Features of the use of ampoules with keratin for hair
We get the first impression of a woman only by looking at her, appreciating the beauty, makeup, grooming and neatness.
And the lion's share of the first impression is the well-groomed hair. Each of us strives for her hair to be well-groomed, healthy and beautiful.
The modern beauty industry has made a breakthrough in the development of restorative and therapeutic cosmetics over the past decades.
In recent years, a very popular procedure for keratin hair restoration, performed only in the salon and is quite expensive. In addition, with such keratinization, the hair is sealed with an iron at high temperatures. However, the question arises whether this procedure is a treatment or a short-term effect of shiny and smooth hair.
After this procedure, the workers of beauty salons warn customers that after hair keratinization, it is necessary to use only special sulfate-free shampoos and balms, as well as to make special masks, which is expensive and does not always justify itself. If all these conditions are met, keratin will stay on the hair for 3 to 6 months.
There are many reviews about such salon procedures, among which there are many negative ones. Since if you do not use special products and high-quality keratin, then the hair after the procedure within a month or a month and a half becomes even worse than before the procedure, quickly grows greasy and dull.
Besides, Often formaldehyde is present in such keratin treatment formulations, which makes the hair dead.
Few people know that you can restore hair at home and in a more gentle way. In addition, it will cost significantly less. We are talking about hair treatment with special keratin ampoules.
Properties and composition of keratin
We regularly use shampoos, hair dryers, irons, use foams and hair sprays, and do coloring. All of this damages our hair, making it look dull and lifeless.
Human hair is like a tube. Initially, it is smooth and even. But under the influence of temperature, sun, chemical paints and styling products, shampoos, its surface becomes rough, and the hair begins to exfoliate, becomes loose and brittle.
Hair is 90% keratin. Therefore, they become dry, split ends, dull with a lack of it. Keratin is a special protein that is industrially obtained from sheep's wool.
Keratin ampoules contain cysteine, vitamins and minerals. The serum produced in ampoules is a keratin concentrate, and after opening the ampoule must be used immediately, otherwise, upon contact with oxygen, all active substances will react and become inactive.
But shampoos, balms and sprays are also sold with an indication that they contain keratin. However, its content is so insignificant that it is ridiculous to talk about hair treatment using these means. This is more of a marketing ploy.
The ampoule is a concentrate of keratin, so this is the remedy that should be used for hair problems.
Operating principle
Keratin fills hair with natural protein, resulting in split ends and dull hair gain strength and shine, smooth and healthy. After this procedure, additional protection appears, and due to this, the strands are preserved better, and their lifespan on our head is significantly lengthened.
The result will be noticeable the first time, but if we talk about treatment, this process will take several weeks.
Benefit and harm
As mentioned above, keratin is a protein obtained from sheep's wool, that is, a natural component. Since it was developed to treat hair, there are naturally a ton of benefits and benefits to its use. Keratin is useful in that it:
- heals hair;
- fills the structure and seals the entire length;
- penetrates deep into the hair and nourishes the bulb, strengthening and nourishing it;
- smoothes, moisturizes dry and unruly hair;
- thickens hair, giving volume;
- prevents hair loss.
Any substance, even the most useful, can be harmful if misused. An excess of keratin will lead to excessive fat content of the hair, its sloppy appearance. Manufacturers recommend using it once a week, and in very poor condition of the strands - 2 times. After two weeks, you can take preventive measures less often.
Who is it for?
The tool is suitable for each of us, namely: for those who wash their hair with hard water, shampoos with sulfates, dry their hair with a hairdryer, lay it with an iron, do coloring, expose their hairstyle to frost, sun, wind, use varnishes, foams.
There are many aggressive factors around us that adversely affect us, so you can safely try keratin for prophylactic or therapeutic purposes.
In our diet, protein is not always present in the amount necessary for the whole body, therefore even men can safely use such ampoules both for prevention and for treatment of hair.
Instructions for use
As mentioned above, keratin can be produced in several forms. Let's see which one is better.
Keratin Sprays
In fact, the amount of protein is not as high as in ampoules, but it is easier to apply. It will not weigh down the hair as much and will spread more evenly. They are very fond of using it in a hairdressing salon for easier combing in order to get an instant effect. But this is definitely not a therapeutic dose.If you buy a spray with this protein, apply it to damp hair and then style it.
If you wish, you can make such a spray at home quite easily. It is necessary to take 100 ml of unsalted mineral water, add an ampoule of keratin to it and squeeze out several ampoules of B vitamins. Shake well. The spray is ready!
In ampoules
It is a concentrated serum with vitamins and minerals. It should be applied in a very thin layer, otherwise there is a risk of getting oily strands. In this case, more does not mean better. And more often too. The duration of application matters here. It is applied to washed hair, does not rinse. After the procedure it is advisable not to wash your hair for 3-4 days, so that the hairline is treated.
The scalp should be avoided - the serum is quite runny and the skin should not be sealed but allowed to breathe. Shake the mixing liquid for a few seconds before use, and only then print.
There is also the option of using the ampoule at the same time as a hair balm, again, indelible. The ampoule is added to the pre-poured dose of balm, mixed well and then applied to the hair.
Bottled liquid
These are essentially the same ampoules. Only you can dose the required amount yourself and it is more convenient to store.
Remember to shake well before use.
Popular manufacturers
You cannot buy such ampoules or liquid in a regular cosmetic store. After them, you should go to a specialized store for hairdressers or order online.
Almost all "eminent" cosmetic companies sell keratin.
Several brands are very popular in our country.
CocoChoco comes first. This company has gained popularity due to its combination of price and quality. You can buy it in almost all big cities. There are good reviews about him. Do not wash your hair for 3 days after application.
An excellent budget option is Keratin research Gold Label. It has a very convenient packaging and restores hair quite well for its price.
For weakened hair, the company has won the best reputation Trissola solo thanks to its formula with strengthening substances.
For blondes, a firm is perfect Miami Bombshell, which, in addition to its medicinal properties, removes yellowness, which is a constant problem for them.
An excellent composition without formaldehyde, which is often added to fix the effect on hair in budget funds, is Melaleuca blond... This company focuses on the naturalness and harmlessness of its product.
Application results
As in all cases of therapy and treatment, the effect will only be from regular use. However, even after the first use, the hair will be easy to comb. Thin and weakened hair will gain extra volume and stop breaking and tearing. Dyed hair will retain its color and shine longer.
Despite the fact that this animal protein has recently entered the cosmetic market, there are a lot of positive and admiring reviews on the Internet after its use, even after the first one.
In the unfavorable ecological environment in which we all live, we should try this miracle remedy for the prevention and treatment of the object of our pride and admiration.
For hair treatment with keratin at home, see the following video.