Question from Annette Tweedel
Hi Debra, I just bought a new blow dryer, Vidal Sassoon Ecostyle, Eco Friendly, Hair Friendly. But I have a concern. I was reading in the instructions under Ceramic Technology that it says Ceramic’s far-infrared heat penetrates hair quickly and evenly from the inside-out, drying and styling hair in a fraction of time with superior results. I have concerns about when it said the words far-infrared heat. Is far-infrared something to be concerned about? Thank you so much.
Debra’s Answer
Infrared heat and the heat produced by sun are very much alike. The heat we feel on our planet is infrared heat produced by the sun. Infrared heat sources do not heat the air in the area and do not cause circulation of the warm air–instead they heat objects directly. The rays produced by an infrared heater penetrate the skin and warm your body beneath the skin.
Far infrared rays are considered safe and healing. Because they penetrate deep into the skin, they increase blood flow, reduce inflamation and decrease pain. It is used for healing the skin, blood circulation, and skin cell revitalizing. A far-infrared sauna is the preferred choice for detox programs.
So I think you are fine with it in your hair dryer.
