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Right, so you wanna chat about heat protectant spray. I’ve been kickin’ around this digital publishing game for, what, twenty-odd years now. Seen fads come and go, enough hair fiascos to write a whole book. People wreckin’ their hair, then wonderin’ why it looks like a dog’s breakfast. The whole dang thing, you know?
Always hear folks yammerin’ on about their flat irons. The new ones, the old ones. How hot they get. And I just sit there, sippin’ my lukewarm coffee, thinkin’, “You ain’t thinkin’ about the real problem, are ya, mate?” Nah, you’re not. They’re just lookin’ for that instant gratification. Hair smooth, hair shiny. For a minute, anyway.
Then they come back, hair lookin’ like a witch’s broomstick. All fried ends and dullness. “What happened?” they ask. Like I’m some kinda wizard. I just give ’em the look. The one that says, “You didn’t listen, did you?” It’s a classic, always plays.
You gotta protect the hair. It ain’t rocket science. It’s just a bit of common sense, really. Folks treat their hair like it’s made of steel, but it’s more like a delicate silk shawl. You wouldn’t throw that in a bonfire, would you? Didn’t think so.
Heat protectant spray. People scoff sometimes. “Another product,” they mutter. Like it’s some conspiracy to empty their wallets. Bless their cotton socks. It’s a shield, plain and simple. An invisible guard, that’s what it is. Keeps the heat from frying your strands to a crisp.
What’s the Big Deal About Heat, Anyway?
Well, you blast a hairdryer at 400 degrees on wet hair, or clamp down with a flat iron that’s hotter than a summer road in Texas. What do you think happens? That water in your hair, it boils. Explodes, pretty much. Damages the cuticles. Makes it rough, brittle, liable to snap off like a dry twig.
Ever notice that sizzle? That smell? Not good. That’s your hair complainin’. Screamin’, actually. Every single time. And you keep on doin’ it. It’s like slammin’ your car into a brick wall every day and wonderin’ why the bumper’s lookin’ a bit dodgy.
I’ve had clients, bless ’em, tell me they just “do it quick.” Quick or slow, the heat’s the heat, ain’t it? It don’t care how fast you are. It’s got a job to do. To cook.
It doesn’t matter if your hair’s fine or thick as a horse’s tail. It all needs lookin’ after. The fine stuff, it’ll toast quicker. The thick stuff, it’ll take more punishment before it gives up the ghost, but it’ll give up eventually.
Is there a perfect temperature to use hot tools?
People ask me this all the time. “What’s the magic number?” they say. Like there’s some secret handshake. Look, it depends on your hair type, doesn’t it? Fine hair, lower heat. Course hair, maybe a bit more. But if you’re not using a decent heat protectant spray, it barely matters. You’re just pickin’ your poison. I usually tell ’em, “Keep it under 375 Fahrenheit if you can help it. If it ain’t workin’, then maybe nudge it up, but only with some proper heat protectant on there.”
Tresemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray
Now, some folks think you gotta spend a king’s ransom for anything good. And yeah, sometimes that’s true. But then you got your workhorses, don’t you? Tresemmé. Everyone knows Tresemmé. You see it in every dang supermarket aisle. It’s the dependable old pickup truck of the hair world. Not fancy, doesn’t try to be. But it gets the job done.
I remember this one lass, swore by the high-end stuff, spent a fortune. Her hair was still lookin’ a bit frazzled. Told her, “Just try this,” shoves a bottle of Tresemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray at her. She looked at me like I’d just offered her a bucket of mud. A week later, she’s back, hair lookin’ healthier. “It actually worked!” she exclaimed. Like it was some kinda miracle. Bless her. It’s just simple science, mate. It forms a barrier. That’s all. Pretty good for a few quid, too.
Does heat protectant spray actually work?
You bet your boots it does. It’s not just snake oil. These things, they contain silicones, polymers, things that disperse the heat, spread it out. Reduce friction. Keep the moisture from boomin’ out of your strands. It’s like putting on sunscreen before you go out in the blistering sun. You can still get a tan, but you’re a whole lot less likely to look like a lobster.
I’ve seen hair transformed. From straw to silk. Not overnight, mind. Takes time, takes consistency. But it happens. Trust me on this one. I’ve been watching hair cycles for longer than some of these influencers have been alive.
GHD Heat Protect Spray
Now, if you’re gonna go for the big guns, the fancy tools, like the GHD flat irons everyone bangs on about, then you might as well use their own stuff. It makes sense, doesn’t it? Like buyin’ a fancy sports car and then puttin’ budget tires on it. Just seems a bit daft.
The GHD Heat Protect Spray, it’s a solid performer. You expect that, really. They’ve built a whole empire on heat tools. They know a thing or two about blastin’ your hair. So you’d hope they know how to protect it too.
It feels lighter than some others. Doesn’t leave a heavy residue, which is nice. Nobody wants hair that feels like it’s been dipped in chip fat. Not my cup of tea, that. So you mist it on, nice even coat, then you get to work. Simple as that. It ain’t complicated. Some people, they overthink everything. Spray, comb through, style. Done.
