Pros & Cons Of Keratin Treatment – All You Need To Know

Ever wish you could wake up with frizz-free and shiny hair every day without having to worry about struggling with the straightener? Thanks to the wonders of Keratin hair ...

Ever wish you could wake up with frizz-free and shiny hair every day without having to worry about struggling with the straightener? Thanks to the wonders of Keratin hair treatment, you can enjoy smooth and shiny hair every day.

This miracle solution works wonders on your hair by infusing your hair with keratin, smoothening the cuticle of the hair, making it shiny and frizz free. Unlike traditional chemical straightening that breaks the internal bonds of the hair to permanently change the core structure, keratin hair treatment is a better alternative to achieving healthy and natural looking smooth hair. Keratin treatment also lets you be versatile with your hair styling – whether you want to create waves or keep it straight.

How does Keratin Hair Treatment at home, work?

Keratin is the natural protein found in your hair that protects it against humidity – the main cause of frizzy hair.

The stylist will then prep your hair with a wash followed by conditioning. This is to get rid of any product build-up and ensure that the hair is clean to absorb the product. They will then blow dry your hair thoroughly and divided into thin sections. The keratin treatment is then applied thoroughly to each section. The final step is sealing in the product, where a straightener is used to seal in the formula to each section of your hair.

What are the benefits of getting a Keratin treatment?

1. Protects against humidity

2. Rebuilds strength

3. Increases manageability

4. Smoothens and adds shine

5. Long-lasting results

6. Less Breakage

Keratin, the main protein in your hair, plays a significant role when it comes to its health and appearance. There are plenty of keratin home treatments like shampoos and conditioners available that can be good for your hair, but none of them can compare to the merits of a professionally done keratin treatment:

* Protects against humidity

Like your skin, if the pores of your hair are closed, the better it is for your hair health. Keratin hair treatment seals in high amounts of keratin into your hair, which seals it up. The benefit: it protects your hair against humidity. Humidity is the main cause of frizz that the keratin-treated hair can effectively lock out the moisture, thereby preventing frizz.

* Rebuilds strength

With continued exposure to hard water, extreme temperatures, and pollution, our hair takes a toll and starts losing keratin from its structure. As Keratin is the main protein in the structure of the hair, the loss of keratin can weaken your hair. With the help of keratin hair treatment, your hair sees a big boost of keratin, which repairs the damage and makes it structurally stronger.

* Increases manageability

If you have thick and rough hair, you are no stranger to all the knots and tangling up hair. But do you know why? When the strands of your tresses are damaged and uneven, they are more prone to get tangled up and form knots. With a keratin treatment, the structure and surface of the hair are repaired, thanks to a big infusion of keratin in the formulation. This helps prevent knots and tangling, making your hair more manageable every day.

* Smoothens and adds shine

When your hair undergoes a keratin treatment, the strands become stronger and smoother. The gaps in the surface get filled by keratin. The smoother the surface of your hair is, the more lustrous and shinier it will be. Simply put, healthy equals shiny hair.

* Long-lasting results

With proper aftercare and maintenance, keratin hair treatments can typically last up to 6 months. You don’t have to worry about frizz every day or keep reaching out for the straightener every time you wash your hair or are exposed to a little rain.

* Less Breakage

The keratin gaps in your hair make your hair more prone to tangling and knots. This can lead to more breakage even when you are doing something as simple as brushing your hair. With the help of keratin treatment, the keratin gaps are filled, making the strands stronger and preventing constant breakage. Moreover, the less your hair breaks, the healthier it can grow out.

What are the disadvantages of Keratin treatment?

1. Some formulations contain formaldehyde

2. It is not an inexpensive treatment

3. It can be time consuming

While Keratin treatments have many advantages, there are some potential disadvantages to getting a keratin treatment:

* Some formulations contain formaldehyde

The powerful formulations used in keratin hair treatment can sometimes contain Formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a compound that bonds the keratin to your hair but is known to have adverse effects.

Some studies have shown that Formaldehyde can be associated with causing cancer as well as other side effects like nausea, dizziness, wheezing, and vomiting. If you really had your heart set on getting a keratin treatment, you still can – not all formulas have Formaldehyde. In recent years, there are many formulations available in the market that are formaldehyde-free and equally effective.

We would recommend doing a little research by speaking to your hair stylist to understand the formulation they offer.

* It is not an inexpensive treatment

Due to the product, steps, and effort involved in doing a keratin hair treatment, it can cost a fair amount. Typically, the prices range between INR 7000 to INR 15000, depending on the length and thickness of the hair.

* It can be time consuming

Over and above the cost, there is also the investment of time. It can take 2 to 4 hours to complete all the steps of the process completely.

If you are tired of the frizz and ready for smooth and shiny hair, this is an effective long-term solution. However, if you love your natural curls and waves, this may not be for you. The best thing you can do is spend time getting a detailed consultation with a professional hair stylist before you commit to anything!