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Continuer vos achatsEvery woman dreams of having the perfectly healthy, shiny and smooth hair that we see on magazine covers and TV commercials.
But we also want to dye our hair, use curlers, straighteners, blow dryers and other fun styling methods, which unfortunately cause damage to our locks, making them dull and frizzy.
You've probably heard about the popular Keratin therapy - a miraculous way to make your hair perfectly shiny for months.
But what actually is this treatment? Is it safe? How long does it last? Read further to find out all about the Keratin Therapy!
Keratin is a major protein which is naturally present in our hair. Not only does the hair contain keratin, it is also majorly composed of keratin-associated proteins. It acts as an external protective and internal structural protein to protect your hairs and keep them healthy.
Due to exposure to external factors like the sun, pollution, heat or chemicals, or changes in your lifestyle, the keratin present in the hair gets depleted. This loss is what leads to dry and damaged hair.
A keratin treatment is a chemical process that smooths and shines frizzy hair. Results can last up to six months. There are many different versions of the treatment that go by different names (Brazilian Blowout, Cezanne, Goldwell Kerasilk) and your hairstylist can customize a blend of the formula to suit your needs.
On a basic level, keratin treatments dive into the hair follicle and inject porous areas with keratin, which makes the hair appear fuller and healthier.
So all in all - it mends the damage you have done to the hair and repairs the broken parts.
"The length of time it takes to do a keratin treatment depends on the formula the stylist is using, as well as your hair texture, and how much hair you have," explains Manhattan hairstylist Arsen Gurgov.
“Expect your salon visit to last anywhere from two to four hours. When you arrive, your hairstylist will first wash your hair. Then, the hairstylist will either apply the keratin treatment to your wet hair and let the formula saturate each strand for about half an hour, or the hairstylist will blow-dry your hair first and then apply the treatment — again, it all depends on your hairstylist and your hair needs. Finally, I go over any coarse strands with a flat iron on low to medium heat depending where the treatment needs to be sealed in,” Gurgov says, and then you’re done!
Sounds good right? But is it really…
What are the pros of this therapy?
After the treatment, it is recommended to invest in a good dry shampoo as you’re not allowed to wash your hair or tie it back with a rubber band for at least 48 hours.
Stylists usually advise sulfate free formula for your shampoo. There are also Keratin shampoos, which make the effects last longer.
Have a perfect hair day!