Beauty Works Heat Protection Spray 250 ml for Straightening Curling Heat Styling Hair

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During our test, we were pleased by how smoothly it glided through the hair, making it easy to brush out. We also appreciated that after evenly distributing it through the hair, there was no smoke, sizzling, or other signs of burning when using hot tools. Despite being a cream formula, it felt incredibly lightweight and never made hair look greasy or weighed down, rather it added a noticeable shine and smoothness to styled hair. And if you like hair products that give your hair a light fragrance, this one contains the brand's iconic Côte d’Azur scent which lingers for a few hours.

Put simply, heat protector spray and similar products create a barrier around the hair shaft, protecting the cuticle from heat damage during the extreme temperatures when using tongs, straighteners, or hairdryers," explains Sarah Salem, stylist and salon director at Hari’s. If you're anything like us then you probably use your hair dryer at least twice a week, and your curling wands and hair straighteners nearly every time you step out the door. We found that it worked wonderfully on a variety of testers with different hair types. It was lightweight enough not to weigh down fine hair, and it was hydrating enough to help smooth and nourish dry lengths and ends on straight and curly hair. We also love that, in addition to shielding against heat damage and adding shine, it gave the hair some serious bounce. If a spray formula appeals to you, this one is a fantastic choice. However, typically for wet hair: "Lightly spritz the spray products or run creams through mid lengths to the tips on damp or towel dried hair, after washing and before applying heat." advises Sarah. We love that although it’s not a fully liquid texture—think of it more like a light, milky serum—it comes in a spray bottle that makes it easy to distribute. It’s not heavy or greasy in the hair, and it works to smooth, soften, and significantly reduce frizz. We wish it was a bit more moisturizing, especially for dead ends, but considering how lightweight it is, how well it guardsgaurds against heat damage and frizz, and the fact that it provides UV protection, we still strongly recommend it.Whether it’s managing frizzy hair, holding your style or simply protecting your hair to help prevent damage, read on for our guide to the brilliant hair heat protectors on Boots’ physical and virtual shelves, how to use them and why you shouldn’t skip these hair products when using heat tools. People with fine hair know that finding truly lightweight and non-greasy hair products is essential—otherwise, they’ll end up with oily-looking, weighed-down hair. Sprays are typically a good option for those with fine hair because they tend to be lighter than creams or serums, and we like this one in particular because of its ultra-light formula and fine mist. Rather than drenching hair in product, the mister on it does a nice job of evenly distributing the right amount of the formula. It contains propolis, a nutrient-rich, resin-like substance made by bees that helps to fortify the hair. After applying it to towel-dried strands and heat-styling, it helps smooth and soften the hair, which increases shine and decreases frizziness. While it’s definitely a bit expensive compared to similar options on the market, we think it’s an excellent choice for people with fine hair who struggle to find heat protectants that feel lightweight enough for them while still delivering on their claims. While not as rich or hydrating as a cream by nature of the spray formula, we did find that it provided a bit of moisture. Dry ends felt smoother and more hydrated after using this spray, but not in a way that altered the texture or finish of the hair—we appreciate that it doesn’t wilt or flatten coils. And lastly, we really like that it has a light, fruity-floral scent that’s pleasant but not overpowering. With dry hair, lightly spritz a spray over hair or run creams through mid lengths to the tips, avoiding the scalp to side step flat greasy roots. You can also comb it through for a more even distribution.

How to use: Just like your favorite hair oil or leave-in conditioner, these heat-protectant sprays are incredibly easy to use. All you have to do is spritz them through your damp or dry hair before you start heat styling. Depending on the formula, benefits can include "colour protection, plus defending against breakage", says Sarah. While things like investing in the best silk pillow cases, hair masks, hair oils and hair wraps is always a good idea, you should really use preventative methods of protecting your hair too so that your need for all those boujee extras isn't so extreme. Heat protection sprays are your answer to silky smooth and healthy hair for the long run. Yep, we've rounded up the top-rated thermal hair protectors in the UK, from the likes of ghd's Body Guard Spray to Olaplex's Bonding Hair Oil. And it's not just protection against scorching temps, they also condition, nourish, tame frizz, protect hair colour, help detangle and repair thermal damage – clever, huh? While they’re more often thought of as a skincare ingredient, humectants—hydrating ingredients that attract moisture—can be super beneficial in hair care and are especially good to look for in a heat protectant, says Brown. After all, more moisturized hair equals healthier hair. Glycerin and hyaluronic acid are two good ones to look for. The Living Proof Restore Perfecting Spray is a great option because it contains glycerin. Strengthening IngredientsAs well as prep, technique is key. "In addition to investing in a heat protecting spray, you can try using heat styling tools on a medium heat," suggests Sarah. Heat tools for hair — like straighteners, curling irons and hair dryers — are one of the biggest culprits of hair damage. Although there is no way to totally reverse the damage, you can minimize some negative effects by applying a thermal protecting leave-in styling product. In fact, two studies published in the Journal of Cosmetic Science ( 1998 and 2011) have shown that several ingredients (which include copolymers, hydrolyzed protein and cationic surfactants) can minimize hair breakage when applied before thermal exposure. Just a dime-size amount works to shield against heat damage, tame frizz, and flyaways, and nourish and soften strands. The formula is fantastic—the only thing we wish we could change is how strong the floral scent is. But considering that the fragrance doesn’t linger in the hair, we can easily look past this, and we really recommend it—especially for curly-haired consumers. We loved how well it absorbed into damp hair and worked to smooth fried ends, reduce frizz, and enhance shine. Though the brand recommends using a dime-size to a quarter size-amount, we recommend starting with just a dime-size amount and slowly adding more if needed—the formula is lightweight and residue-free in the hair, that is, unless you over-apply. All-in-all, we’re really impressed with this heat protectant, and we recommend it to anyone who prefers cream formulas and needs to tame frizz—regardless of your hair type.

