KERATIN TREATMENT FAQ
WHAT IS A KERATIN TREATMENT?
In short, a Brazilian blow dry is the semi-permanent solution to saying goodbye to frizzy unmanageable hair and hello to divinely smooth hair.
A Brazilian blow dry is all about taming the frizz in a semi-permanent way. For anyone struggling with humidity and damp days, controlling frizzy hair can become a daily headache. With the Brazilian blow dry, this is in the past. The treatment can last for up to four months, so that’s a lot of days without having the frizz battle!
WHICH HAIR TYPES DOES A KERATIN TREATMENT SUIT?
It's perfect to resolve frizzy hair and for those that use hair straighteners on a regular basis. Suitable for Caucasian, Asian and Mixed Afro hair types.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A KERATIN TREATMENT?
Your hair will be left frizz-free, shiny, and manageable with plenty of bounce and movement. After the initial 2 days post-treatment, and once you have shampooed your hair, you have the option to curl or add waves to your hair. You will also notice that you are able to blow dry your hair in a fraction of the normal time. I do not guarantee ‘wash & go’ this will depend on your hair texture
WILL MY HAIR BE VERY STRAIGHT?
If your hair is wavy you can expect to have straight hair. For very curly and/or mixed-race hair it will minimise the frizz, especially in humidity, but I cannot guarantee straight hair on the first treatment. However, after 2 to 3 Brazilian Blow Dry treatments, your hair will be very straight due to the accumulative coating of the product. Some Asian hair can be resistant.
CAN I HAVE THIS TREATMENT WITH COLOURED OR HIGHLIGHTED HAIR?
Absolutely yes! The Brazilian Blow Dry will improve the health of coloured or highlighted hair, sealing the cuticle to help lock in your colour. I recommend that you have a 5-7 day gap between your Brazilian Blow Dry treatment and colour/highlights service to avoid aggravating your hair. For best results, I recommend your colour or highlights are completed after your Brazilian Blow Dry. Please be aware in most instances the Brazilian Blow Dry may lighten your colour after the treatment.
CAN I HAVE THIS TREATMENT IF MY HAIR IS RELAXED OR CHEMICALLY STRAIGHTENED?
Yes, provided your hair has not been damaged by the relaxer or straightening product. The Brazilian Blow Dry will enhance the look of your hair and give you more movement.
WILL I LOSE HAIR VOLUME POST-TREATMENT?
Some clients experience a reduction in volume for the first month post-treatment. This is especially true for hair that is fine and/or already straight before having a Brazilian Blow Dry (reduce frizz = reduce volume).
CAN I GO SWIMMING AFTER HAVING A KERATIN TREATMENT?
Yes, but not for the first 2 days post-treatment and you must have shampooed your hair in accordance with our aftercare instructions before going swimming. The treatment will be affected by chlorine and/or seawater. You should use sulphate-free shampoo and use a quality conditioner after swimming regardless of whether you have a Brazilian Blow Dry or not. I recommend Philip Kingsley Swim cap hair mask before swimming.
CAN I TIE MY HAIR UP POST-TREATMENT?
This should be avoided for the first 2 days and you must have shampooed your hair at least once before tying your hair up and using hair accessories.
CAN I USE ANY SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER POST TREATMENT?
No. You must use sulphate-free shampoo and conditioner post-treatment.
HOW LONG DOES THE TREATMENT TAKE?
It takes around 2.5 - 5.5 hours from start to finish, depending on the length and thickness of your hair.
CAN I HAVE THE KERATIN TREATMENT IF I'M PREGNANT?
I personally don't recommend any treatment during pregnancy.
HOW OLD DO I NEED TO BE TO HAVE A BRAZILIAN KERATIN TREATMENT?
It's recommended from 16 years old.
CAN MEN HAVE THE BRAZILIAN KERATIN TREATMENT?
Yes, the hair has to be at least two inches long or more for the ironing process.
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR A KERATIN TREATMENT AT HOME?
It is very simple...to save time you need to wash your hair with any cleansing shampoo and do not apply conditioner unless I ask you to use it. Let your hair dry naturally before I arrive for the appointment. We need to be in a room where we can have plenty of ventilation (open doors or windows) for the vapour to escape, a table for my equipment and a chair for you to sit in comfortably... that's it!