Keratin: Frequently Asked Questions
Below is a list of frequently asked questions about keratin treatments. If we didn’t answer your question here feel free to call or email us.
- CAN YOU DO THE TREATMENT AFTER COLORING?
- Yes, if we are just doing a root retouch we can apply it after coloring your hair
- CAN I CHANGE MY HAIR COLOR AFTER THE TREATMENT?
- We recommend a minimum of 2 weeks before coloring anything more than the roots.
- CAN I SHAMPOO MY HAIR IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE TREATMENT?
- No, we recommend waiting 48 hours from application
- WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY HAIR GETS WET DURING THE FIRST FEW DAYS?
- Blow dry immediately and flat iron on a low-med setting
- CAN I WEAR A PONYTAIL OR TIE MY HAIR BACK?
- NO. Hair accessories, pony tails, hats, or sunglasses should be worn during the first 48 hours. Also try to avoid tucking it behind your ears.
- CAN I GO INTO THE POOL OR OCEAN AFTER MY TREATMENT?
- Yes, but only AFTER 48 hours. And be sure to rinse it with fresh water as soon as possible.
- HOW LONG WILL THE TREATMENT STAY ON MY HAIR?
- 3-4 months on all types of hair.
- WHAT SHAMPOO CAN I USE AFTER DOING THE TREATMENT?
- We recommend a pH balanced and sodium fluoride shampoo and and will extend the life of your treatment. Please note: if you are NOT using a products we recommend we do not guarantee the results and longevity of your service.
- CAN I USE HAIR PRODUCTS LIKE GEL, MOUSSE, OR WAX?
- Not during the first 48 hours. You can use any styling product thereafter.
- IF I GET ANY RIDGES IN MY HAIR WHEN I SLEEP, WHAT SHOULD I DO?
- Use a blow dryer to straighten the ridge in the hair and if necessary a low heat flat iron.
- CAN I DO THE TREATMENT WHILE PREGNANT OR NURSING?
- It’s not recommended to do any keratin treatments during these times.
- WILL THIS STRAIGHTEN MY CURLY HAIR?
- No. Keratin is a smoothing treatment, not a straightening treatment. While it will relax some people’s curl pattern, it is meant to reduce frizz, drying time, and adds shine. If you have naturally wavy hair it could straighten it a little but if you have very curly hair it will not relax the curl.
- WHO SHOULD GET A KERATIN TREATMENT?
- Anyone who wants to add shine to their hair, decrease frizz, and lessen the time spent blow drying. Straight hair, curly hair, chemically treated… almost everyone can benefit from a keratin treatment.
