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10 Common Heat Styling Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Avoid heat damage with these expert-approved tips

by Jenn Sinrich  |  COMMENT

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Mistake No. 1: Applying too much heat
Mistake No. 1: Applying too much heat Sure, they're called "hot tools," but that doesn't mean you should crank it up to the highest heat setting. In fact, doing so could (and likely will) leave you with burnt, damaged hair. According to Lopez, most people are safe to use their hot tool at around the 320-350-degree range. To determine which temperature setting is best for your hair type, he recommends starting with your iron at the lowest possible heat setting and smoothing or curling your hair. Increase the temperature with every single pass until you find the temperature that gives you the results you're looking for. "You'll be surprised to find that it's probably much lower than what you're used to," he adds.

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SEE NEXT PAGE: Mistake No. 2: Poor technique
 

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