Keratin hair straightening, pros and cons of the procedure

It is no secret that modern cosmetic procedures for hair can work incredible miracles: they strengthen and heal hair, straighten and curl strands. One of such procedures is keratin straightening. With this service, your hair will become smooth and shiny for several months, and you will not need to spend hours styling it in front of the mirror. It is recommended to do this procedure only with a professional in beauty salons, for example, the beauty salon “Kawaicat” offers its clients the service of hair straightening with keratin, here you can see the prices.

Benefits of Keratin Straightening Procedure

Keratin straightening is suitable for any type of hair. This procedure is done even on very thick hair, although the effect in this case lasts less.

The hair is easy to comb. This will especially please those with unruly hair. Now you won't have to spend a lot of time combing your hair.

Long-lasting effect. Usually, a repeat procedure is required no sooner than after 4-5 months. The styling remains in perfect condition in any weather: hair does not get tangled by wind or rain. In addition, hair is protected from the effects of sunlight.

Hair stops frizzing and becoming electrified both in summer and winter.

If you dyed your hair before the procedure, the color will last longer.

The correction occurs much faster than the first procedure, and accordingly, it costs less.

Disadvantages of the procedure:

After keratin straightening, it is strictly forbidden to wash your hair for the first 72 hours. And it is also not recommended to get caught in the rain, otherwise the effect will be spoiled.
Also, for 72 hours you cannot do any hairstyles, even putting your hair in a ponytail or braiding it.
Composition of the preparation. The procedure is carried out using a product that includes formaldehyde. This substance can cause severe watering of the eyes, as its vapors irritate the mucous membranes. An allergic reaction and even poisoning may occur, but this is if you are undergoing the procedure in an unventilated room.
The procedure lasts from 3 to 5 hours, depending on the length of the hair.
Hair becomes oily faster, especially if it is prone to this.
If you dye your hair after keratin straightening, you may not see the effect, because the hair is covered with a protective layer, which means the pigment cannot penetrate.
After the procedure, you will have to purchase a special sulfate-free shampoo, which is not cheap.
The ends start to break off after a couple of months.
The procedure is performed at a temperature of 230 degrees.

In addition to the above disadvantages, there are a number of contraindications: pregnancy and lactation, hair loss, damage (even small wounds) or diseases of the scalp, precancerous conditions. In fact, keratin straightening is only needed to “tame” curly and unruly hair. Think carefully and do keratin straightening only with a professional!