How to Do a Botox Hair Treatment at Home

The Hair Botox is the latest, non-invasive, repairing treatment formulated to restore vitality to hair that has been damaged by heat and chemical processing. This effective treatment promises to make your dull and aging hair look young and healthy again.

The formula generates its rejuvenating power from a blend of powerful antioxidants, proteins, and essential nutrients, including silk and wheat proteins, caviar oil, omega-3, amino acids, collagen complex, and vitamin B5. The Botox solution fills cracks in the hair shaft to provide intensive hydration and replenish lost protein. It also repairs split ends, reduces frizz, and adds a beautiful shine to your hair. The treatment nourishes strands from the inside out and gives the hair a smoothing effect without taking away volume.

Hair Botox treatment is friendly to all hair types, regardless of texture or condition. The total treatment time is about 1.5 hours, and the effects last for quite a few weeks.

Beautiful woman after hair Botox treatment

To get the desired results, it is advisable to consult an experienced professional to give you a good start. It is advisable to keep visiting the saloon until you become more familiar with the procedure. It is possible to apply the treatment at home, but you need to dedicate the appropriate amount of time. Make sure to follow the instructions and have another pair of hands if possible.

Below are described the common steps of the application procedure. Some products have slight variations in guidance regarding the required time for product application and appropriate flat iron temperature settings.

Hair Botox Procedure

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  1. Shampooing. Wash your hair twice with a clarifying shampoo to remove any residual chemicals and ensure that the hair is completely clean and ready to receive the treatment. Rinse thoroughly. Don’t use a conditioner at this stage.
  2. Blow-drying. Towel dry your hair to remove any excess water. Blow-dry your hair on medium heat to get hair about 80 percent dry. Untangle your hair.
  3. Preparing the Botox Mixture. Extract the required amount of product into a glass jar. Add the necessary quantity of warm water, depending on the chosen treatment and the result that you want to get. Mix with the brush until a homogeneous cream is formed.
  4. Application. Part hair into 4 sections. Apply the treatment with a color brush 1/4 inch from the root starting from the back. Do not over-saturate. Comb the solution throughout your hair to distribute the product evenly. Make sure that every hair strand is completely coated with the treatment.
  5. Wait. Leave the treatment on hair for about 45 minutes (allow extra time for very curly hair). Put on a shower cap and blow-dry your hair with hot air for about 15 minutes. The heat helps the mixture to penetrate the internal structure of the hair.
  6. Washing. Wash off 50% to 80% of the treatment, leaving the remaining 20%-50% for the blow-drying process, which will follow.
  7. Flat Ironing. Blow-dry your hair with a brush. Use a titanium flat iron to implement and seal the treatment. Set the flat iron temperature at 410- 450F. For fine or bleached hair, reduce heat to 356F.

How to Maintain the Results

You can wash your hair on the same day and you can style your hair the way you want it. To maintain hair Botox effects, use a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner every time you wash your hair.

You may need to repeat this process every 1-3 months, depending on the product and the condition of your hair.

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Hair Botox Brands

1. Majestic Hair Botox

This formaldehyde-free, nutrient-rich formula includes caviar oil, B5, BONT-L Peptide, E vitamin, amino acids, and collagen complex. The Botox solution penetrates the inner layer of hair strands and restores hair from the inside out. The treatment claims to soften and nourish hair, eliminate frizz, repair damaged hair, mend split ends, add shine, and straighten curly hair.

Majestic Hair Botox can be used on any type of hair, including virgin hair, but the results will be more visible on previously chemically treated hair, as the porous hair will be more likely to absorb the treatment.

The treatment should be left in your hair for 50-75 minutes and the flat iron temperature should be set at 440F. You are free to wash your hair the same day after the treatment.

300 ml bottle is enough for 4 applications for medium-length hair or two applications for long hair. Be prepared to spend a good amount of time, as the process is time-consuming. The effects last 3-4 months on average. The manufacturer recommends washing the hair with the replenishing shampoo and conditioner that are included in the kits.

Majestic Hair Botox – Video tutorial by MAJESTIC KERATIN

a woman with shiny hair after Botox treatment

2. Brazilian Botox Hair Mask Treatment

There are two product options available: Brazilian Botox Hair Mask Treatment – Blond Hair and Brazilian Boto Hair Mask Treatment for Dark Hair.

The product claims to eliminate frizz, restore gloss, and reverse chemical hair damage. You can also wear curls if you wish.

After washing with a deep cleaning shampoo and drying hair up to 80%, the treatment should be applied to your hair. Leave it on for 15 to 25 minutes, depending on the desired degree of straightening. After rinsing the treatment, blow-dry your hair and style as you desire.  If you want to increase the straightening effect, you can use the flat iron after blow-drying.

The results last two to 2 to 4 months. Make sure to use sulfate-free shampoo for maintenance.

3. BotoSmart Rejuvenating Hair Treatmentir?t=softerhair 20&l=am2&o=1&a=B00Q1X3SV8 

This formaldehyde-free formula supplies the hair with natural keratin and plenty of nutrients. It forms a moisture barrier and gives the hair a frizz-free, soft, and shiny look without reducing the volume.

The product should be applied to towel-dried hair that has been previously washed with a clarifying shampoo. Apply the product to small sections of the hair and comb it through to coat each strand evenly. Cover the hair with a plastic cap and leave the product on for 30 to 45 minutes at room temperature or 20 to 25 minutes if you apply heat. Rinse approximately 60% of the product using warm water, then dry your hair completely. Set the flat iron temperature at 450F and iron small sections of the hair, passing over each section 4 to 6 times.

4. Prismax Botox Capilar ir?t=softerhair 20&l=am2&o=1&a=B01K0EQ0AE

This Hair Botox product offers a deep moisturizing treatment that conditions and restores damaged strands, giving hair shine, softness, and elasticity. Deep hydration helps control frizz and leaves your hair silky, soft, and manageable.

Application steps (Progressive Treatment Method)

  1. Wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo.
  2. Blow-dry with cool air.
  3. Mix 5 cc of the product from the vial with 50 ml of warm water until a thick, white cream is formed.
  4. Divide hair into sections and apply the product to each section from the roots to the tips using a color brush.
  5. Cover hair with a thermal cup for 15 minutes or apply heat over a plastic wrap.
  6. Wash your hair with water, without shampoo to remove the product by 80%.
  7. Blow-dry the hair to your desired style.

5. Brazilian Hair Botox Expertir?t=softerhair 20&l=am2&o=1&a=B015DJ8K3Q 

Brazilian Hair Botox Expert Treatment for Damaged Hair is a professional treatment that provides a smoothening effect for up to 2 months. The patented formula utilizes a combination of Glutamic Acid, Collagen, and Almond Oil.

The treatment is advertised to repair the damage, reduce volume, tame frizz, and add a glossy shine to hair.

As with most Botox hair treatments, the process consists of clarifying, blow-drying, product application, and flat ironing stage.

Beautiful girl with botox treated hair

Tips for Getting the Perfect At-Home Blowout

Nothing makes a woman feel more attractive than a fresh salon blowout. However, getting a gorgeous, shiny blowout doesn’t mean you have to go to a salon.

A salon pro blowout can be achieved at home if you have the right tools and you know how to blow dry your hair.

The following tips ensure the perfect at-home blowout that you can create on your own, which could save you money.

How to Give Yourself a Salon Blowout 

hair blow-drying

The most essential tool to do a salon blowout at home is a quality hair dryer. A quality hair dryer should have adjustable heat and speed settings including a cool shot button. This blow-dryer should also have the necessary attachments such as a diffuser and concentrator. A diffuser is an essential accessory for styling curly hair while the concentrator nozzle helps to create straight hairstyles.

1. Comb your hair before shampooing to make sure it is completely tangle-free. Tangles and knots can get worse with shampooing and can interfere with blow-drying and styling. Use a wide-toothed comb and gently start detangling from the ends and slowly work your way up.

2. Use a shampoo that best suits your hair needs. If you have oily and thin hair, do not use moisturizing shampoo which can make your hair feel flatter and heavier.  Moisturizing shampoo works well for dry and processed hair. A moisturizing shampoo will lock in moisture and prevent the hair from over-drying when you blow-dry it.

However, oily hair needs a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo that will make your locks feel light and bouncy. Thin and fine hair needs a shampoo that gives lift and volume. Curly hair needs a smoothing shampoo that helps reduce frizz. If you have a buildup from using too many styling products, use a deep cleansing shampoo. If you have a problem with hard water or chlorine buildup, a chelating shampoo will be the perfect choice to give your hair a fresh start and restore its natural shine.

3. Apply a conditioner to the mid-lengths and ends of your hair. Avoid applying conditioner to your roots as it can leave your style looking flat. Also, make sure to thoroughly rinse away the conditioner as residues can weigh the hair down and ruin your blowout.

Woman applies conditioner to the hair

4. Towel dry your hair to absorb excess moisture. Use an ultra-absorbent microfiber towel that dries hair quicker than a cotton one, cutting down on the drying time. Simply cover your hair and allow it to dry for 15 minutes under a towel turban. Don’t rub the towel against your hair as the scrubbing movement can create friction resulting in frizzy hair.

