Redken Extreme Play Safe Heat Protectant Spray & Leave‑In Conditioner, 6.8 fl oz — Thermal Protection to 450°F, Strengthening & Sp

Redken Extreme Play Safe is a leave-in heat protectant spray that shields hair up to 450°F while strengthening strands and visibly reducing split ends.

Everyday styling with hot tools can weaken hair, so Redken created a multi-action spray that combines thermal protection with fortifying ingredients. This lightweight leave-in mist works on all hair types, delivering slip for easier combing, added smoothness, and targeted reinforcement where hair is most fragile. Infused with soy protein, arginine, amino acids and tourmaline, it supports hair fiber integrity without weighing hair down.

How does this spray protect hair from heat tools?

Extreme Play Safe forms a protective barrier that helps reduce the impact of high temperatures from blow dryers, flat irons, and curling wands. The formula includes heat-activated minerals that help dissipate heat and shield the cuticle surface during styling.

• Protects hair up to 450°F for safer hot-tool use
• Tourmaline helps neutralize heat-related stress on strands
• Light mist covers hair evenly for consistent protection

Will it actually make hair stronger and reduce breakage?

The product is designed to strengthen weakened hair by delivering proteins and amino acids that reinforce the hair core and help smooth the cuticle. Regular use supports resiliency during brushing and thermal styling, reducing visible breakage and split-end appearance over time.

• Soy protein and arginine fortify the hair fiber to lower breakage
• Formula smooths cuticles to reduce friction during styling
• Visible reduction in split ends with continued use

How do I use this leave-in spray for best results?

Spray evenly on towel-dried or dry hair before applying heat. Work the mist through lengths and ends with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb, then proceed to blow-dry or style as usual. Reapply lightly for extra protection on highly damaged or frequently heat-styled hair.

• Shake and hold bottle 6–8 inches from hair for even coverage
• Focus on mid-lengths and ends where damage is concentrated
• Use before every heat styling session for consistent protection

Does it suit every hair type and texture?

Yes—its lightweight, non-greasy formula is formulated to work across fine to coarse textures and on chemically treated hair. Because it conditions without heavy buildup, it’s appropriate for daily use and repeated heat exposure while preserving movement and shine.

• Safe for color-treated, chemically processed, and natural hair
• Lifts friction for easier detangling on all textures
• Leaves hair smooth and resilient without residue

Who is this for? Redken Extreme Play Safe is ideal for anyone who styles with heat often or wants to prevent further damage while improving hair strength and appearance. It’s well suited to people with dry, brittle, or chemically-altered hair who need a lightweight, leave-in treatment that combines thermal defense with restorative proteins. Professionals and daily stylers alike can rely on this spray to add protection, manageability, and a shinier finish between salon visits.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil/Huile Minerale, Stearyl Alcohol, Parfum/Fragrance, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Sodium Benzoate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Citric Acid, Tourmaline, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Trideceth-6, Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol.