Heat styling does not have to be feared — but it does need to be understood.

Louis Driver and Jacqui McIntosh are joined by Nancy Rae, Digital Marketing Coordinator at Cloud Nine, to discuss heat protection, heat damage, styling temperature and the everyday habits that can make a difference to the condition of the hair. Together, they challenge the idea that one temperature suits everyone and explore how hair condition, chemical services, lifestyle and desired result should all inform how heat is used.

They cover the importance of preparation, sectioning, hydration, appropriate tools and salon-to-home education. Whether you use straighteners, a blow-dryer or a diffuser, this episode offers a more thoughtful way to approach heat styling — with room for choice, creativity and healthy-looking hair.

Key Topics Covered

• Why one heat setting does not suit every head of hair
• Heat styling for curls, coils, colour-treated and chemically treated hair
• Heat protectant, hydration and preparation before styling
• Why correct sectioning can reduce repeated passes
• The difference between salon heat styling and home maintenance
• Common myths around “optimum” styling temperatures
• Heat awareness during menopause, postpartum changes and other life stages
• Maintaining colour, shine and condition when using heated tools
• Cloud Nine’s Temperature Calculator and Healthy Hair Hub
• Giving clients the confidence to style safely at home

Stay Connected

Follow the hosts:
Louis Driver: @louisdoeshair
Jacqui McIntosh: @jacqui.mcintosh

Follow Avlon:
Avlon: @avlon
Avlon UK: @avlonuk

Follow Cloud Nine:
@nancyrae_

@cloudninehair

Temperature Calculator: https://www.cloudninehair.com/pages/temperature-calculator

Production Credits

Producers: Louis Driver & Jacqui McIntosh
Recorded at: Storyhouse Studios — @storyhouse_studios

The Detangled Podcast is part of Avlon Europe. Discover more at: https://avloneurope.co.uk/