5. Apply a blow-dry spray with heat-protective properties to prevent heat damage. Apply blow-dry spray while your hair is still damp to spread the product easier and more evenly.

6. Don’t blow dry your hair in the misty bathroom. High humidity can cause frizz. Open the bathroom door prior to drying or move to a room with a good mirror and no humidity.

7. Set your hair dryer on medium heat setting and rough-dry hair in circular motions. Massage the roots with your fingers to get them more lift. Continue with this finger massage until your hair is about 75% dry.

8. Divide your hair into four to six sections and use clips to hold it in place. Work with small sections, starting from the areas that are hardest to work with. Combine the section you have finished with the section that is still damp and blow-dry them together. Such blending will give a more natural appearance to your style.

girl using blow-dryer

9. Use a brush made of heat-resistant material. Metal brushes heat up quickly and can damage the hair. A boar bristle brush has the right tension to make hair smooth and shiny. A round bristle brush works best for giving hair some lift and for creating volume. A paddle brush works better for straight and sleek hairstyles.

10. Keep the dryer at a distance of a minimum of 6 inches away from the hair to protect your hair and scalp from getting burnt. If you need to spend some extra time on certain areas of your hair, use the lower heat setting to avoid damage and prevent the hair from over-drying. Keep the blow-dryer in motion and avoid focusing on a single spot. This helps prevent over-drying and uneven texture.

11. Make sure to use the concentrator nozzle to focus the air stream for more targeted drying. The nozzle prevents hair from burning and helps reduce the appearance of frizz. Point the nozzle down and follow the natural direction of the hair, from root to tip. This helps to seal the cuticle for more smoothness and shine. In the opposite case, blow-drying hair upwards will ruffle the cuticle, causing a frizzy mess.

girl uses a blow dryer with the nozzle pointed down

12. If your arms get tired easily, start the blow-drying process from the front part, because the front pieces are the most important for creating the perfect look.

13. Practice a mix of cool and hot air. The heat from the blow dryer causes the hair cuticle to open which allows you more control over your hair. Cold blasts tame static and seal the cuticle for an extra shiny finish.

Once you’ve finished drying, blast your hair with a shot of cold air while gently brushing it. This aligns the cuticle, adds extra shine, and helps the style to set.

Hair Dryer Brushes for a Salon-Style Blowout

If you find that using a hair dryer and a round brush takes too much time and effort, you may want to try a hot airbrush. Hot air stylers dry your hair while styling it. The result is a voluminous, smooth, and shiny blow-out. To minimize the chances of heat damage, it would be best to air dry your hair a bit before using this tool. These brushes work best on medium-length hair.

A girl using hair dryer brush

Sulfate Free Dandruff Shampoos that are Worth Buying

Scalp flaking happens because of increased skin cell turnover, which can be triggered by skin dryness during the cold winter months. It also can be caused by a fungus called Malassezia, which can irritate your scalp and cause flaking.

For years, anti-dandruff prescription shampoos have been considered the top choice for controlling the appearance of dandruff. Unfortunately, some of those shampoos contain ingredients such as coal tar, selenium sulfide, zinc pyrithione, and ketoconazole, which are known to be harsh on the skin.

Many over-the-counter, chemical-based shampoos are formulated to target this problem. Ideally, the perfect dandruff shampoo should provide relief without the use of abrasive chemicals that may cause harm to your health.

Natural dandruff shampoos are formulated with gentle ingredients such as plant extracts and essential oils that help balance the scalp. Such herbal-based shampoos are known for their non-toxic nature, so you can feel confident that you are not harming your skin and body.

Young girl with dandruff problem in front of the mirror

7 Naturally Based Dandruff Shampoos

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1. Maple Holistics Sage Shampoo for Dandruff with jojoba, argan, and organic tea tree oils is formulated to fight moderate to severe dandruff. Sage herb is a dermatologist-recommended for its’ ability to combat dermatitis. Spikenard and sage work together to promote hair growth. Jojoba and argan oils add shine to hair, balance sebum production, and nourish the scalp. Like most natural shampoos, it doesn’t create rich leather. Its strong herbal aroma doesn’t linger in the hair.

2. ORIBE Serene Scalp Anti-dandruff Shampoo is a gentle dandruff shampoo that contains 2% salicylic acid. Salicylic acid gently exfoliates the scalp to remove sebum build-up and dead skin cells. This shampoo is designed to relieve and prevent dandruff and soothe dry and irritated scalps.

Scalp soothing and healing ingredients include Bilberry Fruit & Sugar Maple Extracts, Caffeine, Sugarcane Extract, and Orange & Lemon Fruit Extracts.

This anti-dandruff shampoo is formulated without sulfates, parabens, and sodium chloride. It is safe for colored and chemically straightened hair.

Leave-on Treatment: ORIBE Serene Scalp Soothing Leave-on Treatment is formulated to reduce scalp irritation and nourish dry and itchy scalps. This fast-absorbing, leave-in treatment rejuvenates hair follicles and exfoliates the scalp while removing loose flakes.

3. Pure Tea Tree Oil Shampoo for Dandruff is formulated with natural anti-fungal and anti-bacterial ingredients to reduce dandruff, soothe itchy scalps, and control hair loss and acne breakouts. This shampoo doesn’t contain any harsh chemicals, which is important if you have sensitive skin. It has a mild, soothing scent. This product is color-safe and free of parabens, harsh sulfates, and animal testing.

4. Davines Purifying Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is formulated with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial ingredients to fight microbial attacks and clear up dandruff.

It works either for dry or greasy dandruff and helps soothe itchy scalps.

This potent clarifying and detoxifying shampoo helps to cleanse and balance the scalp to keep the follicles in good condition and promote healthy hair growth.

It contains selenium sulfide (0.6%) – a chemical that is not recommended for longer contact with the skin, but this ingredient increases the ability of this shampoo to efficiently control persistent dandruff.

The smell is quite strong but still less irritating than with most medicated anti-dandruff shampoos.

This shampoo is not color-safe, so keep that in mind if your hair is freshly colored and you want to keep the color looking vibrant. Another downside is its low ability to create leather which makes it hard to spread. To get richer foam, add a bit of your regular shampoo.

5. SheaMoisture African Black Soap Dandruff Control Shampoo is formulated with natural and certified organic ingredients to deeply cleanse hair and scalp, remove product build-up, and soothe the dry, itchy, and flaking scalp. African Black Soap, Bamboo Charcoal, Tea Tree Oil, and Willow Bark Extract help calm dandruff without the use of harsh chemicals. This shampoo also revitalizes hair and leaves it feeling fresh and clean.

6. If you travel a lot, you will need a compact anti-dandruff treatment to pack in your carry-on bag. Naturel Soothe Dandruff Shampoo Bar perfectly meets your needs while protecting your luggage from spills.

7. Another travel-friendly dandruff shampoo is Solid Shampoo Bar for Dandruff or Touchy Scalps by Ethique. This eco-friendly solid shampoo bar is formulated with natural oils to combat dandruff and calm itchy scalps.

a woman washing her hair with an anti-dandruff shampoo

What Results are Realistic to Expect?

A natural anti-dandruff shampoo won’t eliminate severe dandruff. However, it can significantly reduce symptoms and keep your condition bearable. A sulfate-free dandruff shampoo leaves your scalp moisturized and nourished. It also makes your hair softer and more manageable.

Although sulfate-free shampoos don’t produce many suds, they are effective in cleaning your hair and scalp.

a woman brushing her long healthy hair

How to Get Maximum Results from Using a Natural Dandruff Shampoo?

  1. Be sure to leave the product in your hair for at least a couple of minutes to allow your scalp to absorb all the therapeutic benefits. Massage gently for a couple of minutes to rub the product into your scalp. Rinse and repeat because the first shampoo gets the scalp clean, while the second one nourishes it.
  2. Do not give up if you don’t see the results from the first use. Dandruff is going away with each wash. It can take a few shampoos to see a noticeable difference.
  3. Rinse your hair with cool or lukewarm water. The cool water rinse helps reduce irritation. Your scalp can get itchy and dry if you wash your hair with hot water.
  4. Apply a vinegar rinse once a week to help reduce flaking and add sheen to your hair.
  5. Add a few drops of jojoba oil to your favorite shampoo or conditioner to help dissolve the dandruff scales and keep the pores clean.
  6. Use a good conditioner because shampoo can be a little drying on the hair, and combing it out can be a challenge. Maple Holistics Tea Tree Oil Conditioner is a good accompaniment to any dandruff shampoo.
  7. If you have been using the same shampoo for several months, your scalp may become immune to it. Once you figure that the effectiveness of your current shampoo is decreased, start to rotate brands. Switch to a different brand every few months. Such a combination of multiple shampoos can provide you with better and longer-lasting results than using a single product.  
Happy woman after washing hair with dandruff shampoo

