Home thermal protector: is it worth making it yourself?
Home thermal protector: is it worth making it yourself?
Do you know the importance of using a heat protectant before using a hair straightener, Babyliss and dryer? They have the function of mitigating the effects of overheating of these devices. They also help moisturize and shape the wires. And there’s more! Reduces frizz, repairs ends, helps detangle hair and enhances manageability and shine.
The use of a heat shield, or heat activator, creates a layer of protection between the heating element and the wire, in order to avoid or reduce damage from the high temperatures of the iron or dryer. This is why it is so necessary.
They contain substances that allow you to create a kind of protective film on the hair. Among them are silicones, natural active substances (oils, among others) and a mixture of active elements aimed at maintaining the hydration balance of the hair fiber.
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There are many high-quality products in the cosmetic industry that claim to be heat protectants and enhance the effect of brushing teeth. And although many home recipes for thermal condoms invade the Internet daily, he prefers products that have been properly tested and approved by the relevant body.
I do not recommend using homemade recipes, as they may carry the risk of adverse reactions. In addition, there is a risk of contamination due to poor hygiene and also when handling and preparing these recipes.
In general, incorrect use of products, even excessive ones, leads to numerous damages. It can cause, for example:
- clogged hair follicles
- excess oil
- Dry and dehydrated yarns
- loss of luster
- Drops
- brittle wires and
- Scalp disorders including allergic reactions, sensitization and burning of the scalp.
In other words, it can backfire!
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Also remember that it is a good idea to pay attention to the temperature of the device, even with thermal protectors. This is because frequency, temperature and drying method can change shape, color, dryness and cause coarseness, thus damaging the hair fibre.
In the case of dryers, the ideal temperature will depend on how many watts the appliance has. It is also necessary to take into account your hair type, whether it has a chemical process and also the method of using the device.
To avoid damage, such as damage to the skin or crust, temperatures should not exceed 95°C. It is also recommended to maintain an average distance of 15 cm from the hair.
In the case of a flat iron, try not to exceed the temperature of 180 ° C.
Another indication is to use these devices preferably with clean hair, especially when talking about flat irons, and avoiding the wires being wet or damp as this accelerates the damage. Its use requires care and moderation, that is, forget about exaggerations.
It should also be noted that hair that has undergone chemical processes and those that have already been damaged by internal or external factors are more vulnerable and cannot withstand daily heating and stretching. It would be, for example, as if you were “frying” the wires all the time. The bill will definitely arrive!
Therefore, those who constantly abuse these resources should resort to weekly or bi-weekly moisturizing to restore hair moisture and thus resist dryness, breakage and fall. However, healthy hair tends to have more resistance, regardless of race, color or hair length.
