Do you have sensitive skin? We know it can be frustrating finding the best hair system attachment products for sensitive skin. You might be unsure if the product will irritate your scalp or your customer’s scalp. So how do you find out? This skin-safe solvent works faster than C-22 and features 100% organic Lanolin oil to help soothe your skin. Action is less oily, which makes the cleanup process easier; this also makes it easier for you to achieve a secure attachment the next time you bond your system. WHAT IT DOES FOR YOUR HAIR - SPF30 UVA protection - Water-resistant, non-greasy formula - Enriched with coconut oil and coconut fragrance - Made with a targeted nozzle for ease of application on the scalp

Walker Tape Pro Flex II is a very popular Hypo-allergenic Hair Replacement System Tape. It’s made with Urethane, which makes for a very flexible bond. To start, let’s explain what scalp protectors are. They are prep products that do what they say, they protect the scalp and help increase adhesive or tape hold times. Well, you can wave goodbye to sun damage, because we've found the best scalp and hair sun protectants out there. Just spritz, wait to dry and you'll be good to go. What are hair and scalp sun protectants? The hardest part of using scalp protectors is deciding which one you want to use. Each one has its own benefits. Certain ones may work better for certain clients.

5. Aveda Sun Care Protective Hair Veil

Antioxidant-rich ingredients, like sunflower seed oil, are an added benefit to this scalp sunscreen, as it contains Vitamin E which can help strengthen your hair and increase shine. However, we’re just as pleased about what the formula leaves out, like hair-drying sulfates and octinoxate and oxybenzone—two potentially harmful chemicals for your health and the environment. Hair and scalp sun protectors come in a variety of forms and products - from scalp sprays to moisturisers, hair oils and more, there's a mass of ways to keep your hair safe from even the sunniest of days. Just like applying heat protectant when we dry, straighten or curl our hair, we need to protect our hair from the natural heat of the sun as well as the sun rays that shine when it's particularly sunny. Providing UVA and UVB coverage, we’re fond of Hawaiian Tropic’s lightweight feel, and those with acne-prone skin will benefit from its non-comedogenic formula. Plus, where many mineral formulas leave behind a white cast, this one’s translucent finish is nearly undetectable. Yup, your scalp can totally get sunburned. “The scariest thing about getting sunburned on your scalp is that it’s not an area you can see easily, so it might be difficult to catch developing moles or potential melanoma,” trichologist Dominic Burg, chief scientist at Evolis Professional has told Cosmo. And even though your hair can't get sunburned (your strands are already dead, which means they have zero possibility of developing cancer), it also needs a layer of sun protection—especially if it's color-treated. “Sun exposure can actually strip your hair color and destroy your hair-pigment molecules, purely through the radiation damage caused by UV rays,” says Burg. The easiest way to prevent any of this? Scalp. Sunscreen. Can you use regular sunscreen on your scalp? It may not come as a surprise that at Walker Tape, we love our hair system tapes. But we have other products that we’ve put a lot of love and care into. Our prep products are a great example. Each one has been made with you and your clients in mind, to ensure that you’re able to provide the best service possible.

This is our classic Scalp Protector . It creates a more basic layer of protection between the scalp and the adhesive. It is good for clients who:Particularly if you have thin hair, Dr. Wolinsky says, in addition to using sunscreen, wearing a hat is your best bet for protecting your scalp from sun damage. Look for one with an ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of at least 50—we have a few favorites. In need of a lightweight, water-resistant, UV defence mist? Let us direct you towards Aveda's Sun Care Protective Hair Veil. Keep your hair and scalp covered: Okurrr, this is where fancy cute hats come in VERY handy. CLOUD NINE recommends loose hats particularly because they'll keep your hair and scalp safe without actually messing up your 'do. Chic and safe. Look, we love a Gomez or a Garner-recommended beauty product, but regarding sunscreen, we trust no one’s judgment more than the Skin Cancer Foundation. The organization brands its seal of approval on this sunscreen, and so do we, thanks to its barely detectable finish, water-resistant formula, and four shades ranging from fair to deep. If you don’t want to change your system too often (especially since 1522 Clear is a daily wear tape!), we have a variety of extended and maximum wear tapes made specifically for that. Your best bets are going to be Walker Signature Sensi-Tak Select, which is hypoallergenic and is good for a 1-2 week hold, and our Walker Signature Tape, which has a 4+ week hold time.

If you've ever had your scalp burnt, you'll know the redness and flakiness can be irritating and painful. Not to mention the damage that UV rays can cause your hair if you're out in the sun for too long. We updated this article in May 2023 to add more information about each featured product, based on extensive research done by our team. Use conditioning products to protect your hair: We all know that crispy, dry feeling when your hair's been in the sun too long. Make sure to keep your hair moisturised with a good conditioner like the CLOUD NINE Magical Remedy which will leave your hair super glossy and seal up split ends.

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Scalp protectors can help create a stronger, longer lasting hold. Plus, they can make wearing a system more comfortable. If you’re willing to take extra measures to ensure a long-lasting, comfortable hold for your clients, you’re following the Walker Way.