safer flat ironing surface. These irons are specifically made for straightening the hair in half the time, revitalizing the hair with a soft, natural sheen and eliminating frizz, all while using the safest technology for preventing damage to the hair.

8-To find the proper heat setting for your hair type, start at a low setting and gradually work your way up to the setting that is best for you. Contrary to popular belief, not every hair type will need the highest setting for the best flat ironing results. Those with fine hair, for example, may require only the lowest setting for flat ironing.

9-Then flat ironing the hair, use smaller sections of hair to get the best results. Using larger portions of hair makes it harder for the heat to penetrate the hair shaft, which makes it harder to straighten.

10-Be sure that the hair is completely dry before you flat iron your hair. Flat ironing the hair while wet can cause severe damage to your hair.