Every girl wants to be irresistible. When creating the perfect look, it is important that the curls look healthy and well-groomed. Popular styling methods often damage the hair structure, leaving it dry, brittle, and free from shine. To preserve natural beauty without giving up on a stylish hairstyle, you must definitely use thermal protection. The rating of the best thermal protection products for hair will help you choose the best option.
Content
- 1 How thermal styling affects hair structure
- 2 Rating of the best thermal protection products
- 2.1 GOT 2 B
- 2.2 Fluid Shine Thermal Protection Hair Spray Estel
- 2.3 WELLAFLEX Style and thermal protection
- 2.4 Kapous Professional Invisible Care
- 2.5 Heidi's Hot Styling Secrets
- 2.6 OLLIN Professional Curl & Smooth Hair SMOOTH Spray
- 2.7 Natura Siberica Oblepikha Siberica Sea buckthorn oil complex
- 2.8 Serum Schwarzkopf Professional
- 2.9 Lakme i-Tool Style Control Hot Iron Spray
- 2.10 Matrix Heat Buffer
- 2.11 L`oreal Professionnel Absolut Repair Lipidium Thermal Hair Cream
- 2.12 Kaaral Perfetto Style Straightening Hair Lotion with Thermal Protection Effect
- 3 How to choose and apply correctly. Professional advice
How thermal styling affects hair structure
Is it really necessary to use thermal protection when styling with a curling iron, iron or hairdryer? Maybe this is just a good move invented by marketers? Let's see what happens to the hair when heated.
Most household styling appliances operate in a temperature range of 120 to 220 degrees. Under the influence of such temperatures, micro-droplets of water inside the hair turn into steam. In this case, the softening of dense keratin plates occurs. The steam expands and deforms the layers, forming bubbles. European experts call this damage Bubble Hair (Bubble strands). Cooling down, the keratin becomes hard again, but does not return to its original shape, while becoming drier and more fragile. The resulting weaknesses and irregularities lead to tangled strands, which makes it difficult to comb. As a result, hair breaks and breaks. A single exposure to temperature will not cause noticeable damage. The process proceeds gradually, going through six main stages:
- the formation of weak points;
- tearing of the cuticle layer;
- detachment of keratin plates;
- opening of the cortex layer;
- bundles;
- break.
With the daily use of thermal styling, protective equipment should become constant companions of every girl. The use of oils, conditioners, mousses, emulsions will help protect curls from excessive heat and damage.
Thermal protection - what is it and how it works
Cosmetic products to protect hair from overheating contain oils, silicones and polymers that do not conduct heat well. When applied correctly, the finest film forms on the hair surface. When heated during styling, the film will partially evaporate, allowing you to give the strands the desired shape while preventing water microdroplets inside the hair from passing into a vapor state. The rod temperature does not reach critical values, water does not boil under the cuticular layer, and weak spots are not formed. The curls remain beautiful and healthy.
Remember that wet hair is more sensitive to temperatures above 100 degrees. Even with thermal protection, it is recommended to lightly dry the curls before styling.
Most thermal protection products contain additional care components.High-quality products, as a rule, contain UV filters, vitamin mixtures, natural proteins, aromatic oils, additives that help wash off the remains of the silicone film.
Advantages of thermal protective agents:
- suitable for frequent use;
- protect not only from the effects of temperature during laying, but also from the aggressive effects of sunlight during the beach season;
- allow colored strands to retain pigment longer;
- help restore damaged hair structure;
- prevent curls from tangling, facilitate combing, styling;
- large selection of release forms;
- you can choose a product for any type of hair;
- many have a styling effect.
Disadvantages:
- quite high cost, on average, about 400 rubles will have to be paid for a 150ml bottle;
- applied only to clean strands;
- lengthen the styling time;
- it is better to choose protective and care products of the same line.
Stylists recommend using thermal protection not only for styling, but also for everyday blow-drying.
Thermal protectors fall into three main categories:
- Washable - used before shampooing or before rinsing;
- Leave-ons are applied to the curls before combing or immediately before hot styling, consist of two groups of components: for moisturizing and protection;
- Folk remedies.
| Type of funds | Release form | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Washable | shampoos conditioners balms masks | better for oily scalp do not weigh down the hair |
| Not washable | sprays lotions emulsions mousses foams | better for dry hair solder split ends contain healthy oils and fat-soluble vitamins |
| Folk | masks | you can choose a recipe for any type of hair |
Folk remedies include masks made from natural products, which also allow you to create a protective film on the surface of the hair that prevents overdrying. For example, sour cream, gelatin, milk, sea salt. Introducing the top 3 most popular homemade thermal mask recipes.
Folk remedies for thermal protection
The sour cream mask has proven itself to be effective in caring for dry, thin, brittle hair, after perm and dyeing procedures. For cooking, you need 5-100 grams of 25% sour cream, two tablespoons of olive oil. Mix thoroughly until smooth. Apply to clean, damp hair. The duration of the active action is 35 minutes. Then the head must be thoroughly rinsed with warm water.
