Are you damaged?

You’ve just finished styling your hair with your trusty flat iron or blow dryer, only to notice a few (well, sometimes more than a few) extra strands left behind on the bathroom floor. Sound familiar? Welcome to the world of heat damage—a sneaky culprit behind hair loss that many of us overlook. In this 3 part series, we’ll explore how excessive heat can lead to thinning hair and give you some great heatless style tips to keep your hair looking and feeling lush and healthy.

WHAT CAUSES HEAT DAMAGE?

While heat styling tools can work wonders in creating sleek, polished hairstyles, they can also wreak havoc on our hair if not used properly. High temperatures from flat irons, curling wands, and blow dryers can strip away moisture from the hair shaft, leaving it dry, brittle, and prone to breakage. Over time, this damage can contribute to thinning hair, as weakened strands are more likely to fall out prematurely. 

PREVENTING HEAT DAMAGE

So, what can be done to combat heat damage and prevent hair loss? The key lies in adopting heat-safe styling practices and incorporating protective products into your hair care routine. One simple solution is to embrace heatless hairstyles, which allow you to achieve gorgeous looks without subjecting your hair to excessive heat. Here is a great heatless curler step-by-step style guide that you can incorporate into your hair rotation in order to keep your strands shiny and healthy, and prevent additional heat damage. 

Heatless Curlers Style Guide 

Heatless curlers are a fantastic option for achieving beautiful curls without subjecting your hair to heat damage. Girl, there’s definitely a reason that these have gone absolutely viral on IG. These curlers come in various forms, such as foam rollers, fabric curlers, or spiral rods, and they work by setting your hair in curls overnight or for a few hours. One popular type of heatless curlers are the "ribbon rods” (these are probably the ones you have seen in TikTok tutorials lately). These are flexible, silk-covered rods that can be bent and twisted to create different curl sizes and styles. They're comfortable to sleep in and can produce lovely, bouncy curls without the need for heat.

What You'll Need: 

Ribbon curling rods 

Hair clips 

Wide-tooth comb or detangling brush 

Semi di Lino Moisture Nutritive Leave-In Conditioner

Step-by-Step Instructions: 

• Start with clean, damp hair. If your hair is not damp, lightly mist it with water or use a leave-in conditioner like Semi di Lino Nutritive Leave-In Conditioner to add moisture. 
• Part your hair into small sections, depending on how many curls you want. Smaller sections will result in tighter curls, while larger sections will create loose waves. 
• Take one section of hair and comb it to remove any tangles. Apply a small amount of styling product, such as Semi di Lino Curl Defining Cream, if desired, to help hold the curl. 
• Place the end of the section of hair around the ribbon rod and roll it up towards your scalp, twisting the rod as you go to secure the hair in place. Once you reach the scalp, bend the ends of the ribboni rod to hold it in place. 
• Repeat steps 3-6 for the rest of your hair, working one section at a time. Once all of your hair is wrapped around the ribbon rods, allow it to air dry completely or leave the rods in overnight for best results. 
• To remove the ribbon rods, gently unravel them from your hair, being careful not to disrupt the curls. 
• Use your fingers to separate and fluff the curls, or use a wide-tooth comb for a more defined look. Finish with a light mist of Semi di Lino Sublime Cristalli Spray for that ultimate shine.