Good Reasons to Use Sulfate-free Dandruff Shampoos 

  1. Having a very dry scalp can cause flaking which provides a good environment for fungi to grow. Sulfate-based products can strip the scalp of natural oils that protect your skin from fungal infections. Natural anti-dandruff shampoos are much less drying than sulfate-containing shampoos. Your scalp and hair are clean without feeling stripped. They do a good job of keeping dandruff under control without harming your scalp and hair.
  2. Sulfate-free, naturally-based dandruff shampoos are gentle enough to be used on very sensitive skin. This is important if you are allergic to preservatives and certain chemicals in skincare products. Many popular dandruff shampoos contain irritating ingredients that can cause scalp flaking or inflammation. Artificial fragrances and harsh chemical ingredients often trigger or exacerbate dandruff. Natural dandruff shampoos not only reduce dandruff but also nourish your scalp.
  3. Some active ingredients in medicated antidandruff shampoos can affect the vibrancy of your hair color. Sulfate-free shampoos are gentle on your colored hair. After dying your hair, you can use sulfate-free, anti-dandruff shampoo with no problem.
  4. If you recently have received a keratin treatment, you need to use only sulfate-free products including sulfate-free dandruff shampoos. Natural dandruff shampoos are the only keratin-safe shampoos you can use to keep your dandruff under control.
  5. Scalp inflammation can inhibit healthy hair growth, contributing to thinning hair or hair loss. Gentle sulfate-free shampoos help reduce the severity of hair thinning associated with scalp inflammation.
  6. Natural dandruff shampoos don’t leave your head with an unpleasant medicated scent that most prescribed anti-dandruff shampoos do. Instead, they have a relaxing and refreshing herbal fragrance that doesn’t linger on your hair.
  7. Sulfate-free shampoos are not harmful to the environment. When washed away there are no toxic chemicals enter the water system.

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Flat Irons for Keratin Treatments

Using the right flat iron is vital for getting the desired results from performing a keratin treatment. The flat ironing stage of the treatment requires a hair straightener with ultra-high heat output. High heat is necessary to seal the treatment and ensure superior shine and a silky smooth finish.

When you use a hot hair iron for performing keratin treatment, it would be best that you have one constructed with titanium plates. Also, make sure to have an iron that heats up to 450°F with easy to read display. An adjustable heat setting is a vital feature that enables you to set the temperature that is appropriate for your hair type.

Why You Should Opt for Titanium Plates?

Titanium plates can reach a very high temperature in just a few seconds. Titanium is inert and will not interact with any hair product. Titanium also provides even heat distribution and retains heat better than ceramics. The titanium plates hold high heat consistently during the flat-ironing stage. This will result in the perfect finish and gives your hair an unbeatable shine.

flat ironing stage of a keratin hair treatment

To activate the keratin in the straightening product, the flat iron should be capable of reaching 450°F. When you are sealing the product into your hair it is important to use a flat iron that can maintain a high temperature without heat fluctuation. Later, you can use the same flat iron to style your keratin-straightened hair. However, for styling purposes, you don’t need to go over 400°F degrees.

Now, you are ready to make a choice among different models of titanium hair straighteners and find the one that suits the purpose of doing keratin treatment.

The following flat irons are worth considering if you are planning to apply the treatment in the comfort of your home.

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Best Flat Irons for Performing Brazilian Keratin Treatment

1. Professional Titanium Hair Straightener by Karma Beautyir?t=softerhair 20&l=am2&o=1&a=B078YD624Y

The ideally sized titanium plates make this hair straightener truly a “one pass” flat iron. It can straighten even super thick hair quickly, leaving it feeling silky smooth. The plates glide smoothly through the hair without snagging, allowing you to straighten your hair with just one pass.

MCH TECHNOLOGY– provides even heat distribution and helps maintain a consistent temperature to prevent hair damage.

Adjustable temperature settings (122°F – 450°F) allow for matching different hair types and different styling options. According to the manufacturer’s information, this appliance is approved for performing Brazilian Keratin treatments and also for styling hair after keratin treatments.

The rounded cool tips make it convenient for curling the hair, while the dual voltage feature enables it to be used worldwide.

The long and durable 360-degree swivel cord allows for comfortable styling by preventing cord entangling.

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2. KIPOZI Professional Titanium Flat Iron Hair Straightener ir?t=softerhair 20&l=am2&o=1&a=B07211D5GM

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This flat iron works just as well as much more expensive, high-end hair straighteners. The wide plates considerably reduce straightening time. Plus, your hair will remain straight all day long without touch-ups.

keratin hair straightening

The temperature ranges from 170°F to 450°F to suit different hair types. It is capable of achieving the high temperature required for performing the keratin straightening procedure. It heats up to 450°F in under two minutes and holds the temperature consistently. The floating plate design prevents your strands from getting pulled or snagged. The plates glide smoothly over the section of hair, straightening it with one single pass.

3. Nano Titanium Glittering Flat Iron by DORISILK

What makes this flat iron stand out is its beautiful design with sparkling rhinestones and the ability to achieve extremely high heat.

1-inch titanium 3D floating plates allow for faster styling with less friction. It can go up to 470℉ in 30 seconds and retain the heat. It is a good choice for performing keratin treatments.

Adjustable temperature settings range from 120 to470℉, making this straightener suitable for all hair types, from fine and fragile to very thick and coarse hair.

4. Brazilian Heat BBH3003 Brazilian Heat After Dark Titanium Keratin-Safe Flat Iron

This straightening iron has a sleek design and extra-long floating plates. It also has a ceramic heater which is gentle on your hair.  The temperature setting range (250°F – 450°F) is ideal for sealing keratin treatments into your hair. You can get close to the scalp without burning your skin.

This flat iron is lightweight and comfortable to hold. The locking feature prevents you from accidentally changing the heat setting during use.

The Brazilian Heat After Dark straightener is safe for use on your keratin-treated hair, but it will also straighten any type of hair, reducing frizz and adding shine to the hair.

A free thermal pouch is included to keep your counter surfaces free from burn marks.

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Flat Irons with Keratin-Infused Plates

4. BaByliss PRO Keratin Straightening Iron icon

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This professional styling tool has exceptionally smooth titanium plates infused with keratin to offer silkier and longer-lasting styling results. This powerful combination conditions your hair while sealing the cuticle and boosting shine.

When used for keratin treatments it easily reaches the required temperature (450°F) to ensure that the treatment is sealed into the hair. The heat is evenly distributed through the plates to ensure smooth and straight results.

BaBylissPRO Keratin Straightening Iron can be used for performing Brazilian Keratin treatments as well as for styling keratin-treated hair. This lightweight flat iron straightens coarse hair and leaves it silky smooth, even if you don’t have a keratin treatment in your hair. It provides sleek, one-pass straightening, keeping it silky and frizz-free until you shampoo.

Flat Irons that Utilize Keratin Capsules

K3 Styling Treatment Iron introduced by Corioliss uses keratin oil capsules that fit directly into the reservoir in the iron body. The iron can be used either with the capsules inside or as a regular flat iron. Heat-activated capsules turn into a conditioning vapor, that restores strength, reduces hair breakage, and improves shine. A package of Keratin Elixr Capsules is included in the packaging and is also available for purchase separately when you run out of the capsules.

Keratin & Argan flat iron by Olyvya is another brand that uses Keratin pills infused with argan oil to protect and condition your hair while you are styling it. This conditioning treatment works best for coarse or thick hair. When you run out of pills, you can purchase refills.

African-American girl with straight hairstyle

Why Should You Use Salt & Sulfate-Free Shampoo after Receiving a Keratin Treatment?

Since keratin treatment is an expensive and time-consuming process, you’ll want to take the appropriate steps to care for your hair by choosing a shampoo and conditioner that will ensure its longevity. To preserve the smoothness of keratin-straightened hair, you should use shampoos and conditioners that are formulated without sulfates and sodium chloride. Before buying any aftercare product, check the label to ensure that the product is compatible with your keratin treatment. 

Why Should You Avoid Sulfate-Containing Shampoos After Receiving a Keratin Treatment?

Generally, sulfate-based shampoos are not recommended for chemically treated hair. The cuticle of processed hair can easily be lifted due to the action of harsh lathering agents, which leads to dryness and the appearance of frizz. Sulfates can also strip proteins from your hair. Many experts believe that strong sulfates such as sodium laureth sulfate can significantly shorten the longevity of keratin treatment and lead to the appearance of frizz.

Beautyful woman washes the hair in the bathroom

Is Sodium Chloride Bad for Your Hair?

Sodium chloride is used in hair shampoos as a thickening agent because of its ability to increase the thickness of liquid personal care products. However, sodium chloride tends to lift the cuticle and pull moisture and proteins out of hair. Salt can diminish the duration and quality of keratin treatments, so you will need more frequent reapplications. Any product that opens up the cuticles should be avoided after receiving a keratin treatment.

Sodium chloride is not a toxic substance and even some brands of organic shampoos may have salt listed on the label. However, if your hair is chemically straightened, make sure that your shampoo and other hair products are free of sodium chloride.

Keep in mind that salt water also contains sodium chloride and can negatively affect the keratin treatment you have received.

The Purpose of Sulfates in Hair Shampoos

Sulfates are powerful cleansing agents, that are included in hair shampoo formulas to provide better lathering ability. When mixed with water, sulfates effectively lower surface tension in the water, making it easy to wash away oil and dirt from your hair. The most common sulfates in conventional shampoos include SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate), ALS (ammonium laureth sulfate), and SLES (sodium laureth sulfate).

