The key, he says, is “moisture, moisture, moisture” (viaInStyle).

“Don’t overuse hot tools,” Gary warnsDaily Vanity.

“If you want to use a hot tool, you should use a heat protectant spray.”

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He also warns that you shouldneveruse hot tools onwet hair, as “This would essentially fry your hair.

Your hair needs to be completely dry before using any hot tools.”

Harsh ingredients in products like shampoo can really mess with that pH.

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“Our hair is basically made of a protein: keratin,” explains Sims.

She also suggests using a plastic shower cap over conditioned hair to activate the conditioner even more.

Woman spraying product into her hair