Requires a preliminary test for an allergic reaction. Suitable for all hair types. For cooking, you will need 10 grams of gelatin, 200 ml of warm water, 5 ml of a nourishing hair balm. Dissolve gelatin in water, add balm, mix thoroughly, close with a lid, leave for 10-15 minutes. The mixture is applied with a brush, 5 mm back from the roots. After application, you need to put on a plastic cap or cover your head with a film. The exposure time is 40 minutes. Rinse off thoroughly with warm running water. After rinsing, a dense protective layer forms on the hair surface.
Milk yeast mask is suitable for all hair types. You will need to dissolve one tablespoon of gelatin and the same amount of live yeast in a glass of warm milk. The mixture should be infused for thirty minutes. The mask is applied with a brush or hands on clean, damp strands, then insulated. Action time - half an hour. Wash off with cool running water.
Rating of the best thermal protection products
In any specialty store, there is a very wide selection of thermal protection products. The rating of the funds recognized as the best in the price-quality ratio will help you navigate in it:
GOT 2 B
Opens the GOT2B leave-in spray collection. The Schwarzkopf product has a straightening, smoothing effect. Recommended as thermal protection when using an iron and a hair dryer. Average price: 300 rubles.
Advantages:
- creates a good level of protection;
- bright design;
- pleasant aroma;
- the straightening effect lasts up to 4 days;
- easy to apply.
Disadvantages:
- if the scalp is of an oily type, when applied to the root zone, the spray creates a feeling of dirtiness and stickiness;
- not suitable for very thick hair with a thick shaft;
- volume 200ml.
Fluid Shine Thermal Protection Hair Spray Estel
This is a product from Estel. It is positioned as a spray conditioner with light hold and thermal protection. Average retail price: 400 rubles.
Advantages:
- good level of protection against temperature effects;
- easy fixation;
- contains silk proteins;
- antistatic effect;
- there is no alcohol in the composition;
- convenient dispenser.
Disadvantages:
- not effective when laying with temperatures above 180 degrees;
- the protective cap easily flies off the dispenser;
- not suitable for oily hair.
WELLAFLEX Style and thermal protection
One of the best-selling products on the mass market is Wella's hot styling spray. The two-phase liquid is suitable for creating styling with any styling devices. Average price: 350 rubles.
Advantages:
- creates a good level of thermal protection;
- contains a moisturizing complex;
- there are UV filters;
- for all hair types;
- antistatic effect;
- persistent fixation;
- easy to apply, well distributed over the entire length of the hair.
Disadvantages:
- specific smell;
- cannot be used after keratin straightening;
- with active spraying, it is easy to obtain a sticking effect.
Kapous Professional Invisible Care
The budget, leave-in spray for daily use of Kapous. Can be used to style any hair type. Average price: 280 rubles.
Advantages
- excellent protective effect when using stylers in gentle and medium modes;
- protects colored strands from color loss;
- can be sprayed on dry and damp curls;
- easy fixation without gluing;
- contains an antistatic agent;
- floral perfume composition.
disadvantages
- volume 100 ml;
- with constant use, additional use of moisturizers is required.
Heidi's Hot Styling Secrets
Continues the review of thermal protection products "Heidi Hot Styling Secrets", TAFT. The spray can be used to style unruly, fine, combination, normal, curly hair. Average price: 370 rubles.
Advantages:
- can be used on wet and dry curls;
- convenient spray;
- protection up to 220 degrees;
- contains hydrolyzed silk, a complex of proteins;
- persistent fixation 24 hours;
- two spray options;
- volume 250 ml.
disadvantages
- dries hair somewhat;
- may cause allergic reactions.
OLLIN Professional Curl & Smooth Hair SMOOTH Spray
Thermal protection from the domestic manufacturer Ollin Professional. In addition to the spray, the line includes shampoo and conditioner. With complex use, the protection effect is significantly higher. Designed for unruly, curly hair. Average price: 300 rubles.
Advantages:
- protection up to 220 degrees;
- straightening and smoothing effect up to 24 hours;
- can be applied to dry as well as damp hair;
- does not stick together curls.
Disadvantages:
- somewhat complicates the movement of some stylers along the strand;
- specific smell.
Natura Siberica Oblepikha Siberica Sea buckthorn oil complex
This oil with a thermal protection effect from a Russian manufacturer of natural care cosmetics is suitable for combination, dry and colored hair. Apply to damp hair. Average price: 400 rubles.
Advantages:
- cumulative effect;
- restores hair structure;
- good level of thermal protection at temperatures up to 180 degrees;
- corrects split ends;
- gives shine;
- nourishes dry hair, strengthens fine hair;
- has an organic basis;
- no SLS parabens.
