How To Straighten Type 4 Natural Hair at Home | Silk Press and Trim on Short Natural Hair

Hey y'all, welcome back/to my channel! In today's video, I will be showing you all an updated silk press tutorial. I have not straightened my hair in over a year and I was excited to see how much my hair has grown since my last video. In this video, I will be blow drying my hair, straightening it with the flat iron, and giving myself a good trim before styling. I hope you all enjoy the video and find it useful. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, give the video a THUMBS UP, and SHARE with a friend!
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I am a natural hair enthusiast! I have been natural since January of 2014 and have experienced the ups and downs of styling my natural hair. I want to inspire you to embrace your natural hair in the workplace unapologetically, so I will be sharing everything I have learned so far about natural hairstyles, growing and maintaining healthy hair, and how to sometimes do it yourself!
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[@thatgirlemmy333]

Your smile is literally one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen.

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much!!! 💕

[@michellefrazier3288]

You do an extremely thorough job with your trim! I love it 🖤 So full and healthy!

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! 💕 It does takes time, but I love the results!

[@mamafylees3344]

You did an EXCELLENT JOB on your hair from start to finish

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much! 💕

[@tj817]

I say it every week, thank you simple how to videos!! We need these. I happen to watch an earlier video of yours the other day, gurl the growth of your hair! Amazing!

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much! 💕 Yeeesss, it has grown A LOT!

[@TinyyyTheDon]

You reppin NC?? Girl I’m 704 whoop 🙌🏾 🎉

[@StarringLia]

Yeeeessss!!! 💕

[@thequeendiva72]

You remind me of like the Cute little Sister next door 🤗 🤗. Here's a little tip. When i get a silk press or a press and curl. Wait aren't they basically kind of the same thing? 🤣 🤣. But i would roll mine at night with some satin pillow rollers i got off Amazon. They're Pink with White polka dots. They are a Lifesaver and keep me from using heat after i get a press and curl or silk press but those rollers i swear they make your curls last a month if not longer. Sometimes i would pin curl it but the rollers are my go to for longer lasting curls. STAY SAFE EVERYONE.

[@StarringLia]

Thank you!!! 💕 Yes, you are so right! I ended up rolling it throughout the week to maintain it! It really does help!

[@thequeendiva72]

@@StarringLia I just caught that part where you said you're scared of Titanium flat irons. Me too like terrified since my hair strands are breakage prone. Red by Kiss makes a Silicone flat iron that goes to 450 degrees. The Silicone plates are suppose to help protect the hair from heat damage so they say but i'll see when i get my new one.

[@StarringLia]

Lol yes I did say that!! Let me know how that flat iron works for you because I would definitely try it out if it works!!

[@charlenemoody6881]

OMG ..so much Nubian magic in this video. Gorgeous 👑.. Love your hair and your thorough explanation. This is one of the best tutorials I've ever seen. Amazing job with that trim. Hitting all those angles. Love it and def feeling alot more brave to tackle this on my own.

[@StarringLia]

Awwww, thank you so much!!! I’m so glad I could encourage you to take this project on!!! 💕

[@bri20062011]

Gurl u did a good job! I enjoyed this video. Going to try and silk press my hair today.

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! Let me know how it turns out! 💕

[@ladest27ify]

Just a question, Sis? Why do you consider your hair short? I'm thinking if you can place your strands in a ponytail/goes past your jawline, it's not all that short... 🤔. Is that a cosmetology thing like the blonde definition when the hair looks brown to me? I like your video overall; research for maintaining my daughter's hair!

[@StarringLia]

Thank you for pointing that out! Prior to my second big chop, I had long hair (mid back) for most of my life. I guess I should say medium length! 💕 My hair has not been colored. The gel does appear brown but it dries clear! Thank you so much for watching!

[@currystastykitchen]

wow you did a great job. Hair is flourishing. Keep up the good work!

[@StarringLia]

Thank you sooo much! 💕

[@TamekiaPratt]

North Carolina ✊🏾✊🏾

[@StarringLia]

👏🏽✊🏽

[@Marlin-mn9xe]

Beautiful 🥰 and the best part of it you did it yourself 👌

[@StarringLia]

Yes, thank you so much! 💕

[@imeldamayer-taylor2783]

Amazing job 👏😍👏. Thank you for your tips on straightening hair at home. I have to do it myself . No salons here for natural textured hair . I live in Austria .

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much! 💕Let me know how it turns out! I know that must be challenging.

[@LizNyk]

You helped me trim my dead ends thank you!!❤️💕

[@StarringLia]

I’m so glad it was helpful!!! 💕 You’re so welcome!

[@SherriTVB14]

Yassss!!!! The bounce, body and shine 🔥

[@StarringLia]

Thank youuuu! 💕

[@juneyforeman3608]

Excellent tutorial. You are beautiful and so is your hair. Thanks so much❤

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much for the kind words and love! 💕

[@Harlem2Detroit]

Love your hair and your music playlist !!!!! Lol 🎉

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! Lol 💕

[@jasminepeele2802]

Okay so when the booking site going up? 😂 and did we get that stress spot from Joe? I’m so impressed every time you post! Keep them coming!!

