What it is:A heat-protecting styling spray that instantly repairs, strengthens, and smooths hair.What it does:With an exceptionally high level of thermal protection of up to 428 degrees, this multitasking formula provides maximum anti-breakage protection from chemical treatments and tools so hair is not only repaired and replenished, but also thoroughly protected inside and out. It works to detangle, soften, and create a protective moisturizing barrier around the hair's outer layer, eliminating dryness and brittleness while naturally increasing its strength and elasticity.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Dyes- Phthalates- GMOs- TriclosanWhat else you need to know:The ingredients contained in this product are eco-certified, fair-trade compliant, and certified organic. Their production and sale aid in supporting the development of local communities while remaining environmentally friendly. This product is also free of gluten, mineral oil, DEA, TEA, petrolatum, and PABA.Research Results:Clinically proven to reduce breakage by 87 percent.

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Questions & Answers for ALTERNA Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

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Consistency of product?

Can anyone tell me, in the bottle, is the product a liquid, or is it thick, almost like lotion? I bought a bottle and when I got it home opened it up, and it's easily as thick as, if not thicker than, the conditioner in this same line. All other heat protectant sprays I have used before have all been liquids, so I was surprised by this. Thanks!

asked 1 year, 6 months ago

briebelle00

(Elkhart, Indiana)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

11 answers

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answer 1

it is a thicker product, but works AWESOME. Mine is the consistency of a thin conditioner and I spray/squirt it all over, rub it in, then comb through.

answered 8 months ago

vegglamour

(Boston, MA)

answer 2

It is thick, I was surprised by it too.... but that just means you use less. I spray it on my hands and put it in my hair. Its just too thick to spray on hair.

answered 1 year, 1 month ago

cristally

(Portland, OR)

answer 3

The product is a little thick, but it hasn't made my hair look or feel heavy at all. Just use it sparingly. I only use 3 sprays on my head and that is plenty to cover my hair before I straighten it. Your hair may look/feel wet after you apply the product, but after you style your hair (straighten, curl, whatever) it will not longer look or feel wet. It is just damp with the product at first so the product can protect your hair. I've found it to work well for my hair.

answered 1 year, 1 month ago

denverjo

(Denver, CO)

answer 4

It is more like a lotion for sure. I spray it into my palm, rub my hands together, then spread the product through my hair.

answered 1 year, 2 months ago

Sensitisma

(Augusta, GA)

answer 5

This product is more like a lotion, a little thicker but it does not weigh down the hair like you might expect.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

snowfall88

(Juneau, AK)

answer 6

It is very thick.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

triciaann12

(Maryland)

answer 7

Thick like a lotion

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

glaminbk

(Brooklyn, NY)

answer 8

It's thick, but sprays. It's not as thick as the conditioner and when I come it through and blow dry, it doesn't drip.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

vafoodie

(Jersey City, NJ)

answer 9

When I got it, it was really thick almost like an lotion.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

agnes89am

(Dallas, TX)

answer 10

yes it meant to be thick like a conditoner, afterall that is what it is doing, it does much more than just heat protection

answered 1 year, 5 months ago

tgall460

(Lehigh Valley, PA)

answer 11

Yes, it's thick, like a cream not a spray. It's strange that they are calling it a spray. I was surprised too.

answered 1 year, 5 months ago

perpetualsun

(Albany, NY)

Question

apply to wet or dry hair?

asked 1 year, 2 months ago

phillygirl27

(Philly, PA)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

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answer 1

I have been applying to my hair wet.

answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago

pamouselover

(Pa)

answer 2

I think it's supposed to be on damp (or towel dried) hair before blowdrying. You can use a bit more if you are going to flat iron too but it weighs my hair down more if I use it when my hair is dry

answered 3 months, 4 weeks ago

lovelyevenstar

(Olympia,WA)

answer 3

I apply it to my hair when it’s damp. Works like a charm!

answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago

kikiturc

answer 4

Apply to damp, towel dried hair, but not WET hair. When your hair is wet...like still dripping... The HIGH heat from your blowdryer can actually boil the water in your hair, doing more damage than usual. Towel dry your hair to get the WET out, then apply your heat protectant :)

answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago

ellejaycie

answer 5

I apply wet and let it air dry then I straighten

answered 6 months ago

virgo77

(San Diego, CA)

answer 6

apply to damp towel dried hair - works like a charm!

