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Is heat styling bad for my hair?

A woman seen from behind with layered, shoulder-length dark brown hair against a pink and lilac background.

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Frequent high heat can dry and damage hair, so use a heat protectant, choose low to moderate temperatures and give your hair breaks between sessions. A blow-dryer on a moderate setting is enough for most Korean-style looks, and a short burst of cool air at the end helps set the shape. If you use a curling iron or straightener on a fringe, keep each pass brief.

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