A pressing method that uses more heat and pressure is known as a

• A. Soft press
• B. Double press
• C. Hard press
• D. Normal press

Answer: (C)

In pressing hair, how straight the hair becomes depends on how much heat and pressure you apply. The method that uses the most heat and pressure is considered the hard press. This approach delivers the strongest straightening effect, making very curly or resistant hair look the straightest and stay straight longer. It’s best when gentler methods can’t fully smooth the curl, but it also carries a higher risk of heat damage, so it requires careful technique and protection for the hair.

A soft press uses less heat and pressure, leaving more natural texture. A normal press uses standard levels. A double press involves an additional pressing step but isn’t defined by higher heat than a hard press.