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In summer,casual curlsandbeach wavesare usually high on the beauty agenda.

Katie Holmes

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But suddenly were seeing the actor andGlamourcover starwith a completely different hairstyle.

So different that it makes for a complete texture change.

If you wanted to put the straightening iron aside for the summer, you might want to reconsider.

Katie Holmes Saisonopening American Ballet Theatre

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This makes what is supposedly a hard straight look appear softer.

High humidity, constant sweating, and many other factors create waves in the hair too quickly.

A goodheat protection sprayis essential for the look.

Redken Quick Blowout Heat Protectant Spray

Apply this generously before using yourstraightening iron.

For the best result, divide the hair into sections and straighten strand by strand.

This is the only way to verify you eliminate even the gentlest of waves.

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Now add some hair wax to the tips to prevent flyaway hairs.

To finish, use a shine spray to achieve that sleek look.

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Well be sure to give it a try.

This article originally appeared inGlamourGermany.

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