Keratin Express is a non-damaging hair smoothing treatment. Utilizing a mild formula that does not contain formaldehyde and requires less heat and styling time than its competitors, Keratin Express can work wonders on all types of hair types.

Before beginning a keratin treatment, it’s crucial that you consult with your stylist. They will advise on the necessary aftercare.

Benefits

Keratin treatments can effectively smooth frizz, straighten curly hair, repair split ends, prevent breakage, reduce dryness and add volume and shine while protecting the color from harmful UV rays. They may also make hair easier to manage and style. Unfortunately, however, formaldehyde-containing keratin treatments can be hazardous to your health as the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry reports it can cause nose and eye irritation, changes in lung function as well as eczema outbreaks.

Now, stylists are offering safe keratin treatments for the hair and scalp. These treatments typically use low levels of formaldehyde or food-grade preservative vanillin instead, which may not be as effective but might still benefit both users.

For optimal results, it is advised that for 24 hours following a keratin blowout you refrain from shampooing your hair and use of clips, pins or ponytail holders in your locks. Be sure to follow your stylist’s aftercare instructions, which could include using sulfate-free shampoos and conditioning regularly with Infusion Keratin Rebuilder.

Cost

Cost of Keratin Treatments Varies According to Salon The cost of Keratin treatments may differ depending on where you go for them, however it’s wise to select a hair stylist with experience in your desired treatment type and read reviews about them to determine whether they’re a suitable match. Reviewing their portfolio or reading customer feedback can help make an informed decision as to who best fulfills your needs.

Keratin treatments offer an ideal way to achieve smoother and more manageable locks without using formaldehyde-laden straighteners. Keratin treatments contain no formaldehyde and are suitable for all hair types – and usually last 10 weeks on average, providing a safer, cheaper alternative to permanent straightening. To get the best results from a keratin treatment, it is recommended that harsh shampoos and conditioners be avoided as well as sweat exposure to avoid humidity; follow post treatment care instructions provided by your stylist as instructed aftercare care instructions should also be observed closely after receiving treatments from them.

Safety

Keratin hair treatments can reduce the time people spend styling their hair each day, and with proper care and maintenance can last 12 weeks or more with proper maintenance – an immense advantage for people with frizzy or thick locks.

Keratin treatments that contain formaldehyde can pose a potential risk to salon professionals and clients. Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen and may lead to eye and nose irritation as well as increases in asthma and eczema risk.

Formaldehyde is often used in traditional keratin treatments, including Brazilian Blowouts, to bond the keratin protein to hair. However, there are now alternative solutions using vanillin instead as an effective chemical bonder.

These products may be labeled “formaldehyde-free,” yet still contain trace amounts of methylene glycol that could produce formaldehyde when heated, so salons must take additional steps when applying keratin treatments that contain formaldehyde. It is vital that proper ventilation systems and safety precautions be in place when administering treatments containing formaldehyde.

Side effects

Formaldehyde exposure from keratin treatments is one of the main side effects, causing irritation to eyes and skin, carcinogenicity, as well as other potential health concerns; stylists who regularly perform keratin treatments may have increased risks due to regular exposure.

Before getting a keratin treatment, it is wise to conduct adequate research. If possible, seek out salons offering products without formaldehyde; otherwise if it must be performed, ensure it takes place in an air-tight room and wear a mask to shield your eyes and nose during application.

After your treatment, it is also advisable to avoid wetting your hair for 72 hours post-procedure. While you can still blow dry and flat iron it during this period, sodium-chloride free shampoo and conditioner are preferable in order to decrease risk of hair fall while keeping it looking healthy. Finally, your locks should always be worn in a protective style such as scarf or hat for optimal protection from potential harm.