Keratin straightening is one of the most popular services in beauty salons. And it's no wonder, as it helps to achieve the desired result - silky, shiny, smooth hair that also becomes more manageable. However, it's not only important to choose the right keratin technician, but also to take care of your hair in a way that maintains the effect.

Benefits of keratin straightening

The procedure itself brings not only a visible result, but is also beneficial for the hair. The fact is that keratin is one of the main structural components of hair, and also a "building material" that helps it grow. Therefore, the lack of this component in the strands can be very noticeable - they become exhausted, brittle, unruly, the tips split, volume is lost, etc.

The advantages of this procedure include:

  • The level of obedience is increased, and you can forget about the difficulties of styling;
  • The strands will have a glossy, bright shine;
  • The hair structure will gradually recover;
  • The strands will become stronger;
  • The hair will feel silky and soft to the touch;
  • No more split ends.

It is worth noting that the effect of the procedure lasts up to six months. Its duration depends directly on the kind of hair care you take, the products you use, and whether you followed the master's recommendations correctly in the first few days.

The first days after straightening: what to do

As we have already mentioned above, the main thing is not only to undergo the procedure in a high-quality salon, but also to take proper care of your hair afterwards. If you have your hair straightened by a professional, you will be familiarised with the basic rules of care, which will help the effect of the procedure last much longer on your strands.

Please follow the following care recommendations:

  1. Forget about washing your hair for the next three days. During this period, the keratin is still on the surface of the strands and is gradually absorbed inside, so if moisture gets on them, there is a risk that it will simply be washed away. That's why we don't recommend taking a shower, but also going to the sauna and bath. If you need to go outside in the rain, it is better to use an umbrella and cover your head.
  2. Do not style, gather or fix your hair, even with soft elastic bands, and especially not with hairpins and barrettes, to prevent the keratin absorption.
  3. Take care to reduce the level of physical activity so that the surface of the scalp sweats less. To do this, the room should have good ventilation and a comfortable temperature. If you are having your hair straightened in winter, you will have to give up knitted, thick hats.
  4. Replace the pillowcases on your own pillows with ones made from natural fabrics. Silk or high-cotton fabrics are ideal to avoid sweat and static.
  5. Do not physically affect the hair in any way - do not touch it with your hands, do not pull it, do not tug it. Touching the hair can erase the keratin on the strands, which will make the effect uneven.
  6. Do not use any techniques that involve thermal exposure to the hair, even if you usually use thermal protection.
  7. It is also better to refrain from hair colouring. The best time to do this is either a week before the procedure or at least two weeks after it. It is forbidden to use ammonia products.
  8. A haircut is also not recommended immediately after the procedure. It is better to wait three to four days after the keratin has been absorbed by the strands.

Also remember that it is not recommended to use any care products for the first two to four days. Therefore, if you regularly use foams, mousses or thermal protectants, such as 10 in 1 VITAEL DRY HAIR SPRAY CREAM TEN IN ONE, refrain from applying it to the roots and strands. We advise you to return to the usual use of care products and manipulations that involve thermal effects on the hair only after the specified period.

What should be the follow-up care after the keratin procedure

After the first few days after the procedure, hair care becomes much easier. However, you should use high-quality products, ideally selected by a professional salon technician or a trichologist, which will compensate for the shortcomings of your hair type.

Follow these tips for hair care:

  • Get rid of all care products that contain sulphates and salts, as they "pull" keratin from the hair surface, thereby reducing the quality and effect of the procedure;
  • Do not use hair care masks that contain salt or natural oils;
  • Before going outdoors, especially in the summer, use protective equipment to prevent UV exposure;
  • Dry your hair under warm, but not hot, jets of air, which will strengthen the keratin molecules;
  • Choose care products that contain ingredients that help to moisturise and retain moisture inside the strands;
  • In order to change hair colour, it is better to choose economical products or use tinting products that have a less harmful effect.

In addition to the specifics of care, it is also worth noting that you will have to take care of the absence of negative external factors. We are talking about external factors that can have an aggressive impact, such as dry, hot wind, excessive sunlight, and cold, wet weather.

How to wash your hair after keratin treatment

It's not just the choice of shampoo and care products that matters, but also the correct hair washing procedure after keratin straightening.

The first wash should take place no earlier than 72 hours after the keratin molecules have been applied to the strands. This ensures that they are fully absorbed into the hair structure, which will significantly increase the effectiveness of the procedure.

To help your hair recover faster, remember to shampoo the roots especially thoroughly. If you have normal, dry or combination hair type, soapy water will take care of the lengths and will be a sufficient cleanser of sebum and pollutants.

