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Summary
Highlights
Joico Heat Hero Glossing Thermal Protector instantly delivers a shield between your hair and any thermal-styling tool in your repertoire; and infuses + fortifies hair with a healthy, glossy sheen that locks out dulling pollutants.
Benefits
- Thermal protection up to 450 F (232 C)
- Heat-activated, split-end mender
- Boosts Shine
- Protects against pollution*
- Paraben-free
- *Laboratory tested using pollution particles
Item 2579854
Spray on dry hair before using a hot tool. Reapply after styling to finish and add hold.
Alcohol Denat., Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isobutane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, VA/Crotonates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Copolymer, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Tocopherol, Benzoic Acid, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Fragrance/Parfum.
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- Q
Is this product safe to use on human hair wig for styling?
- Asked by Marianne
- Official Answer By Joico - Brand EngageHi Marianne! Thank you for your question. Absolutely, the Joico Heat Hero Glossing Thermal Protector is safe for human hair wig styling. The Joico Heat Hero Glossing Thermal Protector protects hair from thermal damage from hot tools while adding a boost of shine and heat-activated, split-end mender. It is recommended to be applied to dry hair to offer thermal protection from hot tools such as flat irons and curling irons. You can also reapply after styling to finish and add hold. Hope that helps clarify! ✨💕Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product extension safe?
- Asked by Kiki
- Official Answer By Joico - Brand EngageHi Kiki! Thanks for asking. You absolutely can use the Joico Heat Hero Glossing Thermal Protector on hair extensions. However, we would recommend checking with your brand of extensions. Depending on the extension company they may have specific product recommendations to protect the warranty on your extensions. Hope that helps clarify! ✨💕Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hello, is this formula safe for colored treated hair?
- Asked by Nicole
- Official Answer By Joico - Brand EngageHi Nicole! Thanks for your question. Absolutely, all of the Joico Styling Products are safe for color treated hair. Hope that helps clarify! ✨💕Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
CAN YOU USE PRODUCT ON WET HAIR THEN BLOW DRY
- Asked by SUZI
- Official Answer By Joico - Brand EngageHi Suzi! Thank you for your question. The Joico Heat Hero Glossing Thermal Protector protects hair from thermal damage from hot tools while adding a boost of shine and heat-activated, split-end mender. It is recommended to be applied to dry hair to offer thermal protection from hot tools such as flat irons and curling irons. You can also reapply after styling to finish and add hold. If you would like protection for wet hair before blow drying we would recommend the Joico Dream Blowout Thermal Protection Créme or the Joico Defy Damage Protective Shield. Hope that helps clarify! ✨💕Was this answer helpful to you
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Can you use this product on wet hair before yoy blowdry?
- Asked by Alli T
- Official Answer By Joico - Brand EngageHi Alli T! Thank you for your question. The Joico Heat Hero Glossing Thermal Protector protects hair from thermal damage from hot tools while adding a boost of shine and heat-activated, split-end mender. It is recommended to be applied to dry hair to offer thermal protection from hot tools such as flat irons and curling irons. You can also reapply after styling to finish and add hold. If you would like protection for wet hair before blow drying we would recommend the Joico Dream Blowout Thermal Protection Créme or the Joico Defy Damage Protective Shield. Hope that helps clarify! ✨💕Was this answer helpful to you
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Hair Type
Most Helpful Positive Review
A MUST HAVE
I was bummed IronClad was discontinued but wanted to give this a try even though it had lack luster reviews. Off the bat, the scent on this one was much less chemically compared to IronClad, which I was never a fan of in terms of scent.The scent of IronClad was suffocating at best and the scent of t...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Wouldn't Go Out of My Way to Purchase
After blow-drying my hair, I applied the JOICO Heat Hero Glossing Thermal Protector before using a curling iron. I prefer a heat protectant that is applied to wet hair. It doesn't make sense to put heat on your hair with a blow dryer and then apply a heat protector. That said, I would have been open...
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Hair Type Straight Hair
I use a hot iron daily & this is a must have for me. I have very fine hair and have found other heat protectors make my hair look greasy. I wash my hair every few days and never have to worry about build up.
A Must Buy
Hair Type Very Curly Hair
Absolutely love this product! My hair stylist got me hooked! Nice protectant and holds hair nicely. Best thing is it smells so amazing! I only wish it was available in all Ulta stores!
Overall really enjoy it
I just bought this for the first time and it works well, but the smell is a bit strong. Very much smells like an aerosol hair spray but doesnt leave too much of the smell on your hair. Just might give you a small headache if in a small space.
I will be buying again
Hair Type Wavy Hair
Worked really well, didn't make my hair feel greasy, and had great shine.
Solid product
Hair Type Wavy Hair
Solid product, definitely only use after your hair is dry but before a hot styling