Keratin treatments are formulated to smooth and de-frizz all types of hair texture, making strands more relaxed and manageable. They are also known for making straightening and blow-drying hair easier on a daily basis. It’s important to choose a treatment that’s suited to your budget and delivers the results you desire.
There are several types of keratin treatments available, each of which varies in price and means of application. Certain keratin treatments keep hair smoother and straighter for longer periods of time, but these contain strong chemicals that may damage hair in the long run. Short-term keratin treatments are often safer and healthier for hair, but you may have to reapply them more often.
Whichever route you decide to take, all of the best keratin treatments deliver noticeably smoother hair and provide results almost immediately after application is completed.
Smoothing Properties
The primary reason most people use keratin treatments is for their smoothing, straightening properties. These treatments contain a combination of hydrolyzed proteins and chemicals that replace the loss of keratin in hair. When fused to hair’s natural keratin using heat, this sealing process causes hair to become smoother and straighter. The best keratin treatments will beeffective at thoroughly smoothing hair strands evenly.
Quick Results
You don’t have to get a professional keratin treatment done at a salon to experience immediate results. After enduring the application process, you certainly want to see a difference in the texture of your hair. While every treatment is different, the most effective ones deliver results upon completion of the application procedure. Of course, properly following the application instructions may help speed up the results.
Long-lasting
The best keratin treatments keep hair smooth for at least a month, excluding the daily keratin treatments which are formulated to last a few days. How long your keratin treatment lasts depends mainly on the type of shampoo you use (such as if it contains sulfates) and how you maintain your hair.
Each keratin treatment varies with how long it will keep your hair straight and smooth. More expensive treatments can last up to six months, while less permanent options only a few days. Keep in mind the more powerful and lasting treatments often contain the strong chemicals such as formaldehyde.
Overall Keratin Treatments
The purpose of a general keratin treatment is to infuse natural hair follicles with protein keratin. Regular keratin treatment typically works on all hair types from curly to coarse, eliminating frizz and restoring shine.
These treatments provide temporary to more long-term results, sometimes up to six months. General keratin treatments vary in their application procedures and formulations, but should deliver smoother, softer, and straighter hair.
Brazilian Straightening Treatments
Like regular keratin treatments, Brazilian keratin treatments are designed to eliminate frizz and straighten hair. They temporarily straighten hair by sealing liquid keratin and preservatives directly into hair strands using heat from a flat iron.
Results typically last three to four months, depending on hair’s texture and how it’s maintained. Brazilian keratin treatments are best for individuals who don’t mind reapplying these solutions on a regular basis for the sake of smoother, straighter hair.
Keratin Straightening Treatments
Designed for individuals who desire straighter hair, keratin straightening treatments essentially eliminate curls, waves, and frizz using a keratin-straightening product combined with heat from a flat iron. These treatments may include Brazilian straightening treatments, but don’t necessarily contain formaldehyde and harsh chemicals. Keratin straightening treatments come in many varieties, many of which last around two months.
Keratin Smoothing Treatments
These treatments are often safer than Brazilian keratin treatments since they contain less harmful chemicals like formaldehyde. For example, they’re often formulated with moisturizing properties such as argan oil and wheat germ to smooth and soften all hair types. Keratin smoothing treatments also work to minimize frizz and help reduce curls. Although these treatment last for shorter periods of time (four to eight weeks), they’re often gentler on hair and cause less long-term damage.