If you have an oily hair type and sulphate-free shampoo is not able to cope with the large amount of sebum produced by the skin, you can add other cosmetic products to your care. For example, once a week, it is recommended to exfoliate the scalp to remove dead skin cells, allowing the skin to breathe and lessen the amount of dirt.

Washing your hair should also be done properly:

  • Moisturise your hair;
  • Add the shampoo to your palms and lather it up;
  • Apply to the root area with massage movements;
  • Rinse off with lukewarm water;
  • Repeat if necessary;
  • Rinse with cool water.

It should be noted that after applying keratin, the hair may become heavier and denser, which makes it more likely to get dirty. Therefore, additional care products should be applied twenty to thirty minutes before washing, and only then use shampoo.

It is not recommended to comb wet hair before and after washing. This can lead to breakage of individual strands, so it is recommended to dry your hair first with warm air from a hairdryer, and only then, when it is slightly damp, use a comb or brush.

It is also worth noting that styling products are not recommended after keratin straightening, as they can significantly reduce the effectiveness of the procedure and also affect the quality and appearance of the hair.

Features of the selection of shampoo after keratin straightening

After the keratin treatment, you need to follow the care tips not only for the first few days. For example, it is worth reviewing the products you have been using before, adding moisturising, gentle and restorative shampoos, masks, sprays, etc.

When choosing a shampoo for hair care, pay attention to the following nuances:

  1. The product should contain non-aggressive, mild surfactants: cocoglucosides, lauryl glucosides, succinates, which are obtained naturally.
  2. It is worth getting rid of products that contain sulphates, which negatively affect keratin and destroy its outer shell.
  3. The shampoo should contain vegetable oils and natural extracts that will actively protect and moisturise the strands.
  4. Look for products that contain hydrated keratin molecules that will restore lost protein and make hair stronger.
  5. The product should contain a balanced pH level so as not to damage the structure of the hair follicles and protect against bacteria.
  6. Don't forget that the shampoo should be suitable for your hair type, and should combat its specific flaws and problems.
  7. Pay attention to restorative products that contain panthenol, biotin, nourish and restore softness.

After shampooing, it is not forbidden to use other care products to consolidate the effect or to get rid of typical problems. For example, this applies to professional as well as home products - serums, conditioners, balms, etc. If your hair is prone to frizz after drying, pay attention to the Beox Dream Hair Ever Liss finishing product. With its help, you can get manageable, smooth, straight strands without excessive volume.

Top shampoos to use after keratin

If you are not sure that you can choose a high-quality shampoo that will take care of your hair after the straightening procedure, then we have prepared four of the most relevant products for you that will have a safe effect on the structure of the strands.

1. Mimare Reconstruction Shampoo

Mimare Regenerating Shampoo is an option for hair that needs regeneration and increased moisture to prevent dryness.

Features of the shampoo:

  • Abyssinian oil will add elasticity and restore the structure;
  • Olive oil will make the strands softer and shinier;
  • Oat extract prevents dryness and actively moisturises from the inside.

For the product to have a more active effect on your strands, leave it on your hair for a few minutes after application so that the active ingredients can penetrate deeply into the hair.

2. Mimare Moisturisation Shampoo

Moisturising shampoo from Mimare is ideal for owners of dry, unruly hair, as well as hair prone to frizz.

Features of the shampoo:

  • Cucumber extract intensively moisturises and relieves dryness;
  • Flaxseed oil will increase shine and restore softness;
  • Flaxseed will soothe and relieve irritation and redness.

This shampoo can be used for double washing if you want to get better results, more softness and extra moisture.

3. VITAEL DRY HAIR HYDRATING SHAMPOO

VITAEL Moisturising Shampoo is a delicate care and cleansing product that is optimally balanced for use on all hair types, including fragile and damaged hair.

Features of the shampoo:

  • Keratin will restore the structure of the strands, smooth and soothe;
  • Argan oil will make your hair softer, smoother and shinier;
  • Panthenol will soothe, add volume and elasticity.

To maximise the effect of the shampoo, you can use it not only several times, but also combine it with masks and sprays to protect your strands from VITAEL.

4. VITAEL DAMAGED HAIR RESTORING SHAMPOO

The VITAEL Repairing Shampoo is ideally suited for use on dry, damaged and brittle hair to improve and strengthen it from the inside out.

Features of the shampoo:

  • Keratin will repair and restructure damaged strands;
  • Amino acids will add volume and lushness;
  • Magnesium sourdough actively moisturises and retains moisture inside the hair.

To consolidate the result, we also recommend using a mask immediately after washing your hair, which will actively restore and regenerate damaged strands.

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