Dreaming of healthy, long, and shiny hair? Achieving this can be challenging due to daily exposure to pollution and the chemicals in hair styling products, which can dull your hair’s natural shine. Even blow drying, which seems benign, can harm the natural keratin in your hair due to the heat, leaving the hair cortex more vulnerable to environmental damage.

While there are various methods to address these issues, the most effective way to enhance your hair’s length, thickness, and health is through a keratin treatment. But what exactly is a keratin treatment? How does it work, and which hair types benefit from it?

Before we dive into these questions, let’s take a closer look at what keratin is.

 

 

WHAT IS KERATIN TREATMENT?

Keratin is a crucial protein in hair strands that provides strength and structure to your hair. However, it's unfortunate that chemical-based hair products and harsh environmental conditions can damage the keratin, affecting both the outer and inner layers of your hair.

 

WHAT EXACTLY IS KERATIN TREATMENT?

 

Keratin treatment is a specialized, chemical-based therapy aimed at enhancing your hair's elasticity, shine, thickness, and overall health. Essentially, it helps to replenish lost keratin in your hair using an artificial process known as Keratin Treatment.

This treatment effectively smooths out unwanted curls and roughness, revitalizing your hair and eliminating the need for daily straightening. Although it’s not a permanent solution, Keratin Treatment offers an excellent alternative to regular hair straighteners.

 

HOW THE TREATMENT WORKS?

The Keratin Treatment process differs from many other hair treatments. It involves binding keratin to the hair using a flat iron. The heat from the iron activates the treatment mixture, which helps to straighten the hair.

During the treatment, several key chemicals are used in conjunction with keratin to ensure its effectiveness. The entire procedure typically takes about 3 hours, though it may take longer for those with longer hair.

After the treatment, you can wash your hair the next day with shampoos specifically designed for keratin-treated hair to preserve the results. To maintain the treatment, be sure to use products free from sodium sulfate.

Here’s a brief overview of the process:

When you visit us, our stylist will first wash your hair to remove any build-up. Next, they’ll apply the keratin treatment and use a flat iron to seal it in, ensuring thorough coverage and effectiveness.

 

WHICH HAIR TYPE IS KERATIN TREATMENT SUITABLE FOR?

Keratin treatments can significantly improve the appearance of your hair, but they’re not suitable for every hair type. If you’re planning to perm your hair in the future, it’s best to avoid Keratin Treatments, as they can interfere with the perming process. Instead, consider an Anti-Frizz Korean Gloss treatment if you want straight hair now but might want a perm later.

Keratin treatments are most effective for those with naturally curly or frizzy hair.

How long does the treatment last?

When used with the appropriate shampoo, a Keratin Treatment typically lasts 2-4 months, depending on the condition of your hair. More damaged hair tends to absorb more keratin, which can extend the duration of the treatment.

 

BEFORE AND AFTER A KERATIN TREATMENT

After your Keratin Treatment session, you’ll enjoy a dramatic transformation from frizzy and dry hair to smooth, shiny, and silky locks.

Here’s what you can expect from the treatment:

1. Frizz-Free Hair: Your hair will be free of frizz.
2. Improved Texture: The texture of your hair will noticeably improve.
3. Enhanced Shine: Your hair will have a brighter, shinier appearance.
4. Reduced Styling Time: You'll spend significantly less time styling your hair straight.

AUGUST Hair Salon Keratin Treatment is at $308 (short), $368 (mid), $398 (long), $400+ (extra long).