SLS and SLES are inexpensive detergents that efficiently remove excess oil from the scalp and hair. However, harsh sulfates in hair shampoos can strip hair of natural oils, leaving your locks prone to frizz and leaving your scalp dry and vulnerable to irritations.

Common Adverse Effects Associated with Sulfates in Hair Shampoos

Although very common in hair care products, sulfates do more bad than good when used as a primary cleansing agent. The following is a list of negative adverse effects associated with sulfates in hair shampoos:

  • The cleaning power of sulfates is overwhelming and can strip the hair of its natural oils, leaving your strands dry and frizzy.
  • Sulfate-based shampoos can compromise the natural moisture balance of your scalp, causing itchiness and redness.
  • Sulfate-based detergents create deposits in hair follicles that may result in hair loss. The damaged follicles have a hard time recovering, and your hair may grow slower than normal.
  • The aggressive cleaning action of sulfate detergents can strip the color from your hair, leaving you with dull and lifeless locks.
  • Sulfate cleaning agents remove good bacteria that are necessary for having a healthy scalp, leaving your skin vulnerable to infections.
  • Sulfate cleansers tend to destroy the protective oil layer of the skin, allowing potentially toxic chemicals to penetrate the deeper dermal layers and accumulate in the body.
  • The negative effects of using sulfate-containing shampoos are not limited to the hair and your overall health. Sulfates in personal care products also pollute our groundwater and the environment.
Woman holding the bottle of salt-free shampoo

Benefits of Using Sulfate-Free Shampoos

Sulfate-free shampoos have become very popular recently as consumers increasingly opt for more natural personal care products. Here are some more benefits of using shampoos without sulfates:

  1. Hair shampoos without sulfates eliminate dirt and excess oil without ruining the skin’s protective moisture barrier.
  2. Natural cleansing agents gently cleanse your strands without stripping their moisture, which helps reduce breakage and shedding.
  3. Using a shampoo without sulfates helps preserve the hair color for longer.
  4. Using sulfate-free shampoos protect your hair against premature aging, reducing the occurrence of gray hair.
  5. Sulfate-free shampoos leave your hair soft and easier to style.
  6. Hair shampoos formulated with mild detergents reduce your exposure to potentially harmful chemicals.

Final Word

The sulfate-containing shampoos will not ruin the effects of your keratin treatment overnight. However, to stay on the safe side, use shampoos with mild detergents and with natural ingredients. This will be good for your hair and scalp in the long run. Finally, if you want your straightened hair to stay sleek and beautiful, make sure to avoid shampoos with sodium chloride.

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Introduction to Botox Hair Treatment

Recently, there has been an innovative hair treatment out on the market that’s been garnering a lot of attention. It’s called Hair Botox, and can reverse damage to the hair cortex and hair cuticles while straightening, hydrating, and bringing your hair back to life.

The way that the Botox procedure can wind back the clock for your facial wrinkles, Hair Botox can transform hurt and abused hair back to its lustrous, natural form. With this moisture-injecting procedure, your hair will become healthier, more radiant, and much more manageable.

Don’t let the name of this fool you, though—Unlike Botox injections, this version of the miracle treatment is a little different. It contains no Botulinum and is applied to the hair to work a brand of magic similar to a Keratin treatment, where it penetrates the cuticles and fills in the gaps and breakages. It easily mends tears in the hair follicles, creating sleeker, shinier, and tougher strands.

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What is Hair Botox?

Hair Botox contains a protein-rich formula that fixes the imperfections in each strand of hair. This mixture of proteins, caviar oil, collagen, vitamins, antioxidants, natural acids, and healing agents promises to moisturize, nourish, and restore hair from the inside out. These ingredients will make your hair softer, frizz-free, and less prone to damage.

Did you know that a bad hair day is not just a one-time problem? This is your hair’s way of showing you that it needs immediate help! With all the coloring and styling we do, our hair is crying out. Just using a conditioner is not enough to keep your hair healthy. Hair Botox reverts your hair to its healthiest state by plugging up all the holes, repairing internal damage, fixing the tears, and hydrating your thirsty strands.

As we age, so does our hair. It produces less keratin over time, a protein essential for hair strength. Dying can cause the cuticles to remain open for long periods, which makes hair lose its strength. Hair Botox works through each piece of hair, from root to tip, restoring individual fibers and making your locks smooth.

Who is the Best Candidate? 

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Hair Botox works on all types of hair! Straight hair, curly hair, and any type in between will benefit from this treatment. Everyone deserves manageable hair, and this protein-packed formula delivers noticeable results. Here are a few of the possible reasons why you may need to do hair Botox:

• Your once-lovely locks appear dehydrated and frizzy.
• Your hair looks dull and lifeless.
• White flakes of dead skin appear on your scalp and hair.
• Your hair has recently been bleached, colored, or highlighted.
• Your hair tips are prone to splitting.
• Your hair is badly damaged by frequent heat styling.

What are the Benefits of Hair Botox Treatment?

Hair Botox contains acidic compounds that are safe for your hair and body. There are no harmful chemicals such as formaldehyde that are common in traditional keratin treatments.

This newly popular conditioning mask won’t hurt your hair in any way. Instead, this treatment will give you healthy and beautiful hair for a long time. Botox for hair also protects against dandruff and other scalp conditions and helps reduce hair loss.

The Procedure

First, the hair professional will wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo, to eliminate buildup and open hair cuticles. After sectioning the hair, the stylist will apply the product to the hair and scalp and leave it for approximately 45 minutes.

Once the product is fully absorbed, your hair is washed with a sulfate-free shampoo and blow-dried carefully to avoid any breakage.

The stylist then uses a flat iron to seal the treatment into your hair, which results in silky, shiny, and easy-to-style locks.

Will Hair Botox Make Hair Completely Straight?

Definitely not! This treatment enhances your hair’s natural texture to make it more manageable and radiant.

If your hair is naturally straight it will become shinier and smoother. Heavy curls will become soft, bouncy, and frizz-free. Coarse hair will see an immediate reduction in frizz and the treatment will make dry and brittle hair shinier and healthier.

How Long Do Hair Botox Effects Last?

Botox hair treatment generally lasts between two and four months and is recommended to be re-applied afterward.

You need to follow the instruction for maintenance given by your stylist. Use sulfate-free shampoos, similar to those used after receiving a keratin treatment, to maximize the effects and the longevity of Hair Botox treatment.

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Safe Alternatives to Traditional Keratin Treatments

Keratin straightening treatments have become increasingly popular due to their frizz-fighting abilities and silky, smooth finish. However, many people are still unaware of the possible adverse health effects of exposure to the chemicals that can be found in hair straightening products.

The main issue with the keratin treatments is the formaldehyde vapors that can be released during blow-drying and flat ironing. Although formaldehyde makes the straightening solution more effective, this advantage is not worth the health risk that you and your stylists are exposed to during the straightening process.

The following smoothing treatments are formulated without formaldehyde or formaldehyde donors and are much safer for clients, stylists, and the environment than formaldehyde-based keratin treatments. These innovative smoothing treatments can be customized to your liking and give you more styling flexibility than traditional straightening treatments.

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1. Keratin Cure Gold & Honey Bio Hair Treatment

Keratin Cure Gold & Honey Bio Hair Treatment is a glycolic-based smoothing treatment. It is designed to infuse your hair with powerful moisturizing and shine-enhancing ingredients. It smoothens rough and unruly hair, adds shine, and keeps your locks frizz-free for up to 3 months. It is not supposed to make your hair pin-straight, but it does make it frizz-free, soft, and silky. If your hair is curly, you will get glamorous loose waves. This hair smoothing treatment does not contain harmful chemicals.

How it works:

Keratin amino acids act as crosslinking agents that link the hair’s protein and the added keratin, strengthening hair fibers from the root to the tip.

Silk Protein fills in the gaps in the hair cuticle, reducing porosity and giving a silky feel to the hair.

Behentrimonium Methosulfate is known for its de-tangling, hair thickening, and cuticle smoothing properties.

Hyaluronic Acid nourishes the scalp and moisturizes your hair, improving its softness and shine.

The nourishing blend of organic oils includes coconut, argan, hemp seed, marula, and peppermint oils.

Hair types:

Keratin Cure Gold & Honey Bio Hair Treatment works well on frizzy, unruly dry, damaged, or overprocessed hair.

Benefits:

  • Smoothens your hair and makes it easier to manage
  • Eliminates frizz and leaves hair silky soft
  • Leaves hair hydrated and shiny
  • Rebuilds inner strength and boosts volume
  • Reduces breakage and encourages hair growth
  • Soften your hair’s natural waves
  • Reduces blow-dry time
  • Hair can be washed on the same day of the treatment

Downsides:

  • The product has a strong odor that lingers in your hair.
  • Straightening can make the color lighter, especially if your hair is bleached.

The application and aftercare

The application process takes 2 – 3 hours depending on your hair length and type. You will need a clarifying shampoo, wide-toothed comb, blow dryer, and flat iron that can reach and maintain a temperature of about 450F. For maximum absorption, your hair needs to be clean prior to application. The product comes with detailed instructions on how to use it.

