Ways to Reduce Curling Iron Damage to Your Hair

If you regularly use high heat to style your hair, there are a few
ways to reduce heat damage to your hair. Never apply heat to wet or
damp hair and consider some products to protect your hair.One of the
key concerns for women regularly using a curling iron or flat iron is
how easy it is to damage your hair. Combine that with daily use of a
blow dryer and it sometimes feels like your hair does not stand a
chance to be healthy. There are a few ways you can minimize the damage
to your hair when you use heating products.First, you should never try
to use a curling iron or other heating device when your hair is still
wet. Your hair is most vulnerable to damage and breakage when it is
wet. Sometimes it can be easy to leave small patches of wet hair when
you are in a hurry to blow dry. It is a good practice to run your
fingers through your hair before you apply any heating products. If
your hair starts steaming, it is a bad sign.If you are a daily user of
heating appliances, it is not also bad idea to apply products to
protect your hair. There are several products out on the market that
are applied or sprayed on your hair prior to being heated up. They can
create a barrier between the hair and the heat, reducing damage.
Sometimes these products offer other benefits such as increasing shine
or eliminating flyaways. Consult your stylist to determine which of
these products are best for your hair.Another factor to consider is
how you use your curling iron or other heated appliance. When you lock
your hair into place, make sure to limit the time it spends in there.
If necessary, count to yourself to ensure you don't accidently burn
your hair. Some of the more professional styling products heat up much
hotter than consumer brands. Experiment a little to determine what the
lowest heat setting to achieve your personal results.