Keratin is a popular hair treatment that helps to smooth and strengthen the strands. While the results can be impressive, it is important to take care of your hair after a keratin treatment to prolong the effects and avoid damaging the newly treated hair. In this blog, I will give you some useful tips on how to take care of your hair after a keratin treatment.
Keratin takes at least 48 hours to bind to the hair, so it’s important not to wash it during this time. Also, avoid using hair products that contain sulfates as they can strip the keratin from the hair.
The use of heat tools such as flat irons or hair dryers can damage the hair and remove the keratin from it. If you need to use a heat tool, make sure to use a hair heat protector.
Sulfates and sodium chloride can damage hair and strip it of its keratin. Look for hair products that are labeled as ‘sulfate-free’ or ‘safe for keratin-treated hair’.
Hair can be more fragile after a keratin treatment, so it’s important to avoid any tension on the strands. Use gentle hair accessories and avoid tying the hair tightly.
Keratin can dry out the hair, so it’s important to keep the hair hydrated after the treatment. Use deep conditioners and hair masks to keep your hair moisturized and soft.