To get optimum results, a licensed hair professional should perform the treatment.

You can wash your hair the same day after receiving the treatment. You can also style your hair the way you want. You are supposed to use sulfate- and salt-free products when washing your hair.

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2. Unique Amino Style Keratin Treatment 

This innovative formaldehyde-free keratin treatment product is designed to reduce volume, eliminate frizz, and restore damaged hair. The formula uses a blend of amino acids, sugar cane, and acai extract.

Hair types:

The treatment is compatible with other chemical hair treatments and can be applied to previously straightened, relaxed, or colored hair. However, this treatment can change your hair color to a lighter shade or even leave some brassy tones. To avoid this, it is advisable to dye your hair after, not before the treatment. For your convenience, you can get color service the same day after receiving the Unique Amino Style Treatment.

According to the manufacturer’s claim, this product is completely free of harmful chemicals and safe to use on any type of hair.

Benefits:

  • After receiving the Unique Amino treatment hair looks straighter, shinier, and healthier. The styling time is greatly reduced. The results resemble those obtained after applying a hair Botox treatment.
  • This treatment will not make your hair pin-straight, but it greatly improves the look of dry, damaged, frizzy, or dull hair. If you want to make your hair completely straight, you can do it with a few strokes of a flat iron.

The procedure and aftercare

To obtain the best results, the treatment must be applied by a certified hair professional. The procedure is the same as for most keratin treatments. The product should stay in the hair for about 20 minutes. When your hair is dried up to 70% the stylist uses a flat iron to seal the treatment in the hair. You can wash your hair the same day and style it the way you want.

With proper maintenance, the effects will last between 8 and 12 weeks. The manufacturer offers a complete aftercare line, which includes aftercare shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in conditioner.

The results are progressive and cumulative so that you can apply the treatment every 8 to 10 weeks and your hair will look shinier and healthier with each application.

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3. Cezanne Perfect Finish Keratin Smoothing Treatment

This hair smoothing treatment (formerly known as Cezanne Perfect Finish Keratin Hair Treatment) is advertised to reduce frizz and make hair smoother, stronger, and shinier for up to 4 months.

Hair types:

This treatment is especially suitable for people who want to cut drying and styling time such as individuals with dry, frizzy, curly, coarse, and unmanageable hair.

How it works:

The treatment uses a low pH system to raise hair cuticles and infuse hair strands with a blend of keratin, sericin, botanical extracts, and vitamins. These healthy ingredients replenish lost and damaged keratin and help protect the inner hair bonds. The heat in the flat ironing stage helps lock in the treatment and create a smooth and shiny finish.

Benefits:

  • Cezanne Smoothing Treatment improves the strength of the hair, reduces frizz, and adds intense shine.
  • The treatment will soften and loosen your curls, but it won’t make your hair bone straight. Your hair will still hold a curl if you desire that.

The procedure and aftercare

The procedure takes up to two and a half hours, depending on the hair texture and length. The stylist can customize the process to obtain the desired results.

Cezanne Express treatment formula is meant for clients who want a more affordable treatment option or want to cut the time spent in the salon. It is less effective than the classic option and lasts about 8 weeks.

Unlike chemical-based keratin treatments, you can shampoo your hair the same day and style it the way you want. You can also exercise or go swimming right from the salon. Color service can be performed the same day, either before or after the smoothing treatment.

To maintain the results, use sulfate-free and salt-free products. Daily washing is not recommended.

The Treatment can be reapplied after about 4 months. Make sure to consult your stylist, because frequent applications can make your hair feel heavy.

4. Argan Protein Therapy by UNEX PROFESSIONAL

This treatment promises to make hair straight up to 95 % without the use of Formaldehyde or any other harmful chemicals. It doesn’t cause itchy and burning eyes or make your throat hurt.

Hair types:

The best candidates for receiving Argan Therapy are individuals with damaged, chemically treated, bleached, and frizzy hair.

How it works:

The treatment is formulated with hydrolyzed keratin, collagen, cysteine protein, and argan oil which are biocompatible with human hair. The effects last 2-6 months.

Benefits:

  • Straightens your hair up to 95 % with no harm to the strands
  • Restores damaged hair, improves hair elasticity, and reduces breakage
  • Repairs and seals the hair cuticle, resulting in soft, shiny, and frizz-free hair
  • Reduces the appearance of split ends
  • You can wash your hair the same day after receiving the service.

The procedure:

Argan Protein Therapy can be done at home. However, you may need an extra pair of hands during the flat ironing stage to ensure the best results. The procedure will take 2-4 hours, depending on hair length and thickness. To read the detailed directions, visit the manufacturer’s website.

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5. SAFFRON SECRET Formaldehyde Free Saffron Smoothing Treatment

SAFFRON SECRET Smoothing Treatment uses an organic saffron-based formula to make wavy, frizzy, and curly hair straighter, healthier-looking, and more manageable. Saffron is a spice, derived from the flower of Crocus sativus plants. The spice is rich in concentrated Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, and niacin. The company claims that the product, when properly applied, gives instant smoothing results that last up to four months.

How it works:

This straightening treatment has several convenient features that can make the application procedure safer and more comfortable:

1. Saffron Smoothing Treatment straightens the hair without the use of damaging chemicals and is claimed to be safe for the user and for the stylist. This product can be used on hair roots, which makes the initial application procedure as well as touchups easier. There are no strong vapors that can irritate your eyes, nose, or throat.

2. This product is easier to apply and the application process takes less time than traditional straightening services. You don’t have to wash your hair before application, which eliminates the initial steps of clarifying as well as blow-drying your hair. This means that you will spend less time in the salon and probably pay less money for the straightening service.

3. The product is poured into a bowl and applied to the hair section by section, using a hair dye brush. A plastic wrap is then placed tightly over the hair for 50 minutes. After removing the plastic wrap, your hair is blow-dried and brushed for 10 minutes. Your hair is then flat ironed at a temperature of 380-450 Fahrenheit.

4. The final steps also differ from standard straightening treatments. After the flat ironing step, the hair is simply washed with a sulfate-free shampoo, blow-dried, and styled.

5. Another convenience is that the treatment provides you with an instant result. Plus, there is no downtime. You can color or style your hair the way you want immediately after the procedure is completed or on any of the following days.

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6. Keratin Komplex Hair Treatment by Damilla

This straightening treatment utilizes a blend of natural keratin, silk amino acids, collagen, soy protein, and wheat protein to replenish the lost proteins and strengthen hair. Argan oil conditions your tresses and boosts shine.

The product is non-toxic and easy to use at home. One bottle is sufficient for multiple applications.

Benefits:

The treatment gives you straighter, frizz-free, and easy-to-manage hair for up to two months.

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7. Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger KeraTriplex Treatment (Available at Walmart)

This frizz-fighting treatment uses isolated proteins identical to human keratin to replace keratin lost during chemical services. The treatment is not meant to straighten your hair, so there is no flat-ironing stage. This repairing treatment is designed to reconstruct hair damaged by chemicals and restore hair softness and sheen.

KeraTriplex Treatment is much easier to apply than traditional keratin straightening treatments.

More brands to consider: Keratin Straightening Treatment by Paul Brown Hawaii, Brazilian Perola Organic Hair Straightener Treatment (formaldehyde-free) by ETERNITYLISS, COSMO-9 Proliss Anti Frizz hair Treatment – Formaldehyde Free, Revamp Keratin Smoothing Treatment by Biolustre, and Brazilian Treatment Ingel Maxx by Forever Liss Professional.

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8. Amino Acid-Based Smoothing Treatments

This type of smoothing treatments utilize amino acids to tame your curls, control unwanted volume, and make your hair smooth for up to three months. The formula penetrates deep into the hair shaft to fill up tiny gaps, resulting in smoother, frizz-free, and more manageable hair.

The most popular amino acid-based smoothing treatments include Cysteine smoothing treatment, Pravana Perfection SmoothOut, CHI Enviro American Smoothing Treatment, Argil Therapy, and Thermafuse f450 Amino Fusion Smoothing Treatment.

Popular Brazilian Blowout Smoothing Treatment also uses amino acids to smooth hair. However, this line of products has formaldehyde in its formula.

Amino-acid smoothing treatments can be performed on all hair types including color-treated, highlighted, bleached, permed, relaxed, and keratin-straightened hair.

The application process is similar to keratin treatments. However, your hair can be washed the same day using an appropriate shampoo and conditioner.

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Is there a Safe Keratin Smoothing Treatment?

Brazilian keratin treatment is one of the biggest innovations in the world of hair care. The treatment is extremely popular because it provides fabulous styling results that were never before possible. After a keratin treatment, hair remains smooth, glossy, and easy to handle for up to four months.

However, recent research has revealed that the majority of keratin treatment formulas available in today’s hair care market emit formaldehyde at toxic levels. Formaldehyde is a highly reactive hydrocarbon that has been linked to several health issues, including allergic reactions on the skin and irritation of the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs.

While some product lines are labeled “formaldehyde-free”, they actually contain formaldehyde donors that emit formaldehyde as a gas when heated with a flat iron.

