Beauty: ask the editor – dry hair

POSTED 28.11.2011 @ 16:51 (0) Comments

You asked: I straighten and blow-dry my hair everyday how much damage am I actually doing to my hair? What are ways to style without heat?

Truth be told: you are absolutely doing damage to your hair. Some heat stylers can go up to 220 degrees!

If you are using heat tools, you need to invest in a thermal protectant. KMS California FREESHAPE Quick Blow Dry offers thermal protection and reduces hair drying time by up to 50% ($31.95, 1800 506 060); Resistance Force Ciment Thermique, $39.50, by Kerastase Paris, is a leave-in milk that is thermo-activated by your heat styling tools.

You could try working with your hair texture on alternate days. If your hair is wavy, put a little texturizing spray on the ends and let it air dry; if it’s curly, add an anti-frizz product. We also love going to bed with damp, braided hair and waking up with beautiful, easy waves.

Another idea: get a second day out of your styled hair with a dry shampoo.

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