THERMAL VS HEAT

Heat vs. Thermal Protection—What’s the Difference?

Not all heat protectants are created equal—and not all heat is the same.

Quick breakdown:

• Heat protection = light, surface-level shield. Great for quick straightening or touch-ups.
  

• Thermal protection = deeper care. Think blowouts, diffusing, or frequent heat use. It treats and protects hair while you style.
  

Bonus: Thermal protectants often include UV filters to guard against sun damage—heat sprays don’t.

Heat Protection shields hair from styling tools like blow dryers and straighteners, preventing immediate damage like dryness and breakage. It offers basic protection, typically up to 450°F (230°C).

Thermal Protection provides deeper care, nourishing and strengthening hair during repeated styling while also protecting from heat up to 450°F and protects from UV rays while you're out in the sun a lot. 

Let's get into some products that are HEAT vs THERMAL PROTECTORS:  

• Oi All In One Milk
• This Is A Blow Dry Primer 
• SU Milk 
• Heart Of Glass Sheer Glaze

•  EVER SMOOTH Kevin Murphy 
• Davines Melu Hair Shield
• HEATED DEFENSE Kevin Murphy 
• Love Smooth Perfector

Recap:
Use heat protection for quick fixes.
Use thermal protection for serious styling and to protect from UV.
Use both if you love your hair.

Need help choosing?
Ask your Palm Sunday stylist for a rec—we’ve got you.

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Your dream hair starts with protection!