Silk Press hair products to keep your hair healthy
It’s chilly outside, the sun sets in the middle of the day, the humidity is at an all-time low, and wearing your hair when it’s damp is as appealing as wearing wet socks. Natural hair babes, you know what that means…it’s silk press season. Not now everything silk presses are created equal (if you get them regularly, you know what we’re talking about). We want you to have the most bouncy, shiniest, and silkiest presses at home. We spoke to Chicago hairstylist Justin Revenge of Justin Revenge Salon for advice on the best products for a DIY silk press. Keep reading for details on her favorite hair products to maintain yours!
About the Expert
Justin Revenge is a Chicago-based hairstylist and owner of Justin Revenge Salon.
Best Silk Press Hair Products
When it comes to getting a silk press without damaging your curls, Revenge’s advice is simple. “Hair stays healthy while using heat by using the right products that specialize in heat protection and by keeping flat irons and blow dryers at a sensible heat setting,” he says.
Innersense Organic Beauty Natural Moisturizing Hair Bath Shampoo
$28 at Amazon.com
A salon-quality silk press starts with clean hair. It is important to start with a cleansed scalp and hair before using heat tools. During the winter months, using a moisturizing shampoo helps prevent dryness. This silicone-free shampoo is ideal for dry, damaged or colored hair.

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Olaplex No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner
$30 at Olaplex.com
This conditioner is great for people who use heat as it binds broken bonds.

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Mielle Organics Babassu & Mint Deep Conditioner with Protein
$10 at Amazon.com
When it comes to caring for your hair in the winter, Revenge says, “using products with extra moisture/moisture, wearing silk-lined headwear, and using scalp oil more often” goes. very far. This deep conditioner helps smooth ends, boosts hair elasticity and reduces breakage.

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Mizani 25 Miracle Milk Leave-In Conditioner
$23 at Mizani.com
When it comes to getting the Justin Revenge Signature Silk Press/Blowout, this leave-in conditioner from Mizani is one of the products the hairstylist swears by. The lightweight formula penetrates hair follicles and prepares hair for heat styling.

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NEEDS Hair Silk Blowout Thermal Protector
$19.99 at N-eeds.com
Although every customer has different needs, a thermal protector is non-negotiable. Revenge recommends its brand’s Heat Spray to protect hair from heat styling damage. Some of the ingredients include aloe, lavender, ginseng, green tea, and coconut oil.

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Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil
$30 at Olaplex.com
Revenge also likes to use this hair oil from Olaplex. It does an excellent job of protecting hair against heat damage and repairing, strengthening and increasing shine.

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Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum
$9.50 at PaulMitchell.com
A pump of this blow-out primer will not only speed up drying time, but it will also seal cuticles and reduce frizz.

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Color WOW Dream Coat Supernatural Spray
$28 at ColorWowHair.com
This anti-frizz spray is another Revenge favorite. The product has moisture blocking technology that prevents moisture from entering the hair shaft and the results last for three to four washes.