I tell clients, you gotta make it a habit. Like brushing your teeth. You wouldn’t just skip that, would you? Not if you want a decent set of choppers. Same goes for your hair if you’re gonna assault it with hot air and metal plates.
What happens if you don’t use heat protectant?
Oh, dear. Lots. Lots happens. Breakage. That’s a big one. Split ends, loads of ’em. Dry, brittle hair. Frizz, like a halo of static electricity. Dullness, no shine, just flat and lifeless. Your colour fades faster, too. Yeah, that expensive colour job you just got? Poof. Gone in a puff of smoke. Not ideal, is it?
I had a bloke once, came in, his beard looked like he’d tried to iron it with a clothes iron. “No heat protectant?” I asked. He just looked at me blankly. “For a beard?” he said. Oh, lord. It’s still hair, ain’t it? It still fries. Some people, the things they come up with. They will give you some grief, then complain.
Oribe Royal Blowout Heat Styling Spray
Now, if you want to splash out a bit, and you want something that smells like a dream and makes your hair feel like spun gold, Oribe. This stuff, it’s a bit of a luxury. It’s like the fancy silk pyjamas of heat protectant sprays. It’s got that high-end feel. That Oribe smell, too. distinctive. Some love it, some think it’s a bit much. I kinda like it myself. Makes you feel a bit special, doesn’t it?
The Royal Blowout Heat Styling Spray, it’s a good one for speed, too. Helps dry hair faster, so less time under the heat. That’s a bonus, eh? Less exposure, less damage. It’s got oils in it, too, keeps things smooth and shiny. Reduces that frizz, which is a right pain, especially if you live somewhere humid. Like Sydney in summer. Hair just goes “poof.”
Yeah, the price tag. Some people balk. “Crikey, how much?!” they gasp. And yeah, it ain’t cheap. But a little goes a long way. And if you’re spending a pretty penny on a decent haircut and colour, why skimp on the stuff that protects it? That’s what I always say. What’s your time worth, fixing hair that’s busted? What’s your vanity worth?
How much heat protectant spray do you really need?
People always douse themselves. Like they’re trying to put out a fire. No, you don’t need a whole bottle for one head. Mist it. Lightly. From a foot or so away. You want even coverage, not hair that’s sopping wet. If it’s drippin’, you used too much. If it feels greasy, too much. Less is more, often enough. Especially with these concentrated sprays. A couple of spritzes for thin hair, maybe four or five for really thick stuff. Comb it through. Make sure it’s spread out. Easy.
Living Proof Restore Perfecting Spray
Living Proof. Good stuff, this. They’re all about the science, ain’t they? Less about the fancy perfumes, more about the actual results. The Restore Perfecting Spray from them, it’s a real multi-tasker. Doesn’t just protect from heat, it also conditions, detangles, reduces frizz, and protects from UV. A bit of an all-rounder.
I’ve seen this one work wonders on hair that’s been through the mill. Colour-treated hair especially. Or hair that’s just generally a bit knackered. It’s got a lightweight feel, which I appreciate. Some of these sprays, they just weigh your hair down, make it feel gunky. Not this one. It feels clean.
They talk about their “Healthy Hair Molecule.” Whatever that means. But it works. And that’s all I care about. Does it work? Yes. Does it make hair feel good? Yes. Does it protect? Yes. So, box ticked. Some of these new-fangled companies, they might not have the long history, but they’re bringing some serious smarts to the table. And that Restore Perfecting Spray, it’s smart.
It doesn’t matter if you’re blastin’ it with a blow dryer every morning, or just touchin’ up with a curling iron once a week. The principle’s the same. You need that barrier. It just makes sense. You wouldn’t jump into a pool with your phone without a waterproof case, would you? The brain cells, they are there. Use ’em.
Can I use heat protectant spray on dry hair?
Well, some are specifically formulated for wet hair, for blow-drying. Others, you can use on dry hair for touch-ups with a flat iron or curling iron. The important thing is to check the label, isn’t it? Most sprays are for damp hair. If you put too much wet spray on dry hair, you just make it wet again, and then you’re back to boiling water inside your hair. Not smart. Better to use a lighter, finer mist designed for dry heat application. Some leave-in conditioners also have heat protection. I tell people, if it doesn’t say “for dry hair,” then it’s probably best for damp.
Do heat protectants damage hair?
Nah, not usually. Not the ones worth their salt anyway. They’re designed to protect, not harm. You might find some with a lot of alcohol which can be drying if you use too much, or if your hair is already bone dry. But the good ones, they balance it out. The silicones, they get a bad rap sometimes, people think they build up. And yeah, some do. But a decent clarifying shampoo once in a while takes care of that. Or just wash your hair regularly. It’s common sense, not magic.
At the end of the day, it’s about looking after what you’ve got. Your hair. It’s part of your look, innit? People spend a fortune on clothes, shoes. Then neglect their hair. Makes no sense to me. Takes five extra seconds to spray it on. Five seconds. Think about that. That’s all it takes to keep your hair from lookin’ like a bird’s nest. And honestly, who wants that? Not me. Not for all the tea in China.
