You might think you can get away without a heat protectant. You'd be wrong! Heat protectants are essential in any hairstylists' kit, and the newest innovative formulas double as leave-in conditioners, detanglers, and stylers too. “Heat protectants add a protective barrier between your hair cuticle and your styling tool and work to prevent breakage, fight frizz, and smooth your cuticle making your hair look soft and shiny,” explains Amber Fillerup Clark, hairstylist turned influencer and founder of Dae. “This protective barrier allows hair to heat up slowly, rather than suddenly, which prevents hair damage."
We're not here to tell you to stop using your blow dryers, straighteners, or curling irons, but if you’re going to heat style your hair, make sure you know the basics of heat protection. For example, there’s no need to drench your hair in it—just be sure you use enough product to apply to the mid-shaft through the ends of your hair. Really focus on those ends, which tend to be more susceptible to damage, says Nuriel Abramov, hairstylist and owner of Numi Salon.
Each product below is a little different, but the core goal of protecting your hair against heat damage remains the same. Shop the very best heat protectant sprays and creams for all hair types and styles, ahead.
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