Before We Get Started: What’s a Silk Press? A silk press is a straightening technique used primarily on natural hair without the use of a relaxer or other chemical treatments. After blow-drying hair, ...

As temperatures drop and humidity levels decrease, many naturals find themselves reaching for their flat irons. This seasonal shift presents the perfect opportunity to explore thermal styling, ...

If you regularly flat iron your naturally curly hair at home then you know all about silk presses, a temporary hairstyle that takes those results and elevates them to glossier—and yes, silkier—heights ...

To maintain your silk press style, "wrap the hair in a circular motion around the head using pins to secure sleekness. Then ...

Look, I love my natural curls as much as the next person. And while twist-outs and jumbo topknots will forever be a part of my style rotation, I’m always down to switch things up when it comes to my ...

As silk press season (aka winter) takes over and the gurls opt for sleek bobs and the popular straight hair with bumped ends, the crisp air and low humidity mean natural hair is less likely to revert ...

If you have textured hair, a silk press isn’t the only way to achieve glossy, straight hair, but the use of heat styling tools in lieu of chemicals is a big part of the appeal. For those wanting to ...

When it comes to straightening textured hair, two techniques have long reigned supreme: the silk press and the blowout. Both are celebrated for delivering sleek, smooth strands that highlight the ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Before silk presses became the hairstyle du jour on the menu at natural hair salons ...

If I had a dollar for every hour I’ve spent blow-drying my hair, I could easily retire at the age of 25. But here’s a revolutionary thought: You can actually get great curly hair overnight while you ...