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Tried-and-true, tested picks that will safeguard your strands.
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TheBumble and Bumble Bb.
Plus, they each work well on all hair types.
Hair dryers,curling irons, andflat ironsare all key for helping achieve an elevated hair look.
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Happily, theres an incredibly simple fixapplying a heat protectant.
It will also help smooth the cuticle and leave hair looking shiny and healthy.
app was a breeze; just a few spritzes were all it took to evenly coat hair.
It was also easy to distribute the product and absorbed quickly without feeling greasy or heavy.
Our testers hair looked and felt healthier and generally better, especially the longer she used it.
Just an FYI to not get too heavy-handed; over-spraying can leave hair feeling a little sticky.
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Karla, tester with wavy hair:I have noticed a difference in the health of my hair.
It feels less dry, looks shinier, and feels smoother.
My waves look more defined.
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Best Overall, Runner-Up
Olaplex No.
A visible difference in your hair after heat styling.
The serum-like texture is easy to work throughout your hair and is surprisingly lightweight.
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While we didnt experience this during testing, some online reviewers noted it can be drying on drier hair.
The formula also added tons of shine and softness and evenminimized breakage.
We also couldnt get enough of the scenta fresh, citrus-y fragrance.
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That being said, as long as its sprayed more on mid-lengths and ends that wasnt an issue.
Ashley, tester with straight, fine hair:My hair is really soft and Ive noticed less breakage.
It has a sweet citrusy smell that I could soak up all day.
Indeed, we noticed that it improved the overall health of strands, all while being a top-notch frizz-fighter.
Lauren, tester with wavy, curly hair:My blowout was light, airy, and frizz-free.
It helps with heat protection, frizz, and overall hair health.
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Its worth the price tag!
(To that point, we think this pick is best for wavy and coilyhair types.)
Despite how moisturizing it is, it still absorbs quickly.
Its also choice for addressing frizz, even in super humid climates.
Saleam, tester with coily hair:Ive noticed that my hair isnt as dry or brittle after blow-drying.
It helped improve smoothness and reduced frizz, too.
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(To that point, it guards against temps up to 450 degrees.)
We just didnt love that it can feel sticky on your hands.
To use a heat protectant on dry hair, Be sure to apply it thoroughly.
Meet Our Experts
Two professional stylists also contributed their expertise to this article.
Alyssa has been at Byrdie since 2022 and covers all things beauty.
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