Exposure to hot temperatures on hair when blow-drying or ironing destroys the structure of our curls, making them brittle and lifeless. With the help of thermal protective agents, you protect your hair from the influence of these factors and preserve its health and beauty. Heat protection for hair is a special cosmetic product that is applied to clean strands to prevent damage during hot styling or drying.
Types of heat protection for hair from a hair dryer and ironing
Cosmetic products that are aimed at protecting curls from exposure to hot temperatures are divided into two main areas: some require rinsing with water, others remain on the hair. The first group includes products such as shampoo, conditioner, rinse with heat-protective properties, the second - cream, spray, mousse, oil, balm.
The choice of thermal protection products by hair type
Strands can be dry or oily, curly or straight, thick or sparse. Depending on these factors, a certain type of thermal protection is selected.
So, for example, for dry strands it is better to use indelible types of thermal protection in the form of oils or creams. They moisturize curls and make them softer and more manageable. The following products are suitable for this type of hair: Loreal Kerastase Nectar Termique cream, Markell thermal protection BB spray, Liv Delano spray, Matrix Total Results Sleek cream.
Dry hair is usually curly or wavy. The following types of thermal protection will help to moisturize and slightly straighten the curls: Professionnel Absolut Repair Lipidium cream from Loreal, Kerastase cream, Joico spray.
The above products are great if you have thick hair. In the case when the strands do not differ in puffiness and volume, and are also prone to greasy, it is recommended to use rinse-off products such as Matrix Heat Resist shampoo or conditioner, Chi 44 Iron Guard Shampoo, REVLON ProYou Repair shampoo.
The basic rule when choosing thermal protection: if you have dry hair - avoid products containing alcohol, if oily or normal - do not use products based on oils.
Thermal protection oil for hair
Oil-based hair protectors create an invisible film on the strands and prevent thinning of the structure. They have a number of common characteristics: they smooth out frizz, give hair a flowy look, neutralize static electricity, facilitate easy combing and styling, and make strands smooth and shiny. Such products consist mainly of a combination of essential and vegetable oils.
The following tools are popular:
- Oil-spray Thermal protection Oil Nutritive from GLISS KUR … Contains 8 essential oils, pomace from nut kernels, seeds and fruit pits. Has a sweet, pleasant aroma, does not weigh down the strands and is quickly absorbed.
- Oil Treatment by Hempz … Contains protein. Smoothes split ends, does not weigh hair down, is instantly absorbed, does not leave oily marks on clothes, protects hair from ultraviolet rays.
- Smoothing oil Iau Essence Sleek from LEBEL COSMETICS … Contains a combination of three nourishing oils: Jojoba, Avocado, Shea. The protective film created by the product does not allow unpleasant external odors to remain on the hair, protects it from the negative effects of the environment, from exposure to high temperatures during drying or styling, from ultraviolet rays.
Spray for thermal protection of hair from a hair dryer and curling iron
Sprays have a light texture, are evenly distributed on the hair, suitable for application on damp curls. But there is a significant drawback - almost all of them contain alcohol, which dries hair. Avoid sprays that contain Alcohol. Or choose products where this ingredient is listed at the end of the list, that is, its content in thermal protection is minimal.
The following sprays can be distinguished, the use of which will not harm your hair:
- Alterna Caviar Anti-aging Perfect Iron Spray … Protects curls from exposure to temperatures up to 230 ° C, promotes additional moisture, protects against the effects of humid air and helps to securely fix curly curls or strands pulled out by an iron. The downside is the price, the product is much more expensive than analogues.
- Kaaral Antifrizz Shine Colored Hair Spray … Protects hair from dryness, prevents damage to the hair shaft. Thanks to silk proteins, curls receive additional moisture and deep nourishment. Suitable for styling.
- Bosley Nutritious Spray … The hydrolyzed starch and vegetable protein included in the composition thickens the hair, makes the hair thicker and more voluminous, gives a natural shine; a special LifeXtend ™ complex prevents damage to follicles, promotes their regeneration and elimination of toxins. The product is aimed at adding volume to the hair, while making it smoother and more manageable.
- DS Stop Heat Spray by Sim Sensitive … Provides strong thermal protection to hair up to 220 ° C. Free of parabens and preservatives. Suitable for styling.
- Sexy Hair Thermal Protection Spray … Smoothes and conditions strands, effectively protects against high temperatures (up to 230 ° C), makes hair smooth and shiny, protects from humid air.
- Styling Thermotect spray by J Beverly Hills … Contains extracts of thyme, sage, rosemary, adds extra shine and light volume, does not contain parabens.
- RX Thermal Protection Multivitamin Spray from Caviar Repair … Contains vitamins A and C, special anti-aging hair complexes and color protection.
Restores existing damage, gives strength and provides light conditioning care.
Thermal hair cream
Thermal protection creams are suitable for curly and dry curls. They moisturize and nourish the strands, making them shinier and more manageable. As a rule, creams are quite liquid, they are easy to distribute to the curls with your hands, providing reliable protection for each hair.
If you have oily hair, it is not recommended to apply the product to the roots. Use it only when blow drying to protect the ends.
The best thermal protection is provided by the following creams:
- BC Bonacure Color Freeze Thermo Protect Cream by Schwarzkopf … It is aimed at protecting colored strands during styling with a hairdryer or curling iron, polishes the outer layer of the hair, gives softness and shine, helps to fix the dyeing result, provides up to 95% color retention.
- Elixir Ultime Beautifying oil cream by Kerastas … Deeply nourishes the curls and regenerates damaged areas, makes the strands softer, restores split ends, does not make the strands heavier or greasy, and protects from ultraviolet rays.