Safe Alternatives to Traditional Brazilian Keratin Treatments

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Healthy Alternatives to Brazilian Keratin Treatments

While traditional keratin treatments remain widely available, new market research indicates that most consumers prefer safe and more flexible hair-styling options. There is a growing demand for safe keratin treatments, without toxic chemicals and dangerous side effects. Safe hair-smoothing treatments can revolutionize hair care while protecting stylists and clients and preserving the integrity of the hair. Some innovative companies have developed products that mimic the results of traditional keratin hair treatments without using harmful ingredients.

These new keratin-smoothing products are safe and effective alternatives to formaldehyde-based keratin treatments. They don’t emit toxic formaldehyde fumes and don’t require the use of special ventilation systems or masks. This new generation of keratin treatments delivers smoother, straighter, and healthier-looking hair, without any risks for the stylists or their clients. These safe treatments can even improve the health and the condition of the hair over time.

Additionally, new alternative treatments offer more flexibility to clients than traditional keratin treatments. A flat iron can be set on lower heat settings than with classic keratin treatments. There is no need for a three-day, water-free grace period after application. You can style your hair immediately after the treatment and go anywhere you choose. You can also choose to wear your hair curly, straight, or wavy.

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1. Cezanne Perfect Finish Keratin Smoothing Treatment

Cezanne Perfect Finish is a 100% formaldehyde-free smoothing treatment that delivers similar results as formaldehyde-based keratin smoothing treatments but without the use of harmful ingredients. The treatment does not require special ventilation or wearing a mask in the working area.

Cezanne Perfect Finish uses a blend of botanical extracts, amino acids, vitamins, and proteins, including sericin – a protein created by silkworms, to straighten the hair from inside the shaft and restore hair’s luster and brilliance. Cezanne treatment reduces unwanted frizz and leaves your hair stronger, healthier, and more manageable, without turning it pin straight or flat.

The process includes three easy steps: After a standard wash and dry, the Perfect Finish Keratin Smoothing Treatment is applied and left to sit on the hair for 30 minutes. The hair is then blow-dried and flat ironed to seal the product in the hair.

Available only in salons, this treatment can be performed on any hair type and texture. The effects will last up to four months. You will enjoy several distinct advantages over common straightening methods:

  • You can leave the salon with whatever beautiful, style you want.
  • Your hair can still hold a curl if desired. You can even style hair with a curling iron immediately after the treatment.
  • Coloring can be performed on the same day (either before or after the treatment).
  • You can go right from the salon to the gym, swimming pool, or anywhere you choose.
  • There’s no inconvenient waiting period before you can wash your hair.
  • You can use pins or wear a ponytail or a bun.
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2. KeraGreen Keratin and Protein Hair System

KeraGreen Keratin and Protein Hair System is a non-toxic, formaldehyde-free keratin treatment designed to improve the health and beauty of the hair. It offers a similar or better result than formaldehyde-based formulas. The KeraGreen system provides soft, silky, shiny, and manageable hair for up to 3 months. This treatment can also help to treat hair loss.

This organic-derived formula won’t expose clients to any health risks through the use of harmful agents. The ingredients include keratin complex, hydrolyzed collagen, silk, L-Cysteine, and Vitamin B5, as well as 18 amino acids and proteins.

Here are some benefits of KeraGreen Keratin and Protein Hair System:

  • Natural and organic ingredients
  • Easy application procedure
  • Does not emit toxic fumes
  • Faster drying times with no residue
  • Does not irritate the scalp, so can be applied close to the roots
  • Eliminates frizz and softens curls
  • Adds shine
  • Seals in color 
  • Does not contain silicone
  • Helps to control hair loss

3. KERAPURE Smoothing Products

This keratin and amino acid-based smoothing treatment is another safe alternative to Brazilian Keratin Treatment, without toxic chemicals and dangerous side effects. KERAPURE smoothing products use natural agents to enhance the strength, shine, glossiness, and manageability of all hair types.
KERAPURE smoothing products combine gold peptides, keratin proteins, cross-linked amino acids, and exotic oils to penetrate through the hair cuticle to restructure and rebuild individual strands.

The vapors released by KERAPURE products have been tested by independent laboratories in enclosed environments and actual salon environments to reveal that there are no toxic levels of formaldehyde released at any point throughout the process.

4. Liquid Keratin 30-Day Straight Smooth & Long Treatment

Liquid Keratin’s 30-Day Treatment is an innovative, formaldehyde and aldehyde-free keratin smoothing system. The treatment is also free of all formaldehyde donors, sodium hydroxide, urea, thio, and guanidine.

Lately, Liquid Keratin has launched the new and improved Liquid Keratin 60-Day at-home treatment with results lasting up to 12 weeks.

5. Cysteine Hair Treatment

Cysteine Hair Treatment is the latest innovation in hair smoothing technology, which revitalizes and straightens your hair by infusing cysteine. Cysteine is an amino acid that is naturally occurring in the hair. Cysteine smoothing treatment is considered much safer for you and your hair than formaldehyde-based keratin treatments. The main active component in the formula is cysteine, but it can be combined with collagen, vitamins, and herbal extracts.

Cysteine treatment softens the curls, eliminates frizz, helps manage weak and coarse hair, and improves the overall condition of your locks.

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Should You Be Using Silicone-Free Shampoo and Conditioner?

Silicone is a plastic-like material that works as an emollient providing slip and silky feel to hair. Silicone-containing hair products can make dry, lackluster hair look and feel smooth and shiny. The silicones form a waterproof coating around the hair shaft that repels humidity, reduces frizz, and tames unruly strands.

You can spot silicones on a product label by their name ending in “cone,” “conol,” “col,” or “xane,”. The most frequently used silicones in hair products are cyclomethicone and dimethicone. Silicones are commonly used in hair conditioners and slightly less frequently in hair shampoos, and styling products.

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What do Silicones Do to Your Hair?

Silicone in hair products acts as a filler and forms a thin film around the strands. This coating reduces porosity and prevents internal moisture from escaping. This way, silicones help to tame frizzy hair, giving it a silky softness and shine. Silicones also reduce friction and make hair smoother, easier to comb, and less prone to tangling.

Silicones can be beneficial for some hair types, but they are not suitable for everyone. They work best for people with frizzy, overly porous, and unruly hair. Silicones make unruly hair softer, less frizzy, and more manageable.

However, individuals with naturally curly hair should be more conscious when choosing their hair products. The film that silicones form around the hair may prevent the moisture and active ingredients in hair products from entering the hair shaft. This can reduce the effectiveness of nourishing hair treatments that are essential for dry curly hair.

People with fine hair also should avoid silicone-containing products because this ingredient can weigh down fine hair.

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The Dark Side of Silicones in Hair Products

The positive effects that silicones have on hair are just aesthetic and temporary. Despite giving the temporary illusion of healthy hair silicones can do more harm than good in the long run.

As noted above, the waterproof film around the hair strands blocks moisture and nourishing ingredients in conditioners and hair treatments from penetrating your hair shaft. Hair that lacks moisture and conditioning treatments can become dull and brittle.

Some silicones can build up in the hair over time leaving your strands weighed down and heavy. The polymer film also tends to attract dust and dirt, leaving your hair feeling greasy and “dirty.”

Some silicones can’t be removed by mild shampoos or co-washing which has become a trend among curly-haired people. Using strong shampoos that can strip silicones deposited in the hair can dry out delicate curly locks.

Which Silicones Are Bad for Your Hair?

Bad silicones are not soluble in water and tend to build up in the hair. They can be removed from the hair only by using shampoos that have strong sulfate-based detergents. The group of non-water-soluble silicones includes Dimethicone, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cetearyl Methicone, Dimethiconol, Stearyl Dimethicone, Bis-Phenyl Propyl Dimethicone, Propyl Dimethiconestearyl Dimethicone, Behenoxy Dimethicone, Stearoxy Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Dimethiconol Hydroxy Stearate, Amodimethicone, Trimethylsilylamodimethicone, Polysilicon-18 Cetyl Phosphate, and Cyclopentasiloxane.

Sulfate- and Silicone-Free Shampoos and Conditioners

A young woman washes the hair with a silicone-free smoothing shampoo

If you opt for a silicone-free hair care routine, start with selecting hair shampoo and conditioner formulated without silicones. If your goal is weightless and bouncy hair, this is a good start. Also, make sure that your shampoo is sulfate-free, so it will cleanse your hair without stripping its natural moisture.

The following is a list of sulfate-free and silicone-free shampoos and conditioners that have a temporary smoothing effect on the hair.

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1. ALTERNA BAMBOO Smooth Anti-Frizz Shampoo

This gentle formula moisturizes and strengthens hair while keeping frizz at bay. It is designed for all hair types but is especially suitable for chemically processed and frizz-prone hair. This ultra-caring shampoo makes your hair more resistant to humidity and leaves it with a smooth, frizz-free finish.

Bamboo extract keeps hair strong and helps reduce breakage, while organic kendi oil locks in moisture and tames frizz and static.

This shampoo is color-safe and free of harsh sulfates, parabens, silicones, and sodium chloride.