[@StarringLia]

Lol I’m not planning on it!! Yeeesss, we did! My mom said we all got it from her!! Thank you so much! 🥰

[@Itzfabousso]

I love her smiillleeeee so adorableee🥰😆

[@StarringLia]

Thank you soooo much! 💕

[@RadicalforGod]

Titanium iron a big tip. Your hair is healthy and beautiful.

[@StarringLia]

Thank you sooo much! 💕

[@RadicalforGod]

@@StarringLia you’re welcome! 🤩

[@playgirlxxxlele1966]

NC gang 💯💕

[@StarringLia]

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💕

[@deeangi4489]

Simply beautiful!!!🧸 Godbless

[@StarringLia]

Thank you!!! 💕

[@AllyChoco]

First to like and comment😍😌

[@StarringLia]

Thank youuu! 💕

[@brioneejohnson8090]

Your hair looks healthy

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much!! 💕

[@susanjaworski9728]

Very informative and such a beautiful young lady, I enjoyed your video very much!

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much! I’m glad it was helpful! 💕

[@robinthickeboyd6736]

Wonderful job☺️

[@StarringLia]

Thank you!! 💕

[@yaniquewilson8362]

😊❤ awwh too cute need something like this

[@StarringLia]

Thank you!! 💕

[@JayMoReads]

Sooo good!

[@StarringLia]

Thank you!! 💕

[@lavonnepruitt3905]

Beautiful transformation

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! 💕

[@LaShondaLaShell]

I like your technique and the outcomes.

[@StarringLia]

Thank youuu! 💕

[@LaShondaLaShell]

@@StarringLia you are very welcome

[@shayreneechannel2183]

Oh yeah you did clip your ends good job girl

[@StarringLia]

Thank you!! 💕

[@shayreneechannel2183]

😃

[@malayaburton6416]

Your smile is so cute love 🌘w🌒

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much! 💕

[@towandaspeight6775]

great job, time for me to trim as well, dreading it tho bc im a 4c-d with coily hair...and its thick..n yes im fro nc as well so ik abt tht humidity...lol

[@StarringLia]

I just trimmed my hair again and it feels so good!! Lol I know how stressful it can be to trim our type of hair but it gets better lol 💕The humidity took my most recent style away but I was able to finesse it 🤣

[@towandaspeight6775]

Ok...so I wash and trimmed my hair n blew it out..n I'm so happy of the growth..dnt let shrinkage fool u ladies..lol

[@StarringLia]

Yeeeesss!!! So true 💕

[@maitai7375]

Pin curl your hair after you do the bumps. It’ll last longer.

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! 💕

[@monyrice]

NC gang!!!!

[@StarringLia]

Yes ma’am! 👏🏽💕

[@chickwitthagoodies]

Yassss this is too cute

[@StarringLia]

Thank you sooo much! 💕

[@imsofrugal4838]

Beautiful !!

[@StarringLia]

Thank you so much! 💕

[@sendye.9695]

I'm from NC , do you fo hair for other people. Because I am looking for a natural hairstyler

[@StarringLia]

Hello 👋🏽 unfortunately, I do not. 💕

[@sendye.9695]

@@StarringLia ok 😞

[@danielesantosbaixinha8867]

Meu Deus, que preta linda e sorriso encantador.. amei um beijo do Rio de janeiro- Brasil

[@chickwitthagoodies]

It's so pretty

[@StarringLia]

Thank you sooo much! 💕

[@priscilafelix6388]

Excellente! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@StarringLia]

Thank you sooo much! 💕

[@aprilaskew7905]

Love it! ❤️

[@StarringLia]

Thank you!! 💕

[@NaomiHyde]

Where did you get your blow dryer attachment for the silver bird

[@StarringLia]

I got it from my local beauty supply store! It’s a universal comb attachment! 💕

[@ms.g1791]

How long did your hair last with your silk press? I live in Georgia and the humidity is CRAZY. . .💀

[@StarringLia]

It lasted about a week and the humidity took it! 💕

[@blessed6318]

You are pretty. GOD bless ❤❤❤

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! ❤️

[@Anto-et4tv]

what's the name of the blow drying comb that your using? I have a silver bird and can't find a comb that fits it.

[@StarringLia]

It’s an Annie universal comb attachment! 💕

[@daviniahoughton8470]

Beautiful ❤️

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! 💕

[@anouchkakamate8837]

Woww beauty hair !

