Hairspray:
* Purpose: Holds hair in place, adds volume and texture, and can help with frizz control.
* How it works: Creates a stiff, sticky layer on the hair that holds it in place.
* Heat protection: Generally doesn't provide heat protection.
Heat protectant:
* Purpose: Protects hair from damage caused by heat styling tools like hair dryers, curling irons, and straighteners.
* How it works: Forms a barrier around the hair shaft that prevents heat from penetrating and damaging the hair.
* Hair holding: Doesn't hold hair in place or add volume.
In summary:
* You need both a heat protectant and hairspray if you want to style your hair with heat and hold the style in place.
* Using only hairspray won't protect your hair from heat damage.
* Using only heat protectant won't hold your style in place.
Tip: Apply heat protectant before styling with heat, and then apply hairspray after you've finished styling.