CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray, Nourishing Formula Helps Resist Heat Damage to Hair & Tame Frizz, Clear, 8 Oz

I LOVE this heat protectant. I especially love how they have this small size version of it because It makes it easy to travel with. For reference I'm a competitive all star cheerleader so it's important to protect my hair from all the heat I put on it to curl it for competitions. I loved it so much that I even bought another one once it ran out. I will say that the smaller size doesn't last for a super long time though, but it depends on how much product you use in your hair.

I am 50+ years old with ethnically mixed hair. I use this ChI 44, almost exclusively on my bang. No matter how else I am wearing my hair, I am always stuck with the bang my brother "helped" me cut, when I was 5 years old.And with my hair texture, frizz, just frizz. It used to just either be puffy BIG BANG frizzy, or tight and drawn up frizz. SO, now that I found this, if I go out of the house I use it. It protects my hair from the heat & definitely helps it, to straighten in one flat iron pass . I have also, since I began using this about 6-7 years ago, been able to turn way down both my flat iron, and curling wand temperature.I spray some on my bang, comb through, hit it with some heat to detangle; then after it is straight i put a bit more CHI 44, in my hands(this is why the pump was helpful) & lightly apply to my bang. I pull my wand or flat iron through again, this time I curl it under, like a Bob, and I then turn it under; and immediately unplug the device, hold it curled, for however long my arthritic shoulder will let me, then toss it into a large open roller. Lastly, if possible, and as quickly as I can I blast it with cool air (usually the car A/C because I am usually doing this on the way to the doctors, or wherever I am going). Then I leave the curler in till I get where I am going, but 10 minutes usually does the trick.Even as i am typing this, i can't believe after all these years of hair struggles, I have what can be called a system or a routine. I have medical limitations, so I don't do my hair to leave the house every day. So, routing doesn't quite fit.This works better than anything ever has. When I am able to do steps using the CHI 44 guard, heat, and a curler, my bang drops from the curler & it is "fresh blowout bouncy".I am also sure it helps fight humidity etc. So, I am giving it 5 stars. With me health, and medications, I am always hot and humid and eventually my hair does frizz.But with age, I have come to realize, that for me, I care far more about my appearance upon my entrance then my departure. I do not think people pay as much attention to my flaws, as I worry about. And if they do, it's probably within the first few minutes of seeing me. So having a good bang entrance has really pleased me. Now I like i can throw the rest of the birds nest I call hair into a ponytail and get to enjoying a day out of the house.Lastly the smell, i am very sensitive to smells. This smells like "heat protection" it has the smell a good thermal protection shampoo or conditioner has. Not pleasant, but not sickening. Also, it does not linger. If it stayed I would not recommend it, but it fades quickly. My husband however did comment a few times in the closed car. I usually spray it before I leave the house, then heat straighten it, in the car etc.So, it is when I go to spray the tiny bit on my hands, before curling it under, that it bothers him. That is why I got a pump to try. It seems to work as well as the aerosol version, with the added benefit, that one quick pump into my hand doesn't fill the car with the scent the way aerosolizing it does/.I like having both pump and can. Recently, I started using a few spritzes from the hairline back a few inches into my pulled back hair. I hadn't tried this, in all the years since i found it, because i have neck problems, I am hesitant to use any kind of holding products for fear of having difficulty washing them out. This has not been a problem, leaves no flaking residue behind. And it does keep my ponytail neat.The can is quicker for this, but the pump works the same.I have used the iron guard with assistance, to help when straightening my whole head after shampoo. It was great. But, I have not tried this with the pump. I will update if I do.This product has helped me so much, I will keep eye out for any questions about it, that i can answer. Good luck if you are trying it for the first time.

The only problem I would have is I wish it but it came in a bigger size cuz it is a small bottle but other than that I love the product I used it before and it's just that the hair store around my area didn't carry it any more so I just brought some from Amazon but like I said it was a small bottle but it will last you a couple of months

I have curly hair and for some reason the Chi spray doesn't last long because of the weather and humidity.

This product has helped my hair a ton. I had some breakage and by using this product I was able to prevent further breakage. The breakage caused my hairstyle to look awkward but by using this to protect the hair I have been able to grow it to a point that the previous breakage is undetectable.

I use the regular sized one at home and got this for travel purpose. If I don't apply conditioner after shampoo, my hair becomes dry when using this protectant spray, which is the reason I am taking away a star. Else it serves its purpose just fine. I experimented using it with and without conditioner and also applying oil before washing my hair, there is a significant difference in hair texture when using the spray. It is very dry when I don't use the oil before washing or the conditioner. Ok when I jsut apply oil before wash and perfect when I have conditioner after shampoo.Update: lowering a star because this did not help at all in our Europe trip. For Italy can blame the weather. But still the hair was very frizzy and dry unless I use a conditioner. I will look into other options in future. But does it do the job of protecting the hair. Mostly yes.

A must-have before using any hot tools! It protects my hair from heat damage and adds a bit of shine. Lightweight and doesn’t leave a sticky residue. Also leaves my hair smelling fresh. Great quality product, and easy to apply.

i’ve always used Chi heat protectant on my natural hair , i like it. i used it on my wig to straighten it, and it made it a little stuff at first but after combing thru it, it was loose and flowy which i love.