answered 8 months ago

vegglamour

(Boston, MA)

answer 7

Wet hair. And every thermal protectant I have ever seen is for applying to wet hair as they are water based so the product gets moved around better and because people use them commonly to prevent damage from blow drying. Though, I don't see why you couldn't use it on dry hair, but it would be much heavier in your hair.

answered 1 year, 1 month ago

cristally

(Portland, OR)

answer 8

I always blow dry my hair, then apply the product before straightening. After you apply this product on dry hair, it might make your hair look wet, but don't worry, after you straighten your hair, it won't look wet anymore.

answered 1 year, 1 month ago

denverjo

(Denver, CO)

Question

dry hair?

does it work on dry hair ?like not wet hair

asked 1 year, 5 months ago

antie96

(queens newyork)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

6 answers

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answer 1

Yes. I have only used it on dry hair since I don't use my straightener on wet hair.
I spray my hands, rub it around, and work it through my hair.
Then I wait a few minutes for it to dry before using my straightener.

answered 4 months ago

madsiren

(San Diego, CA)

answer 2

You can put it on wet or dry hair, but I've found its a lot better putting it on dry hair or else (because of the waxy texture of the product) it won't come off orf your hands as easily as if your hair was dry.

answered 7 months ago

target00

(McLean,VA)

answer 3

I always use this product when my hair is dry. It might make your hair look/feel wet, because this product is coating it before you straighten it in order to prevent damage. After you straighten your hair, it won't look or feel wet anymore.

answered 1 year, 1 month ago

denverjo

(Denver, CO)

answer 4

I have not tried it on dry hair, but I would think its best application would be on wet hair because it comes out as more of a hair lotion.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

snowfall88

(Juneau, AK)

answer 5

I've only used this on wet hair. I use the oil on dry hair.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

vafoodie

(Jersey City, NJ)

answer 6

I don't know. I haven't tried it on dry hair. I feel like it would make you look greasy.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

arosec

(Brooklyn, NY)

Question

will this stain or leave residue on a ceramic flt iron?

asked 6 months ago

kmt123

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

6 answers

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answer 1

no it doesn't. Then again maybe it can if you use too much of it. I can't use more than 2 or 3 sprays or it will weigh my hair down &I don't have any probs with it leaving residue

answered 3 months, 4 weeks ago

lovelyevenstar

(Olympia,WA)

answer 2

I haven't encountered that problem with either my ceramic flat iron or my metal curler.

answered 4 months ago

dastronomer

(El Paso, TX)

answer 3

I put it on when my hair is wet then blow dry. I have also used it on dry hair and then flat iron and have never noticed any residue or build up on the iron or my hair.

answered 4 months ago

SLCOLLINS

(Fountaintown.In)

answer 4

Not so far!

answered 4 months ago

madsiren

(San Diego, CA)

answer 5

answered 4 months, 1 week ago

mbenny

answer 6

I have a Sedu and haven't noticed any problems!

answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago

bethainy

(Portland, OR)

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Thick frizzy hair

I have thick and frizzy hair, especially in hot and humid weather. Will this be able to smooth my hair out? And will it work if I apply it to damp hair & let it air dry?

asked 10 months ago

Anonymous

(Toronto, ON)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

5 answers

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answer 1

YES!

answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago

pamouselover

(Pa)

answer 2

Doubtful. I have fine hair &it doesn't smooth mine out. Maybe if I used more it might but then my hair would feel stiff and heavy & I don't like that feeling.

answered 3 months, 4 weeks ago

lovelyevenstar

(Olympia,WA)

answer 3

Yes! I too have the frizz bizz and this product totally helped tame my fly aways. I live in a dry climate so I dunno how it'd do in a humid area. It is worth a try though. It's best to use on damp hair before you dry it since it's purpose is to protect your hair from the harsh heat of a flat or curling iron. You can use it after too but definitely use before first.

answered 4 months ago

dastronomer

(El Paso, TX)

answer 4

Yeah, Seems great for your type of hair.

answered 7 months ago

target00

(McLean,VA)

answer 5

I would recommend the following combo. I have thick and naturally curly hair, however, with my mother's "help", the Wella straightening treatments made my lush locks into something of a Burton film; odd, and abstract. DC is built on a swamp land, so I know what you mean. Still haven't found the perfect combo but this has been helping
- Fekkai Protein RX or Loreal Vive Pro
- follow while damp the product that was listed
- do not blow dry hair. avoid heating it up if possible...let it dry naturally
- flat iron using a round brush to get those locks in line
- finish with morrocan oil brand serum and number 3 finishing spray (light)
- for extra protection use the Loreal hairspray light on roots and on ends to keep them in place.

