Hi, Getting our hair more smoother and manageable is very important, especially for those who have frizzy, over-curly and unmanageable hair. If we are searching for a treatment to make our hair more smooth and beautiful, there are a lots of options available. But, which one to select, is a a little bit complicated task. So we need to know what fits best for our hair to make it more attractive. Now, Keratin treatment is one of the popular hair smoothing methods to keep our hair smooth and shiny. But before opting a keratin treatment for your hair, you need to know something about it..
What is Keratin Treatment:
Keratin is a protein contained in our hair, skin and nails and it makes up the main structure of hair and skin. As you know, so many hair care products, with this specific ingredient, are available in market. This is because, Keratin helps to strengthen your hair and improves the overall texture and appearance of your hair. Keratin treatment is a semi-permanent hair-straightening method, which smooths frizzy hair and adds shine to it. In this, a keratin hair straightening solution is applied to your hair and seal it using a flat iron.
What are the different kinds of keratin treatment:
- Brazilian Blowout
- Cezanne Classic
- Goldwell Kerasilk
- Lasio
- Rusk Deep-shine smooth keratin
- Super-silk silk infusion
- Global keratin
- Formaldehyde-free treatment
The Process:
Keratin treatment has different versions or alternatives depending on the blend of mixtures applied. The newer versions are formaldehyde-free, which has more health benefits. Of course, formaldehyde based treatments keeps your hair straight for a long time, but it is not a good choice considering other health problems. One can opt for the best version suits their hair. You can also avoid the harsh treatments, like overheating your hair, if you want.
- First, the hair is washes to remove any impurities.
- The a Keratin solution is applied on your hair making sure that all the hair strands are covered.
- Allow this solution to be dried.
- Seals the solution and straightens the hair strands using a flat iron.
Difference with other hair straightening methods:
Keratin treatment is a semi permanent hair straightening method, not a permanent one. The regular straightening treatment only straightens your hair, but keratin treatment strengthen and smooths your hair. It reduces frizz and adds shine. Keratin treatment reduces the curl of your hair up to an extend depending on which treatment you are opting, but straightening methods definitely straightens your hair. The damage caused for natural hair in keratin treatment also depends on which treatment you are choosing for your hair.
How Long it last?
It definitely depends on how you maintain your keratin-treated hair. In most cases, it will lasts for 3-6 months.
Does it damages natural hair?
Since it is not a natural treatment, and it contains harsh chemicals to break the bonds of your hair strands and reseal them in a straighter position, it will definitely change the natural structure of your hair. But it also depends on which treatment you are chosen. And also, if you have a hair texture that is not suited for keratin treatment, definitely it would damage your hair. So before going for a keratin treatment, ask your hair stylist and make sure your hair is well suited for keratin treatment. Definitely, overheating damages your hair while treating you hair with hot air or hot iron. But there is no long-lasting damages are anticipated.
Who should go for it?
Keratin treatment actually meant for those who have thick, super-curly, frizzy and voluminous hair. It reduces the frizz of your hair and tame the curls. It is better, not to opt a keratin treatment if you have super fine, thin hair. If you have breakage, this treatment may cause it become worse.
How to care your hair after the treatment?
Follow the instructions given by your hair stylist without fail. Don't wash your hair for at least 3 days, after keratin treatment. Use mild, sulfate-free shampoo while washing hair. And also avoid washing your hair frequently, this will shorten the life of keratin treated hair. Avoid using ponytail holder bands and clips for a long time. Use a loose hair tie.
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