2. Living Proof No Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner (available at Walmart)

A team of biomedical scientists based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, invented and patented new molecules that create an invisible shield around each hair strand to lock in moisture-proof smoothness.

Healthy Hair Molecule (OFPMA) blocks humidity, repels dirt and oil, and creates healthier hair over time. This molecule polishes hair strands and eliminates frizz-causing surface friction.

PBAE molecule creates a microscopic pattern of thickening dots on every hair strand which helps build body and volume without stiff, sticky resins. This new frizz-taming technology is clinically proven to be 70% more effective in reducing frizz than silicone- and oil-based hair care products. If you live in a very humid climate or spend a lot of time in humid areas, this duo will make your hair look better than usual in these places. In combination with leave-in conditioner and styling gel, they can produce even greater results. 

3. Devacurl No-poo Cleanser & One Conditioner

This combo is designed for curly hair which tends to be drier and more susceptible to damage than straight hair. These products are formulated with natural ingredients and are free of silicone, parabens, and sulfates. They have a pleasant minty smell.
The shampoo doesn’t create a rich lather but it effectively removes dirt, without stripping natural hair oils. It also makes hair softer, silkier, and more manageable. The conditioner keeps hair hydrated and tangle-free.

4. L’Oreal Paris EverSleek Sulfate-Free Smoothing System

This sulfate and silicone-free shampoo and conditioner duo is designed to smooth unruly, frizzy hair. It is formulated with natural argan, sunflower, and olive oils that help to improve texture and control frizz. Both products are safe for colored and chemically straightened hair.

This system gently cleanses hair leaving it softer, shinier, and tangle-free. It controls frizz for up to 48 hours.

5. Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo

This daily cleansing shampoo is formulated with plant ingredients to soften hair up to 60%, leaving it feeling smooth and silky.  It works great on unruly, curly, frizzy, tangled, and uncontrollable hair.

For hair that is naturally straight, it minimizes flyaways and adds shine.

Aveda shampoo makes curls soft and frizz-free. It also makes it easier to straighten hair.

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Guide to Buying the Best Shampoo for Frizzy Hair

Hair gets frizzy when the cuticles of the strands lift, resulting in a rough hair texture and increased friction between hair fibers. As a result, if your hair is prone to frizz you may find it difficult to keep your hairstyle in place.

But not to fear! Certain types of shampoos can help you tame your frizzy hair, transforming it to have a smooth and shiny texture. The following post will give you a better understanding of how to purchase the right shampoo to keep your frizzy hair under control.

Frizz mostly occurs due to a lack of hair moisture and an increase in atmospheric humidity, but some other factors can make your hair susceptible to frizz.

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What Causes Frizzy Hair?

Dry hair: Frizz mostly occurs due to a lack of moisture in the hair and an increase in atmospheric humidity but some other factors can make your hair susceptible to frizz.

Damaged cuticle: The outer layer of your hair consists of small scales —cuticles. When cuticles lay flat, it’s difficult for moisture from the air to pass to the inner layers of your hair. The tightened cuticle layer also helps to keep internal moisture inside your hair.

On the other hand, a raised cuticle allows the internal moisture from the hair to escape, leaving your strands thirsty. A raised cuticle also allows moisture from humid air to pass easily through the cuticle layer, causing hair fibers to swell.

High porosity hair: Chemically treated hair is overly porous and more prone to frizz than virgin and healthy hair. High porosity hair can easily be deprived of natural moisture.

Hair type: When it comes to curly hair, the natural oils can’t flow down the strands smoothly as they can flow down naturally straight hair. This is why kinky hair lacks internal moisture and is particularly susceptible to frizz due to changes in humidity.

Sulfate-Free Shampoos for Better Frizz Control

For those who struggle with frizzy hair, it is especially important to realize that the problem they experience can be associated with the type of shampoo they use.

Ordinary shampoos lack the moisturizing agents needed to soothe and prevent frizzy hair. These shampoos can dry out your hair, stripping away the much-needed natural oils.

The reason why ordinary shampoos pose such a problem is sulfate-based cleansers. Sulfates are effective cleansing agents that also create rich foam and bubbles, but they are also responsible for excessive dryness of your scalp and hair. Harsh sulfate-based cleansers in hair shampoos can damage the cuticle, leaving your hair vulnerable to changes in humidity levels.

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How to Buy a Good Frizz-Control Shampoo

Not every shampoo advertised to tame frizzy hair is effective. Those who want to put an end to their frizz problem must learn how to pick their regular hair care products wisely.

A good shampoo for frizzy hair not only should be free of all harmful ingredients, such as sulfate cleansers and other harsh chemicals, but it should have moisturizing and nourishing ingredients that help repair damaged strands and keep hair hydrated.

Hair shampoos enriched with amino acids and hydrolyzed proteins repair the damaged cuticle and lock in moisture making hair more resistant to humidity.

Shampoos that contain humectants, such as glycerin or Panthenol are proven to help manage frizz. An anti-frizz shampoo should also contain natural oils, such as argan, jojoba, or coconut oil.

Another thing to watch out for is the optimal pH value. Contrary to some misconceptions, it’s actually better to use a slightly acidic shampoo, as this helps to keep hair cuticles flat. 

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Shampoo Brands Designed to Tame Frizz

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1. Ouidad Advanced Climate Control Defrizzing Shampoo is formulated to moisturize and tame frizzy hair, giving you the curls you have always desired. The gentle cleansing action and moisturizing properties of this shampoo make your curl soft, well-defined, and frizz-free. This shampoo is most suitable for wavy, curly, and coiled hair.

2. Silk18 Natural Hair Shampoo contains silk amino acids that have been hydrolyzed from raw silk. Due to their small molecular weight silk amino acids have excellent penetrating and moisture-binding abilities. Amino acids contained in the formula penetrate through the hair cuticle and draw moisture into the hair shaft, improving hair hydration. This results in well-hydrated, softer, and smoother hair. Such hair is more manageable and less prone to frizz.

3. Maple Holistics Argan Oil Shampoo is formulated with six hair oils that are highly beneficial for hair and scalp health: Argan, Jojoba, Avocado, Almond, Peach Kernel, and Camellia Seed oil. These ultra-nourishing oils lock in moisture and strengthen dry and damaged hair while restoring shine and softness. While some moisturizing shampoos can make hair look greasy and heavy, this shampoo doesn’t weigh your hair down or reduce volume. The gentle formula is safe for color-treated hair. A neutral, mild smell makes this product suitable for both genders.

4. Agave Healing Oil – Smoothing Shampoo (Walmart) is infused with Agave plant extracts and moisturizing emollients to nourish and hydrate your hair while helping boost color vibrancy. Agave Smoothing Shampoo also tames curls and coils, prevents frizz, and adds shine to your dry, lifeless hair. It leaves your hair soft and easy to style. This shampoo has a fresh soothing scent.

5. Moroccanoil Smoothing Shampoo is a highly concentrated hydrating shampoo formulated with amino acids to replenish lost keratin, tame frizz, and improve manageability. It softens and moisturizes hair, leaving it clean, shiny, and more resistant to frizz in humid weather.

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Anti-Frizz Conditioners

Taking care of picking out a good shampoo for frizzy hair will prove to be in vain unless complementing products are also used, including an anti-frizz conditioner. Some people have the habit of simply buying the matching conditioner to go along with the chosen shampoo, but that might not always be the best approach.

Much like shampoos, conditioners must be free of all the wrong ingredients, and full of the right ones. Some of the right ingredients for conditioners meant to combat frizzy hair include vitamin E, Panthenol, and Aloe Vera.

In addition to washing and conditioning the hair regularly, it’s also important to do deep moisturizing treatments once a week. This helps combat the original problem of the hair not having enough moisture.

Choosing the right shampoo and conditioner is a powerful approach to preventing frizz, but how those products are used is also important. Add a bit of the conditioner to the shampoo when washing, then let the hair air dry after applying the conditioner. Finish up by rinsing with cold water, which helps seal the cuticle and prevent the appearance of frizz.

Hair Care Routines that may Lead to Frizzy Hair

  1. Frequent shampooing, accompanied by using harsh, sulfate-based shampoos can result in dry and frizzy hair.
  2. Hot water can strip your hair of natural oils and lift the cuticle, leaving hair prone to frizz.
  3. Overuse of hot styling tools can damage the cuticle and dry out hair, causing it to look tangled or untamed.
  4. Hair coloring and other chemical treatments can damage the hair cuticle, leaving your hair dry, overly porous, and prone to frizzing.
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How to Maintain your Hair after Japanese Hair Straightening

What is Thermal Reconditioning?

Japanese Hair Straightening, also known as Thermal Reconditioning, is a permanent hair straightening treatment developed for those who want to spend less time styling their hair. The treatment works by using a combination of heat and chemicals.

Once you’ve got a Japanese straightening treatment, your hair requires little or no effort to get it looking completely straight. However, that doesn’t automatically mean your straightened hair doesn’t still require appropriate care. Your treated hair must be properly maintained to overcome the effects of chemicals and to prevent it from getting dry and brittle.

What Aftercare Is Required Within the First 72 Hours?

