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Does a silk pillowcase really prevent hair breakage, or is it just marketing?

A silk or satin pillowcase lowers the friction between your hair and the pillow, but independent clinical proof that it reduces hair breakage is missing. Here's what the fibre data...

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Does heat protectant still work on day 2, or do you need to reapply?

Heat protectant stays on your hair until your next wash, but the film wears down from brushing, sleeping and sebum. That's why you apply a fresh thin layer before every...

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Why is the top layer of my hair drier and more damaged than the layer underneath?

The top layer of your hair didn't grow differently, it has simply had far more sun, friction and heat than the hairs underneath. Here's exactly where that difference comes from...

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Does heat protectant need to dry before you start styling?

With a straightener or curling iron, let your heat protectant dry first: water in your hair boils inside the hair fibre and lowers the temperature at which keratin breaks down....

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Does cold water really close your hair cuticles? Here's what actually happens

No: hair cuticles are dead keratin cells without muscles and don't respond to cold water. Water and pH move your cuticles, a cold rinse gave no extra shine in testing,...

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How long does it take for heat damage to grow out of your hair?

Heat damage doesn't heal: damaged hair has to grow out and be cut off. With growth of 1 to 1.25 cm per month, count on roughly one month per centimetre...

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Which styling tool actually works for curly or coily hair?

Airstyler, diffuser, or flat iron: which attachment keeps your curl instead of stretching it out, and why ceramic and a lower temperature are safer for curly and coily hair.

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AirStyler FAQ: All about the Ace & Taylor multistyler MS230 (Airwrap Dupe)

All your questions about the Ace & Taylor AirStyler (Multistyler) answered! Discover the Coanda effect, metal barrels, all attachments, styling tips, and why this is the best Dyson Airwrap alternative....

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