Both a Brazilian blowout and Keratin hair smoothing treatment (often known as BKT) can be highly effective at eliminating frizz and increasing shine, yet each has distinct differences that should be kept in mind.

Keratin treatments provide an alternative way of straightening hair by using natural glyoxylic acids to rebond any broken hydrogen, salt or disulfide bonds with chemicals like relaxers.

Reduces Frizz

Keratin smoothing treatments, also referred to as Brazilian blowouts or keratin straightening treatments, are chemical procedures designed to make your hair appear straighter and reduce frizz for up to six months. After having it washed and styled by a stylist, a keratin solution will be applied and then flat ironed afterward to seal in its effects.

Keratin hair treatments smooth the cells that overlap to form hair strands, so your locks can withstand harsh weather conditions like wind or rain without frizzing up. This makes managing curly or wavy locks much simpler, while cutting back on blow drying and heat styling time can help ensure healthier tresses over time.

Keratin treatments can fill in porous areas that cause your hair to look dull and frizzy, but can be expensive and contain harmful formaldehyde if inhaled directly. Therefore, when selecting a salon offering these services it’s wiser to select one with low formaldehyde formulas for treatment.

Increases Shine

Many keratin treatments, like the Brazilian blowout and Mycro Keratin, don’t simply straighten hair; rather they make styling simpler. Furthermore, their increased shine helps your locks appear healthier and shinier.

Keratin treatment formulas work by coating every hair strand with a chemical substance that temporarily smoothes your cuticles and improves shine. Stylists apply this product, then use a flat iron to seal it in. This process removes frizz, reduces curling and speeds up drying time – saving both time and effort!

Although some keratin products emit formaldehyde, many modern salons now provide more benign versions that use glyoxylic acid for smoothing hair treatments. Unfortunately, less damaging versions may not offer as dramatic results and may not suit fine or damaged locks as effectively. If formaldehyde concerns arise, reach out to stylists for more information about other safer and effective keratin hair smoothing treatments; Cezanne treatments use ingredients like camu camu and annatto seed which have proven themselves over the years – creating healthy-looking shine that lasts six months before it needs renewing again!

Lasts Longer

Keratin treatments now last much longer than they used to, according to Diaco. Additionally, newer keratin products allow stylists to customize the results to your exact hair needs – meaning curls or straightening will remain intact at different stages.

Traditional keratin treatments do require some downtime; specifically not washing your hair or getting it wet for three days after receiving a treatment. You should also refrain from tying, pining or tucking behind your ears since these actions along with sweating and swimming may result in permanent kinks that won’t go away.

But, if you can avoid these things, your keratin brazilian blowout should last between 4 – 6 months, depending on how often you shampoo with sulfate-free products that won’t strip your locks of moisture. Gurgov advises washing only two to three times weekly as overwashing may damage hair and lessen the results of keratin treatments.

Safe for All Hair Types

Keratin blowouts offer a revolutionary way to control frizz and add shine without altering your natural texture, but not everyone should get one. Specific instructions must be followed in order for this treatment to remain successful – for instance, refraining from washing your hair for three days following treatment and instead opting for gentle and sulfate-free shampoos to maintain results.

Some keratin treatments contain formaldehyde, which has been linked to respiratory issues. If you’re highly allergic, it’s wise to get your blowout at a salon with good ventilation; alternatively, ask your stylist for an informaldehyde-free formula (but read its label carefully to avoid other potentially hazardous ingredients).

Organic keratin treatments offer another solution, using ingredients free from formaldehyde. The treatment includes vitamins and antioxidants to protect hair damage as well as low pH levels that reduce dryness.