To maintain your silk press style, "wrap the hair in a circular motion around the head using pins to secure sleekness. Then using a silk bonnet when sleeping to prevent frizz," Bautista says.

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As a Black woman who grew up in Louisiana, a silk press will always bring a smile to my face. I remember feeling excited chills when my mom would drop me off for my standing Thursday hair appointment.