Long Term Straight Haired Naturals: Best General And Natural Heat Protectant?

[YvetteWithJoy]

Hi, all.

I have natural hair, and I have a feeling that in the future I'm going to be blow drying my hair somewhat regularly -- maybe once a month or something like that. The reason? I've now obtained a tool that makes it so easy, and I like twisting and spiral rod setting on stretched hair over wet, super coily hair.

That said, what do you feel is the BEST heat protectant you've ever used?

I have a couple of tiny, tiny sample bottles of Chi Silk Infusion. It seemed to do a great job. I'm considering purchasing Chi Total Protect: http://www.ulta.com/total-protect?productId=xlsImpprod4730073.

However, I wanted to survey the forum first:

1. For those of you who have been blow drying your natural hair for a year+, what have you used that has protected your hair from heat damage?
2. Also . . . has anyone had success with an all-natural heat protectant? (I do realize that silicones and such are an important ingredient in most heat protectants, but I wanted to ask just in case).

Thanks in advance for any input! I did do a forum search, and I did read through several threads.

 

[Colocha]

Here are a lot of science minded articles that could help you to choose one:
http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2009/12/thermal-protection-do-they-really-work.html
http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2011/08/blow-drying-reduces-moisture-in-hair.html
http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2010/11/heat-on-wet-hair-bubble-hair.html
http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2009/05/straightening-factshow-hot-is-too-hot.html

I use a silicone serum, Fantasia IC Straightening Serum in the pink bottle is my favorite.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Here are a lot of science minded articles that could help you to choose one:
http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2009/12/thermal-protection-do-they-really-work.html
http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2011/08/blow-drying-reduces-moisture-in-hair.html
http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2010/11/heat-on-wet-hair-bubble-hair.html
http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2009/05/straightening-factshow-hot-is-too-hot.html

I use a silicone serum, Fantasia IC Straightening Serum in the pink bottle is my favorite.

Wooooo! Those articles were SUPER important and helpful. Thank you SO MUCH for posting them.

 

[Colocha]

Wooooo! Those articles were SUPER important and helpful. Thank you SO MUCH for posting them.

You're welcome! I loved the Natural Haven Bloom so much. It was my go to blog for information. Hasn't been updated recently unfortunately.

 

[MilkChocolateOne]

serums work best for me, I am able to use heat regularly and experience very little heat damage, the only times I experienced heat damage was using a titanium flat iron and using a flat iron above 400 degrees.


For blow drying, I use the one n' only argan oil treatment (it's a silicone based serum) on wet hair.

when I flat iron I use the one n only argan on wet hair and fantasia ic heat protectant spary or keracare silken sheen spray on dry hair before flat ironing.

my hair didn't like paul mitchell super skinny or the chi silk infusion.

other serums that worked well for me were Kenra Shine Serum( discontinued) and Joico kpak therapy restorative styling oil, Keracare silken seal, elucence silk hydrating elixir and Kenra Platinum Serum.

I get the best results with the one n only. The blow dryer you use is just as important as the products.

 

[Black Ambrosia]

Hi, all.

I have natural hair, and I have a feeling that in the future I'm going to be blow drying my hair somewhat regularly -- maybe once a month or something like that. The reason? I've now obtained a tool that makes it so easy, and I like twisting and spiral rod setting on stretched hair over wet, super coily hair.

Details, please.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Details, please.

Hey, sis.

I just ordered the Lescolton One Step Dryer & Styler Hot Air Paddle Brush | Negative Ion Generator Hair Straightener from Amazon. The reviews and discount GOT me. It looks/seems much sturdier than the Revlon version of this, but I could be wrong about that.

I am what I call a "meager-skilled natural," meaning that at the moment I can detangle and twist my hair, and that's about it.

So when I say this thing was a BREEZE to use, it was. I detangled my hair with leave-in, then I applied a heat protectant and used this dryer paddle brush on one a small section of hair (about a 12th of my hair, at the front). It took VERY little time to dry, and it was completely non-wavy (straight). It was not SILKY like after you have run a flat iron over it, but it was not very bushy at all!

I have not done my whole head with it yet, but once I do, I'll post a pic and review.

Here's the link:

Amazon product ASIN B0714LHP8N

 

[whiteoleander91]

Another vote for the IC Fantasia heat protectant (pink/reddish bottle). Best heat protectant I have ever used. Makes my hair feel so soft.

 

[Prettymetty]

I've been a heat user since forever. Chi Silk is the best I have ever used. It's lightweight and provides protection, slip, shine and strength.

Kerastase Thermiques are a close second. Nectar is for dry hair, Ciment is for damaged hair and Keratine is for unruly/frizzy hair.

Back in my relaxed days Paul Mitchell Super Skinny was pretty good. It cut down my blow dry time and reduced the volume of my hair.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

I've been a heat user since forever. Chi Silk is the best I have ever used. It's lightweight and provides protection, slip, shine and strength.

Kerastase Thermiques are a close second. Nectar is for dry hair, Ciment is for damaged hair and Keratine is for unruly/frizzy hair.

Back in my relaxed days Paul Mitchell Super Skinny was pretty good. It cut down my blow dry time and reduced the volume of my hair.

Thanks, chica.

I just got the Chi 44 heat protectant. Should I return it for the Chi Silk Infusion?

TIA.

ETA: Do you both blow dry AND flat iron with just that one heat protectant?

 

[Prettymetty]

Thanks, chica.

I just got the Chi 44 heat protectant. Should I return it for the Chi Silk Infusion?

TIA.

ETA: Do you both blow dry AND flat iron with just that one heat protectant?

Yes. For the lightest blowout I only use that one product. Sometimes I use Frizz Ease cream or Bombshell Blowout cream (Herbal Essences).

I'm sure the other Chi products are just as good. Let me know how you like that one. I haven't tried it yet.

 

[Coilystep]

Hey, sis.

I just ordered the Lescolton One Step Dryer & Styler Hot Air Paddle Brush | Negative Ion Generator Hair Straightener from Amazon. The reviews and discount GOT me. It looks/seems much sturdier than the Revlon version of this, but I could be wrong about that.

I am what I call a "meager-skilled natural," meaning that at the moment I can detangle and twist my hair, and that's about it.

So when I say this thing was a BREEZE to use, it was. I detangled my hair with leave-in, then I applied a heat protectant and used this dryer paddle brush on one a small section of hair (about a 12th of my hair, at the front). It took VERY little time to dry, and it was completely non-wavy (straight). It was not SILKY like after you have run a flat iron over it, but it was not very bushy at all!

I have not done my whole head with it yet, but once I do, I'll post a pic and review.

Here's the link:

Amazon product ASIN B0714LHP8N

Can you repost link? I'm not seeing it in your post.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Can you repost link? I'm not seeing it in your post.

Here's the link. Can you see it now?

Amazon product ASIN B0714LHP8N

 

[Coilystep]

Here's the link. Can you see it now?

Amazon product ASIN B0714LHP8N

I'm still not seeing it your post but when I quoted you I'm about to copy and paste the link into Google. Unfortunately it's not in stock.

 

[shtow]

Not fully natural yet but sabino moisture block is GOAT.

No heat damage present, it fights humidity, detangles, and keeps my hair moisturized. Its made of the highest grade silicones to protect from heat. It also does not contain oil, which is great because oils can cause hair to burn.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Not fully natural yet but sabino moisture block is GOAT.

No heat damage present, it fights humidity, detangles, and keeps my hair moisturized. Its made of the highest grade silicones to protect from heat. It also does not contain oil, which is great because oils can cause hair to burn.

Where can it be purchased?

(So far I found all other recommendations in this thread on the ground. )

 

[shtow]

Where can it be purchased?

(So far I found all other recommendations in this thread on the ground. )

I purchase it directly from their website. They have good customer service and fast shipping.

I don't trust buying anywhere else (and I've only seen it on ebay and amazon) because years ago it was discontinued and lots of fakes were being sold.

https://www.sabinohair.com/shop/frizz-control/moisture-block/

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

$7.33/ounce???

I purchase it directly from their website. They have good customer service and fast shipping.

I don't trust buying anywhere else (and I've only seen it on ebay and amazon) because years ago it was discontinued and lots of fakes were being sold.

https://www.sabinohair.com/shop/frizz-control/moisture-block/

 

[Prettymetty]

$7.33/ounce???

I've used that one too. I forgot about it... The Sabino is thicker than Chi, so it made my hair heavier. It does what it says though. No reversion until wash day.

 

[shtow]

I've used that one too. I forgot about it... The Sabino is thicker than Chi, so it made my hair heavier. It does what it says though. No reversion until wash day.

Yup its thicker so you dont need to use a lot. I still have a 1/4 left of my bottle from November.

 

[Colocha]

$7.33/ounce???

Forgot about this too. I've never used it as a protectant on its own though. I should try that. Excellent at blocking humidity. Bottles last forever too.

 

[MilkChocolateOne]

Not fully natural yet but sabino moisture block is GOAT.

No heat damage present, it fights humidity, detangles, and keeps my hair moisturized. Its made of the highest grade silicones to protect from heat. It also does not contain oil, which is great because oils can cause hair to burn.

I forgot a about sabino. I used to order it all of the time. Do you use the original or the new formula?

 

[shtow]

I forgot a about sabino. I used to order it all of the time. Do you use the original or the new formula?

I'm assuming it's the new formula since I started using it late last year. It only has two ingredients, which I believe the old formula did as well.

 

[MilkChocolateOne]

I'm assuming it's the new formula since I started using it late last year. It only has two ingredients, which I believe the old formula did as well.

That's the original formula. I think the new formula is called lok n blok and has more ingredients. I am going to place an order today. I don't know why I stopped ordering.

 

[Kurlee]

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[Holla]

Straight natural here! Color too and loving it.

Just did my hair last night. So far been doing it weekly (every 7-10 days). Mostly because I have so many events to attend and I like a straight look vs. braidout look on me.

I DC overnight with a moisturizing conditioner, wash away any buildup on my scalp in the morning, and apply a conditioner with cones as I detangle. I believe the cones start that first layer of buildup to protect the strands. Rinse, apply leavein. I blowdry using the tension method on medium heat to straighten, flatiron on slightly less than 400 degrees. Then apply Chi Silk Infusion. I may apply a little Chi before flat ironing as well.

This has worked for me so far to keep my hair straight and protect my strands. I'm APL now (trimmed one inch last night for even ends and I search and destroy regularly)

 

[Holla]

I tried Sabino years ago and it was too thick for me. My hair felt coated and weighted down. Didn't work all that well either (although I suspect it was because I needed to increase the moisture level of my strands before flat ironing). Either way, I went back to Chi

 

[IronButterfly]

Hey, sis.

I just ordered the Lescolton One Step Dryer & Styler Hot Air Paddle Brush | Negative Ion Generator Hair Straightener from Amazon. The reviews and discount GOT me. It looks/seems much sturdier than the Revlon version of this, but I could be wrong about that.

I am what I call a "meager-skilled natural," meaning that at the moment I can detangle and twist my hair, and that's about it.

So when I say this thing was a BREEZE to use, it was. I detangled my hair with leave-in, then I applied a heat protectant and used this dryer paddle brush on one a small section of hair (about a 12th of my hair, at the front). It took VERY little time to dry, and it was completely non-wavy (straight). It was not SILKY like after you have run a flat iron over it, but it was not very bushy at all!

I have not done my whole head with it yet, but once I do, I'll post a pic and review.

Here's the link:

Amazon product ASIN B0714LHP8N

The bristles don't get stuck on the ends of your hair?

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

The bristles don't get stuck on the ends of your hair?

No they don't. Here are the steps I took on the small section of hair I've trialed it on:

1. Shampoo hair.
2. Using detangling leave-in, completely detangle hair section so that my regular ol' detangling brush glides completely through the section.
3. Apply heat protectant to hair section.
4. Take the blow dryer paddle brush, and brush through the hair section until the hair is dry.

The end.

I'm not sure how many passes I made with the the blow dryer paddle brush, but it just glided through . . . no snagging whatsoever because the section was completely detangled just prior.

 

[IronButterfly]

No they don't. Here are the steps I took on the small section of hair I've trialed it on:

1. Shampoo hair.
2. Using detangling leave-in, completely detangle hair section so that my regular ol' detangling brush glides completely through the section.
3. Apply heat protectant to hair section.
4. Take the blow dryer paddle brush, and brush through the hair section until the hair is dry.

The end.

I'm not sure how many passes I made with the the blow dryer paddle brush, but it just glided through . . . no snagging whatsoever because the section was completely detangled just prior.

Ordered! lol