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how to get your curls back after a keratin treatment

by Vivianne Feest Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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If you want to curl your hair after a keratin treatment, here’s what you need to do:

  • Wait at least one week for the treatment to settle
  • Get a good quality curling iron
  • Get a light sulfate-free hair styling spray
  • Plan it well to avoid over manipulating your hair
  • Easiest option: Ask your hairstylist to help you

Additional pro tips
  1. Keep hair pinned or tucked away during the growing-out phase.
  2. Make use of nourishing hair oils and masks.
  3. Sleep with a silk wrap or pillowcase to eliminate friction.
  4. Minimize the use of heat styling tools.
  5. Keep hairstyles on the looser side—tight ponytails will put tension on strands.
Aug 20, 2019

Full Answer

When can you Wash Hair after keratin treatment?

Wash your hair. Individuals who receive a keratin hair treatment are typically restricted to washing their hair just twice a week or less often. To remove the chemicals used in the treatment and promote the return of natural curls, wash your hair much more frequently.

Should I color my hair before or after keratin treatment?

Jan 25, 2022 · To get curls back after keratin treatment of this kind, you’re going to want to wash your hair more frequently. It should be easier to remove than a Brazilian as fewer chemicals are usually used and for less time. You can follow the steps above, including scalp exfoliating and deep conditioning.

What to do after getting a keratin treatment?

Feb 07, 2022 · In order to regain curls after such a keratin treatment, you should wash your hair more often. It should be easier to remove than a Brazilian because it typically uses fewer chemicals and less time. You can follow the steps above …

How to maintain your hair after a keratin treatment?

Only curl your hair after (at least) 2 weeks of getting the treatment. Use heatless rollers or foams to get curls. If you still want to use a curling iron, make sure it comes with a protective ceramic coating. Never forget to use a heat protectant before curling your hair.

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Can I get my curly hair back after keratin treatment?

While it is possible to get natural curls back after a keratin treatment, the process will require some work and a little bit of patience. Wash your hair. Individuals who receive a keratin hair treatment are typically restricted to washing their hair just twice a week or less often.

Does keratin Treatment damage curls?

Curls are abused and straightened or otherwise manipulated, this is the norm. Keratin smoothing and other straightening “treatments” cause Permanent damage. The road to beautiful Frizz free curls is not paved with flat iron heat damage and formaldehyde releasing “treatments”.Mar 6, 2016

Does keratin loosen curl pattern?

Keratin is a great way to tame the frizz, make your hair shine, and make those curls look amazing. It will relax the curl a bit but it also makes the texture more manageable, which helps cut down on the frizz.Oct 31, 2019

How do keratin treatments hold curls?

6:1514:56Keep your Curls with LASIO Keratin - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipYou want the hair to be saturated. When you apply the keratin treatment and when you see thisMoreYou want the hair to be saturated. When you apply the keratin treatment and when you see this foaming. This is great that's a good sign switch to the next once you get to the middle.

What to expect after keratin treatment?

What to Expect When Curling Hair After Keratin Treatment. Your curls will hold better due to better elasticity and strength from the inside. But don’t expect intense well-defined curls. I could never get my hair to reach the same curl pattern it had before the treatment until it wore off completely.

How long does keratin treatment last?

Just make sure you listen to your hair. Assess if it’s ready, then proceed with care. A keratin treatment only lasts for 3 months max. So if you’re nearing the end of the treatment or even midway through, it should be good enough to experiment with curls, waves, and whatever hairstyle you fancy.

How to make your hair curl faster?

Use a hair curling tool to make the process easier and quicker. And depending on the type of curls you want to create, pick the right size barrel for your curling iron. If you’ve had a keratin hair straightening treatment, I won’t recommend going for tight curls as it requires too much manipulation.

Can you curl your hair in sections?

Be as quick and efficient as you can when using your curling iron. It’s a lot easier to work in sections as you won’t end up going over the same strands over and over again. Once a section is done, move on to the next. Doing it this way will avoid leaving clamp marks in your hair.

What is relaxer hair?

Relaxer is a chemical that permanently uncurls hair. The strands on our head are made of keratin proteins which are held together by disulfide bonds that give hair its elasticity, strength and curl pattern. How curly your hair is depends on the number of disulfide bonds it has.

How long does Brazilian straightening last?

Typical results last around three months, then gently fades out as hair goes back to its natural structure.

My Hair Transformation After Transitioning

Some time after that hair cut, I discovered WHY my hair was always rough and frizzy.

How to Take Care of your Hair During Transitioning

If you can’t cut off all the damaged hair in one go, please do it slowly. Meanwhile start doing the below-

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