- Mega Sleek Blow Down Cream by Matrix … The product consists of ceramide compounds and shea butter, which intensively repair damage. Smoothes curls and prevents the formation of unwanted curls, makes the hairstyle moisture resistant.
- ThermalStyleHer by GKhair … Protects against the negative effects of hot devices and appliances (hair dryer, curling iron, comb and curlers), makes curls smoother.
Shampoo and conditioner for better thermal protection of hair
If blow-drying, hot-rolling or ironing is part of your daily scalp ritual, then rinse-off thermal protection is the best option for keeping your hair healthy.
Most sprays, creams and other indelible thermal products are based on a silicone component. The thermal conductivity of silicone is very low, so it protects the hair from damage by enveloping it and covering it with an invisible, thin film.
But at the same time, it makes the curls heavier and makes them susceptible to rapid pollution. To keep your hair naturally light and soft, it is best to use indelible heat protection in the form of shampoos, conditioners or rinses for daily use. They repair the damaged structure and keep the hair healthy when drying and styling.
The following tools can be distinguished that provide the best protection:
- Matrix Total Results Heat Resist Shampoo & Conditioner … Delicately cleanses curls, moisturizes and prepares for subsequent treatment with thermal tools.
- Shampoo by CocoChoco … Has a creamy texture, provides delicate and deep cleansing, effective care for damaged and colored strands, suitable for frequent use.
- Shampoo 44 Iron Guard Shampoo by CHI … Does not aggressively cleanse hair, completely removes styling products, dust and sebum products. The product contains silk proteins, vitamins A and E, panthenol, ceramic compounds, jojoba oil and olive oil. Shampoo reliably protects curls from damage during styling using thermal tools. Does not contain sulfates and parabens.
- Shampoo ProYou Repair by REVLON … It freely penetrates into the hair, restores and improves its structure, gives elasticity, stimulates the production of elastin and collagen. The product protects not only from the effects of hot temperatures, but also restores the structure of curls after using a hair dryer or ceramic iron.
The use of heat protection products for hair
Different types of thermal protection differ in the method of application and application. Some products can only be applied to dry hair, while others, on the contrary, only to wet hair. There are formulations for both straightening naughty strands and creating stable curls.
Using thermal ironing protection
For the owners of disobedient curls who swirl and do not want to lie in even rows, the appearance of ceramic irons has become a real salvation. They perfectly straighten strands, but at the same time damage their structure. Therefore, with this method of laying, it is necessary to use special thermal protective agents.
There are a whole series of products from various brands that are aimed at straightening curls with irons. These are mainly sprays, oils, serums and mousses. Such products are applied to dry, clean hair. Even if the product is equipped with a spray, you should not apply it directly to the hair, first spray your palms, rub the thermal protection and only then distribute it evenly over the strands.
Products that absorb quickly and dry instantly, such as Wella Aerosol, are not recommended to be applied all over the head right away. Cover the strands gradually as you iron.
Frequent use of the rectifier requires more detailed care:
- Wash your hair with a heat-protective shampoo and a suitable conditioner.
- Remove moisture with a towel and dry your hair with a hairdryer.
- Apply a smoothing protectant.
- Pull your hair out with an iron.
No matter how well the thermal protector protects against high temperatures, it is not recommended to heat the irons above 130 ° C.
Regularly apply regenerating masks and balms to your hair, they will strengthen the curls and protect them from damage.
Application of thermal protection for hair styling
Most heat protectants are not suitable for styling. Basically, their action is aimed at straightening the curls, giving them a smooth and flowing look. If you want to create a complex styling and not damage the strands, use special varnishes, mousses or sprays that protect the curls from exposure to high temperatures and retain their shape.
Such products are distributed to clean, dry hair immediately before styling with a curling iron or using a thermal curler.
Protection should be applied along the strands, for example, in order to securely fix the curls, the following actions are performed:
- Apply some of the product to your fingers.
- Take a strand of the desired thickness and lubricate it with thermal protection.
- Fix the curl with a curling iron or wrap it on hot rollers.
- Move on to the next strand.
Alfaparf Semi Di Lino Diamante Styling Illuminating Thermal Protector spray and Joico spray well retain their shape.
Some styling products contain pearlescent glitters, which add extra shine to hair and enhance the beauty of evening hairstyles.
How to use heat protection for dry hair
Dry hair requires special care. They are prone to breakage and splitting, harder and more unruly, unlike other types of hair. It is generally not recommended to dry such hair with a hairdryer, and even more so to curl it with tongs or pull it out with irons.
Therefore, when styling with thermal tools, it is important to pay special attention to the choice of protective products designed for dry hair. They will provide not only good straightening or curling, but also protect the curls from drying out and thinning.
When using heat styling, the following procedure is recommended to preserve the health of the curls:
- Shampoo your hair with a shampoo for your hair type.
- Apply a homemade moisturizing mask to strands for 20 minutes or use a ready-made cosmetic for dry hair.
- Rinse off with lukewarm water and apply a heat-protected fabric softener.
- Blot clean curls with a towel and spread heat protection cream or oil over the entire length.
- Blow dry.
Note! The leave-in product must be designed to be applied to damp hair! How to use thermal protective equipment - watch the video:
[media = https://www.youtube.com/watch? v = SXM_AEsfIUI] The creation of thermal protection for hair has significantly reduced damage to curls during daily drying and styling with hot appliances. However, thermal protective agents not only protect the strands, but also do not allow them to "breathe", wrapping them in a film. Therefore, do not forget about the usual masks for moisturizing, restoring and nourishing, they are necessary to preserve the youth and health of your hair.
