A heat-protective hair spray, as a protection against the effects of ironing, creates a moisture-retaining film on the surface. Manufacturers offer professional and daily products. The choice should be made based on the type of hairstyle, the condition of the scalp, the structure of the strands.
Ironing has become an integral part of hair care products for a modern woman. But is it so safe?
What is thermal protection and why is it needed?
Under the influence of a hair dryer or curling iron, a high temperature is created, as a result, the structure of the strands is destroyed.
Exposure to heat is harmful to hair. Especially if you have to use hair styling devices daily.
When the curls are heated to a temperature of 230 ° C, a large amount of moisture is removed, this leads to their drying.
The systematic use of ironing has the opposite side of the coin. You have to pay for a beautiful hairstyle with a poor state of hair.
As a result, damage to the root bulbs, loss of strands, loss of shine, unhealthy appearance. The ends of the hair are split, they become brittle, the hair becomes untidy.
Damaged and lifeless strands? This is not a sentence. There are means that rehabilitate curls. The combination of well-groomed hair and a beautiful hairstyle is real.
Hair sprays as a protection against ironing help to avoid the troubles caused by heating. These are thermal protective agents. The composition of the products is selected in such a way as to create a protective film on the surface of each hair. She does not let moisture out, keeping the curl structure unchanged.
Types of thermal protection depending on the type of hairstyle
Depending on the condition of the strands and type of hairstyle, a protective drug is chosen.
Manufacturers offer compositions to protect the hair from the high temperature created by the irons. There is no need to choose between a beautiful hairstyle and a healthy look.
For dry hair use compositions that do not contain alcohol, for greasy - it is not recommended to use oil preparations.
If it is not possible to choose a thermal protection without alcohol, you should pay attention to the alcohol content in the composition of the product.
When choosing hair protection products, you should pay attention to the writing order of the components. The first to indicate the components presented in the greatest quantity.
For dry curls, choose a drug in which alcohol is indicated at the end of the composition. Fatty strands require compositions that do not contain oil, or with their minimum amount.
The spray is applied to the hair and is evenly distributed along the entire length.
Use thermal protective agents before installation. On clean, slightly dried curls, the drug is applied, and after he created the film, an iron is used. Wizards advise spraying the spray again after modeling the strands. Fixing the hairstyle after using thermal protection is not required, since the treated hair becomes quite stiff and retains shape well. It ensures the safety of hairstyles and in rainy times.
Sprays of light action are suitable for soft strands; hard, unruly curls require strong fixation.
Consistency
Consistency depends on the level of protection. The lower the level, the more fluid the drug is. An amateur hair care option is a clear liquid with a pleasant aroma. After applying to curls, the smell disappears, the locks do not stick together.For convenience, the bottles are equipped with a spray. It evenly distributes the mixture throughout the hair. Such drugs are intended for self-care of curls, suitable for frequent use.
Various compounds provide protection for each type of hair, work at a certain temperature.
Before you make a purchase, you should clarify what temperature the styling device creates. When deciding on a choice, it is necessary to proceed from the correspondence of the temperature stated in the description of the thermal protection means and that which the iron creates.
When choosing a spray for thermal protection, it should be remembered that the denser its consistency, the more economical it is spent.
Professional drugs have a thicker structure. As a rule, this is milk or cream with thermal protection. Such compositions are used in salons to restore hair or during styling.
Spray oil has a good effect on dry, naughty hair. This is a drug for badly damaged strands. Its consistency is more dense than in light compositions for oily, soft hair.
The difference between the different classes of thermal protection is not only in the density of the liquid, but also in cost. The higher and better the protective effect, the more you will have to pay for it. The market includes well-known brands of cosmetics manufacturers and little-known firms. Not always expensive means quality. You have to pay for the brand, and you can buy an inexpensive domestic, but high-quality drug, not inferior to foreign counterparts.
Thermal protective sprays are universal and suitable for all types of devices that create high temperature. These are hair dryers, curling irons, irons, etc.
Extra care
Manufacturers produce thermal protection products with additional functions. The composition of the sprays includes vitamin B5, minerals, strengthening roots, nourishing strands, UV filters, silicone, silk proteins. They not only protect hair from damage, but also act as a fixing varnish, moisturize, soften curls. A large assortment of sprays allows you to choose a composition based on personal preferences and the condition of the hair.
The use of sprays restores the structure of curls, creates a protective film. The hair looks healthy and radiant. Proper self-care guarantees a perfect hairstyle and a beautiful look. The main thing is to choose a drug that matches your type and works at the right temperature.