[@StarringLia]

Thank youuu! 💕

[@oreoanna1]

❤❤❤❤

[@Harlem2Detroit]

How often do you style your hair like this? Thanks

[@StarringLia]

I silk press my hair at least once a year! Sometimes twice. 💕

[@ladyelevator5693]

Awww so cute👍🏽

[@StarringLia]

Thank youuuu!! 💕

[@_kayshawty_]

How do you open straight lines on your own hair

[@StarringLia]

I like to use a rat tail comb and it helps with practice! 💕

[@valenciawalker6498]

Great Job

[@StarringLia]

Thank youuu!! 💕

[@janetdiallo501]

Are the products used optional or do you need to use it

[@StarringLia]

You can exchange the products for the brands you prefer. However, you should always shampoo, condition, and use a heat protectant! 💕

[@sirlenenobioferreira7929]

Parabéns, você é show! Queria ter essa habilidade?🥰👍🙏

[@cathmemo5115]

Hallo dear how much do they sell that I iron .please

[@StarringLia]

Hey! It’s around $70 on Amazon 💕

[@RadicalforGod]

Beautiful 🤩

[@StarringLia]

Thank you!! 💕

[@RadicalforGod]

@@StarringLia you’re welcome! 💕

[@gracejanedostou7595]

What do you use on your hair and what kind of straightener do you use?

[@StarringLia]

Hello! 💕 Here are the products and tools I used: Shea Moisture JBCO Shampoo amzn.to/37xHV6b Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Masque amzn.to/3btF2Ez Design Essentials Natural Bamboo & Silk HCO Strengthening Conditioner amzn.to/3COppUk Design Essentials Silk amzn.to/3rQDrib Silk Elements Megasilk amzn.to/39MbJNn Wet Brush amzn.to/37Kn2EU ConairPro Silverbird Dryer amzn.to/3ubGsfT HairArt H3000 Tourmaline Ceramic Straightening Iron, 1 3/8" amzn.to/3zKxnvs Jamaican Black Castor Oil amzn.to/3sodU0v EBIN Edge Control amzn.to/3dgW9Kw

[@ms.g1791]

How often are you able to do this on your hair without losing your natural curl pattern?

[@StarringLia]

Typically, I straighten my hair once a year! I have done it twice, but I wouldn’t do it more than 2x if your hair seems to not revert completely back! 💕

[@ms.g1791]

@Starring Lia thanks! I recently straightened it and clipped my horrible ends (much needed) for a big interview but I didn't want to clip so much. Ad a result I'm sure I left some damaged ends and wondered if I should do it again. But I still have a few strands that didn't snap back so it's probably not so wise so soon. You mentioned clipping your hair every six months I believe...that must be with your curls still bouncing?

[@StarringLia]

I clip them when I notice that they are getting bad. I do not go longer than 6 months and have even clipped my ends every 3 months depending on how often I’m manipulating my hair. I have also clipped my hair on blown out hair before too. It takes more patience and concentration though.

[@ms.g1791]

@Starring Lia yes, my hair is exactly like yours and in length. Prior to my natural journey years ago my hair was down to my butt so ...patience...I get it. Lol but now I have small kids so "patience " takes on a whole different form!!!! Lol thanks for the advice 😄

[@purpgodthelilspazz]

Looks great BUT with the right products and less oil , hot comb it would really be a silk press . This is more of an older way to do it and it’s not as bouncy

[@purpgodthelilspazz]

This is a year ago so you’ve probably gotten more advanced

[@StarringLia]

Thank you for sharing this info! I recently went to a professional to get a silk press and learned a lot of information about products. Because I was using heavy creams and oils before silk pressing, they may not have been completely out of the hair as it could take up to a month for the hair to not rely on those products for moisture. I believe that is why I had trouble with poofiness. The stylist told me that the poofiness occurs because the hair looks for moisture in the air. I will be doing a video about hair products soon based on what I have learned! 💕

[@purpgodthelilspazz]

@@StarringLia I totally don’t pay attention to the time frame when you did it and it’s been a year. I’m about to silk press mine today and I’m nervous. I wear fros alot

[@StarringLia]

Let me know how it turns out! 💕

[@Ninio.]

Hey I wanted to ask a question, like I have mid back length and 4C hair but every single time I try to silk press or just straighten my hair it doesn’t shine and it doesn’t move, like it seems stiff I also try to put curls in my hair but I think I damaged my hair by doing so, so can I please get some tips on how to give it shine, body and like bounciness. Please anyone 🥺

[@StarringLia]

Hey 👋🏽 do you put heavy oils on your hair before flat ironing? Also, it is helpful to shampoo several times before conditioning to remove all the buildup that can weigh the hair down. 💕

[@Ninio.]

@@StarringLia yes before I use to put a lot of oils and Vaseline in. And thanks for the tips I’ll try it next time, also u just gained a new subscriber ❤️

[@StarringLia]

The oils and Vaseline will cause the hair to be stiff and some oils can fry the hair when flat ironing. I hope this helps! 💕

[@StarringLia]

Welcome!!! 💕🎉

[@yaziryperez2382]

Noay May feel

[@TM-yt4fu]

🥰

[@samanthajahjoyadonis3166]

That ain't short....u got inches

[@StarringLia]

Lol thank you! 💕

[@user-zx5xw4yw2e]

Ya going to cosmetology school ??

[@StarringLia]

No, I am not! 💕

[@user-zx5xw4yw2e]

@@StarringLia That's ok..u don't to. A license doesn't make one good at their craft. N vice versa. You got it though.

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! 💕

[@berthaholley5334]

Beautiful!❤️

[@StarringLia]

Thank you! 💕