Disadvantages:
- not very convenient packaging;
- volume 50 ml;
- not suitable for oily hair.
Serum Schwarzkopf Professional
This composition is a thermal protective serum from a well-known German brand.The tool helps to fix the styling well, while it is almost not felt. Suitable for all types, but best of all shows its properties on thin unruly curls, making hair visually thicker and more voluminous. Average cost: 1075 rubles.
Advantages:
- excellent protection against overheating;
- suitable for weak, split ends;
- creates protection from the cold;
- good level of fixation without sticking strands;
- nice smell;
- easy to apply.
Disadvantages:
- volume 200 ml;
- high price.
Lakme i-Tool Style Control Hot Iron Spray
Spray for straightening all hair types with an iron or hairdryer works great for fine, unruly curly, stiff curls. Spray the product onto dry strands before using the styler. Average price: 900 rubles.
Advantages:
- excellent thermal protection when heated to 230 degrees;
- without smell;
- there are UV filters;
- paraben free;
- permanent fixation without gluing;
- moisture resistant;
- easy to apply.
Disadvantages:
- not always commercially available.
Matrix Heat Buffer
This tool is a premium product from Matrix. Can be used on all hair types. Works great in tandem with a curling iron, hairdryer. Average price: 900 rubles.
Advantages:
- high level of thermal protection;
- sulfate-free;
- persistent fixation;
- can be used as a texturizing agent;
- does not contain SLS parabens;
- makes combing easier;
- enriched with vitamins;
- convenient dispenser;
- gives shine;
- contains a moisturizing complex.
Disadvantages:
- when applied by hand, a film remains on the skin.
L`oreal Professionnel Absolut Repair Lipidium Thermal Hair Cream
Among the various products for protecting hair from overheating, this one stands out in that it has an instant recovery effect. When treated with a warm air stream, damaged hair is straightened, the surface layer is smoothed. This is the merit of the Lipidum used in the complex.
When using the product at the time of styling, a number of effects are achieved: the hair gains strength and at the same time softness, its natural shine remains. And the installation process itself becomes easier.
The average cost is 900 rubles.
Advantages:
- Combines the functions of protection and hair styling, which means that no additional funds are required;
- The effect is achieved instantly and lasts up to 5 times of shampooing;
- No gluing effect.
Disadvantages:
- It is necessary to strictly observe the measure when applying, otherwise the effect of dirty hair will be obtained.
Kaaral Perfetto Style Straightening Hair Lotion with Thermal Protection Effect
This double-acting product (straightening and protection from hot air) is made on a water basis, which guarantees its structure lightness, and the hair - no weighting effect. Each hair becomes smooth and shiny, and the result is preserved until the next shampooing. Application should be done immediately before using a hair dryer or other thermal devices for drying and styling.
Cost - from 1000 rubles.
Advantages:
- Lightweight texture does not stick hair;
- Spreads evenly and detangles hairs;
- Economical consumption.
Disadvantages:
- There is no fixation effect.
How to choose and apply correctly. Professional advice
Sometimes the purchase of thermal protection from a well-known brand with many positive reviews turns into disappointment simply because all the features of the hair type were not taken into account when choosing, or the product was used incorrectly.
Professionals recommend following a few simple rules to ensure that protective equipment is of maximum benefit:
- indelible protections are applied only to clean curls. Residues of other caring, fixing or decorative cosmetics in combination with thermal protection can lead to the opposite effect, up to burns and destruction of strands.
- choose products that are completely suitable for your hair type, it is best to consult with a specialist, especially if you have recently had any cosmetic procedures.
- try to use gentle styler modes, even if using sprays with a high level of protection. The maximum recommended heating temperature for the iron is only 130 degrees.
- Before using the thermal protection after shampooing, be sure to rinse your hair well with clean cool water. Then blot the strands with a towel. If you use products with fixing, carefully disassemble and comb the curls first.
- Apply light sprays or foams with UV filters before prolonged sun exposure.
- Before going to bed, comb your hair with a fine comb to remove any residual protective film.
- most products are applied from the middle to the ends, and only at the end on the root zone. If the scalp is of an oily type, no thermal protection is applied directly to the roots, leaving 1-2 cm free.
- it is recommended to select the same line of protective and care products.
- if you have sensitive skin, test for allergic reactions before applying thermal protection.
- be sure to check the expiration date and integrity of the packaging, pay special attention to the attachment of the dispenser.
- follow the manufacturer's recommendations not only for use, but also for the storage of thermal protection.
In order for your hair to shine with beauty and health, despite the frequent use of an iron or hair dryer, do not forget to use thermal protection products. A variety of release forms, composition and texture will allow you to choose the best option for your hair, taking into account all the features. Thermal protection must be used in accordance with basic rules. Then the styling will be perfect, and the curls are obedient and shiny.
