The 12 Best Heat Protection Sprays For Shiny And Smooth Hair

Jonathan Van Ness spent years formulating this product after finding it impossible to persuade his own clients to use a heat protectant – and, spoiler alert, it’s an absolute triumph.

This squalane-based serum sinks straight into damp hair without even a tiny trace of stickiness, and makes styled ends feels silky and soft. You’ll barely believe it’s protective enough to shield from a serious straightening session.

Sick of standard heat protection sprays dampening your hair before straightening it? This innovative dry aerosol shields your strands from heat up to 232 degrees without wetting the surface, so you won't hear any fizz, crackle or pop when your straighteners through it.

You'd be hard-pressed to find an esteemed hairstylist who doesn't have a bottle (or two) of Pli in their kit. The pros love its ability to provide impressively long-lasting hold and shape without making hair appear too 'done', even when used liberally.

It should come as no surprise that the styling experts at Drybar have formulated a winning heat-protect spray.

If you find it tricky to get an even coating of your heat protect product – or have fine hair that gets easily overloaded – try this one. It comes in an aerosol bottle, so you can mist it straight over lengths to ensure a light coating.

A one-and-done winner for thirsty strands, this classic protects from heat, smoothes frizz and adds blinding shine. Smooth a small amount through damp lengths before reaching for the hairdryer, and thank us later.

For fine strands that are prone to dryness, this honey-infused lightweight spray will help to protect it from heat up to 450 degrees while fortifying fragile hair and imbuing it with moisture. Say hello to glossier, softer locks.

This deliciously-scented mist incorporates propolis (a compound produced by bees) which has been sustainably sourced from founder Negin Mirsalehi's family apiary. It protects hair from heat and UV by creating a barrier that reduces damage and breakage.

If extra sleek, reflective hair is your ultimate goal, Color Wow Dream Coat is the industry's best kept secret. The 'Extra Strength' version is especially good for frizz-prone hair and humid weather, keeping strands smooth even after three washes.

For curls and coils in need of extra hydration, you can't go wrong with Fable & Mane's nourishing, Ayurveda-driven formulas. It's packed with aloe, glycerin and amla to condition and soften dehydrated tresses while taking care of tangles. It smells absolutely delicious, too.

Suitable for all hair textures from 1A to 3C, this plant-powered cream features a nourishing blend of organic avocado, green tea and sacha inchi oils to condition and visibly smooth the hair, while sunflower seed oil moisturises.

You only need a few drops of this highly concentrated oil to saturate your hair prior to heat styling. Not only does it protect the hair from heat up to 232 degrees, it also doubles as a treatment for dry, damaged hair, thanks to the infusion of Olaplex's iconic bonding complex.

Free from silicone and infused with plant oils, this treatment is ideal for coarse and frizzy hair that needs extra-special care. Apply onto damp lengths to reduce flyaways while making that blow-dry so much quicker.