Woman brushes thermally reconditioned hair

The first 72 hours after receiving a Japanese hair straightening treatment is critically important. During this time the hair must not get wet in any way, whether it be due to shampooing, rain, swimming, or sweat. Skipping exercise during these 72 hours is highly recommended. This waiting period gives the treatment time to set in your hair.

Also, avoid putting any type of product in the hair, which means no hairspray, mousse, gels, wax, shampoo, or dry shampoo. Keep your locks as straight as possible and avoid tucking the hair behind your ears or pulling it into a ponytail. The use of hair accessories must be avoided as well as wearing hats, glasses, etc.

If your hair gets wet or bent, you should blow-dry and flat-iron the affected area immediately with a flat iron at a low temperature.

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How to Take Care of Japanese Straightened Hair?

It is important to follow the instructions provided by your stylist and carefully protect and treat your newly straightened hair until the next touch-up. Swimming should be avoided for the first couple of weeks, as the hair mustn’t come into contact with chlorinated pool water during this time. Excessive exposure to the sun must also be avoided, in the first days after the treatment, which means wearing a hat when you are out in the sun.

Thermally reconditioned hair absorbs less moisture and dries more quickly. You don’t need to blow dry your Japanese straightened hair to maintain a straight look. You can blow dry it if you want to get the moisture out quickly. The blow-drying will take less than half the time it previously did. It would be best to use a dryer with a ceramic heating unit and tourmaline-infused inner components. Keep the hair dryer at the right distance and use a diffuser attachment to disperse the airflow.

Use only gentle hair accessories to avoid breakage. Avoid using hair elastics and look for more hair-friendly hair ties.

Some shampoos and conditioners (like sulfur-based anti-dandruff shampoos) have adverse effects on chemically straightened hair. It is important to use shampoos and conditioners that are specifically formulated for Japanese straightened hair to help maintain the quality of the treatment and keep your hair healthy.

Comb the hair with a wide-tooth comb to gently remove the tangles. Use a thermal heat protector when blow-drying to prevent heat damage. Use only a natural bristle brush and blow-dry in a downward drying motion to close the cuticle and prevent stripping moisture from the hair.

To revitalize your thermally treated hair, make sure to give it a protein-rich deep conditioning treatment once a week.

Thermal Reconditioning and Hair Coloring

Those who want thermal reconditioning but also want to color their hair shouldn’t do the coloring before they get their hair straightened. Hair that has been bleached and color-treated hair that’s damaged should not receive thermal reconditioning. For highlighted hair, the hair should only be highlighted up to 50 percent. Those who have hair that’s already color-treated, but not bleached or damaged, may get their hair thermal reconditioned, but the results they get may vary.

Find a reputable salon and consult a specialist to make sure that this straightening procedure is right for you. You will receive a pre-treatment to tell if it works for your hair type and condition. The outcome depends on what type of chemicals was used and how many coloring or highlighting treatments your hair has been through.

When coloring hair that has been straightened using the Japanese method, it’s important to wait at least four to six weeks after receiving the treatment to apply the color. Consider gentle, ammonia-free hair color. It’s a good idea to skip the at-home hair coloring kits and have the color done professionally. You must inform your hair color technician that your hair has been chemically straightened before receiving color service. You also want to make sure that the technician understands the effects of color on Japanese straightened hair.

Your colorist may suggest upgrading your hair color service with Olaplex or other bond-protecting products to preserve the integrity of your hair.

To keep the rebonded hair looking sleek and shiny, consider the cellophane hair treatment. This treatment uses hydrolyzed proteins and silicone polymers to seal the cuticle layer and keep your hair smooth and beautiful. You can do this treatment every 3 months to exchange hair color and maintain a high gloss shine.

Shampoos and Conditioners for Thermally Reconditioned Hair

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Chemical treatments and dyes tend to weaken hair, making it fragile and more vulnerable to damage. Chemically processed hair needs gentle handling. It is important to follow a strict routine when it comes to your hair care products.

Milbon Nigelle Er Shampooir?t=softerhair 20&l=am2&o=1&a=B002ALQOJ8 and Milbon Frizz Controlling Conditioner have been specially formulated to repair damage and maintain the softness and health of the hair after Japanese Hair Straightening. The duo also works to smooth out new growth, which helps extend the longevity of your treatment.

The products are pricey, but you can keep the original jar and order refill bags to get a larger amount of the product for your money.

The shampoo is very thick and although it doesn’t create a huge amount of suds your hair will be clean without feeling stripped.

The duo also helps keep hair conditioned and healthy between color treatments.

Leave in Treatment for Rebonded Hair

Milbon Deesse’s Aprou Moisture Milk Leave-In Treatmentir?t=softerhair 20&l=am2&o=1&a=B000SE7VSW repairs the cuticle layers of damaged hair, keeping it shiny, sleek, and soft. This leave-in treatment also blocks humidity and makes hair manageable. Apply a few pumps to your damp hair, before blow-drying. If your hair is permanently straightened, this product will help keep your regrown hair smoother, and more manageable.

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How to Properly Use a Clarifying Shampoo

There is a time when your hair feels lifeless and weighed down even if you’ve washed it. No matter what you do, it still looks untidy. Well, then it’s probably time to clarify.

All of the mousses, gels, hairsprays, and even your regular shampoo and conditioner can leave residue on your hair and scalp over time. Some hair products contain silicone that isn’t water-soluble. This type of silicone can’t be washed away by regular shampoo and tend to coat your strands.

Clarifying shampoo is formulated to remove dulling residues that can cause bad hair days. Clarifying shampoo dissolves the layers of products sitting on the surface of hair strands and gives your hair a healthy-looking fresh start.

a woman with buildup in her hair

Hard water in your area and the chlorine in swimming pools can deposit hard water minerals and chlorine residue in your hair. To remove buildup from minerals and chlorine, you need to use a chelating shampoo, which is a bit stronger than conventional clarifying shampoos. Chelating shampoos are formulated to remove minerals such as calcium and magnesium that can build up on your hair. 

How Do Clarifying Shampoos Work?

Clarifying shampoo contains a higher proportion of cleansing agents than your regular shampoo and doesn’t contain conditioning agents. The majority of clarifying shampoos on the market contain acetic acid, a mild, acidic chemical compound that is known for its descaling capabilities. Acetic acid is also contained in vinegar, which is used to de-scale household appliances, etc. In the same manner, the acetic acid in clarifying shampoo helps remove the buildup in hair that makes it feel oily, heavy, and unmanageable.

When to Clarify Hair?

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If you use a lot of hair care products, your hair will benefit from using a clarifying shampoo. The following are the four most obvious signs that you have lots of buildups:

  1. Your favorite shampoo doesn’t seem to be cleaning your hair as well as it used to. Your hair doesn’t look fresh and bouncy after washing.
  2. Your strands are breaking/splitting more than normal. Your strands lose elasticity because the water/moisture can’t penetrate inside.
  3. Your hair is hard to style no matter which styling product you use.
  4. Your hair has turned green after swimming in chlorinated water.
Woman after washing the hair with a clarifying shampoo

How Often Should You Clarify your Hair?

The optimal frequency of clarifying depends on how many styling products you use, the quality of water in your area, and how often you go swimming.

If you use a lot of styling products, go swimming regularly, and/or live in a hard water area, you should clarify your hair more than twice a month.

If your hair gets oily fast, (in addition to the previously mentioned reasons) you should consider using a gentle clarifying shampoo on a weekly basis.

If you live in an area with soft water and use hair products in small quantities, you only need to clarify when your hair starts to show signs of product build-up. The majority of people only need to use a clarifying shampoo once a month. 

How to Clarify Color-Treated Hair?

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If you color your hair you shouldn’t use a clarifying shampoo more than once a month and never within the first few weeks of coloring. Clarifying color-treated hair too often will make your hair color fade faster. Also, make sure to use a clarifying shampoo that is safe for colored hair. 

However, if you want to get rid of a bed hair dye job, a harsh clarifying shampoo can help you fade unwanted hair color in a few washes.

Always use a rinse-out conditioner after washing your hair with a clarifying shampoo to restore lost moisture and make detangling easier. However, if you clarify your hair prior to receiving a chemical treatment you may need to skip the conditioning step, depending on the treatment you are going to receive.

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Use Appropriate Clarifying Shampoo

Ordinary clarifying shampoos contain strong sulfate surfactants that can strip away the natural oils, that keep your hair and scalp well-moisturized. If your hair is fine, dry, or chemically treated, make sure to use a gentle sulfate-free formula that is appropriate for your hair type.

Gently massage the shampoo into your scalp by doing circular motions of your fingertips to avoid damaging the skin.

Scalp Clarifying Shampoos

Using a deep cleansing shampoo is a good method for clarifying your scalp. By removing dead skin cells and residue from dry shampoos, scalp-purifying shampoos unclog the pores, renew hair follicles, and create a healthy environment for hair growth. Scalp cleansing shampoos in common contain antiseptic and soothing ingredients to calm itchiness and skin inflammation.

Scalp clarifying shampoo should cleanse without redness or irritation, so make sure to get quality formula and use it per instruction. Consider formulas developed by trichologists and gentle sulfate-free clarifying shampoos.

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