Q: Even if you're trying to avoid using chemicals, there are excellent products available to help you achieve the sleek look you're after. One of the most important aspects of styling hair of any type is protecting it from the damage of heat. Heat protectants are available in a variety of forms, but they all coat hair and allow you to style without damaging your locks.  If you're blow drying and flat ironing, you may need to reapply your protectant before you begin ironing. Curly hair typically responds best to a cream-based or moisturizing heat protectant. If your hair is frizzy, look for heat protectants that add weight to hair and avoid volumizing products.  You can even make your own  protectant spray at home to ensure the product is 100% natural. These are great products to keep hair smooth and shiny after styling, but it's very important that they not be used to protect hair from heat. In fact, serums will boil when heated, and they can significantly damage hair. Instead, choose a natural smoothing serum that utilizes mineral oils to avoid adding unnecessary chemicals to your hair. In most cases, curly haired people need to find a shampoo that will clean their hair without drying it out. Look for shampoos that use gentle cleansers. The right conditioner is essential when it comes to straightening hair and maintaining a sleek, natural appearance. The chosen conditioner should add weight to hair, so the style holds. Look for shampoos and conditioners that are specifically geared toward straightening hair.  It's best to find two shampoos that provide the result you're looking for. Overtime, hair chemistry changes. When you notice your hair no longer feels better after cleaning, switch shampoos to reset your hair's balance.  If your hair is very damaged, consider adding a deep conditioner to your hair care routine once a week or every other week. Some of these products claim to be natural, but they contain harsh, damaging chemicals. However, if you choose keratin products with the right ingredients, they can offer easier to manage hair. Most of these treatments don't actually straighten hair, and those that do typically rely on the harsh chemicals. However, keratin treatments do make hair more manageable, significantly reduce frizz, and soften curls that are kinky or tight. Essentially, keratin products make it easier to straighten your hair.  Before you buy, make sure the keratin treatment does not use formaldehyde, ammonia, peroxide, or thioglycolate. Find products with silicone polymers. These will not damage hair, and they help the keratin lock onto the strands of hair for improved effect. Many keratin products contain amino acids that are also great for hair. These are natural and preferable to chemical solutions as they improve your hair's health while making curls more manageable.
A: Use a heat protectant. Apply smoothing serums after heating. Choose the right shampoo and conditioner. Research keratin treatment ingredients.

Q: To be fun and flirty, you want to be positive, upbeat, and genuine. Smiling at others as you pass them is an easy way to display these qualities. Do this all the time, and others will likely think you are fun and easygoing. Radiate your beautiful smile for the world to see, and you’ll seem confident and flirty.  If you are insecure about your smile, that’s okay! Smile in front of the mirror to practice. Try different techniques, like opening your mouth more or tilting your chin down slightly, until you find the smile that makes you feel the best. While walking down the street, keep a smile on your face the whole time. You can listen to positive music or look at nature around you to boost your mood if need be. For instance, don't constantly talk about how stressed or busy you are, but instead keep a lighthearted, optimistic attitude for life. This way, others will think you're upbeat and fun, and they'll likely want to be around you more often. For example, instead of saying something like "Man, this week sucked. I was so busy with work, I barely got to relax," try saying "Wow, am I glad it's Friday!" Another way to show your flirtatious side is to lock eyes with people when you meet them, rather than looking away. This shows enthusiasm and deepens your connection instantly. Making eye contact also displays confidence and a self-assured attitude, which often seems effortlessly flirty as well. For example, when you are buying your morning coffee, make eye contact with the barista and smile back at them. Oftentimes self-expression and self-assured behavior seems fun, flirty, and intriguing, so don’t be afraid to dance in public, make a bold decision, or express your opinion. Expressing yourself without any reservations can make others interested in getting to know you better. This is an easy way to get cuties to engage with you.  You can walk up to your crush and give them a note with your phone number. Try singing karaoke if you are at the bar with your friends. An effortless way to show your fun side is by finding humor in every situation. Laugh at other people's jokes and giggle at your own mistakes, for instance. This shows you have a lighthearted, playful attitude. For example, if you take the wrong exit while driving home from work, laugh to yourself rather than getting upset over the mistake.
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Smile often so you seem warm and approachable. Maintain a positive attitude so you seem fun and carefree. Make direct eye contact with everyone you meet. Express yourself without hesitation. Laugh and giggle all the time!