How to properly use a heat protectant?
For better results
A heat protectant for hair is like SPF for the face; it needs to be used all year round, and not just during the hot scorching sun. Especially when it comes to hot styling at high temperatures and even blow-drying.
Thermal protective agents are divided into wash-off and leave-in based on the method of use. The second group is more used and popular, because it includes the spray that is used most often. In addition to the spray, this also includes oils, fluids, lotions, creams containing thermoactive components.
Products from the group of rinse-off thermal protective agents are shampoos, conditioners and conditioners, which also contain thermal protective components that work while the product is left on the hair.
What is the working principle of a thermal protectant?
The main principle of thermal protection is known: the product envelops the hair. This is how all cosmetic products function. But what happens next? The product redistributes heat through components that conduct it poorly, that is, the hair heats up slowly and gradually, and thanks to this, it is less damaged, and the water evaporates more slowly.
Anastasia Zolotaya , a top hair stylist with 6 years of experience, the creator of many courses, a beauty blogger with an audience of 126 thousand subscribers, and also a judge of our fight without rules - PRO Beauty Battle Hair, told how to use thermal protection correctly.
In addition, the master shared an interesting life hack for applying the product for better results.
Thermal protection is a foundation, almost like a makeup base, so I recommend using it every time. It envelops the hair with a protective film, and it does not dry out when in contact with hot appliances!
Thermal protection can be applied to both dry and wet hair, but it must be dried with a towel to avoid excess water. Then the remedy will work.
You need to apply thermal protection from a distance of about 20-30 cm so that it is distributed throughout your hair and does not form stains!
I also recommend applying heat protectant in layers if you are styling on dry hair, and be sure to comb it through with a comb so that the product dries faster. When applied, the hair will be slightly damp, but the thermal protection is quickly absorbed!
I do not recommend applying the product to wet hair and letting it dry naturally. If you have applied heat protection, it is better to immediately dry your hair with a hairdryer, since after drying naturally your hair will look stale.
A video example of use can be seen in the post: