Redken Thermal Spray 22 High Hold - Thermal Heat Protectant and Setting Mist, For Curling and Flat Irons, Lasting Frizz Control & Protects Against Heat Damage

I've tried many heat protectants and they all make my hair feel gross or crunchy. I rolled the dice on this one since I watched a YouTube video that highly recommended it, and it actually makesy hair feel great. Note: I do use leave in conditioner (AG brand) ahead of this product and there's a short period in the blowdrying process where the product feels a little sticky, but after straightening, my hair feels soft and smooth.

READ DIRECTIONS: THIS IS FOR CURLING ONLY!! DO NOT USE THIS HEAT PROTECTANT TO GIVE YOURSELF A STRAIGHT OR BLOWOUT STYLE!!!! This has SUPER, INTENSE hold. I only use it PRIOR to curling my hair and only use it a section at a time because it is sticky and has a VERY STRONG HOLD. It works best before air-styling my hair and using the coanda curling attachment on my Shark Glam. It does a great job at protecting my hair and keeping the curl. I spray it, brush it, curl it, and then I pin the curl up. After I'm done, then I take the pins out after it has set and run my fingers through it. You won't be able to brush your hair due to the hold, but if holding a curl and longevity is what you are after, this is for you. It also SMELLS AMAZING!! I want a perfume that smells this good!

If you have stubborn hair that does not like to hold a curl or style, this stuff is amazing. I have stuck straight Asian hair (on the medium to thinner side) and my hair never holds a curl. I have the Dyson air wrap and saw so many people say their hair won’t hold a curl with it. I found that this stuff works perfectly with the air wrap and with any other heat styling tools and holds my style for DAYS. A little goes a long way, and it can feel sticky when first applied. I like to brush my hair after applying to distribute the product more and I’ve found the sticky feeling goes away. My hair doesn’t feel crunchy after and I don’t even need hairspray! The best part is it protects your hair from heat damage. I do wish the spray bottle was better as it can be difficult to apply. Definitely hold the bottle far away from your hair and apply while letting your hair “fall” while picking it up and letting stands down gently.

It's hard for me to rate the quality of this product. Only after four months of use can I say I'm happy with the quality of my hair: there's less damage, and the ends aren't breaking. I'll definitely buy more.

This heat protectant is absolutely awful. It made my hair feel extremely dry and sticky, leaving it clumped together instead of smooth. It performed terribly and was a huge disappointment. I definitely do not recommend it. Save your money, it’s not worth buying.