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Paul Mitchell Color Protect Locking Spray
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Spray on some sun protection! Paul Mitchell Color Protect Locking Spray protects color-treated hair from sun damage and fading.
Benefits
- Helps extend the life of hair color
- Sunflower extract helps shield strands from UV damage
- Leaves hair vibrant with radiant shine
- Ideal for color-treated hair
Features
- Refreshingly energetic scent with notes of orange, apple and bergamot
- Color safe
- Paraben free
- Made without gluten
- New packaging made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials + low-profile caps as part of Paul Mitchell's long-standing commitment to the environment. (Bottles + jars will be 50% PCR + tubes will be 25% PCR. Retail sizes only. Excludes pumps + select caps, which are made from virgin materials.)
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Spray onto clean, damp hair, then comb through evenly. Do not rinse. May be used daily.
Pre-caution: Avoid contact with eyes. If any adverse reaction occurs, stop using the product. Inform your doctor if your condition persists. Contains Behentrimonium Chloride/Cetrimonium Chloride as a hair conditioner.
Water (Aqua/Eau), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxycitronellal, Geraniol, Hexamethylindanopyran, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Fragrance (Parfum), Acetyl Cedrene, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Terpineol.
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- Q
Does it make hair limp?
- Asked by Kathy
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellNo, this is a lightweight formula.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can this be used on dry hair?
- Asked by Jenn
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellThis product works best on clean damp hair.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Will this keep white/gray hair from turning yellow from daily sun exposure?
- Asked by Teaspoon
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellColor Protect Locking Spray does offer UV protection. It is a great option for protecting hair from sun damage and keeps color from fading.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use this on dry hair before going in the sun to help prevent color fade?
- Asked by Shelly
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellYes, this can be used on damp or dry hair to protect from sun damage and keep color from fading.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can this product be used with a thermal protection product?
- Asked by Laura
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellYes, you can pair this with a thermal protectant.Was this answer helpful to you
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Does this work just fine without having colored hair? I've just been trying to find something that can protect my hair from the sun.
- Asked by Caro
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellColor Protect Locking Spray protects natural and tinted hair from the sun. Was this answer helpful to you
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Is there an expiration date? Does the UVA/UVB protection become less effective over time?
- Asked by Beth
- Official Answer By Paul Mitchell3 years :) Was this answer helpful to you
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hi! can I use this on curly hair that is not colored for the UV protection?
- Asked by avibear21
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellYes :)Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What is the SPF level on this product?
- Asked by Mo
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellThere is no SPF for hair – SPF is only used for skin care sunscreensWas this answer helpful to you
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Does this product protect hair from UVA/UVB rays? Can I spray this on my hair before spending time in the sun?
- Asked by BlondieXO
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellMake hair color last longer while protecting from the harmful effects of the sun with Color Protect® Locking Spray from Paul Mitchell®. This formula makes hair look hydrated, soft and shiny while locking in color for incredible looking hair every day. A must-have for color-treated hair, the Color Protect® Locking Spray is perfect for preventing color from fading.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
can I spray on dry hair before going out in the sun?
- Asked by Rhonda Honda
- Official Answer By Paul Mitchellyes, you can use on wet or dry hair.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product safe to use on bleached/platinum blonde hair? I saw one reviewer that said it turned their platinum hair yellow, but I would like to know if others have had this experience as well.
- Asked by Tori
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellColor Protect Locking Spray is designed to preserve color and help prevent color fade. It does not add any tone to hair. Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Should I still use conditioner after I shampoo or use this as a conditioner?
- Asked by V
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellColor Protect Conditioner helps to detangle and smooth color treated hair, so locks look and feel soft and hydrated. Color Protect Locking Spray is a light weight spray that makes hair look conditioned and super shiny while it locks in and extends the life of hair color. I would recommend using conditioner to detangle and smooth after shampooing hair. Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this make your hair greasy?
- Asked by ccbrowneyedgirl
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellNo, Color Protect Locking Spray is a light weight spray designed to preserve color and add conditioning sun protection. Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this product protect hair from heat of blow drying and straightening?
- Asked by Lauren
- Official Answer By Paul MitchellColor Protect Locking spray is not a heat protectant. We recommend Neuro Style Lift HeatCTRL Volume Foam with advanced thermal protection that helps protect against heat damage or Neuro Style Protect HeatCTRL Iron Hairspray for advanced thermal protection during styling and delivers long-lasting hold.Was this answer helpful to you
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Does this product help reduce color bleeding?
- Asked by Jennifer
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertPaul Mitchell Color Care Color Protect Locking locks in and extends the life of hair color. Sunflower extract helps prevent color fade.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Would I use this before/after/first/last my other damp hair leave-in care and or styling products?
- Asked by Island=Home
- Verified Reply - Brand ExpertHi there :) Color Protect Locking Spray should be sprayed on clean, damp hair.Was this answer helpful to you
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I've been on a Paul...
I've been on a Paul Mitchell hair product kick lately. It's easy for me to do because I love so many of their products. Paul Mitchell Color Protect Locking Spray is a great product. I have very long hair at the moment, and I'm using several different color-safe products and treatments so it's near...
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I would not recommend if your white blonde platinum
I think they changed the formula . I bought it like 6 months ago and it worked great! When the bottle ran out I had to buy more. They changed the look of the bottle but I didn't think anything of it . I have white blondish plantium hair. This time the product changed my hair yellow! I had to stop...
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Great for Color Protection! 🫶🏻
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This spray really works its effectiveness in keeping my hair color vibrant is amazing. The ingredients feel lightweight and don't leave any buildup. I love the fresh, clean scent, and the packaging is sleek and easy to use. Great value for the quality you get. Definitely a must have for color treated hair 😍
Really helps to hold the color
Hair Type Straight Hair
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I color my hair and spend a lot of time gardening in the sun. I also hate wearing a hat so my hair used to get very brassy from the sun. This product helps keep the color.
Nothing Wrong,,haven't used enough
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Need to use longer over time..
Hair protector
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A friend recommended this product and it is great. It protects hair from the sun and has a nice scent.
This spray protects your
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This spray protects your hair color by locking in the color and making it more vibrant and heat protected. I Paul Mitchell Color Protect Locking Spray