But that’s not all. They can also help protect against moisture loss, which is essential to help keep hair happy and healthy." Heat protectant sprays are really convenient and easy to apply, especially if you don’t like the feeling or hassle of applying hair products with your hands. Plus, spray formulas tend to be more lightweight than creams and serums. We love this one because it’s multi-tasking—not only does it protect strands against heat of up to 428 degrees, but it also doubles as a shine spray. The formula relies on peach and rosehip oils to hydrate and increase shine, as well as squalane to add moisture and prevent future damage. After my first time using this spray, it was obvious why stars like Rihanna and J.Lo relied on this impressive product. Dream Coat helps us all achieve, smooth, shiny, and water-proof hair to ensure frizz and heat damage are things of the past. Whenever I use this spray, I don't have to worry about humidity causing my hair to balloon up. And I can achieve a glass-like shine with a single product," explains Saunders. If you have long, fragile and damaged hair, this is a must-have. The formula contains rosemary, antioxidants and anti-static agents that prevent your hair from going wild because of humidity. Once you apply it, it feels totally weightless in the hair, and it won’t transfer onto your hands as you’re styling. It helps to tame a bit of frizz and add a nice amount of shine, making it a fitting option if you have dull strands. Though we do wish that it felt a bit more hydrating like other serums and creams, it remains a great choice for people with fine hair or those that don’t need an extra boost of moisture.Formulas that protect the hair from heat damage while lending other benefits earn extra points in our book, and this is one of them. The lightweight, cream texture is meant to be applied to damp hair before heat-styling to protect strands from temperatures up to 450 degrees. The formula also contains the brand’s signature antioxidant complex, plant collagen, a blend of nourishing oils, and lemon peel extract to protect hair from oxidative stress, moisturize, help seal the cuticle, and add shine. Delivery is on a selected date, you can choose a delivery day of your choice, up to 10 days in advance (Excluding next day delivery. Postcode restrictions apply) When using hot tools to style your hair, it’s critical to have the best heat protectant on hand, no matter your hair type. “I’d highly recommend a heat protectant to anyone who uses a blow dryer or hot tools directly on their hair, to eliminate as much heat damage as possible,” explains celebrity hairstylist Alexander Armand, who has an array of celebrity clients, from Marsai Martin to Serena Williams. Best Heat Protectants

Although this is an effective heat protectant cream for all hair types, we especially love it for people with curly hair. Because curly hair tends to be dry, it craves products that provide it with sufficient moisture—while not weighing down or disrupting the curl pattern. Formulated with a pro-keratine complex full of protein and amino acids, as well as ceramides, and plant sap, it works to strengthen and support the hair structure, provide moisture, and smooth signs of damage. The texture is extremely lightweight and almost milky, making it easy to work through the hair, and it doesn’t create a greasy feeling or look heavy on strands.But here's the thing: you wouldn't go out and sunbathe without lathering yourself in sun cream, would you? We'd certainly like to think you wouldn't. Well, that same protection is needed for your hair when it's exposed to heat (as well as UV rays). Unsurprisingly, using burning-hot heat on your hair can in fact increase the risk of split ends, long-term breakage and colour fade. And no one wants that. Our Pro Tip: We found it works better if used on completely dry hair. If used straight after washing, make sure to towel-dry thoroughly and wait for a few minutes before using your hair dryer. Heat-protectant creams can sometimes feel heavy in the hair, but this one truly doesn’t. It has a weightless, silky texture that’s easy to distribute, and we love that a little bit goes a long way. It doesn’t feel greasy or overly slippy when you apply it, making it a great option for a wide range of hair types. After applying it to damp hair and then blow drying, we noticed a significant increase in shine, a real improvement in smoothness, and a reduction in frizz. One of our testers was so impressed by the shine, she mentioned that she was even able to skip her usual hair oil application after drying, while another tester shared that it helped to speed up her drying time. One thing to look out for, though, is that if your hair is very curly, coarse or dry, you’ll need to use quite a lot of product to ensure your entire head is covered. The bottle is quite small, so in these cases it may not last very long. While the brand claims that it helps to detangle, we didn’t experience that. It didn’t cause tangles by any means, but it didn’t make brushing out the hair as seamless as other, more creamy heat protectants. Overall, it’s a great heat protectant spray that's suitable for all hair types, though we especially recommend it for straight and wavy hair due to its lightweight and non-greasy formula.