Everything you want to know about Keratin Treatment

Hair, nails and the outer layer of your skin are all made of keratin, a family of fibrous, structural proteins. This Keratin protein makes your hair strong and lustrous. keratin procedures for curly hair are popular because curly and textured hair lacks enough keratin which can lead to dryness and frizz in hair with zero shine. Keratin levels also often go low because of lifestyle changes, exposure of hair to sun and pollution.
In a keratin treatment, a professional simply applies the protein solution to your hair and strands and make them smooth and shiny. Injecting keratin into the porous areas of the hair follicle makes your hair instantly look healthier which is why it is all the rage now.

Process of Keratin Treatment

- Your hair is first washed thoroughly
- Hairs are split in different sections and keratin (in the form of serum) is applied to every strand.
- To activate the Keratin, hairs are made to undergo a heat treatment via a steam machine. This step can take upto 20-40 minutes depending on the hair texture. If you have curly hair then instead of steam, a blow dry might be done for quicker and lasting absorption of keratin.
- Hairs are washed again to rinse of keratin.
- Hairs are dried and straightened to complete the process.

Duration of keratin process

Keratin treatment requires a couple of sittings, with each being 2- hour long depending on the type and length of hair.

How long does karatin last?

The longevity of keratin treatment depends on your hair texture and how religiously you follow the after-care routines.

 

What are the perks of keratin treatment?

- Zero frizz
- your hair is more mangeable now.
- The treatment adds lustre to your dull hair.
- You save a lot of time in styling your hair.
- It takes less time to be done compared with other treatments like rebonding.
- Easy hairstyling.

What are the cons of keratin treatment?

- If your hair lacks volume, the treatment is going to flatten it further.
- Does not last for more than months.
- If you have long hair, the treatment can get expensive.
- Needs a special care to be taken post treatment which are mentioned in below post keratin rituals.
- You cannot use tight hair bands or accessories as that can affect the treatment layer on your hair.
- Not recommended for straight hair.

Post keratin rituals

✔️ Immediate steps: - Hair that has been treated with keratin must not come in contact with water for at least 3 days. This defines how it will be for the rest of the period and hence would be the best to wear a shower cap when you come in contact with water.
✔️ Invest in good shampoo: - Do not opt for shampoos sodium-chloride and sulphate. You have to get a shampoo that is sulphate free, so it can retain the sheen of your hair for a while.
✔️ Avoid to many hair washes : - Yes, you heard it right. Avoid using too much shampooing as it would have a detrimental effect to your treated hair. The protein gets washed away over the course of time but if you shampoo more than twice a week, you would be fastening the process. Dry shampoo is a smart alternative that can help you circumvent the situation.
✔️ Leave in conditioner : - Conditioners protect the keratin treatment so you can start including a leave in conditioner in your hair care regime and you will see a noticeable difference. A stylist will be happy to assist you with this as well.
✔️ Let it free : - Do not tie your hair for the first couple of days as it will have an adverse effect on the keratin treatment which just setting into your hair. Give it some time, before you start plying around with it.
✔️ Invest in a soft pillow: - Most people sleep on hard pillows without understanding the effect it can have on your mane. Invest in your soft skill pillow and you can see wonders. Hairfall would reduce and the keratin would also be protected from eroding due to friction.

Keratin Tratment Cost in India?

Depending on hair and length and the salon you choose, keratin treatment in India can cost anywhere between Rs.3000/- to 10000/- excluding follow-up sessions.