Tools of the trade

DYSON Supersonic Hair Dryer

Dyson isn’t just doing fans: their hair tools offer optimum technology with no extreme heat and a new flyaway attachment. Fast-drying and engineered to protect hair from extreme heat damage, it’s no wonder why Dyson is the most- awarded hair dryer of 2021. With numerous custom modes, it’s the Swiss army knife of hair tools. $429.99 to $499.99 at dyson.com

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CHI LAVA Curl Shot
Infused with volcanic lava derived from lava rocks, CHI seems an appropriate choice for Hawaiian Island residents and visitors. Gentle and consistent heat is provided to optimize styling at lower-than-normal temperatures
to forego damaging hair. Bonus: Volcanic powders offer ion-infused gentle heat for
hair that shines. $129.99 at chi.com

CHI Lava Spin N Curl
Using CHI’s coveted volcanic ceramic technology, you can safely create large curls
and waves via pre-set, adjustable heat times and temperature settings. With a curl chamber surrounded by a protective heat barrier, you won’t have to worry about burning yourself either. $139.99 at chi.com

ORIBE Balm d’Or Heat Styling Shield

Shield your hair from thermal damage by simply spraying on this superlight heat-activated shield. Using polymer technology and nourishing oils, like cassis, maracuja and sandalwood, natural oils nourish and protect hair’s most fragile strands to seal in shine, even after heat exposure. $45 at oribe.com

AVEDA Heat Relief Thermal Protector & Conditioning Mist

Instantly conditions hair to offer softness and shine before curling, straightening or drying. Using 97% natural ingredients, Aveda’s signature shampure aroma calms and protects hair during the heated styling process. $32 at aveda.com

CHRISTOPHE ROBIN Purifying Mask with Thermal Mud

A different spin on thermal protection, this hair mask uses mineral-rich volcanic mud to purify and nourish hair that has been dried out from styling or using too many blow dryers. Moisture is optimized, thanks to spirulina balancing out the hair’s natural barrier function. $47 at christopherobin.com

SLIP SLIP x Alice + Olivia Spring Paisley Queen Zippered Pillowcase

These pure silk pillows have not only been raved about for protecting your skin, but also for preventing bed head. A beauty secret of celebrity hairstylists, these stylish pillowcases — this one a cute, co-branded model with Alice + Olivia — reduce hair tangling and heat- provoking friction by 43% on average, based on 220-360 thread count. $89 at slip.com

Turn up the heat: Heat protecting tools are all the rage in this day and age. When styling or drying your hair, it’s crucial to have heat-protectant tools on hand, regardless of your hair type — and especially in our tropical climate in the Islands. In order to combat unwanted heat damage, heat protectants are strongly recommended for anyone using a hair dryer or hot tools directly on his/her mane.

And better yet: Good heat protectants actually smooth and nourish the hair follicle; key ingredients to look for include amino acids, keratin, panthenol and propylene glycol.

In fact, heat protectants act as a barrier between your hair and the heat-emitting tool to lock in moisture.

Spray protectants are best used section by section to avoid skipping a spot. Creams and other products are best applied with a comb before drying. Masks are alternative options: best to be used following a shampoo routine and pre-blow dry.

Other tools, such as Dyson, offer styling equipment that reduces the amount of heat damage to your hair, so you can safely use them every day. Here’s our selection of the top tools and products to beat the heat.