Heat Protection

Professional Heat Protection Spray and Thermal Protectant Range

Shop our full range of professional heat protection spray, thermal heat protectant, blow-dry creams, leave-in treatments and styling serums. We stock over 60 professional heat protection products from Redken, Schwarzkopf Professional, Moroccanoil, Wella Professionals, Amika, Osmo, Olaplex, Color Wow, Maria Nila, SHED, Joico, Wunderbar, Affinage, Matrix, Kemon and more. Free UK delivery on all orders, dispatched from our Codsall hair salon.

Looking for our honest picks rather than the full range? Read our salon's best heat protectant spray UK guide for our top recommendations across hair types and use cases.

Heat Protection Spray

Heat protection spray is the most versatile option for everyday styling. Applied to damp or dry hair before heat styling, it forms a protective barrier on each strand and prevents the cumulative damage caused by flat irons, curling wands, hot brushes and high-heat blow drying. Most professional heat protection sprays in our range protect up to 220 to 230 degrees and are formulated to leave no heaviness or residue.

Thermal Heat Protectant

For more intensive thermal protection, especially on chemically processed or bleached hair, we stock a range of dedicated thermal protectants. These typically offer protection at higher temperatures and often combine with conditioning, bond repair or smoothing benefits. Brands in this category include Redken Iron Shape, Wella EIMI Thermal Image, Schwarzkopf OSiS Flatliner and Matrix Total Results Instacure.

Blow-Dry Heat Protection

Blow-dry specific heat protection works with the heat rather than just blocking it, often speeding up dry time and adding shine or smoothness during the dry. Look for blow-dry creams, accelerated blow-dry sprays and heat-activated stylers in this category. Particularly useful for clients who blow dry daily or weekly.

Leave-In Heat Protection

Leave-in heat protection treatments combine protection with conditioning, repair or moisture in a single step. Particularly suited to dry, damaged or colour-treated hair that needs ongoing care alongside heat styling protection. The category includes leave-in conditioners, multi-tasking treatments and protective serums.

Heat Protection for Colour-Treated Hair

Colour-treated hair fades faster under heat, so dedicated colour-protective heat sprays and serums help preserve both vibrancy and condition. Products in this group typically include UV filters and antioxidants alongside thermal protection.

Vegan Heat Protection

Our vegan heat protection range includes products from Wunderbar Vegan, SHED, Maria Nila, Olaplex and Color Wow. All are 100% vegan and cruelty-free without compromising on professional performance. See our full vegan haircare range for more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a heat protection spray?

A heat protection spray is a styling product applied before heat styling to create a protective barrier on the hair. It reduces moisture loss and protein damage caused by hair dryers, flat irons, curling wands and hot brushes. Most professional heat protection sprays protect up to 220 to 230 degrees.

Is heat protection the same as heat protectant?

Yes, the terms are used interchangeably. "Heat protection" is more common in UK product naming, while "heat protectant" is more common in US naming. Both refer to the same category of styling product.

Do I need a separate product for blow drying versus straightening?

Not necessarily. A standard heat protection spray works for both. However, blow-dry specific products (like accelerated blow-dry sprays or blow-dry creams) often work harder during the dry process, while flat-iron specific sprays can give better results for very high-heat tools. If you do both daily, having one of each in your routine is worth considering.

Where can I buy professional heat protection spray in the UK?

You can shop our full heat protection range here, with over 60 products from professional and salon brands. Free UK delivery on all orders, dispatched from our Codsall hair salon.

How long does heat protection spray last on the hair?

Heat protection works during the styling session itself and any subsequent heat exposure that day. It does not provide ongoing protection after washing. Reapply each time you use heat tools, even if your hair was protected earlier in the same week.

Free UK Delivery From Our Codsall Salon

All orders ship with free UK delivery from our Codsall hair salon. If you are unsure which heat protection product would be right for your hair type or styling routine, our team is happy to help — every product in this range is one we use day to day in the salon, so the recommendations are based on actual experience.