Done : )

answered 8 months ago

Charlotte001

(Washington, DC)

Question

How long does the 4.2 oz spray bottle last?

asked 1 year, 4 months ago

Anonymous

(Calgary, Canada)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

4 answers

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answer 1

Using it every other day it lasted me about three months

answered 4 months, 1 week ago

mbenny

(Pennsylvania)

answer 2

I have had the product for about a month and have used it every day. My hair is thick and a couple inches above my belly botton. There is only about a half an inch to an inch of product missing from the bottle. It deff last a long time!

answered 8 months ago

kone

(PA)

answer 3

I use it every day and have fine shoulder length hair. I use maybe 10-12 squirts of the product, rub it in, then blow dry. I've had it 3 weeks, and have used 1/3 of the bottle.

answered 8 months ago

vegglamour

(Boston, MA)

answer 4

Depending on your hair's length and thickness, it should last several months. I've been using it for over a month and have most of the bottle left.

answered 1 year, 2 months ago

Sensitisma

(Augusta, GA)

Question

can I use this on dry hair

Can I use the Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray on dry hair right before I use the straigtener on it? I straighten my hair in the morning and wash it at night - should I use this on my hair the night before - then straighten it in the morning?

asked 3 months ago

LuckyM0m

(HIllsborough NJ)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

3 answers

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answer 1

I think it is easier to apply evenly on wet hair. I have used it on dry just before straightening, but I feel like it doesn't evenly coat all the hair when it is dry.

answered 2 months ago

missalis

(Scarborough, ME)

answer 2

I would recommend using it right before you use the heat..... meaning don't do it the night before. It might wear off.

answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago

target00

(McLean,VA)

answer 3

I use this on dry hair.
I wash my hair at night and put the spray on when its dry in the morning.
I spray a liberal amount on my hands and rub & brush it through my hair trying to coat it all. I have a lot of hair so I use a lot.
Then I let it dry for a few minutes. I'll get dressed and apply makeup.
Then when that's dry I straighten my hair in small sections with my T3.

answered 2 months, 3 weeks ago

madsiren

(San Diego, CA)

Question

Supposed to squirt instead of spray?

Reading all the other question and answers, I see that this "spray" is supposed to be thick. But does everyone find that it comes out of the bottle as a squirt, instead of a spray? It doesn't disperse the product all over my hair but instead lands in one spot.

asked 3 months, 1 week ago

lablond

(LA, CA)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

3 answers

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answer 1

It definitely should be a spray texture, not a serum. If you bought it and it isn't spraying, I'd take it back due to a faulty bottle.

Here's my detailed review and I noted that I think it sprays evenly :-) http://everydaylipstick.com/2013/03/05/alterna-hair-products/

answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago

ea123

(Denver, CO)

answer 2

Yeah, definitely comes out in a squirt.

answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago

target00

(McLean,VA)

answer 3

That's how it is for me, too. If it's too thick, put it into your palms and rub it into your hair. Or, spray it on and use a comb to work it through. It's very thick!! I actually thought it was a spray too and definitely sprayed in right in my eye the first time I used it lol

answered 3 months ago

sugar1

(Ohio)

Question

Is this product to be a thick as it seems in the bottle?

I ordered this product a few weeks ago, and have loved it. But I am not liking that it seems more of a lotion then a spray. Wonderign if it became frozen in shipment?

asked 3 months, 2 weeks ago

pamouselover

(Pa)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

2 answers

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answer 1

Nope, when I bought it straight from the store, I had the same results. Try spraying it onto your hands, then rubbing your hands together and distributing it through your hair.

answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago

target00

(McLean,VA)

answer 2

Mine is very thick too. I spray it on my hands, rub it around, then through my hair. I comb it it through to evenly coat everything, adding more if needed.

answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago

madsiren

(San Diego, CA)

Question

Are Alterna products gluten free?

I have heard that Alterna products are all gluten free. For the benefit of gluten intolerant customers, can this be verified? If so, is there a place to find this information on the Sephora Web site?

asked 1 month ago

mommavan

(Junction City, KS)

on Bamboo Smooth Anti-Breakage Thermal Protectant Spray

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