Benefits of a Keratin Treatment

01 What is Keratin?

Keratin is a protein that the natural structure of your hair is composed of. In fact, it makes up 91 percent of your hair and contains a total of 16 different amino acids–cysteine being the most imperative of them all since it creates the sulphur bridges in your hair which give it’s internal strength. Combined, each of these elements strengthen your hair and protect it from daily aggressors such as UV, hard  water minerals and heat styling. 

02 Benefits of a Keratin Treatment

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Because keratin is depleted from your hair on a daily basis due to environmental factors and other daily stressors such as introduction of chemicals to the hair, age of hair, climate and other extreme conditions, it is important to replenish lost keratin. If you don’t replenish depleted keratin, you run this risk of experiencing dry, brittle, frizzy and dull hair. A keratin treatment simply replenishes depleted keratin and ultimately restores the integrity of your hair by shutting and sealing the hair’s cuticles to make the outside healthy and smooth. 

If you want more manageable hair, especially if you experience the frustrations that often come with particularly frizzy or thick hair, introducing Keratin treatments might be the way to go. You’ll save time on drying your hair as keratin-treated hair dries more quickly. 

03 Maximize the Benefits of a Keratin Treatment 

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As with any hair treatment, there are appropriate steps you can take in order to maximize the benefits of a keratin treatment. Firstly, try and avoid getting your hair wet within the first 72 hours of receiving the treatment. Secondly, use gentle hair care products free of detergents that contain harsh ingredients such as sodium lauryl or sodium laureth sulphates. Additionally, avoid coloring your hair for a minimum of (2) weeks. And finally, do your best to avoid getting your hair tangled as this helps to reduce breakage and prevents unnecessary damage.

04 Schedule a Consultation

At Casa De CC Salon and Extensions, we value keeping our clients informed about how to best maintain the health of their hair. Book your next keratin treatment or hair consultation with us and let our team of experienced professionals help you express your true self with a look that’s sure to garner attention.