I am natural and I press my hair with the hot comb using a portable oven burner. Make sure your hair is completely dry before you put the comb to your hair. I use Aveda products; and prior to pressing my hair it has been prepped with:
1. Aveda Elixi Leave-on conditioner
2. Aveda Damage Remedy (heat protectant)
3. Aveda Light Elements Smoothing Fluid (silicone serum)
In my fotki, I give tips on how I press my hair.