Products to Protect Hair From Flat Iron Damage

Damage from heat is one of the main reasons why hair breakage occurs. Most experts recommend not using flat irons on the hair more than once a week. This could be quite difficult for some hair styles. Using the right heat protectants can help with protecting the hair from damage from flat irons.

Redken Smooth Down Heat Glide

This product is a leave-in serum that tames frizzes as well as protecting the hair from heat damage. This product uses the Interbond conditioning technology, which leaves the hair smooth and shiny when it comes in contact with a flat iron.

FHI Heat Hot Sauce

FHI Heat Hot Sauce not only protects hair from the harshness of a flat iron but also repairs damage. The product is moisture-based, which helps to keep the hair from drying.

GHD Thermal Protecting Spray

GHD Thermal Protecting Spray is a lightweight mist that offers UVA protection as well as protection from heat damage.

CHI Silk Infusion

CHI Silk Infusion works well with the CHI line of flat irons, which uses ION Technology to capitalize on the moisture inside the hair strands. It is made with wheat, soy proteins and pure silk.

L'anza Strait-Line Thermal Defense Heat Styler

L'anza is one of the more popular heat protectants. It is a spray-in treatment that gives a more-than-effective barrier from heat damage caused by flat irons.