Does straightening your hair ruin it?

I must say thatstraightening your hair daily CAN in fact 'ruin' your hair. Following the simple tips below can eliminate the amount of damage done to your hair. * You can use a product (such as a spray or creme) before straightening your hair. This will protect your hair from the extreme heat. * Use the lowest heat setting. Without using products, this tip can save your hair from damage. * Use a ceramic straightener They are much more gentle on the hair, and keep it straight for a longer period of time (this way you won't have to straighten your hair as ofter, which could result in less damage). * Straighten in sections. Don't try to straighten your hair all at once, instead break you hair up into about 5 different sections. This way you will end up spending less time on your hair, resulting in less damage. * Don't linger on a strand. Never hold the straightener in place on a section of hair. This can result in extreme damage. Always keep the iron in motion while straightening your hair. * Be gentle on your hair. Tense motion can result in damaging the root of your hair. Don't use a straightener that seems to 'pull' down on your hair. Good straighteners feel smooth and are effortless. Following these seemingly simple tips can be all the best for your hair. After all, straightening can result in extreme damage to the hair, so always follow these steps to avoid 'ruining' you hair.