Photo Credit: Instagram via @therealmarcmendezArtist—Marc Mendez
By Rachael Gonzalez·November 04, 2025
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A perfect silk press balances slip, tension and controlled heat to create a smooth, reflective finish with movement and density through the ends. Celebrity stylist and salon owner Marc Mendez (@therealmarcmendez) proves the difference between “straight” and silky comes down to how you layer your product and control your tension. Here’s how to build slip, shine and longevity, without overloading the hair or frying the cuticle.
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